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THE HISTORY AND THE PURPOSE OF THE ORDER OF THE ARROW The Order of the Arrow (OA) is the Scouting Brotherhood of honor campers. It is a society of Boy Scouts and Explorers that function as a part of the regular camping program of the Boy Scouts of America. Its foremost purpose is to promote and enrich Scout camping. Elements of Indian traditions are used in the OA ceremonies for dramatic effect. The OA members in a local Scout Council form a Lodge (used as in Indian traditions of hunting or council lodge). One becomes a member, not so much for what he has done, but for what he is expected to do in the future. The purpose of the OA is to recognize those campers-Scouts, Explorers, and Scouters-who best exemplify the Scout Oath and Law in their lives and by such recognition, cause other campers to conduct themselves in such a manner as to warrant recognition. It is to develop and maintain camping traditions and spirit, to promote Scout camping, which reaches its greatest effectiveness as a part of the Unit's camping program, and to strengthen the District and Council programs both year-around and summer camp, as directed by the camping and activities committee of the Council. Finally, its purpose includes crystallization of the Scout habit of helpfulness into a life of leadership in cheerful service to others. The OA was founded in the summer of 1915 by the directors of Treasure Island, the Philadelphia Council Scout Camp. It grew out of the desire to emphasize that the good Scout camper is not only proficient in the skills of Scoutcraft, but also practices the principles of the Scout Oath and Law. It was intended to make these Scout principles more effective in the lives of Scout campers. It focuses particular attention on cheerful service and brotherhood to the boy. The Order of the Arrow is run by the Boy Scouts, Varsity Scouts and Explorers. Adults serve only in advisory roles. Wilderness Policy of the Boy Scouts of America All private or publicly owned back country land and designated wilderness are included in the term "wilderness" area in this policy. The Outdoor Code of the Boy Scouts of America applies to outdoor behavior generally, but for treks into wilderness areas minimum impact camping methods must be used. Within the outdoor program of the Boy Scouts of America, there are many different camping skill levels. Camping practices that are appropriate for day outings, long-term Scout camp, or short-term unit camping do not apply to wilderness areas. Scouts and Explorers need to adopt attitudes and patterns of behavior, wherever they go, that respect the rights of others, including future generations, to enjoy the outdoors. In wilderness areas, it is crucial to minimize our impact on particularly fragile ecosystems such as mountains, lakes, streams, deserts, and seashores. Since our impact varies from one season of the year to the next, it becomes important for us to adjust to these camping conditions as well, to avoid damaging the environment. The Boy Scouts of America emphasizes these practices for all troops, teams, and posts planning to use wilderness areas: Contact the landowner or land managing agency (Forest Service, National Park Service, Bureau of Land Management, U. S. Fish & Wildlife Service, State, and private, etc.) well in advance of the outing to learn the regulations for that area and to obtain required permits and current maps. Always obtain a tour permit, available through the Council Service Center, meet the conditions specified and carry it on the trip with you. Limit the size of the groups generally to no more than 8 to 11 persons, including at least two adult leaders. Do not exceed the group size that has been established for the wilderness area. Organize each group (patrol, team or crew) to function independently by planning their own trips on different dates, serve their own food, providing their own transportation to the trail head, securing individual permits, and camping in a separate and distinct group. When necessary to combine transportation, planning or buying, small groups should still camp and travel on the trail separately from other groups of the same unit. Match the ruggedness of high adventure experience to the skills, physical availability and maturity of those taking part. Save more rugged treks for older youth members who are more proficient and experienced in outdoor skills. Participate in training for adult leaders in low-impact camping or be proficient and experienced in the leadership and skills required for treks into wilderness areas. Conduct pre-trip training for the group that stresses proper wilderness behavior, rules, and skills for all of the potential conditions that maybe encountered. Open fires are restricted. Supervision by an adult knowledgeable in the use of stoves must be provided. If a fire is necessary, keep it as small as possible and use established fire lays where available if in a safe area. After use, erase all signs. Emphasize the need for minimizing impact on land through proper camping practices and preserving the solitude and quietness of remote areas. Camp at low use areas - avoid popular sites that show signs of heavy use. Leave dogs, radios, and tape players at home. Use biodegradable (not metal or glass) food containers. Carry out nonburnable trash of your own and any left by others. Dig shallow holes for latrines and locate them at least 200 feet from the nearest water source. Cover the latrines completely before leaving. Wash clothes, dishes, and bodies at least 200 feet from any source of natural water. Look at and photograph; never pick or collect. Follow trail switchbacks and stay on established trails. Treat wildlife with respect and take precautions to avoid dangerous encounters with wildlife. Leave snakes, bears, ground squirrels, and other wildlife alone. THE OUTDOOR CODE As an American, I will do my best to- BE CLEAN IN MY OUTDOOR MANNERS- I will treat the outdoors as a heritage to be improved for our greater enjoyment. I will keep my trash and garbage out of America's waters, fields, woods and roadways. BE CAREFUL WITH FIRE- I will prevent wildfire. I will build fire in a safe place and be sure it is out before I leave. BE CONSIDERATE IN THE OUTDOORS- I will treat public and private property with respect. I will remember that use of the outdoors is a privilege I can lose by abuse. BE CONSERVATION MINDED- I will learn how to practice good conservation of soil, waters, forests, minerals, energy, grasslands, and wildlife; and I will urge others to do the same. I will use sportsman like methods in all my outdoor activities. Oregon Trail Council Properties OTC has a total of six camps, four of them, Kitson Hot Springs, Marion Mooney Scout Ranch, Weyerhaeuser Woods, and Camp Murnane are open Year Round for unit use with a reservation filed at the Council Service Center.
