HARD ROCK CAMPGROUND
federal · Coburg, OR
- dump station21 mi
- fuel station9.4 mi

AL&L · Data Source: Recreation.gov
About
Overview Hard Rock Campground is a small, primitive group site along the South Fork of the McKenzie River in Oregon. Many hiking trails are available in the surrounding area and the river offers fishing opportunities. Recreation The river offers good catch-and-release fishing for wild redside and cutthroat trout. Cougar Reservoir is open to motorized boating and offers a beautiful setting. Facilities The campground offers one tent-only group campsite that can accommodate up to 10 people. No water or electricity is available at Hard Rock. Campfire rings, picnic tables, portable toilets and trash collection are provided. Natural Features The campground sits just south of Cougar Reservoir, near where Balm Creek feeds into the South Fork, at an elevation of 1,800 feet. Hard Rock is set on the western slopes of the Cascade Mountains, where gorgeous, lush mountain landscapes abound. Nearby Attractions Just east of Cougar Reservoir, the Castle Rock Trail leads through a dense Douglas-fir forest to the top of Castle Rock. Once on top, hikers enjoy impressive views of the McKenzie River Valley below.
Around this stay
Nearest surrounding services and recreation within ~25 mi — not on-site amenities.
- 21 mi
dump station
Dump station
- 9.4 mi
fuel station
Chevron
- 20 mi
propane
Propane
- 9.3 mi
grocery
Blue Sky Market
- 0.5 mi
potable water
Potable water
- 2.4 mi
trailhead
Rebel Trailhead
- 3.6 mi
attraction
Cougar
- 9.1 mi
recreation site
Bruckart Boat Launch
Contact & access
- P.O. Box 8516 · Coburg, OR 97408
- 801-226-3564
Source and verification
Last verified: 10/5/2026
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