Warning
GeneralOvernight camping is closed until further notice. Day-use recreation areas remain open for public use.
About Whittaker Creek Recreation Site
Seasonal information
2026 Season availability
Campground Amenities
Most popular amenities
Pet friendly
Water and Hygiene
- Potable Water
Pets and Policies
- Pet friendly
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Reviews (60)
Review Summary
Heather D
August 23, 2021
The camp host kept accusing us of so many different things. He was fine until he noticed that my kids are black and Hispanic. After that he would stop and stare and watch us even at night. Making it uncomfortable to use the bathroom. We would ask for toilet paper and he refused but other sites would ask and he would do it. He is very unprofessional.
Heather D
August 23, 2021
The camp host kept accusing us of so many different things. He was fine until he noticed that my kids are black and Hispanic. After that he would stop and stare and watch us even at night. Making it uncomfortable to use the bathroom. We would ask for toilet paper and he refused but other sites would ask and he would do it. He is very unprofessional.
Bess B
August 16, 2021
Beautiful recreation area. Sites 28-30 are just cut into a wall of blackberry bushes, try not book these sites.
Bess B
August 16, 2021
Beautiful recreation area. Sites 28-30 are just cut into a wall of blackberry bushes, try not book these sites.
Karen W
August 14, 2021
The blue Jays where feasting on all the wild berries at the campground, I'm pretty sure they saw my tent as a target and tried to repaint itπ. Take extra tarps or coverings to prevent the bluejays from painting your equipment.
Tausha C
August 14, 2021
Hosts were amazing. Site was clean. Beautiful location next to the creek. The bathrooms need signs reminding users to put the lid(s) down. We went first week in August, thimbleberries were end of life but there were some red huckleberries, salal, and blackberries available. Oregon grape if that's to your liking. Halfway through, campfires were banned due to fire risk. The nearby trail was gorgeous, going through lush riparian zones and a slight view at the top. Parts of the trail are degraded, so tread with caution. 2.1 miles to summit.
Creek, despite being vicariously low, had several spots deep enough for wading and swimming.
Mosquitoes weren't too bad, but definitely recommend bringing some picardin and Citronella oil.
Karen W
August 14, 2021
The blue Jays where feasting on all the wild berries at the campground, I'm pretty sure they saw my tent as a target and tried to repaint itπ. Take extra tarps or coverings to prevent the bluejays from painting your equipment.
Tausha C
August 14, 2021
Hosts were amazing. Site was clean. Beautiful location next to the creek. The bathrooms need signs reminding users to put the lid(s) down. We went first week in August, thimbleberries were end of life but there were some red huckleberries, salal, and blackberries available. Oregon grape if that's to your liking. Halfway through, campfires were banned due to fire risk. The nearby trail was gorgeous, going through lush riparian zones and a slight view at the top. Parts of the trail are degraded, so tread with caution. 2.1 miles to summit.
Creek, despite being vicariously low, had several spots deep enough for wading and swimming.
Mosquitoes weren't too bad, but definitely recommend bringing some picardin and Citronella oil.
Leah M
August 1, 2021
Our camp host David was so friendly and accommodating. He and his wife were so helpful and knowledgeable about the area and the campground itself. Cheers to them for making our summer camping safe and family friendly!
Leah M
August 1, 2021
Our camp host David was so friendly and accommodating. He and his wife were so helpful and knowledgeable about the area and the campground itself. Cheers to them for making our summer camping safe and family friendly!
Location Whittaker Creek Recreation Site
Address:
Bureau Of Land Management
Springfield, OR, 97477
United States
From Eugene (valley)
From Interstate 5 go west on Beltline Road to West 11th Avenue. Turn right onto West 11th Avenue (Highway OR-126). Follow Highway 126 about 29 miles to Siuslaw River Road just west of Walton. Turn left on Siuslaw River Road and follow about 1.6 miles to the intersection of Whittaker Creek Road. Turn right on Whittaker Creek Road crossing the bridge over the Siuslaw River. The main entrance to the recreation site is located on the right.
From Florence (coast)
Take Highway OR-126 east about 14 miles to Mapleton. Turn right and follow Highway 126 for about 12 miles to Siuslaw River Road. Turn right on Siuslaw River Road and follow about 1.6 miles to the intersection of Whittaker Creek Road. Turn right on Whittaker Creek Road crossing the bridge over the Siuslaw River. The main entrance to the recreation site is located on the right.
Latitude & Longitude: 43.9855 / -123.662
Elevation: 108 feet
Policies & Rules
General
- There is a large invasive plant species mitigation occuring at the campground this season. Many sites are closed or adjacent to affected areas. Please respect warning signs and closed areas.
- Campfires? Please see here for current campfire restrictions: Fire Closures and Restrictions Typically, campfires are limited to the steel fire rings or BBQ grills provided within the recreation site. No building rock campfire rings.
- The Day Use Area and Campground are open from Memorial Day to Labor Day.
- Pets are ALLOWED but must be LEASHED (max. 6 feet) in the parking lot. Please dispose all pet waste in trash receptacles.
- Camping stay limit is 14 days in a 28 day period.
- The maximum RV or truck/trailer length is 35 feet from front bumper of tow vehicle to back bumper of trailer.
- No ATVs or ORVs allowed within the recreation site.
Warnings & Advisories
Warning
GeneralOvernight camping is closed until further notice. Day-use recreation areas remain open for public use.
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Last updated: June 4, 2026
