Mineral Camp Campground

Star4.40
10 reviews
18782 North Umpqua Highway Glide, OR 97443
Peace & Quiet

Quick Facts

1,808 ft

Price

Free

Booking

Walk-in Only

Sites

3 campsites

Season

Year-round

Cell

No Service

Pets

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Mineral Camp Campground
$0.00 - $0.00 / night
Campsite Fees
No fees are required for this site.
Standard Site Fee$0.00
Hookup Site Fee$0.00
Premium Site Fee$0.00
Hike and Bike Site Fee$0.00
Group Site Fee$0.00
Food Storage Locker Fee$0.00

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What Campers Say

4.40

Recommended

Based on 10 reviews

3 Google reviews

Most mentioned

hiking

Some mention

cell service

"User reviews emphasize the rustic and minimalistic nature of the campground, highlighting the lack of modern amenities such as cell service and potable water."

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Campground Map

18782 North Umpqua Highway Glide, OR 97443

Mineral Camp Campground

18782 North Umpqua Highway Glide, OR 97443

Driving directionsFrom Cottage Grove, OR, travel east on Row River Road 2400 for 15 miles to Sharps Creek Road 2460. Turn right on Sharps Creek Road 2460 and continue for 10 miles. Turn left and continue onto the gravel portion of Sharps Creek Road 2460 for 2 miles. Mineral Camp is located on the right side of the road.
The campground is accessible via paved roads for the first portion, followed by a gravel road for 2 miles. "Travel Considerations: Alerts and closures can be found at the top of this page. Check weather before traveling. Road information can be found on https://www.tripcheck.com."
Nearby places
Cottage Grove, OR - 27 miles
Nearby supplies
The nearest town for supplies is Cottage Grove, OR, located 27 miles away.

Best Time to Camp at Mineral Camp Campground

The seasons paint dramatically different portraits at Mineral Camp. Winter transforms the forest into a crystalline wonderland, though temperatures plunge to bone-chilling lows that test even the hardiest souls. As spring awakens the Douglas firs, conditions shift from crisp mornings to pleasantly warm afternoons. The golden window for camping arrives during weeks 25-27 (late June), when azure skies dominate and rain becomes a distant memory. Wise travelers avoid the tempestuous weeks 48-51 (late November to December), when Pacific storms unleash their fury with driving rain and occasional snow.

Summer(Jun-Aug)
4.0 / 5

Shade from firs and nearby hikes make summer appealing; primitive services may limit comfort.

Fall(Sep-Nov)
3.5 / 5

Forest setting offers pleasant fall visits though Douglas firs are evergreen.

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Spring(Mar-May)
4.0 / 5

Creek flows and forest renewal likely enhance spring visits; no specific spring reviews provided.

Winter(Dec-Feb)
3.0 / 5

Described as a 'crystalline wonderland' but 'bone-chilling lows' make winter challenging.

Planning Tips
  • Operating Season: Open year-round.
  • Current Alerts: "Under closure order due to 2024 fires: Umpqua National Forest - Alerts & Closures (usda.gov)," indicating temporary closure.

About Mineral Camp Campground

Tucked away in the shadow of ancient Douglas firs, Mineral Camp offers a rare glimpse into Oregon's gold rush past. This intimate, free campground features just three sites, each thoughtfully equipped with picnic tables and fire pits where modern adventurers can gather around crackling flames just as miners did over a century ago. Once a vital rest stop for prospectors heading up the grueling Hardscrabble Grade to the legendary Bohemia Mining District, today's camp welcomes those seeking solitude along the babbling waters of Sharps Creek.
Mineral Camp offers primitive camping with limited facilities.
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Stay Limit
Maximum length of stay anywhere on the forest is 14 days.

Amenities available

Fire rings
Vault toilets

Activities you can enjoy

The campground offers rustic recreational opportunities such as hiking and general outdoor activities like camping and picnicking. No additional amenities or organized activities are provided.
HikingHiking opportunities include nearby trails such as the Fairview Creek Trail (#1408A) and the Hardscrabble Trail, which both begin near the vault toilet.
Winter Activities
Water Sports
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Policies & Safety

Hazards & Alerts"No cell service" (User review) and lack of potable water can pose challenges. Visitors must pack out their garbage as no disposal services are provided.
Active Alerts"Under closure order due to 2024 fires: Umpqua National Forest - Alerts & Closures (usda.gov)," indicating temporary closure.
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.

Weather at Mineral Camp Campground

Reviews

4.4
10 reviews
Recommended
Recommended
Mineral Camp Campground is recommended, placing it in the top 40% of campgrounds based on reviews
User reviews emphasize the rustic and minimalistic nature of the campground, highlighting the lack of modern amenities such as cell service and potable water.
Review Summaries
Based on 10 reviews

What Campers Love

Users appreciated the natural setting and the proximity to hiking trails.
Based on 10 reviews

Common Concerns

The lack of potable water, no cell service, and absence of garbage disposal were common concerns.
Based on 10 reviews

Pro Tips & Recommendations

Campers should plan ahead and bring sufficient water and a method for trash disposal due to the lack of these facilities. "If planning on camping here please keep in mind there is NO cell service."...
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Based on 10 reviews

Seasonal Insights

No seasonal trends or variations in user experiences are explicitly mentioned in the sources.
Based on 10 reviews

Camper Quotes

"If planning on camping here please keep in mind there is NO cell service." (User review by Ghost)
Based on 10 reviews

Site-Specific Reviews

No reviews specific to particular campsites or areas within the campground were provided.
Based on 10 reviews

Accessibility Features

No user feedback was provided regarding accessibility features or experiences.
Based on 10 reviews

Pet-Friendly Features

No user feedback regarding pet policies or pet-related amenities was provided.
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Last updated January 13, 2026
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