Paradise Creek campground

Overview

Paradise Creek sits at the confluence of Paradise Creek and the Wind River, nestled under an old-growth forest of cedars, firs, alder and maples. The sites by the river enjoy privacy from an abundance of lush undergrowth, while the other sites have a more open and spacious feel.

Operator

National Forest

Camping types

Tent

Fee

From $8 per night (confirm with the operator)

Reservations

Reservable online

Phone

541-338-7869

Amenities

Location

Nearby adventures

Outdoor things to do around Paradise Creek campground, shown on the map above. Distances are straight-line from the campground, so driving or walking will be longer; trail details are approximate. Confirm access and conditions with the land manager.

Hikes and trailheads

• Falls Creek Trail #152Hike · 9.9 mi long · 2.6 mi from camp

  The gradual grade of this 9 mile trail slowly climbs away from Falls Creek and crosses 2 creeks before reaching the waterfall in approximately 2.5 miles. OpenStreetMap

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• Big Hollow Trail #158Hike · 3.1 mi long · 2.6 mi from camp

  The 3.2 mile Big Hollow Trail begins on Forest Road 64 at Big Hollow Trailhead and climbs steadily to its terminus on Observation Trail #132 at the Trapper Creek Wilderness boundary. OpenStreetMap

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• Dry Creek Trail #194Hike · 3.9 mi long · 2.8 mi from camp

  This 4 mile trail runs north and south to the east of Trapper Creek Wilderness. OpenStreetMap

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• Valley Ski Trail #151Hike · 1.9 mi long · 3.0 mi from camp

  The trail passes through the forest, descends into the Wind River Valley, and crosses a bridge over the Wind River. OpenStreetMap

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• McClellan Meadows Trail #157Hike · 3.0 mi long · 3.4 mi from camp

  The trail follows the route of George McClellan's 1852 railroad survey. OpenStreetMap

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• Terminator Trail #159Hike · 3.1 mi long · 3.6 mi from camp

  This 4.2 mile trail is mainly a winter cross-country ski trail, and makes a loop when combined with McClellan Trail #157. OpenStreetMap

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Scenic sights

• Termination PointPeak · 3,973 ft · 3.2 mi from campShow on map
• Falls Creek FallsWaterfall · 3.0 mi from camp

  A 335-foot waterfall near Falls Creek Trail #152.

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• Falls Creek Lava CavesCave · 3.3 mi from campShow on map
• Observation PeakPeak · 4,206 ft · 4.7 mi from camp

  A peak along Observation Peak Trail #132A.

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• McClellan Observation SiteViewpoint · 6.3 mi from campShow on map

Climbing and snow sports

• Tubing HillSkiing and snowshoeing · 2.9 mi from campShow on map
• Monte Cristo SlabClimbing · 13.3 mi from campShow on map
• Mount AdamsClimbing · 27.0 mi from campShow on map

Trail and sight data: OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).

Reviews

Data sources

• Recreation.gov (RIDB) — Public domain (U.S. Government work)

Listing details come from the sources above and may be out of date. Confirm fees, dates and closures with the operator before you travel.