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ICE CAP CAMPGROUND

USFS · Campground · Fee

Fast facts

Cost
Fee charged
Managed by
USFS
Type
Campground
Hours
Quiet hours are 10:00 p.m. until 6:00 a.m.
Reservations
recreation.gov
Phone
801-226-3564
Coordinates
44.3403, -121.9992
Last verified
September 19, 2026
44.3403° N · 121.9992° W
Last verifiedSeptember 19, 2026

About this place

Overview There are 21 campsites, 9 of which are walk-in tent only sites; the remaining sites can accommodate trailers up to 20 feet in length. There is 1 picnic site located immediately inside the entrance, on the right, up on a rise. There are two double vault toilets in the center of the campground; they are wheelchair accessible. This campground has both reservable and FCFS sites. Campfires allowed until and unless otherwise posted. Fire bans are common during summer months. Please plan accordingly. Scan and Pay might be offered at this campground; It is recommended that you pay by cash or check for FCFS campsites. There are no refunds, modifications, cancellations, or other fee changes allowed with FCFS payments. This system is the same as putting cash into a fee tube and cannot be refunded. Please download the Rec.Gov app prior to arriving at the campground as there may be no cellular service or very limited service at the campground. If no Scan & Pay option is available you must pay via cash or check. Reservations may be made up to 6 months in advance of arrival date by reserving online at RECREATION.GOV or by calling 877-444-6777. Recreation The McKenzie River National Recreation Trail is a hiking and biking destination. The McKenzie Wild & Scenic River is well known for boating and fishing as are Carmen Reservoir, Fish Lake and Clear Lake. There is a 3 mile loop trail to Koosah Falls and Sahalie Falls. Facilities Ice Cap offers 22 campsites with 9 that are walk-in tent sites. The other 13 can accommodate either tents or RVs. Each site has a fire ring and picnic table. There are vault toilets. There may or may not be a host onsite. Natural Features Contact Info For facility specific information, please call (541) 967-3917. Nearby Attractions McKenzie Pass-Santiam Pass National Scenic Byway, McKenzie River National Recreation Trail (hiking and mountain biking destination), the McKenzie Wild & Scenic River for boating and fishing, Carmen Reservoir for boating and fishing, Sahalie and Koosah Falls and the 3-mile waterfalls loop trail. This area of the Willamette National Forest is a destination spot for hiking, biking, fishing, and water sports. A boat ramp and lake access are within one mile, and hot springs, river access and a non-motorized boat ramp are within ten miles. Visitors also enjoy the views along the National Scenic Byway.

From the USFS.Official page

Is ICE CAP CAMPGROUND free?

No. ICE CAP CAMPGROUND charges a fee. It is managed by the USFS. Sites are reservable through recreation.gov.

How do I get to ICE CAP CAMPGROUND?

From McKenzie Bridge, OR, take Highway 126 east approximately 17.3 miles. Turn left at the Ice Cap Campground/Koosah Falls sign. Follow signs to the campground and day use.

Nearby

No other services within 50 mi on the record.

SourceData from the USFS. Last synced September 19, 2026. Community reports and photos are submitted by travelers and are not verified by the agency.

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