Weekend availability at Paradise in Oregon
Live from Recreation.gov · checked Sep 18, 12:24 PM PTSold out 2 of the next 4 weekends — exactly when cancellation alerts earn their keep.
- Fri, Sep 18Sold out
- Fri, Sep 25Sold out
- Fri, Oct 2Limited7/31 sites
- Fri, Oct 9Limited6/31 sites
Friday + Saturday nights, sites bookable both nights. Counts come from a rotating sweep and can lag a cancellation by up to a day — alerts watch your exact dates within minutes.
Campsites & amenities
Site-level details from Recreation.gov's official catalog.
- Campsites
- 62
- Pull-through
- 9
- Max rig length
- 80 ft
About this campground
Overview Paradise Campground is indeed a paradise for campers. Tucked within a lush, old-growth forest of Douglas fir and western red cedar, the area portrays a sub-tropical vibe along the banks of the McKenzie River, where catch-and-release trout and steelhead fishing is a popular activity, along with whitewater rafting and kayaking.Recreation Rafters and kayakers live it up in the whitewater of the McKenzie River. A boat ramp is located on-site. The McKenzie River National Recreation Trail begins nearby, and is a favorite among hikers and mountain bikers.Facilities A number of sites face the river, while many others are tucked into the scenic forest. Flush toilets are dispersed throughout the campground and parking spurs are paved. Educational programs are provided at the amphitheater.Natural Features Paradise sits on a bend of the river at an elevation of 1,600 feet. Ferns and other moisture loving plants cover the ground, and mosses drape the trees. The campground is in the heart of Willamette National Forest, which spans 1.6 million acres on the western slopes of the Cascade Range. Nearby Attractions A golf course is located about 7 miles west of the campground.
Getting there
From Eugene, Oregon, take I-105 east to McKenzie Highway 126 and drive 55 miles to McKenzie Bridge. The campground is located on the left side of Highway, 4 miles beyond McKenzie Bridge.
Activities
- DAY USE AREA
- HIKING
- FISHING
- BIKING
- WHITEWATER RAFTING
Nearby federal campgrounds
- McKenzie River Trailhead at Paradise CampgroundWillamette National Forest0 mi
- McKenzie River Ranger District (Hwy 126)Willamette National Forest1 mi
- Limberlost CampgroundWillamette National Forest2 mi
- Frissell South TrailheadWillamette National Forest3 mi
- Horse Creek Group CampgroundWillamette National Forest3 mi
- Mckenzie BridgeWillamette National Forest4 mi
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