Located approximately 29 miles from Salem, Oregon, on Hwy 22 East is Fisherman's Bend Campground. This 170 acre campground along the picturesque North Santiam River is maintained and operated by the United States Department of the Interior Bureau of Land Management. 

Grab your fishing pole and bait, come on and I will give you a tour!

There are 12 reservable campsites, 39 first come-first served campsites, 3 reservable group campsites, group picnic sites and 2 newer reservable cabins round out the campground. Playgrounds, family picnic sites, trails, boat ramp and other related amenities round out this unique facility. There are several areas of the campground to visit and there is something of interest for everyone.  Many campsites have electricity and are RV friendly.  There is an RV dump on-site.  Other sites are set up for tent camping. All sites have firepits and access to water.  During 2008 a campsites will run  $12.00 - $22.00 per night.  Your second vehicle is free of charge to park.  Any additional vehicle will cost you $5.00 per night.   Call the park manager for pricing updates or reservations at 503-897-2406.  There was a notice on the message board stating there may be a price increase for next season. 

Campsite with covered area, firepit and table

One of the group shelter areas, complete with a woodstove to keep you warm!

There are several Day Use areas including 3 reservable shelters available for groups or for individual use.  Company meetings, family reunions and wedding are just a few of the uses for these areas. 

Boat Ramp

North Santiam River at Boat Ramp. 
I am told this is a favored put-in and take-out of many boaters on the river

There are several Camp Hosts on-site to answer your questions and provide you with insight about the campground and the area.  BLM Rangers are onsite and provide educational opportunities at the group amphitheater and the educational center.

A row of solar lights will illuminate your way to the campground amphitheater

 
Day Use Shelter and ball field beyond the trail.  Check out the moss covered trees!

Other on-site amenities include:

• Ball Fields
  

• BBQ Grills

• Biking trailsBoat and Trailer Parking area

• Fishing

• Horseshoe Pits

• Recycling Center

• Restrooms and Hot Shower area

• RV Dump Station

• Security Lights

• Wildlife viewing and Bird Watching

• Easy Hwy 22 access to Detroit Lake and the Willamette National Forest and other recreation opportunities

For RESERVATIONS Call 503-897-2406

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17-June-2008