Blue River, Oregon · Lane County · 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.
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.
From McKenzie Bridge, OR, travel east on Highway 126 for 3 miles to Highway 242.Follow Highway 242 east for 9 miles to Alder Springs Campground.
Driving directions (Google Maps) →Tuned to the live forecast for this park.
Recommendations adapt to the current forecast + trail stats. Use them as a starting point — local conditions, your experience, and the time of day you start all matter.
Heading to Alder Springs Campground? A few things to know before you go:
Photo: Joshua EarleOregon's longest mapped hiking trails, ranked by distance with notes on what makes each route worth the commitment.
Photo: Sergei AkulichSteep is hard. These are the ten Oregon trails with the most total elevation gain — quad-burners earned by hard climbing.
Photo: Sergei AkulichTen gentle, well-marked Oregon trails perfect for first-time hikers, families, or recovery days.
Photo: Holly MandarichOregon's ten hardest hikes — expert difficulty, big mileage, or serious exposure. Reserved for experienced hikers.
Photo: Diego LozanoFederal parks and recreation areas in Oregon ranked by what they actually offer hikers and campers, not just popularity.
Photo: Joshua EarleOregon's best hikes to named waterfalls — from short family-friendly viewpoints to all-day cascade chasing.