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South Fork Camps

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  • fuel station12 mi

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This is a dispersed campsite for tents and small trailers is located at the confluence of South Fork Chetco with the main stem of the Wild and Scenic Chetco River. ; Enjoy summer fun in the crystal clear waters of this outstanding river.Upper South Fork Camp provides a more secluded location along the South Fork Chetco River.Lower South Fork Camp provides a larger area with access to both the South Fork and main stem Chetco River.FacilitiesCamp where you wantNo picnic tableNo fire pitsNo campground hostNo drinking waterPortable toiletNo garbage disposal - Please pack it out;

Around this stay

Nearest surrounding services and recreation within ~25 mi — not on-site amenities.

  • dump station

    Dump station

    12 mi
  • fuel station

    Chevron

    12 mi
  • grocery

    McKay's Market

    11 mi
  • potable water

    Potable water

    5.9 mi
  • trailhead

    Chetco Gorge Trailhead

    0.7 mi
  • attraction

    Mount Emily Fire Lookout Ruins

    5.9 mi
  • recreation site

    Boat launch

    12 mi

Forest road access near this stay: LONG RIDGE.CH in Rogue River-Siskiyou National Forests. Motorhome access is listed as open on the nearest MVUM segment — verify current restrictions.

Contact & access

Source and verification

Last verified: 10/5/2026

See the Sources tab for provenance detail.