Detroit Lake State Recreation Area Campground

Detroit Lake State Recreation Area is on the north shore of Detroit Lake in the Willamette National Forest. Visitors to the 9-mile-long lake enjoy fishing, boating, and water skiing. Also in the Recreation Area are playgrounds, designated swim areas, horseshoe pits, and volleyball and basketball courts. A pair of boat docks and launch ramps are available. It is no wonder that Detroit Lake is such a popular vacation destination for Orgonians.

Detroit Lake State Recreation Area Campground features 270 campsites. Among those, 107 have full hook-ups, 68 have water and electric hook-ups, and 95 are tent sites. Boat mooring may also be reserved to go along with campsite reservations. Some campsites near the highway may experience some noise.

Included in the campground is one Mini Rustic Cabin that sleeps up to 3. If you set up a tent outside, you can add 2 more people. The cabin has electric heating and lighting, a refridgerator, and a microwave. The rate includes a $10 pet fee which can be refunded if you have no pets.

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Detroit Lake State Recreation Area Campground Basics
Detroit Lake State Recreation Area Campground Location:	Highway 22, 51 miles east of Salem
Elevation:	1,570 feet
Nearby Gateway Cities:	Salem - 51 miles Portland - 95 miles
Number of Sites:	270
Open - Closed:	F Loop open year-round, other loops seasonal
Max. People per single site:	8
Vehicles per single site:	1 vehicle (fee for additional vehicles)
Pets:	On leash, always attended
Operated by	Oregon State Parks
Detroit Lake State Recreation Area:	(503) 854-3346

Detroit Lake State Recreation Area Campground Reservations
Reservations Available	Reservations are available from 1 day up to 9 months in advance of arrival date.
Maximum RV/trailer length:	60 feet
Wheelchair accessible sites:	#C03, C14, C19, F24, F25, F29, G30, H30 Accessible restrooms, showers, fishing dock
Fees¹:	Tent site - $21 per night Full hook-up sites - from $33 Partial hook-up sites - $28 Mini-Cabin - $53 Boat mooring $10 per night (Plus $9 reservation fee) ^{1^{Non-Oregon-residents pay and additional 25% for RV and group sites with hookups}}
Campground Map:	Detroit Lake SRA Campground Map
Campground Reservations:	Detroit Lake SRA Campground Reservations
Check-in, check-out:	Check-in: 4:00 PM, check-out: 1:00 PM

Detroit Lake State Recreation Area Campground Amenities
Campsites:	Picnic table, campfire ring with grill, many sites with partial or full hook-ups
Campground:	Flush toilets, piped water, amphitheater
Showers:	Yes
Dump station:	No
Attractions near Detroit Lake State Recreation Area Campground:	Head to the lake for boating, water skiing, and fishing. Fish from the accessible dock. Play sports such as basketball, volleyball, and horseshoes. Children enjoy the playground. In the summer they can join the Junior Ranger program. Swim in any of the 5 designated areas. Hike the 2.7-mile trail around the campground. Take time to tour the Visitor Center. Shop Amazon for Trout Fishing Best Sellers

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Detroit Lake Area
Attractions and Activities

Spend the day at nearby Detroit Lake State Recreation Area. Enjoy fishing, boating, and water sports.
Or choose Detroit Flats Day Use Area for picnicking, kayaking, swimming, boating, and water skiing.
Bicyclists take advantage of the 70-mile Cascading Rivers Scenic Bikeway, extending from the north end of Detroit Lake up the Breitenbush River and then down to Clackamas River to Estacada.
Explore the many wonderful hiking trails around Detroit Lake: Detroit Lake Area Hiking Trails.
Stop by Packsaddle Park along the Santiam River.
Visit Sevenmile Creek Falls along the Santiam River.
Head up the North Santiam River to Whispering Falls.

Key Detroit Lake State Recreation Area Campground Regulations

Quiet Hours extend from 10:00 PM to 7:00 AM.
Prevent the spread of invasive pests by obtaining firewood locally.
Fires are only permitted in designated fire receptacles and must be attended. Fires must be extinguished upon departure.
Pets must be kept on leash and attended at all times.
Secure food and scented items from bears.
Bicyclists under the age of 16 must wear helmets.

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