Islet Campground

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Willamette National Forest

Campground · USDA Forest Service · Willamette National Forest Fees: - Single Campsites - $29 per night - Multiple Campsites - $58 per night - Extra Vehicles - $10 per vehicle, per night Campsite must be occupied every night paid and fees must be paid within 30 minutes of arrival. Download the Recreation.gov mobile app prior to your trip so you can pay the overnight fee onsite with Scan and Pay . Status: closed Reservations: Reserve online at www.recreation.gov or phone 1.877.444.6777. Over half the campsites are available for advance reservation via recreation.gov. The remainder are first come first serve. Overview Waldo Lake is one of the largest natural lakes in Oregon. It offers a uniquely peaceful setting on the water and along remote shorelines, surrounded by forests of Douglas fir and mountain hemlock. Recreation in the area is abundant with the lake an ideal location for water activities like sailing, canoeing and swimming. Recreation Waldo Lake is circled by the Jim Weaver Loop, 22 miles of trail for hiking and biking. Bikes are allowed on the trails, but not in the nearby Waldo Lake Wilderness. There is also easy access to the Pacific Crest Trail. Facilities This 55 site campground is located at the north end of Waldo Lake, just south of North Waldo Campground, 31 sites are reservable. Each site has a fire ring and picnic table. There are three vault restrooms within the campground and another at the boat launch/day use area. Islet offers wonderful sandy beaches. Western… Getting there: Located 37.3 miles east of Oakridge, Oregon. From Oakridge, Oregon: At the intersection of Crestview Street and Oregon State Highway 58, travel east on Highway 58 for 23.3 miles. Turn left on the Waldo Lake Road/Forest Road 5897. Travel for 12.8 miles and turn left at the T intersection on Forest Road 5898. Travel for 1.2 miles and the destination will be on your right. Rules: - Single campsite capacity: 6 persons, 2 vehicles, and 2 tents* - Multiple campsite capacity: 8 persons, 3 vehicles, and 3 tents* - See special regulations for Waldo Lake Area - Camping is not allowed more than 14 days in a 60 day period. - Check-in time: 2:00 pm or later. Check-out time: 1:00 pm - Use of chainsaws in the campground is prohibited - Dogs MUST be on leash at all times within… Phone: 801-226-3564 Official page: https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/254094 Source: Recreation.gov, USDA Forest Service. Fees and seasons change; check the official page before you go. Photos: Shelagh Forester, NPS, Recreation.gov