Camp Melakwa holds two weeks of high adventure summer camp programs for Boy Scouts Troops, Varisty Teams, Venturing Crews, and Explorer Posts. After summer camp it is open for a limited time for unit use with a reservation filled at the Council Service Center. Camp Baker holds six weeks of premier summer camp opportunities for Boy Scouts, Venturers, and Explorers. After summer camp Baker is home to Cub Scout Resident Camp, and Webelos Weekends. Baker is open the rest of the year for unit use with a reservation filled at the Council Service Center. Reservations and Information - Additional information and reservations for all council facilities are handled through the Council Service Center.
Camp Baker Camp Baker is located on Siltcoos Lake six miles south of Florence, Oregon on the inland side of Highway 101. It is about 1.5 hours driving time from Eugene/Springfield; 1 hour from Coos Bay/North Bend; and 2 hours from Corvallis. This 160 acre piece of property is owned and maintained Year Round by the Oregon Trail Council. Troop Sites: There are 16 troop sites available. Four of these sites have adirondacks, (three sided wooden shelters ). Troops using the other troop sites are provided with 6' x 9' tents. Some metal cots are provided. All sites have tent platforms. Food Service: Scouts and Leaders eat their meals in the spacious dinning hall. A professional cooking staff prepares three meals a day for Scouts and Leaders. Scouts get a chance to assist by serving as waiters for their patrol table. Program Variety: Camp Baker offers a great mix of programs for fun and instructions. From learning rifle safety at the field sport area, shooting a bow for the first time or learning a new handicraft skill such as leather work or woodcarving are all part of the program offered at Camp Baker. Scoutcraft skills such as camping, cooking, and rope work are all part of the Scoutcraft instruction that is offered. At the waterfront, Scouts can experience the thrill of sailing, test snorkeling skill, swimming, canoeing or compete BSA Lifesaving. COPE Course: The new COPE course matches the Scouts' spirit and determination with high intensity challenges for individuals and patrols, while the professional caliber climbing tower offers and exciting and challenging adventure in climbing and rappelling. Lake Seals: Strap on the fins and dive on in! Baker's waterfront is offering a wild new aquatics program for advanced Scouts. The Scouts proudly call themselves the Elite Lake Seals. Exciting action, crazy missions, and unusual maneuvers are part of the Lake Seals program of water activity run by the waterfront staff. To any Scout who meets the qualifications and wants to try something really different. The Lake Seals want YOU! (Pre-requisites) Swimming Merit Badge, Snorkeling BSA, or advance snorkeling skills, age 15 or older. Outbound Camping: Four, overnight camping adventures are offered. Some by water and some by land. Every troop should plan to take advantage of one of these outbound programs.
