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NRSO |
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Nestled along a forested curve of the North Santiam River, Fishermen's Bend site is popular with both families and large groups. The area offers camping and picnicking facilities, rustic cabin rentals and river access trails. Fishing, boating, swimming and hiking opportunities abound. |
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Fishermen's Bend is located 29 miles east of Salem on Hwy 22, and 1.5 miles west of Mill City. |
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This popular campground's sites all have electric and sewer hookups; some also have water hookups. Flush toilets, drinking water, picnic tables and fire rings are provided. Roads and parking spurs are paved. |
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FISHERMENS BEND |
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74081 |
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http://www.reserveamerica.com/campsiteSearch.do?contractCode=NRSO&parkId=74081&cmp=39-32--joewils |
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If using Golden Passports to receive discounted rates, bring pass to the park; passport holder must occupy site Entrance gate is open from 7a.m. to 10 p.m. and is locked at 10 p.m. No firewood gathering allowed Non-reservable first-come, first-served family campsites are available at a discounted rate. Call the park for more information To camp overnight at a day-use facility or stay longer than 5 nights at group sites or cabins, please contact park manager at 503-897-2406 for approval A firewood quarantine is in effect to protect the Pacific Northwest from invasive species; please click here for more information |
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North Santiam State Park is next door, with more great water and hiking opportunities. Scenic John Neal Memorial County Park is less than 15 minutes away. Silver Falls State Park is 45 minutes from Fishermen's Bend, with 10 majestic waterfalls, ranging from the grand 177' South Falls, to the delicate 27' Drake Falls. |
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The park covers 170 acres along the North Santiam River, where a shady mix of mature Douglas fir, hemlock, and cedars forest the region. Ferns, mosses and wildflowers cover the forest floor. Wetlands and beaver ponds can be found throughout. |
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The North Santiam River is a great place to relax and cool down on a warm summer day. It offers excellent opportunities for canoeing, kayaking, rafting, fishing and swimming. On land, visitors can take a leisurely stroll along a one-mile nature trail with views of the river and surrounding wetland habitats. A playground, baseball field, horseshoe pits, and basketball and volleyball courts can be found within the park as well. |