Patterson Campground
Reported open. Checked 2026-08-05.
The numbers that decide it
Recreation.gov publishes no site-level detail for this campground, so we cannot say what length of rig it takes. Call the managing office before committing to it in a large vehicle.
Site-level RV detail confirmed against Recreation.gov. Where a field says "not published," the agency has not published it — it does not mean zero.
Recreation.govChecked 2026-08-05
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Official Forest Service pagePatterson Campground
Patterson Campground is located on the southern end of the South Warner Wilderness area. This is an ideal site to begin one’s hike of the Summit Trail. Patterson is a family camp with only 6 sites for tents and small campers and trailers. Equestrian camping is not advisable in Patterson Campground, consider staying at East Creek Campground instead. Patterson Guard Station Directly adjacent to Patterson Campground is Patterson Guard Station. Built in 1921 and renovated in 2022, this cabin is now available for overnight rentals through Rec.gov Reserve Now
Before you go
Season
Facilities open as weather permits; usually mid-May to late October.
Reservations
First-come, first-served
Fees
$15/single campsite per day with a maximum of 2 vehicles.
Restrictions
Dogs shall remain on leash within developed recreation sites and campgrounds. Please clean up after your dog. Camping limit 14 days.
Scenic drives that pass close
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