For Older Scouts / Venturing Crews Be sure your Venturing Crew don't overlook the opportunities Scout camp has to offer them. Camp Baker could be the base for an ultimate adventure or could provide the opportunity the crew needs to train together for an upcoming adventure. Baker is especially well suited to two of the nationally suggested Venture programs - fishing and wilderness survival. Siltcoos Lake is one of the prime fishing lakes on the Oregon Coast. A surf or bay fishing trip is only a short drive away. With a little preplanning a Fishing Venturing Crew could plan a deep-sea fishing trip out of Florence or Winchester Bay. A Wilderness Survival Crew could use the time together at camp to do those confidence-building exercises outlined in the Wilderness Survival booklet. A crew could also design teamwork-building exercises that make use of the camps equipment and surroundings. An overnight excursion to the dunes or an overnight canoe trip could provide excellent warm-up adventures building towards a crew's ultimate survival adventure. Camp Melakwa Nestled in the foothills of the Three Sisters Wilderness, Camp Melakwa provides outstanding high adventure opportunities for Scouts of all ages. Melakwa's rustic and removed location, where star-studded nights are cold and the lake is crystal clear, is the preferred choice of troops seeking awe-inspiring scenery and "adrenalin adventures" like climbing the Middle Sister, high lake fishing, ascending into a volcano's throat, and serious rappelling from the nearby cliffs. Patrols cook and eat their own meals at Camp Melakwa. Opportunities include wilderness survival, swimming, rock climbing, shooting, boating, handicraft, outbound trips, nature study, Native American lore program and much more. Camp Brochures and promotional videos are available at the OTC Service Center. Call (541) 485-4433 or email office@otcbsa.org for more information.
Where to go Camping in Douglas Fir District Apple Creek Campground Umpqua Nat. Forest/North Umpqua Dist. This campground, located near the Umpqua River, has 8 campsites with wooden tables and fire-pits. Vault toilets and garbage containers are available. There is no developed water system. You could get water from the river, but bring your own. Activities include camping, fishing (fly-fishing only), and hiking along the Mott and Panther segments of the Umpqua National Recreation Trail.
Beaver Pond Dispersed Area Umpqua Nat Forest/North Umpqua Dist Beaver Pond is a man-made 2 acre Pond with excellent fishing. A small boat would be helpful as the shore can be quite marshy. There is a primitive campsite at the pond. You should bring your own water.
Bogus Creek Campground Umpqua Nat. Forest/North Umpqua Dist This well developed campground is located on the scenic North Umpqua River. It has 15, campsites suitable for camping and space for a trailer or several cars. Each site has a wooden table and a fire pit. There are also 5 day-use picnic sites with BBQ grills available. Flush toilets area available during the camping season, and vault toilets are open throughout the year. There is an iodine treated water system. This camp is great for those that want something to do. This area offers rafting, sightseeing, photography, and hiking. The Fall Creek Falls Nat. Rec. Trail is 3 miles from this site, as well as Job's Garden area. The North Umpqua Nat. Rec. Trail - Mott Segment is within 2 miles.
Boulder Annex Campground Umpqua Nat. Forest/Tiller Dist. This campground has 4 campsites with tables and fire-pits, and 2 vault toilets. Water is available from the stream only. A trail leads north along Boulder Creek, which passes some interesting pools and rock formations. There are no garbage facilities. Fishing and hiking are both popular, as well as photography.
Boulder Creek Campground Umpqua Nat Forest/Tiller Dist. This campground has 8 sites with tables and fireplaces, vault toilets, and a hand pumped wen. Each Site is well screened, and fairly private. There are no garbage facilities. Fishing is popular along Boulder Creek and South Umpqua, as well as hiking.
Boulder Flat Campground Umpqua Nat Forest/North Umpqua Dist. This campground, located along the North Umpqua River, has 11 campsites with tables and fireplaces. There are vault toilets and garbage facilities, but no water system. This site has some beautiful scenery and is a major launch point for white water rafting. >From here you can hike on the Boulder Creek Trail and the Illahee Flat Trail.
Broken Arrow Campground Umpqua Nat. Forest/Diamond Lake Dist This very large campground has a mixture of 148 trailer, camper, and tent units with picnic tables, fire-pits, running water, flush toilets, garbage service, and a trailer dump station. There are 2 loops designed for handicapped use. There is a picnic area complete with boat ramp and fish cleaning area. Diamond Lake is regularly stocked and has excellent for rainbow trout. A campground host is generally on duty. Full services are available at Diamond Lake Resort, ¾ miles north of the campground.
Buckhead Mountain Camp Umpqua Nat Forest/Tiller Dist. This site is ideal for a laid back, hot summer camping trip. The site is well shaded with an adjacent sub-alpine meadow. A pond is located on the eastern edge of the meadow, and is used for a water source during fire season. The pond is excellent for fishing, but some fish should be returned so that other may enjoy it. The only facilities are 2 vault toilets, so bring your own water or treat water from the pond or a spring that surfaces near the camp in the meadow.
