Alder Springs Campground
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 detail from Recreation.gov, checked 2026-08-05. Where a field says “not published”, the agency has not published it — it does not mean zero. See it on Recreation.gov
Alder Springs Campground
This small, rustic site is right on the side of the historic McKenzie Pass Highway. Surrounded by towering Douglas fir trees, this is a perfect spot to be on a warm day. Access to Linton Lake Trailhead in the Three Sisters Wilderness is immediately across the highway from the campground.
Before you go
Season
Late May (weather dependent) – Late October
Reservations
First-come, first-served
Fees
Single Campsites - $12 per night • Extra Vehicles - $6 per vehicle, per night Download the Recreation.gov mobile app prior to your trip so you can pay the overnight fee onsite with Scan and Pay .
Hours
Access is dependent on McKenzie Highway (OR Hwy 242), which is closed in the winter. Check tripcheck.com for conditions.
Restrictions
Tent camping only • Camping is not allowed more than 14 days in a 60 day period. • Use of chainsaws in the campground is prohibited • Dogs MUST be on leash at all times within the campground
Scenic drives that pass close
Make it a night on a better road
Byway plans the drive in — real stops, real weather, nothing invented.