Aquila Vista Recreation Site

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Bureau of Land Management, Northwest Oregon District-Attn: Recreation Operations, 1717 Fabry Rd SE, Salem, OR 97306
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1,398 ft

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$10 - $13/night

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Reservable

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30 campsites

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Aquila Vista Recreation Site
$10.00 - $13.00 / night
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Cancellations incur a $10 fee, and late cancellations may result in loss of the first night's use fee. Group overnight facilities incur a $10 late...
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Hike and Bike Site Fee$0.00
Group Site Fee$0.00
Food Storage Locker Fee$0.00

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

Aquila Vista Recreation Site

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

Driving directionsFrom 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 on the Molalla Forest Rd for approximately 7 miles to a yellow gate where you will enter the combination provided. Drive another 2 miles up a steep gravel road keeping right until you reach Aquila Vista.
The road access includes paved routes followed by unpaved steep gravel roads. Seasonal closures apply due to wildfire restoration efforts.
Nearby places
Molalla (10 miles, approximately 20 minutes), Salem (approximately 50 miles)
Nearby supplies
Feyrer Park and Dickey Prairie Store offer nearby supplies.

Best Time to Camp at Aquila Vista Recreation Site

Summer brings warm, dry days perfect for outdoor adventures, though occasional biting insects remind visitors they're sharing this pristine habitat with its smallest residents. The campground embraces a seasonal rhythm, closing during winter months as the forest undergoes natural restoration following wildfire activity, ensuring the landscape remains healthy and vibrant for future generations.

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Summer(Jun-Aug)
4.5 / 5
Top 12% in OR

Open mid-May–mid-Oct; summer offers warm, dry days ideal for camping and trails (insects noted).

Fall(Sep-Nov)
4.0 / 5

Open into autumn; quieter trails and scenic foliage likely, campground remains accessible.

Spring(Mar-May)
Not recommended

Site reopens mid-May, so most of spring is closed to visitors.

Winter(Dec-Feb)
Not recommended

Campground closed mid-Oct through mid-May; winter season use not available.

Planning Tips
  • Peak Season: Mid-May to mid-October.. Book 2-3 months ahead.
  • Operating Season: Mid-May through mid-October when reopened.
  • Current Alerts: Closure due to wildfire restoration efforts; current fire restrictions apply.

About Aquila Vista Recreation Site

Tucked away in a tranquil forest beside a serene beaver pond, Aquila Vista provides an authentic wilderness experience for groups seeking to disconnect from the modern world. This rustic campground features essential amenities including vault toilets, covered picnic shelters with tables, and fire rings for evening gatherings under the stars. True to its back-to-nature spirit, visitors should come prepared with their own water and firewood, as the site offers neither running water nor wood collection. The absence of cellular service completes the digital detox, allowing campers to fully immerse themselves in the natural surroundings.
Aquila Vista Recreation Site is a group camping facility with a capacity for up to 30 people and 20 vehicles. It does not support individual, RV, or cabin camping.
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You may stay up to 13 nights during a visit at this campground.

Amenities available

Fire rings
Picnic tables
Vault toilets
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Activities you can enjoy

Aquila Vista Recreation Site offers a range of outdoor recreational opportunities that cater to hiking, biking, horseback riding, and wildlife enthusiasts. The site connects directly to the Molalla River Trail System, offering over 20 miles of trails across varying difficulty levels. Visitors can also enjoy views of the surrounding forest, a beaver pond, and a small waterfall. Nearby, the Molalla Wild and Scenic River provides opportunities for swimming, fishing, and whitewater boating.
HikingThe Molalla River Trail System provides over 20 miles of trails for hiking, featuring routes of varying difficulty. These trails include a mix of single-track paths and old forest roads, winding through forested hills with occasional views of the Cascade Range. Trails are marked with directional signs and difficulty indicators.
FishingFishing opportunities are available nearby along the Molalla Wild and Scenic River. Specific details about fish species or fishing conditions are not provided.
SwimmingWhile swimming is mentioned as an activity in the nearby Molalla River, it is explicitly not recommended in the beaver pond at the campground due to safety concerns, including the presence of an underwater culvert.
BikingThe trail system accessible from the campground is open for mountain biking. Trails offer a variety of difficulty levels, catering to both novice and experienced bikers.
BoatingThe Molalla Wild and Scenic River nearby supports whitewater boating. No additional details about facilities or boat types are provided.
Wildlife viewingThe campground is adjacent to a large beaver pond and surrounded by forest, providing opportunities to observe local wildlife. Specific species are not detailed.
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Policies & Safety

Hazards & AlertsPoison oak and biting insects during summer; culverts in the pond pose a swimming hazard.
Active Alertsclosed until further notice to remove wildfire burned danger trees. | Closure due to wildfire restoration efforts; current fire restrictions apply.
No Potable WaterThis campground does not have potable water on-site. Bring all the water you need for drinking, cooking, and cleaning.
No Cell ServiceCell phone service is not available at this campground. Plan accordingly for emergencies and download offline maps before arriving.

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Last updated January 13, 2026
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