Bunker Hill Campground Umpqua Nat. Forest/Diamond Lake Dist. This campground has 8 campsites with picnic tables and fire rings. There are vault toilets, but no water. Fishing, water-skiing, and swimming are all popular here. Full services are available at Lernelo Lake Resort, 1 mile away.
Camp Comfort Campground Umpqua Nat. Forest/Tiller Dist. This small campground has 6 campsites with wooden tables and fireplaces with grills. There are vault toilets. There is no developed water system, but water is available from the South Umpqua River. Please pack out your trash. A trail leads from an old shelter built by the CCC and leads to the confluence of the Black Rock Fork and the Castle Rock Fork, which is the beginning of the South Umpqua River.
Canton Creek Campground Umpqua Nat. Forest/North Umpqua Dist. This campground has 8 sites, 5 which are strictly tent use. A covered gazebo with 3 picnic tables and 2 grills is available for day use only. Each site has a wooden table and a concrete fireplace. Flush toilets and water are available. In addition to camping, swimming, hiking and fishing are a popular in this area. The Umpqua Nat Rec. Trail - Mott and Panther segments, as well as the Canton Creek Falls Trail are nearby. While fishing is closed in Canton and Steamboat Creeks, this site is only ¼ mile from the North Umpqua where many excellent fishing holes can be found. Only fly-fishing is allowed.
Carmen Lake Umpqua Nat. Forest/Tiller Dist. This 5-acre lake is stocked annually and offers some very good fishing during the spring and fall. There are several other ponds and marshes that attract numerous waterfowl. There are several undeveloped campsites near the pond, but no facilities. Bring your own water, or get it from the pond or the South Umpqua, just east, across the road. This site is not serviced, so please clean up after yourself and leave a good camp for others to enjoy.
Cinderella Springs Dispersed Area. Umpqua Nat Forest/North Umpqua Dist This rustic, out of the way camping spot has a log table and rock fire ring. A large flat area provides both tent space and parking. There are no toilet facilities or developed water system. Water is available at the spring, but it should be treated before use. Berry picking, camping, and fishing can all be done here.
Clearwater Campground Umpqua Nat. Forest/Diamond Lake Dist. This campground has 12 campsites with tables and fire rings. There are vault toilets available, but no water system. This campground is located near beautiful Clearwater Falls. There is a small picnic area with 8 tables, just below the falls.
Coolwater Campground Umpqua Nat Forest/North Umpqua Dist Coolwater is a 7-site campground with vault toilets and hand pumped well water. This water is tested and is safe to drink. Each site has a table and concrete fire pit. There are garbage facilities here. Fishing and swimming are nearby. Some hiking trails in the area are: Overhang Trail, Grotto Falls, 5 miles away, and Wolf Creek Nature Trail, within 4 miles. The BLM operates the WolfCreek Falls Trail, 5 miles away.
Cougar Bluffs Dispersed Area (Shelter) Umpqua Nat Forest/North Umpqua Dist This old fire-shelter was built in the 1920's before roads were built in this area. The shelter contains a rustic log table and a fire ring. There is limited room for a tent. A pit toilet is located near the shelter, as well as a cement cistern with seasonal water. While the water may be treated for use, you should plan to bring your own. A beautiful view of Cougar Creek Drainage and Cougar Bluffs can be seen from the shelter. This site offers good opportunities for camping, photography, horseback riding, and hiking along the Cougar Creek Trail. A note of caution: Hikers should stay on the trail as this area is quite rugged.
Cover Campground Umpqua Nat Forest/Tiller Dist This camp, located along Jackson Creek, has excellent fishing for native trout. The camp itself has 7 campsites with wooden tables and fireplaces, as well as vault toilets. There is no garbage service or developed water system, but water is available from Jackson Creek. Across the stream from the camp is Squaw Flat, a series of mixed conifer stands and meadows good for hiking and photography.
Cultus Lake Dispersed Area Umpqua Nat. Forest/North Umpqua Dist. This lightly used area is located around the shore of Cultus Lake. There are no designated campsites or fire rings, so please follow the outdoor code carefully when camping here. Cultus Lake is brushy and marshy along the shoreline. You should bring along an inflatable raft to gain access to the lake for fishing. Be warned the fish are wary. In addition to fishing, there is good hiking in the surrounding area. This is a good place for nature photography.
