Grayback Campground

FS USDA Forest Service · Cave Junction, OR · Primitive

Conditions

Road Access Not recorded
Season Not recorded
Campfires Not recorded
Boondock Access Not recorded

The managing agency hasn't published road access, season or campfire rules for this campground. The description and directions below often mention it — and it's worth calling the agency before a long drive.

Features

Style Primitive Potable Water Vault Toilet Reservable

Campground Stats

Total Sites40
Overnight Sites40

Location

42.14201, -123.46101 · 26568 Redwood Hwy , Cave Junction , OR 97523

Description

Overview

This campground is located in a beautiful forested setting, with the Oregon Caves National Momunent located approximately 5 miles further down the road. Several of the campsites are located along Sucker Creek, which also provides cool waters to jump in or just soak your feet in on hot summer days. Revel in the amazing biodiversity that is so unique to the Illinois Valley by venturing out on the 1-mile, family-friendly Grayback Interpretive Trail that leads to Grayback Creek and around the historical Civilian Conservation Corps camp at the Cedar Guard Station.

There is a pleasant day use area with a small amphitheater and a large picnic area, complete with shelters and a fireplace.

Recreation

There is hiking, swimming and fishing available at the campground.

Facilities

  • 39 campsites (tent-sites) with picnic tables, and fire pits

  • 10 day use sites

  • Drinking water

  • Vault toilets

  • Garbage disposal

  • Campground host available

  • Amphitheater style benches with a small stage

Natural Features

Campground features scenic access to Sucker Creek and Grayback Creek, including a popular swimming hole. The area is surrounded by old-growth forests, wildflower-rich riparian zones, and the Grayback Interpretive Trail, with the Oregon Caves National Monument located only 5 miles away.

Nearby Attractions

Oregon Caves National Momunent located approximately 5 miles further down the road.

Directions

From Cave Junction, OR, travel 12 miles east along Oregon State Highway 46 (Oregon Caves Highway).

Activities

CAMPING HIKING PICNICKING SWIMMING WATER ACCESS

Details

Fee$15/night for campsites, $5/night for extra vehicle.
Phone (541) 592-4000
ReservableYes

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