Packard Creek Campground

About this site

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 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. 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. Additional Info: Packard Creek Campground has 36-37 standard campsites, with 14 reservable sites. A group campsite accommodates up to 80 people and includes a large picnic shelter. Individual parking spurs range from 24 to 40 feet. Some campsites have individual boat docks. Amenities include vault restrooms, drinking water, picnic tables, campfire rings, and grills. Most sites are handicap accessible.

Amenities & access

Maximum vehicle length

45 feet

Contact

• 801-226-3564
• https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/232894

Location

43.699722, -122.431667