Devil's Flat Campground Umpqua Nat Forest/Tiller Dist. This campground is located across the road from the old Devil's Flat guard station, on county road #36. This area has 3 campsites with tables and fire-places, as well vault toilets. There is no water system but water is available from Cow Creek along a short loop trail that leads to Cow Creek Falls. Garbage should be packed out as there is no service to this camp. Trout fishing is popular here, as well as hiking and photography.
Diamond Lake Campground Umpqua Nat. Forest/Diamond Lake Dist This very large campground has 260 trailer, camper, and tent sites with picnic tables, fireplaces, running water, toilets, and garbage bins. There are 2 boat ramps as well as a fish cleaning station. There is an open-air amphitheater. Full services are available at the Diamond Lake Resort, ½ mile north.
Dumont Creek Campground Umpqua Nat Forest/Tiller Dist This camp has 5 sites with wooden tables and fireplaces. There are 2 vault toilets. Water is available in the South Umpqua and Dumont Creek only. Fishing is usually good in early summer. There is a day use parking area here.
Eagle Rock Campground Umpqua Nat. Forest/North Umpqua Dist This large campground has 29 campsites, each with a table and fire pit, as well as vault toilets, garbage containers, and hand pumped drinking water. Activities include camping, photography, fishing (fly-fishing only), and hiking along the Illahee Flat Trail and the Boulder Creek Trail.
East Lemelo Campground Umpqua Nat Forest/Diamond Lake Dist This campground has no designated campsites, but there are several picnic tables and fire rings, and vault toilets are available. There is no water available at this site. There are full services available at Lemelo Lake Resort, 21 miles west of the camp near the dam. Swimming, fishing, and water skiing are all popular on this lake.
Emile Shelter Dispersed Area Umpqua Nat Forest/North Umpqua Dist This historic fire shelter sits just off the road. The shelter has a fire pit and 2 tables, one inside and one out. There is a vault toilet behind the shelter, but no treated water. Water can be had from nearby Emile Creek. There is adequate parking for one long trailer or 2 smaller ones. Sub-alpine meadows are within walking distance of the shelter that provide opportunities for hiking and photography, while ½ mile up the road is Emile Sump, a good fishing hole.
Grassy Ranch Dispersed Area Umpqua Nat. Forest/North Umpqua Dist. This dispersed Site, located in a grove of trees, is surrounded by beautiful natural meadows. This lightly used site has a beautiful view of the Boulder Creek Wilderness, just a short walk away, and many opportunities for hiking, berry picking, and photography. Water is available from boulder creek. During some parts of the year, cattle graze in the meadows.
Grotto Falls Dispersed Area Umpqua Nat Forest/North Umpqua Dist At the trailhead of the Grotto Falls Trail, this small dispersed area has a fire pit and vault toilet. Water is available from Emile Creek or Grotto Falls. This is primarily a day use area, but camping is permitted for small groups. Coolwater Campground is 5 miles away. This site is good for hiking, photography, wildlife observation, and nature study. A word of caution: Emile Creek is a rugged rock cliff area and off trail exploration should be done with caution. Your best bet is to stay on the trails.
Hemlock Lake Campground Umpqua Nat. Forest/North Umpqua DisL This 13 site campground, which is heavily used in the summer, has tables and fireplaces at each site, as well as 2 vault toilets. There are 4 picnic sites with grills and garbage facilities nearby. There is no developed water system, so get it from the lake, or bring your own. Hemlock Lake is 28 acres, and offers swimming, fishing, and non-motorized boating. Hiking opportunities include the Hemlock Lake Loop, which connects with the Flat Rock Mountain Trail. Also, the Hemlock Lake Dispersed Area lies directly to the south. Lake in the Woods Campground has water if you need it It's 5 miles away.
Hemlock Lake Dispersed Area Umpqua Nat Forest/North Umpqua Dist. This large (1500+ acre) would be perfect for the unit that wants to getaway and see the wilderness. This area has many opportunities to see various wildlife such as deer, bear, coyote, and beaver. There are some outstanding views of Quartz Mountain and the South Umpqua Drainage. Water should be brought along, as there are limited sources in the area. Hiking can be done on the Yellow Jacket Loop and Flat Rock Trail. Additional camping is available at Hemlock Meadows Campground, 1 mile east on Road #27, and Hemlock Lake Campground.
