Campground

River Bench Campground

Rogue River-Siskiyou National Forest · Cave Junction · Oregon — managed by USDA Forest Service

River Bench Campground campground
Photo: Recreation.gov · Rogue River-Siskiyou NF

Campsites & amenities

Site-level details from Recreation.gov's official catalog.

Campsites
9
Walk-In

About this campground

Overview Several walk in campsites along the Illinois River, located on a lower river terrace, within a forested setting. Must hike down one of two river access trails to use. Recreation This site provides access to the Illinois River for swimming or fishing. Facilities 8 walk in campsites with picnic tables, and fire pits No drinking water Vault toilet within walking distance No garbage disposal - Please pack it out Natural Features Situation on a lower river terrace, offering direct access to the Illinois River. Nearby Attractions Six Mile Day Use site is nearby with picnic tables under small gazebos.

Getting there

From Selma, OR, take Highway 199 to the turn for Illinois River Road 4301. Take that road approximately 7 plus miles to the campground.  Parking is up above the campsites and there are trails to the sites.

Elevation
2,771 ft
Contact
(541) 592-4000

Activities

  • BIRDING
  • CAMPING
  • PADDLING
  • RAFTING
  • KAYAKING
  • SCENIC DRIVE
  • STAR GAZING
  • SWIMMING

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