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Three Bears Campground

Three Bears Campground

📍 Salem, OR Federal - Other Overnight Parking
Rating
3.8/5

About This Park

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

Amenities includes a vault restroom, individual campsites with picnic tables, BBQ grill, and a metal fire ring. There are two parking spots for each campsite located in the central parking lot. There is a central handpump for potable water off-site at Cedar Grove campground 1 mile east of Three Bears. There is no firewood at the site or firewood collection allowed, please bring your own firewood if you wish to have a fire.

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.

Quick Information

  • Type: Overnight Parking
  • Network: Federal – Other
  • Price Range: $15-35
  • Rating: 3.8125 / 5

Amenities

  • ✓ Water Hookup
  • ✓ Pet Friendly
  • ✓ Picnic Tables
  • ✓ Grills/Fire Ring
  • ✓ Fire Pit

Contact & Location

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

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⛺ Experience Summary

Located in Salem, OR, this park puts you within easy reach of local attractions and regional highlights. Outdoor enthusiasts will appreciate the options — hiking, biking and birding are all accessible from or near camp. Fire pits or grills at each site make evenings around the campfire a natural end to the day.

Amenities & Features

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Water Hookup

✓ Available
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Pet Friendly

✓ Available
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Picnic Tables

✓ Available
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Grills/Fire Ring

✓ Available
🛒 Grilling Gear
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Fire Pit

✓ Available
🛒 Fire Pit Accessories
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Activities

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Biking

✓ Available
🛒 Biking Accessories
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Birding

✓ Available
🛒 Birding Gear

Camping

✓ Available
🛒 Camping Essentials
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Fishing

✓ Available
🛒 Fishing Gear
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Hiking

✓ Available
🛒 Hiking Gear
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Swimming

✓ Available
🛒 Water Sports Gear