Mineral Camp Umpqua Nat. Forest/Cottage Grove Dist.

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Mineral Camp Umpqua Nat. Forest/Cottage Grove Dist.

Mineral Camp is a small site suitable for a small troop or patrol. Two campsites with tent area and concrete fire-pits are located just up from Sharps Creek. From Mineral Camp, the road begins ascending the historic Hardscrabble Grade. This camp used to be a stop for miners on their way to the Bohemia Mining District. Hiking and camping areas are all around Mineral Camp. Water is available from both Sharps Creek and Fairview Creek.

Access:From Cottage Grove Ranger Station, take Row River Road #2400 east 13 miles to Sharps Creek Road #2460 (230) driving south for 10 miles. Turn left (west), continuing on the gravel portions of Sharps Creek Road #2460 for another 2 miles. Mineral Camp is located on the south side of road #2460.
Usage:Light
Elevation:1800'
Season:Year-round
Managed-Season:May 25 - Sept. 30

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