Campground

Three Bears Campground

Molalla · Salem · Oregon — managed by Bureau of Land Management

Three Bears Campground campground
Photo: Recreation.gov · BLM

Weekend availability at Three Bears Campground

Live from Recreation.gov · checked Sep 17, 11:05 PM PT

Sold out 1 of the next 5 weekends — exactly when cancellation alerts earn their keep.

  • Fri, Sep 18
    Sold out
  • Fri, Sep 25
    Open
    8/15 sites
  • Fri, Oct 2
    Open
    9/15 sites
  • Fri, Oct 9
    Open
    15/15 sites
  • Fri, Oct 16
    Open
    13/15 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
15
Max rig length
12 ft
Walk-In

About this campground

Overview No cash, check, or cards are accepted on site. Make a reservations online or use the mobile app. Three Bears campsites are only available by making a reservation. Reserve a campsite on recreation.gov or Recreation.gov Mobile App prior to entering the Molalla River Recreation Corridor. There is no cell reception in the drainage.  Situated in a picturesque grove of western red cedar 4 miles south of Glen Avon Bridge, the site has 15 tent campsites, each equipped with a tent pad, metal fire ring, BBQ grill, and picnic table. The campground also has vault toilets and access to a beautiful cobble beach and swimming hole. Recreation Camping, fishing, swimming, hiking and biking on nearby trails (Hardy Creek TH closest) Facilities Amenities includes a vault restroom, individual campsites with picnic tables, BBQ grill, and a metal fire ring. There are two parking spots for each campsite located in the central parking lot. There is a central handpump for potable water off-site at Cedar Grove campground 1 mile east of Three Bears. There is no firewood at the site or firewood collection allowed, please bring your own firewood if you wish to have a fire. Natural Features Molalla Wild and Scenic River and forested environment. Contact Info For facility specific information, please call (503) 375-5646. Nearby Attractions Enjoy a scenic drive along the Molalla Wild and Scenic River which offers easy river access and opportunities for picnicking, swimming, camping, whitewater boating and fishing. The Molalla is one of the few undammed tributaries of the Willamette River and cuts a picturesque gorge on its way to the valley floor. Table Rock Wilderness is further up the canyon and accessible through three trailheads. Charges & Cancellations Standard fees apply and are non-refundable. Visit https://www.recreation.gov/rules-reservation-policies for more information.

Getting there

The Molalla River is located approximately 10 miles southeast of Molalla in Clackamas County. From the town of Molalla, drive east on Main St/OR 211. Veer right at the OR 211/Mathias Road intersection, follow signs for Feyrer Park. Once past Feyrer Park, cross over the Molalla River, turn right, and follow signs for Dickey Prairie Rd. Continue south on Dickey Prairie Rd, keeping the Dickey Prairie Store on your left. At 3.7 miles past the store, turn right on Molalla Forest Rd and cross Glen Avon Bridge. Continue 3 miles, Three Bears will be on your left.

Elevation
656 ft
Contact
503-375-5646
Molalla office

Activities

  • CAMPING
  • BIKING
  • HIKING
  • FISHING
  • SWIMMING
  • WILDLIFE VIEWING
  • PHOTOGRAPHY

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