Three Bears Campground

Overview

No cash, check, or cards are accepted on site. Make a reservations online or use the mobile app. Three Bears campsites are only available by making a reservation. Reserve a campsite on recreation.gov or Recreation.gov Mobile App prior to entering the Molalla River Recreation Corridor. There is no cell reception in the drainage. 

Situated in a picturesque grove of western red cedar 4 miles south of Glen Avon Bridge, the site has 15 tent campsites, each equipped with a tent pad, metal fire ring, BBQ grill, and picnic table. The campground also has vault toilets and access to a beautiful cobble beach and swimming hole.

Recreation

Camping, fishing, swimming, hiking and biking on nearby trails (Hardy Creek TH closest)

Facilities

Camping, fishing, swimming, hiking and biking on nearby trails (Hardy Creek TH closest)

Natural Features

Molalla Wild and Scenic River and forested environment.

contact_info

For facility specific information, please call (503) 375-5646.

Nearby Attractions

Enjoy a scenic drive along the Molalla Wild and Scenic River which offers easy river access and opportunities for picnicking, swimming, camping, whitewater boating and fishing. The Molalla is one of the few undammed tributaries of the Willamette River and cuts a picturesque gorge on its way to the valley floor. Table Rock Wilderness is further up the canyon and accessible through three trailheads.

Charges & Cancellations

Standard fees apply and are non-refundable.

Visit https://www.recreation.gov/rules-reservation-policies for more information.

Photos

Three Bears portal sign
Three Bears portal sign
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Kiosk
Kiosk
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river access
river access
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Three Bears portal sign
Three Bears portal sign
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Kiosk
Kiosk
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river access
river access
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Adventure is at Your Fingertips

Activities

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CAMPING
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BIKING
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HIKING
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FISHING
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SWIMMING
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WILDLIFE VIEWING
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PHOTOGRAPHY

Addresses

Bureau of Land Management
Northwest Oregon District-Attn: Recreation Operations
1717 Fabry Rd SE
Salem
Oregon
97306

Geographic Coordinates

45.045528, -122.489455

Directions

The Molalla River is located approximately 10 miles southeast of Molalla in Clackamas County. From the town of Molalla, drive east on Main St/OR 211. Veer right at the OR 211/Mathias Road intersection, follow signs for Feyrer Park. Once past Feyrer Park, cross over the Molalla River, turn right, and follow signs for Dickey Prairie Rd. Continue south on Dickey Prairie Rd, keeping the Dickey Prairie Store on your left. At 3.7 miles past the store, turn right on Molalla Forest Rd and cross Glen Avon Bridge. Continue 3 miles, Three Bears will be on your left.

Fees

$15-30 per night plus fees

Standard fees apply and are non-refundable.