Parker Meadows Campground

Pacific Northwest

Parker Meadows Campground

Pacific Northwest

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Campground: Parker Meadows Campground.

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Nearby Campsites

within 50km

5.1 km away

South Fork Campground

Campground: South Fork Campground.

7.4 km away

LODGEPOLE GUARD STATION

Overview The guard station at Lodgepole Meadow was built in 1935 by the Civilian Conservation Corps to replace the original station built in 1911. Lodgepole Meadow was used as a remote guard station for the early Forest Service crews working in the area. During WWII, Herb and Zella Wright, a husband and wife lookout team, lived throughout the winter high up on the Blue Rock Lookout several miles away watching for enemy aircraft. Lodgepole Guard Station served as their base camp. Today, Lodgepole Guard Station is a perfect destination for horse enthusiasts, families and those looking for a unique camping experience in the Rogue River-Siskiyou National Forest. Recreation The meadow offers plenty of room and even terrain for a large group of visitors to spread out, camp, horseback ride, hike, mountain bike or just relax. Additional horseback riding trails are a short trailer ride away, and include the Alta Lake, Middle Fork and Seven Lakes Trails, all of which lead into the Sky Lakes Wilderness. Facilities Considered to be an outstanding example of Civilian Conservation Corps construction in the Pacific Northwest, the one story cabin is designed to comfortably sleep 4 occupants. The bedroom is furnished with a full-size bed, a small closet and one dresser. The living room is furnished with a futon and coffee table. The kitchen is equipped with a table and chairs, a sink, a refrigerator, a stove, and basic cooking utensils. The bathroom has running water, a shower and flush toilet. The heater, stove and refrigerator are operated by propane and potable water may be available for drinking and cooking from the faucet. (call ranger station to check status of water at cabin) A picnic table in the backyard permits comfortable outside dining. Lighting is not available at the site, so bringing lanterns and flashlights is a must. Guests will also need to bring sleeping bags & towels. A former bunkhouse, tool shed, barn and stable with several horse paddocks, are also on site. There is additional space for tent camping in the yard. Natural Features Lodgepole Guard Station is surrounded by 40 acres of cross-fenced pastures dotted with pines, and surrounded by forested rolling hills. The large grassy meadow has a long history of being a major grazing area for horses and cattle, and that tradition continues today. Diverse landscapes of the Rogue River Siskiyou National Forest provide habitat for a wide-range of wildlife in the area, including spotted owls and bull elk to salamanders and salmon. These species, along with many others, depend on the surrounding undeveloped wilderness, undisturbed wetlands, clean streams, and diverse forests to live. Contact Info For facility specific information, please call (541) 560-3400. Nearby Attractions Diamond Lake Resort, Crater Lake National Park, Lost Creek Lake, Rogue-Umpqua Scenic Byway, National Falls, Rogue Gorge, Natural Bridge and Mount McLoughlin are all wonderful sights to see.

11.5 km away

IMNAHA GUARD STATION

Overview Imnaha Guard Station is located in the southwest portion of Oregon's Cascade Range, at an elevation of 3,800 feet. The facility offers a remote setting and most of the amenities needed for a comfortable stay. This cabin does not feature indoor lighting so guests will need to bring lanterns or flashlights. Recreation Hiking and Birdwatching are popular activities among guests visiting this cabin. Bird songs from nuthatches, chickadees, and Steller's jays are common at Imnaha Guard Station. Varied thrush are around and can be identified with their distinct calls that lift from the forest floor. Occasionally the loud drumming of the dilapidated woodpecker can be heard, the largest woodpecker in North America. Sky Lakes wilderness is within a short drive from the cabin and can be accessed from Blue Canyon Trailhead and Alta Lake Trailhead. The Lower South Fork trail is also a short drive from Imnaha Cabin and has multiple trailheads to choose from. Facilities The Imnaha Guard House has a living room, bedroom, bathroom and kitchen, and is designed to comfortably sleep 4 occupants. The bedroom is furnished with a full-size bed, a small closet and one dresser. The kitchen is equipped with a table and chairs, sink, refrigerator, stove, and basic cooking utensils. The bathroom has running water, shower and flush toilet. The heater, stove and refrigerator are operated by propane, and potable water for drinking and cooking is available from the faucet. A picnic table in the backyard permits comfortable outside dining. The cabin features a lava-rock fireplace in the front room. There are no guarantees of firewood. Visitors should bring lanterns, sleeping bags, towels and matches. A very small Forest Service campground called Imnaha, is located within sight of the cabin but will remain closed for the season. Natural Features Imnaha Guard Station is surrounded by an old-growth forest composed of Douglas-fir, white fir, incense cedar, ponderosa pine, sugar pine, and western white pine. A notably large, 300-year-old Douglas-fir, known as "The Big Tree," towers above the canopy near the Imnaha cabin. Imnaha Springs is just up a trail behind the cabin and forms separate rivulets that flow through yellow monkey flowers and moss. The large volume of water that bubbles from the springs is crystal clear and ice cold. Contact Info This location is unstaffed. To speak with our main office for general information, please call: (541) 560-3400. Nearby Attractions Diamond Lake Resort, Crater Lake National Park, Lost Creek Lake, Rogue-Umpqua Scenic Byway, National Falls, Rogue Gorge, Natural Bridge and Mount McLoughlin are all wonderful sights to see.

12.9 km away

FOURBIT FORD CAMPGROUND

Overview Fourbit Ford Campground is situated near Fourbit Creek about a mile off of Butte Falls Highway in a pine dominated forest setting. Recreation Numerous hiking trails are within easy access, including the Mt. McLaughlin Trail #3716. Facilities Drinking water is available at nearby Whiskey Springs Campground. The campground has one vault toilet. Natural Features Quiet and secluded this campground is located on the site of the original supply road (Old Military Road) for Fort Klamath. Contact Info For facility specific information, please call (541) 560-3400. Nearby Attractions Nearby Willow Lake is located off of the Butte Falls highway with an expansive 927 acres of recreational activities including hiking trails, swimming, fishing, camping and boating,

13.9 km away

WHISKEY SPRINGS CAMPGROUND

Overview Whiskey Springs Campground is nestled within the forest providing shady campsites that are flat and located along a loop . This campground has a classic "forest feel" to it. Recreation A one mile interpretive loop trail is located within this campground. Facilities The campground has vault toilets and drinking water available. Natural Features This campground is located on the site of the original supply road (Old Military Road) for Fort Klamath. Nearby Attractions Nearby Willow Lake is located off of the Butte Falls highway with an expansive 927 acres of recreational activities including hiking trails, swimming, fishing, camping and boating, Contact Info For facility specific information, please call (541) 560-3400.