Packard Creek Campground

Packard Creek Campground provides a convenient boat ramp and day-use access to Hills Creek Reservoir, a scenic 2,735-acre lake nestled in the Willamette National Forest near Oakridge. The access point features a dedicated boat ramp with accessible parking, vault toilets, and a designated swimming area. A picnic area with tables and grills is available on a first-come, first-served basis. Note that water levels fluctuate seasonally, which may affect the swimming area's usability.

The campground is popular during summer weekends, so arrive early if visiting during peak season. Be aware of the 5 mph speed limit around the boat ramp and swimming area. The site sits in an area with abundant poison oak vegetation, so exercise caution when exploring the shoreline. Accessible parking is provided at both the boat ramp and swimming areas. The campground can be reached from Oakridge by traveling 2 miles east on Highway 58 to Kitson Springs Road, then 0.5 miles to Forest Service Road 21, and finally 6 miles to the facility.

For reservations at the adjacent campground or more information, contact 801-226-3564. Nearby alternatives include Sand Prairie and Blue Pool Campgrounds within 10 miles if Packard Creek is at capacity.

Overview
Packard Creek is a popular campground on the western side of Hills Creek Reservoir. The family-friendly destination offers a picturesque setting among tall trees, with views of the lake beyond. Most of the campground is accessible.Recreation
Larison Creek Trail is excellent for mountain biking, horseback riding and hiking. It meanders along Larison Cove and Larison Creek, through lush...

Overview
Packard Creek is a popular campground on the western side of Hills Creek Reservoir. The family-friendly destination offers a picturesque setting among tall trees, with views of the lake beyond. Most of the campground is accessible.Recreation
Larison Creek Trail is excellent for mountain biking, horseback riding and hiking. It meanders along Larison Cove and Larison Creek, through lush vegetation of hemlock, Douglas fir and red cedar.

Visitors also enjoy boating, swimming and fishing. Anglers often catch catfish, blue gill, crappie and coho salmon. A fishing dock, swimming area and boat ramp can be found in the day use area.Facilities
There are 36 standard campsites, 14 are reservable. Each campsite is equipped with a picnic table and a campfire ring. There is also a reservable group campground, which accommodates up to 80 people, has a large picnic shelter and open space for tents. Some sites have individual boat docks as well.Natural Features
The campground is situated on a large flat beside Hills Creek Reservoir. The lake, hugged by a diverse mix of vegetation, covers 2,735 acres with 44 miles of shoreline in Willamette National Forest.
Nearby Attractions
The campground is near Oakridge, Oregon, once a railroad boomtown at the turn of the 20th century. Other noteworthy places include many hot springs found within the forest.

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