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Recreation Region: Detroit Ranger District

Breitenbush Campground

Current Conditions
For current conditions, please contact the local ranger station. Forest Service roads are not maintained for snow and ice.

Breitenbush Campground is nestled along the banks of its namesake river in the forests of western Oregon. The peaceful flow of the river can be heard throughout the campground, providing a peaceful getaway for campers. A variety of plants and foliage separate the 26 spacious campsites and provide privacy from other sites. Sites have picnic tables, grills and easy access to the vault toilets. Drinking water spigots are spread throughout the campground. Most campsites offer sweeping views of the river.

Wading and fishing are popular activities in the Breitenbush River, and rainbow trout is the most common catch for anglers. Nearby Detroit Lake provides plenty of opportunity for water recreation like boating, water skiing and kayaking.

Reservations

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Some campsites are available on a first-come, first serve basis.

General Information

Read about camping rules, regulations and camping tips on our Camping Rules & Things to Know page.

May - September

Open 24 hours/day

  • 14 day stay limit.
  • Check-in time: 2:00 p.m. or later. Check-out time: 1:00 p.m.
  • Use of chainsaws in the campground is prohibited.

Interagency Senior and Access Passes (and the Golden Age and Access Passes) may receive a 50% discount on the use fee for individual campsites. This discount does not apply to extra vehicle fee or multiple campsites.

Overnight Use:
Single Site: $21 per night
Multiple Campsites: $40 per night
Additional Vehicle Fee: $9 per vehicle per night
Day Use:
$9 per vehicle per day

Campsite must be occupied every night paid. 

Within developed recreation sites, dogs must be on a leash no longer than 6 feet, or otherwise under physical restrictive control. 36 CFR 261.16(j)

A sign that says, "detroit ranger station willamette national forest" with a building in the background

Address: 44125 North Santiam Highway SE Detroit, OR 97342
Phone: (503) 854-3366
Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. (Closed on federal holidays)
Office Email: sm.fs.mf@usda.gov

Getting There

Latitude / Longitude

Latitude: 44.7814

Longitude: -121.99149

Directions

From Detroit, Oregon, at the intersection of Highway 22 and Forest Service Road 46, take Forest Service 46 north and continue 9.3 miles to the campground on the right.

Facility and Amenity Information

Restrooms

Vault toilet(s)

Water

Potable water is not available at this site.

Water system was damaged in the Beachie Creek Lionshead Fire. Currently not operational.

Picnic Tables

Picnic tables are available at this site.

All sites have at least one table.

Horse/Pack Animal Information

Horse/Pack animals are not allowed at this site.

Recreation Opportunities

Fishing - River/StreamFishing - River/Stream

Last updated May 15, 2026