Lost Prairie Group Campground

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Lost Prairie Group Campground, Willamette National Forest, Oregon
Lost Prairie Group Campground, Willamette National Forest, Oregon

Lost Prairie Group Campground

Willamette National Forest


Lost Prairie Group Campground

Lost Prairie Group Campground rests along Hackleman Creek in the Willamette National Forest. Once a standard campground, Lost Prairie has been converted into a group site. Hikers have a number a good trails within easy driving distance from which to choose, including the McKenzie River trail, Echo Basin, Crescent Mountain and Browder Ridge trails. Boating and fishing can be enjoyed at nearby Clear Lake, Smith Reservoir and Suttle Lake.

Lost Prairie Group Campground has a single group campsite composed of nearly a dozen individual sites, including a number of walk-in tent sites. The campground can accommodate up to 75 people and 15 vehicles. Among those vehicles can be 5 or 6 small RVs.

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Lost Prairie Group Campground Basics
Lost Prairie Group Campground Location: Travel east on Highway 20 from Sweet Home for 38 miles.
Elevation: 3,600 feet
Nearby Gateway Cities: Bend - 57 miles
Albany - 69 miles
Eugene - 81 miles
Number of Sites: 1
Open - Closed: Open mid-May through mid-October
Max. People per single site: 75
Vehicles per single site: 15 vehicles (fee for additional vehicles)
Pets: On leash, always attended
Operated by Linn County Parks & Recreation for Willamette National Forest
Sweet Home Ranger District: (541) 367-5168

Lost Prairie Group Campground Reservations
Reservations Available Reservations are available for campsites from 2 days to 6 months in advance of arrival date.
Maximum vehicle length: 24 feet
Wheelchair accessible sites: None designated
Fees: $200 per night
(plus $9 reservation fee)
Campground Map: Lost Prairie Group Campground Map
Campground Reservations: Lost Prairie Group Campground Reservations
Check-in, check-out: Check-in: 2:00 PM, check-out: Noon

Lost Prairie Group Campground Amenities
Campsites: Picnic table, campfire ring with grill; no hook-ups
Campground: Vault toilets, hand-pumped water
Showers: No
Dump station: No
Attractions near
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General Camping Information

Opening and closing dates of campgrounds are only estimates, usually dependent on weather conditions. Not all campsites can accommodate trailers or RVs of all lengths. Check carefully on the website when you make your reservation to be sure your vehicle will fit your campsite.

In order to prevent the spread of invasive insects, firewood from outside the area is not permitted.

Accessible Sites

Designated Accessible sites are reserved for people with disabilities who have a vehicle displaying an accessible parking placard or license plate



Lost Prairie Group Campground, Willamette National Forest, Oregon

Lost Prairie Group Campground

Willamette National Forest
Attractions and Activities

  • Hike on the Hackleman Old Growth Trail west of Lost Prairie Group Campground.
  • Take the House Rock Trail past House Rock and on to House Rock Falls.
  • Visit the Long Ranch Elk Viewing Area west of the Trout Creek Campground.
  • Hike on the 2.8-mile Trout Creek Trail and the Walton Ranch Interpretive Trail.
  • Hike on the Iron Mountain Trail with meadows, springs, alpine environments, and a tremendous variety of flora.
  • Discover the beauty of Cascadia State Park by following local hiking trails. Take the River Trail to the South Santiam River.
  • Hike the Soda Creek Falls Trail ascends to viewpoints of the magnificent falls.
  • Use caution when swimming in the river near Cascadia State Park. No lifeguards are on duty and currents can be strong. The swimming area is outside the park.
  • Visit the South Falls Historic District, including the South Falls Lodge.
  • Stop by the historic Santiam Wagon Road used by 19th century travelers.
  • Launch your boat into nearby Foster Reservoir for fishing, water skiing and wake boarding, and jet skiing.
  • Fish Foster Reservoir for bass, yellow perch, bluegill, crappie, bullhead catfish, Kokanee, and rainbow trout.
  • Head upstream and visit Whitcomb Creek County Park on Green Peter Reservoir.

Key Lost Prairie Group Campground Regulations

  1. Prevent the spread of invasive pests by obtaining firewood locally.
  2. Fires are only permitted in designated fire receptacles and must be attended. Fires must be extinguished upon departure.
  3. Pets must be kept on leash and attended at all times.
  4. Quiet Hours extend from 10:00 PM to 6:00 AM.

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