Horseshoe Bend Campground (or)

Horseshoe Bend Campground is situated in a stand of old growth Douglas fir, sugar pine, and deciduous trees, on the banks of the Wild & Scenic North Umpqua River. The campground offers the perfect setting for families, anglers, whitewater enthusiasts, and anyone who wants to escape and relax in their natural surroundings. It is in a prime location for many outdoor activities including hiking, fly fishing, mountain biking, swimming, and whitewater rafting. Nature photographers find no shortage of amazing scenery. The North Umpqua River, which runs adjacent to this campground, drains portions of the western side of the Cascade Range; almost 34 miles of it has been designated Wild & Scenic for its outstanding fisheries, recreational offerings, water quality and quantity, cultural resources, and scenery. Renowned for world-class salmon and steelhead fishing, and exhilarating whitewater challenges, the river offers an ideal setting for many recreational pursuits. Running nearly parallel to the river is the popular North Umpqua Trail. This 79 mile National Recreation Trail offers a trek for every ability, and several trailheads can be accessed in the vicinity of the campground. Mountain bikers won't feel left out, as there are many opportunities to test your riding skills. In most places the trail travels near the river, allowing you to hike or ride with the sound of rapids and picturesque views spurring you on; passing through lush forests, old-growth trees, and rocky bluffs, you will also occasionally get a bird's eye view of the river. This campground is equipped with potable water and bathrooms with flush toilets and hand washing sinks. There are 25 reservable sites. All sites have picnic tables and fire rings; some have barbeque grills. Roads and spurs are paved, access to the North Umpqua River is adjacent to many sites, trash receptacles are available, and a campground host is on site. Visitors to the Umpqua National Forest are often taken aback by the unique landscape of southwestern Oregon, where explosive events have shaped the nearly 1 million-acre forest. The translation of the word "Umpqua," meaning "thundering waters," defines the area: high mountain lakes, heart stopping rapids, peaceful ponds, and thundering waterfalls. Diverse ecosystems support a wide range of habitat for wildlife common to the area, from eagles and owls to salamanders and salmon. Nearby there is a non-motorized boat ramp and whitewater rafting on the river, and visitors may want to take some time to visit Crater Lake National Park, the only national park in Oregon, for a glimpse into the volcanic history of the area. The Rogue-Umpqua National Scenic Byway offers 172 miles of diverse river and mountain landscapes, from rolling oak-covered hills and towering coniferous forests to roaring white water rapids and inter-canyon lava flows, travelling alongside the Upper Rogue and North Umpqua Wild & Scenic Rivers.