Dovre Recreation Site
Quick Facts
1,572 ftPrice
$15 - $50/night
Booking
Reservable
Sites
10 campsites
Season
May to September for...
Cell
No Service
Pets
Very Pet Friendly
Quick Facts
1,572 ftPrice
$15 - $50/night
Booking
Reservable
Sites
10 campsites
Season
May to September for...
Cell
No Service
Pets
Very Pet Friendly
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"The campground receives high praise for its cleanliness, peaceful atmosphere, and natural beauty. Common themes include the helpfulness of the camp host, the cleanliness of the vault toilets, and the serene environment."
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Dovre Recreation Site
Bureau of Land Management, Northwest Oregon District-Attn: Recreation Operations, 1717 Fabry Rd SE, Salem, OR, 97306
Best Time to Camp at Dovre Recreation Site
From May through September, Dovre comes alive as a summer haven where warm days invite river adventures and cool mountain nights demand cozy campfires. The camping season perfectly captures the Coast Range at its finest—mornings often break with misty river fog that burns off to reveal brilliant sunshine filtering through the forest canopy. Winter transforms the access roads into challenging passages of snow and ice, making this truly a seasonal treasure reserved for the warmer months.
Open May–Sep; warm days invite river activities and it's the peak season for visitors.
Off-season may have closures and reduced potable water; fall is less reliable than summer.
Opens in May; spring conditions variable with cool nights and some access/water limits early season.
Camping season is May–September; winter camping/operations not supported.
Planning Tips
- Peak Season: May 02 to September 28. Book 2-3 months ahead.
- Operating Season: May to September for general camping. Potable water availability depends on sunlight conditions, and it may be turned off during reduced daylight months. Out-of-season reservations are unavailable from September 28 to May 01.
- Current Alerts: The road is reported to be closed frequently, and snow or storm damage may impact accessibility.
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