FR 5870000 — McCredie Hot Springs - North Bank in OR -- Camping Rules & Access in Oregon
FR 5870000 — McCredie Hot Springs - North Bank in OR
Why
U.S. Forest Service opens most of its land to dispersed camping unless a local order restricts it. Check the unit's current orders before you commit.All 2.9 miles in are maintained only for high-clearance vehicles, gravel the whole way. Climbs 1,300 ft over 2.9 miles through 4 switchbacks, with sustained grades near 20% and pitches to 26%. Stretches run along a shelf with a drop of up to ~120 ft on the downhill side.
Cougar Mountain stands 2,886 ft above the site, 1.9 miles south. Salt Creek runs 0.1 mi off.
Willamette National Forest, Middle Fork Ranger District: Camping, occupying, or otherwise leaving camping equipment and/or related supplies at any locations on the Willamette National Forest described in this order, overnight, for a period longer than 14 calendar days, in a 30-day period.
| Fire restrictions | Set by Willamette National Forest, Middle Fork Ranger District. Check current orders |
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September normals 49–78°F, 1.9″ rain. Monthly averages, PRISM 1991–2020.