Hemlock Meadows Campground Umpqua Nat Forest/North Umpqua Dist. This tiny campground has only one site with a table and fireplace. There is a vault toilet but no water system. The camp is located on 28-acre Hemlock Lake and is open to non-motorized boating only. This camp also has a day use area with 3 picnic tables and a grill. This site is sometimes heavily used, so don't count on getting the campsite. This site has access to Yellow Jacket Loop, Flat Rock Trail, and the Snowbird Trail. This lake is popular for fishing, boating, and swimming. Additional camping is available at Hemlock Lake Campground.
Hi Si Pond Dispersed Area Umpqua Nat Forest/North Umpqua Dist This site is popular for fishing and wildlife watching. Deer, elk and coyotes as well as many bird species can be found in the area. Hi Si Pond was built in 1982 for wildlife, livestock, and fire use. There are no facilities. Bring your own water or treat water from the pond.
Horseshoe Bend Campground Umpqua Nat. Forest/North Umpqua Dist. This campground has 34 campsites with wooden tables and fire rings. There is a chlorinated water system, flush toilets, and garbage containers. There are 3 handicapped accessible sites. Fly-fishing is popular in addition to hiking on the Horseshoe Bend Trail and Illahee Flat Trail.
Inlet Campground Umpqua Nat. Forest/Diamond Lake Dist This campground is located on the North Umpqua River inlet on Lemelo Lake. It has 14 campsites with tables and fire rings. There are vault toilets, but no water system. Full services are available at Lemelo Lake Resort. Water-skiing, fishing, and swimming are all popular activities on Lemelo Lake.
Island Campground Umpqua Nat Forest/North Umpqua Dist This campground has 7 campsites, vault toilets, tables, fire-pits, and garbage facilities. Bring your own water or purify water from the North Umpqua. Activities include fishing, and hiking along the North Umpqua Nat. Rec. Trail-Mott Segment, and the Canton Creek Trail.
Kelsay Valley Campground Umpqua Nat. Forest/Diamond Lake Dist. This campground was designed with both campers and horse-packers in mind. This camp has picnic tables and fire rings, as well as centrally located vault toilets. Water is only available from Bradley Creek or the North Umpqua River. This campground has access to the North Umpqua Trail, which connects to the Lucille Trail, the Tolo Creek Trail, and the Pacific Crest Trail. These trails give access to the 105,000-acre Windigo-Thielsen RARE II area.
Lake-in the Woods Campground Umpqua Nat. Forest/North Umpqua Dist. This 11 site campground has tables and fire-pits, vault toilets, and hand-pumped well water. There are flush toilets in the summer. This site is built around Lake-in the-woods, a 4 acre lake open to non-motorized boating and fishing. In addition, the Yakso Falls Trail and Hemlock Falls Trail are nearby. This area offers some beautiful colors in the spring from rhododendrons and other wildflowers. There is a trail cabin on the site built in 1907.
Limpy Sump Dispersed Area. Umpqua Nat. Forest/North Umpqua Dist. This primitive site has a table and fire ring. There are no other facilities available. The lake is good for fishing so bring a small inflatable or other light-weight boat for good access. Youtlkut pillars, a unique and unpronounceable rock formation, is located ½ mile south on road #2715. The Snowbird Trail is located 1 mile west on road #2715-105. This area is also good for berry picking in the summer.
Poole Creek Campground Umpqua Nat. Forest/Diamond Lake Dist. This large campground has 59 trailer, camper, and tent sites, complete with tables and fireplaces, as well as drinking water. There are vault toilets. Some activities here include swimming, boating, water skiing and fishing. Full services are available at Lemelo Lake Resort, 1 mile north on road #2610, or .3 miles north via a trail from the boat ramp.
Reynolds Shelter Dispersed Area Umpqua Nat. Forest/North Umpqua Dist. This rustic area overlooks a beautiful high mountain meadow dotted with wildflowers in the late spring and early fall. The facilities are sparse with a shelter and Wallowa toilet (3-sided, open top). A spring is located a short distance from the shelter. The shelter is fenced in to keep out cattle from the nearby meadow in the summer and early fall. In early fall, this is one of the best huckleberry picking sites in the Umpqua National Forest. There is more camping available at Grassy Ranch Camp. There is hiking on Fuller Lake Trail and Boulder Creek Trail.
