Umpqua National Forest

Recreation - Camping

Hobo Camp

Blue symbols indicate accessible facilities.

Ranger District: Cottage Grove

Elevation: 1,800 Feet

Attractions and Considerations: Hobo Camp is a small, road-side camp located along road #2470, on a terrace above Brice Creek. A short trail leads to a beautiful cascading pool in Brice Creek. Hobo is primarily used by day use swimmers and picnickers although people frequently stay the night. The site offers flat ground for 2-4 trailers and/or RV's.

Amount of Use: Light, moderate to heavy on weekends and holidays.

Directions: From Cottage Grove Exit 174 on Interstate 5, take Row River Road #2400 east 19 miles to Brice Creek road #2470 (2149). Turn right (southeast) on County Road #2470 and continue for 7 1/2 miles along Brice Creek. Hobo Camp is located on both sides of the road, south of Brice Creek.

Facilities:

• 5 campsites with table and fire pit
• Vault toilet
• Parking
• No Garbage Service - Please Pack it Out

Drinking Water: No

Maximum Length of Stay: 14 Days

Maximum Trailer Length: 16 Foot

Fees: None

Reservations: None

Season of Use: May 25 to September 30. Site remains open in winter with reduced services.

Camp Host: No

Activities: Activities include picnicking, swimming, fishing, and hiking on the nearby Adams Mountain Way Trail (1/2 mile west of Hobo on the south side of Road #2470). The Hobo Camp area is withdrawn from mineral location although recreational gold panning is allowed.