Southshore at Detroit Lake - Willamette (OR)
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Southshore Campground provides 30 campsites, 25 single and 5 double sites, in two main loops. This campground is now fully reservable. First come first serve is only available if no prior reservation has been made on site and only one night at a time. The sites can accommodate trailers up to 30 feet in length. Campsites 4 -11 are walk in, tent only sites. No RV's or trailers allowed for these sites. All sites are equipped with picnic tables and fire rings. The Boat Launch area includes the launch and two courtesy docks. *Day use is available for a parking fee. Keep reading
Drinking water is available to both sites via individual faucet risers located throughout the campground. There are two double-vault toilets, and two single-vault toilets located in accessible locations throughout the sites. Trash receptacles are located in the campground. There are approximately 43 parking spaces for use at the boat ramp area, which have also been used as overflow parking (ex. extra vehicle w/boat trailer) or the campground. *Extra Vehicle Fee for campers. Campfires allowed until and unless otherwise posted. Fire bans are common during summer months. Please plan accordingly. A mix of wooded and open sites are available, located a little further away from the busier portions of Detroit Lake. You'll find quiet camping on all but the busiest weekends. Detroit Lake covers 3,500 acres and is surrounded by groves of Douglas fir. Reservations for this site can be made up to 6 months in advance of arrival date by reserving online at RECREATION.GOV or by calling 877-444-6777. Recreation Detroit Lake is a popular destination for boating, jet skiing, swimming and fishing. Rainbow trout, Kokanee salmon and catfish are found in the lake. A boat ramp and dock are located next to the campground. Facilities The campground offers 25 single and five double family campsites. There are vault toilets and drinking water onsite. Coin operated showers are available a mile away at Cove Creek. In the day use area, there is about 1,000 ft. of shoreline. There is a dock for launching, loading and unloading only. There is no mooring allowed. Natural Features A mix of wooded and open sites are available, located a little further away from the busier portions of Detroit Lake. You'll find quiet camping on all but the busiest weekends. Detroit Lake covers 3,500 acres and is surrounded by groves of Douglas fir. Nearby Attractions Additional hiking trails can be found across the lake, including those that lead to Dome Rock and Needle Rock. The town of Detroit is across the lake with hometown activities. The Cascading Rivers Bikeway is available for cyclists of all ages. Contact Info For facility specific information, please call (541) 967-3917.
The sites · 33
| Loop | Site | Type | Max rig | Electric | ADA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loop 1 | 001 | management | 30 ft | — | |
| Loop 1 | 002 | management | 53 ft | — | |
| Loop 1 | 003 | management | 50 ft | — | |
| Loop 1 | 004 | walk to | 18 ft | — | |
| Loop 1 | 005 | walk to | 18 ft | — | |
| Loop 1 | 006 | walk to | 18 ft | — | |
| Loop 1 | 007 | walk to | 18 ft | — | |
| Loop 1 | 009 | walk to | 18 ft | — | |
| Loop 1 | 010 | walk to | 18 ft | — | |
| Loop 1 | 011 | walk to | 18 ft | — | |
| Loop 2 | 012 | standard nonelectric | 32 ft | — | |
| Loop 2 | 013 | standard nonelectric | 20 ft | — | |
| Loop 2 | 014 | standard nonelectric | 37 ft | — | |
| Loop 2 | 015 | standard nonelectric | 99 ft | — | |
| Loop 2 | 016 | standard nonelectric | 45 ft | — | |
| Loop 2 | 017 | standard nonelectric | 45 ft | — | |
| Loop 2 | 018 | standard nonelectric | 98 ft | — | |
| Loop 2 | 019 | standard nonelectric | 35 ft | — | |
| Loop 2 | 020 | standard nonelectric | 30 ft | — | |
| Loop 2 | 021 | standard nonelectric | 81 ft | — | |
| Loop 2 | 022 | standard nonelectric | 45 ft | — | |
| Loop 2 | 023 | standard nonelectric | 39 ft | — | |
| Loop 3 | 024 | standard nonelectric | 73 ft | — | |
| Loop 3 | 025 | standard nonelectric | 48 ft | — | |
| Loop 3 | 026 | standard nonelectric | 40 ft | — | |
| Loop 3 | 027 | standard nonelectric | 40 ft | — | |
| Loop 3 | 028 | standard nonelectric | 40 ft | — | |
| Loop 3 | 029 | standard nonelectric | 48 ft | — | |
| Loop 3 | 030 | standard nonelectric | 42 ft | — | |
| Loop 3 | 031 | standard nonelectric | 62 ft | — | |
| Loop 3 | 032 | standard nonelectric | 48 ft | — | |
| S&P | Double S&P | management | 130 ft | — | |
| S&P | Single S&P | management | 30 ft | — |
Booking
Recreation.gov default: most campsites can be booked six months prior to arrival date. Most campgrounds go on sale at 7am PT / 8am MT / 10am ET, but not always; check the facility Seasons and Fees tab. Some locations also offer shorter supplemental booking windows.
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This campground sits in OR-05. This member’s public-lands record →