Mineral Campground
USFS · Campground · Free
Fast facts
- Cost
- Free
- Managed by
- USFS
- Type
- Campground
- Reservations
- fs.usda.gov
- Nearest dump station
- Aspen Point Dump Station · 86.5 mi
- Coordinates
- 43.5827, -122.7123
- Last verified
- September 18, 2026
About this place
Mineral Camp is a small campground, with three campsites, situated along Sharps Creek, surrounded by a stand of Douglas fir. Located at the base of the historic Hardscrabble Grade. Mineral Camp was once a stopover place for miners before they started up the long, steep grade to the Bohemia Mining District.
From the USFS.
Is Mineral Campground free?
Yes. Mineral Campground is free to use. It is managed by the USFS.
How do I get to Mineral Campground?
From Cottage Grove, OR, travel east on Row River Road 2400 for 15 miles to Sharps Creek Road 2460. Turn right on Sharps Creek Road 2460 and continue for 10 miles. Turn left and continue onto the gravel portion of Sharps Creek Road 2460 for 2 miles. Mineral Camp is located on the right side of the road.
What are the rules at Mineral Campground?
Quiet hours between 10 p.m. and 6 a.m.Campfires in developed fire pits only ; Fireworks are prohibitedDogs must be on leash; OHV/ATV; use prohibited in the campgroundMaximum length of stay: 14 days
Nearby
SourceData from the USFS. Last synced September 18, 2026. Community reports and photos are submitted by travelers and are not verified by the agency.
