Campground

ICE CAP CAMPGROUND

Willamette National Forest · Oregon — managed by USDA Forest Service

How booked is ICE CAP CAMPGROUND?

as of July 24

Weekends book out well ahead here — 1 of the 4 Saturdays we sampled, as far out as Sep, are already sold out. When a site frees up it's gone again within minutes, so people watch ICE CAP CAMPGROUND and hear the instant one opens for their dates. Weekdays still have room — for now.

Weekends (Saturday night)

Aug 1Open
Aug 22Sold out
Sep 5Open
Sep 26Open

Weekdays (Wednesday night)

Jul 29Open
Sep 2Open
Sep 30Open

Availability checked directly against the reservation system, out to 3 months ahead.

About this campground

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 might be offered at this campground; It is recommended that you pay by cash or check for FCFS campsites. There are no refunds, modifications, cancellations, or other fee changes allowed with FCFS 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. If no Scan & Pay option is available you must pay via cash or check. 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.

Getting there

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.

Contact
801-226-3564

Activities

  • BOATING
  • HIKING
  • MOUNTAIN BIKING

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