Packard Creek Campground
USFS · Campground · Fee
Fast facts
- Cost
- Fee charged
- Managed by
- USFS
- Type
- Campground
- Hours
- Check in: 2:00 p.m.; Check-out: 12:00 p.m.; Quiet hours are 10:00 p.m. until 6:00 a.m.
- Reservations
- recreation.gov
- Nearest dump station
- Aspen Point Dump Station · 89.2 mi
- Coordinates
- 43.6667, -122.4306
- Last verified
- September 18, 2026
About this place
Packard Creek is a popular 37-site 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. The group campground, which can accommodate up to 80 people, has a large picnic shelter and open space for tents. Some sites have access to a lakeshore trail as well. Popular recreational activities are swimming, boating, hiking, and fishing. Accessible parking is offered at the boat ramp/swimming area. Be aware that there is an abundant supply of poison oak throughout the camp; use caution when walking off the paved roads.
From the USFS.Official page
Is Packard Creek Campground free?
No. Packard Creek Campground charges a fee. It is managed by the USFS. Sites are reservable through recreation.gov.
How do I get to Packard Creek Campground?
From Oakridge, Oregon: Beginning at the intersection of Crestview Street and Oregon State Highway 58 (the only traffic light along State Highway 58 in Oakridge), travel east on Highway 58 for 1.7 miles. At the intersection of Hills Creek Road/Kitson Springs Road, turn right and travel for 0.5 miles. Turn right on Forest Road 21, and travel for approximately 5.2 miles. The destination will be on your left.
What are the rules at Packard Creek Campground?
Boaters are reminded that the speed limit around the swimming area and boat ramp is 5 M.P.H.Camping is not allowed more than 14 days in a 60 day period. Use of chainsaws is prohibited in the campground.
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SourceData from the USFS. Last synced September 18, 2026. Community reports and photos are submitted by travelers and are not verified by the agency.
