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Old Miner's Meadow Group Use Area
BLMBureau of Land Management — Salem · Oregon · Fishermen's Bend Recreation Area
| Agency | BLMBureau of Land Management |
|---|---|
| Area | Fishermen's Bend Recreation Area |
| Location | Salem · Oregon · Fishermen's Bend Recreation Area · 44.58583, -122.35083 · Map |
| Sites | 1 public sites counted from the federal listing — 1 group standard area nonelectric |
| Getting a site | Reservable — the federal listing marks this campground as taking reservations. Some sites or seasons may still be first-come; the listing’s own words are below. |
| Hookups | Electric at 0 of 1 sites Water hookups at 0 of 1 sites Sewer hookups at 0 of 1 sites Full hookups (all three at one site) at 0 of 1 sites Counted site by site from affirmative reports in the federal record. A site with no report is not counted either way. |
| Max RV length | Not reported in the federal data |
| Months open | Not in federal data — the federal listing does not publish a season for this campground. Check the official description below or Recreation.gov. |
| Fees | Campground fee of $100 per night up to 50 people. Each additional person is $2.00 per night. Additional service fees apply and are non-refundable. |
| Check-in / out | In 2:00 PM · Out 11:00 AM (most common in the listing) |
| Accessibility | N |
| Amenities, as reported | Pit toilets |
| Phone | 503-897-2406 |
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This site takes no reservations and shows no live availability. Source: Recreation.gov (RIDB export pulled November 5, 2026); this listing was last updated in the federal record on 2026-02-25.
From the official listing
Overview Old Miner's Meadow is a two-acre, fenced-in group use area, located in an open meadow surrounded by forests along the Quartzville Creek National Wild and Scenic River and upstream from the Green Peter Reservoir. It is available by reservation only.
The area is popular for gold panning, fishing, scenic touring and kayaking. Weekends tend to be busy, so campers should book early.
Summer weather is comfortable, but can be cool. Visitors should come prepared for lower temperatures at night.
Recreation The creek is popular for gold panning and kayaking, while the reservoir offers great fishing, swimming, sailing and water skiing. Within a short drive along the creek, campers can find deep pools, waterfalls and swimming areas. Visitors can also drive the Quartzville National Back Country Byway, which meanders along the creek, two lakes and scenic mountain views. There are hiking trails in the nearby national forests. Facilities Maximum of 50 people per reservation.
This facility consists of one large group area with no designated campsites. Site amenities include picnic tables, individual campfire rings, a group campfire ring and grill, trash collection, vault toilets and horseshoe pits.
The toilets for the site are available to campers on private land just outside the site fence boundary. Groups are required to bring their own drinking water and firewood.
Natural Features The section of Quartzville Creek adjacent to the campground is registered as a National Wild and Scenic River for its recreation and resource opportunities. The nearby Green Peter Reservoir has emerald-colored waters, mountain views and plenty of space for water activities.
Though some areas of the surrounding forests have been logged, groves of old growth trees are a short drive away from the campground. This facility is in a meadow dotted with trees, and has both shaded and sunny sites. Though campers may not see them in the campground, elk frequent the area. Nearby Attractions Campers can visit the East Linn Museum in the town of Sweet Home to learn about the history of the area. The campground is also adjacent to the Willamette National Forest, which stretches for 110 miles along the western slopes of the Cascade Range in western Oregon.
Willamette National Forest Contact Info This location is unstaffed. To speak with our main office for general information, please call: (503) 375-5646. Charges & Cancellations Standard fees apply and are non-refundable.
Visit https://www.recreation.gov/rules-reservation-policies for more information.
Directions, from the listing
From Sweet Home, Oregon go east on U.S. Highway 20. Approximately one mile out of town turn left on the Quartzville Access Road heading towards Green Peter Reservoir and Quartzville Creek. Old Miner's Meadow is located approximately 25 miles up the road on the right, about one mile past Yellowbottom Recreation Site.
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Trip Card — Old Miner's Meadow Group Use Area
Salem · Oregon · Fishermen's Bend Recreation Area
| Agency | BLM · Bureau of Land Management |
|---|---|
| Location | Salem · Oregon · Fishermen's Bend Recreation Area |
| Fees | Campground fee of $100 per night up to 50 people. Each additional person is $2.00 per night. Additional service fees apply and are non-refundable. |
| Getting a site | Reservable |
| Hookups | None reported |
| Max RV | Not reported |
| Months open | Not in federal data |
| Sites | 1 sites |
Book: recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/234177 · Source: Recreation.gov, pulled November 5, 2026. Facility details come from federal recreation data and may be out of date — this site takes no reservations and shows no live availability; confirm details and book through Recreation.gov or the managing agency.