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Fishermen's Bend Recreational Site and Campground, Mill City Oregon

Fisherman's Bend Logo

Fishermen's Bend sign

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!

FB shelter area

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

Fisherman's bend campsite

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

Fishermans bend shelter

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

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

North Santiam River at boat ramp

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

Fishermans bend ampitheater

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

fishermans bend

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

Posted by Leslie Stewart – Realtor ®, CRS, eCertified on 06/17/2008 05:55 PM

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37 Comments on Fishermen's Bend Recreational Site and Campground, Mill City Oregon

JUN

2008

That looks like a great campground. And the river current looks pretty swift! Is there a place to swim?

JUN

2008

Lisa, Right now the current is too swift and the water too cold (53 degrees). In the summer its not much better and I wouldn't swim here. There is a great swimming hole on the North Fork on the Santiam and many terrific swimming holes. The main branch of the Santiam is best suited for fishing, rafting, tubing and kayaks.

JUN

2008

What about swimming, fishing, and rubber boats? Can we have a fire?

Hi Leslie,

I grew up down river from there, between Stayton and Marion and I can guarantee the Santiam never warms up enough to enjoy the swim. However, you are right, the North Fork has a number of fun places to swim and have fun. Bugs have always been a problem up there tho.

Nice photos, keep up the good work.

In response to jgswalko, fires are permitted in improved campsites only in all Oregon campgrounds.

Fred Chamberlin

Fred, I totally agree with you about the river, it is way to cold to swim in. I also think it is difficult for a novice to navigate the upper portion of the river. It is best to go with someone who knows the river a couple of times before going solo. I did email the other person back and gave him some alternatives. It's nice to hear from another "Local" and I hope I hear more from you soon. Take care and have a good weekend.

JUL

How far is it from this campground to Silver Falls State Park?

Thanks!

Denise

Thank you Leslie for the wonderful post about this wonderful park -- I had forgotten how wonderful it is there - so close to Salem and well worth the trip. It's been a few years since I've been there, but you've inspred me for another visit!

JUL

Margaret- It really is one of those, nice, close places that is fun to visit for a week or just an evening.

NOV

OMG! That lake! And that nature trail! First of all, the photos are beautiful, and the post itself reminds me of all the camping trips my family took together when I was a kid =)

NOV

Hi Leslie. I've had a couple of listings in that area. It's really pretty there and many sites are right on the river. Amazing! We do live in a beautiful part of the state.

NOV

DEC

I was going through all the posts in the Things to Do/Places to Visit group again. I was chuckling at the way we bombarded you with questions. Then I saw all the "by"s. I've seen that on several different posts. I know they were doing some work last week, but there's one for yesterday. They're obviously still trying to work out all the kinks.