Ice Cap Campground

FS USDA Forest Service · OR · Developed

Conditions

Road Access Gravel
Driveway Surface Gravel
Season Open Year Round
Campfires Restrictions
Max RV Length 55 ft

Features

Warning Remote No Cell
Fire Fire Restrictions
Rig Size Back In Only
Hookup Dry Camping
Style Vault Toilet Reservable

Campground Stats

Total Sites22
Sites Accepting RVs10
Tent-Only Sites3
Overnight Sites22
Max RV Length55 ft
Back-In Sites20
SurfaceGravel

Location

44.3402778, -121.9991667 · McKenzie Ranger Station, 57600 McKenzie Hwy., Blue River, OR 97413 , OR

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Description

Overview

There are 21 campsites, 9 of which are walk-in tent only sites; the remaining sites can accommodate trailers up to 20 feet in length.  There is 1 picnic site located immediately inside the entrance, on the right, up on a rise.  There are two double vault toilets in the center of the campground; they are wheelchair accessible.  This campground has both reservable and FCFS sites.

Campfires allowed until and unless otherwise posted. Fire bans are common during summer months. Please plan accordingly. 

Scan and Pay is offered at this campground; you may also pay by cash or check for FCFS campsites. There are no refunds, modifications, cancellations, or other fee changes allowed with Scan and Pay payments. This system is the same as putting cash into a fee tube and cannot be refunded. Please download the Rec.Gov app prior to arriving at the campground as there may be no cellular service or very limited service at the campground.  

Reservations may be made up to 6 months in advance of arrival date by reserving online at RECREATION.GOV or by calling 877-444-6777.

Recreation

The McKenzie River National Recreation Trail is a hiking and biking destination. The McKenzie Wild & Scenic River is well known for boating and fishing as are Carmen Reservoir, Fish Lake and Clear Lake. There is a 3 mile loop trail to Koosah Falls and Sahalie Falls.

Facilities

Ice Cap offers 22 campsites with 9 that are walk-in tent sites. The other 13 can accommodate either tents or RVs. Each site has a fire ring and picnic table. There are vault toilets. There may or may not be a host onsite.

Natural Features

Contact Info

For facility specific information, please call (541) 967-3917.

Nearby Attractions

McKenzie Pass-Santiam Pass National Scenic Byway, McKenzie River National Recreation Trail (hiking and mountain biking destination), the McKenzie Wild & Scenic River for boating and fishing, Carmen Reservoir for boating and fishing, Sahalie and Koosah Falls and the 3-mile waterfalls loop trail.  This area of the Willamette National Forest is a destination spot for hiking, biking, fishing, and water sports. A boat ramp and lake access are within one mile, and hot springs, river access and a non-motorized boat ramp are within ten miles. Visitors also enjoy the views along the National Scenic Byway.

Directions

From McKenzie Bridge, travel 17.3 miles east on Hwy 126. Turn left at the Ice Cap Campground/Koosah Falls Sign. Follow signs about half a mile to the campground.

Activities

BOATING HIKING MOUNTAIN BIKING

Details

Phone801-226-3564
ADA AccessN
ReservableYes

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