Umpqua National Forest Announces Winter Campground Closures, With Several Sites Remaining Open Year-Round

ROSEBURG, Ore. - As winter approaches, recreation crews across the Umpqua National Forest are preparing campgrounds and facilities for colder weather, with several campgrounds already closed for the season and others scheduled to close in the coming weeks.

The U.S. Forest Service has released its tentative winter campground closure schedule, outlining which recreation areas will remain accessible throughout the winter and which will close as temperatures drop and snow begins to accumulate.

Forest officials say the closure dates are subject to change depending on weather conditions. Visitors planning trips into the forest are encouraged to check campground availability before traveling.

Campgrounds Open Year-Round

Several campgrounds across the Umpqua National Forest will remain open throughout the winter, providing opportunities for camping and outdoor recreation during the colder months.

North Umpqua Ranger District

• Boulder Flat Campground
• Island Campground
• Steamboat Falls Campground
• White Creek Campground

Diamond Lake Ranger District

• Toketee Lake Campground

Tiller Ranger District

• Ash Flat Campground
• Boulder Creek Campground
• South Umpqua Falls Campground
• Threehorn Campground
• Three C Rock Campground

Although these campgrounds remain open year-round, winter weather may affect access and conditions.

Campgrounds Expected to Close in Late October

Two campgrounds are tentatively scheduled to close toward the end of October:

• Lake in the Woods Campground
• Hemlock Lake Campground

The Forest Service emphasized that these dates are weather dependent and could change.

Campgrounds That Will Close When Snow Arrives

Three campgrounds will remain open until snowfall makes seasonal closure necessary:

• Clearwater Campground
• Kelsay Valley Campground
• Whitehorse Campground

No specific closing dates have been announced for these locations. Their availability will depend on changing weather and snow conditions.

Campgrounds Already Closed for the 2026 Season

The following campgrounds and group camping areas are listed as closed for the 2026 season:

• Broken Arrow Campground
• Thielsen View Campground
• Poole Creek Campground
• Diamond Lake Campground
• Apple Creek Campground
• Bunker Hill Campground
• Canton Creek Campground
• Coolwater Campground
• Cedar Creek Campground
• Deer Flat Group Site (Horseshoe Bend Campground)
• Eagle Rock Campground
• East Lemolo Campground
• Horseshoe Bend Campground
• Hobo Campground
• Inlet Campground
• Lund Park Campground
• Rujada Campground
• Steamboat Ball Field Group Site
• Wolf Creek Campground
• Wolf Creek Group Site

These closures are part of the forest's annual transition from its summer recreation season to winter operations.

What Winter Campers Need to Know

Campgrounds that remain open during the winter will operate on a first-come, first-served basis. Visitors will be required to pay applicable camping fees through the Recreation.gov mobile app.

The Forest Service recommends downloading the app, creating an account, and adding a valid payment method before leaving home. Cell service can be limited or unavailable in many parts of the Umpqua National Forest, making it important to prepare payment information ahead of time.

The app is available at www.recreation.gov/mobile-app.

Check Conditions Before Traveling

While some campgrounds remain open throughout the year, that does not necessarily mean roads and facilities will be accessible under all winter conditions.

Snow, ice, and changing mountain weather can affect travel, particularly at higher elevations. Campers and other forest visitors should be prepared for colder temperatures and changing conditions.

The Forest Service encourages visitors to check for updated campground closures and road conditions before heading into the forest, as the announced schedule is tentative and may be adjusted as winter weather develops.

Additional information about the Umpqua National Forest is available through the U.S. Forest Service website.