Skookum. Pond Umpqua Nat Forest/Tiller Dist. This heavily used area provides some of the best fishing in the entire Tiller Ranger District. Skookurn Pond itself is a 10 acre pond with considerable wooden debris both in the water and on the shoreline. Fishing is best by small boat or raft. This pond is stocked annually with rainbow trout fingerlings. Several undeveloped campsites are located on the west side of the pond and along the road that crosses the outlet. The Fish and Game Department ask that you fill out a form located at the boat ramp. This helps them evaluate the ponds growth and survival of the fish so that it may be properly maintained. There is a single vault toilet here.
Steamboat Falls Campground Umpqua Nat Forest/North Umpqua Dist This campground has 8 campsites with tables, fire-pits, and vault toilets. Since there is no developed water system, bring your own. There is swimming, but fishing is not allowed in Steamboat Creek. In summer it is possible to watch spawning steelhead jump the nearby falls.
Thielsen View Campground Umpqua Nat. Forest/Diamond Lake Dist. This campground has 60 sites for both trailers and tents, each with a table and a fireplace. There are drinking water and toilet facilities. Thee is a boat launch as well as good fishing. As the name implies, there are great views of Mt. Thielsen across Diamond Lake. The Diamond Lake Vista Trail begins here and heads north along the lake-shore.
Toketee Lake Campground Umpqua Nat. Forest/Diamond Lake Dist This campground, located on the east-end of Toketee Lake, has 33 campsites with tables and fireplaces. Vault toilets are available, but there is no drinking water. There is a boat ramp on site. The lake is popular for boating and offers excellent fishing for brown and rainbow trout. This area is occasionally snow covered, so check with the forest service before using in the winter.
Treehorn Campground Umpqua Nat. Forest/Tiller Dist. This campground is a shady, forested site with 5 campsites and 7 tables. Each site has a fire pit with a grill. There is hand pumped well water, garbage containers, and vault toilets.
Twin Lakes Dispersed Area Umpqua Nat. Forest/North Umpqua Dist. This beautified dispersed area is centered at Big Twin Lake and has a shelter and 6 campsites with fire rings. There is a vault toilet. There is no developed water system so bring your own or get water from Twin Lakes Creek. There is 1 campsite at Little Twin Lake. This area offers excellent opportunities for swimming, fishing, boating (bring an inflatable boat) and hiking along the Twin Lakes Loop. There are some interesting grotto caves at the base of the cliffs overlooking the lake.
White Creek Campground Umpqua Nat Forest/North Umpqua Dist. This campground has 5 walk-in tent sites with fireplaces and picnic tables. There are vault toilets and a hand pumped water system. Garbage containers are available. This campsite offers a good swimming area with sandy beaches and shallow water. It is also a good spot for fishing. Nearby Grotto Falls Trail and Overhang Trail offer good hiking possibilities.
Whitehorse Falls Campground Umpqua Nat Forest/Diamond Lake Dist This campground has 8 campsites with tables and fire rings. Vault toilets are available, but there is no developed water system. Water may be taken from Clearwater River. This camp is located just above the small but picturesque Whitehorse Falls. There is a viewing platform just below the falls.
Williams Creek Campground Umpqua Nat. Forest/North Umpqua Dist. This small campground has 2 rustic campsites with wooden tables and fire-pits. There is no developed water supply. Vault toilets are available. In addition to fly-fishing in nearby Williams Creek and North Umpqua, there is a swimming hole upstream (cold water), and hiking along the North Umpqua National Recreation Trail-Mott Segment, McDonald Trail and Cougar Creek Trail.
Willow Flats Sump Dispersed Area Umpqua Nat Forest/North Umpqua Dist. This dispersed area is a large sub-alpine meadow area surrounding a 2-acre pond. Fishing is excellent as it is stocked annually. A small boat or raft would be helpful here. There is a vault toilet, rustic table, and rock fire ring. There is no water system so bring your own or treat water from nearby streams. In addition to swimming at the pond, photography, wildlife watching, and berry picking are all popular here.
Wolf Creek Campground Umpqua Nat. Forest/North Umpqua Dist This campground has 8 campsites, each with a table and fire pit. There are 3 small picnic sites along Little River. A large group picnic area with a pavilion, 4 tables, a fireplace, and picnic grills is also available. This site must be reserved in advance. In addition, there is a ball field and horseshoe pits. There is also a chlorinated water system and flush toilets. This site offers excellent fishing as well as hiking along the Wolf Creek Nature Trail.
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