How much does camping cost at Vincent Creek Campground?

Camping fees at Vincent Creek Campground range from Free. Prices may vary by site type (standard, hookup, premium) and season. Fees are typically paid at the campground entrance.

Is Vincent Creek Campground first-come first-served or reservation?

Vincent Creek Campground operates on a first-come, first-served basis. Arrive early, especially on weekends and holidays, to secure a spot.

What is the best time to visit Vincent Creek Campground?

Vincent Creek Campground is open Seasonal; visitors report the site is open only several months a year and may be closed in the fall.. The best time to visit depends on your preferences—summer offers the warmest weather and most activities, while spring and fall provide fewer crowds and milder temperatures. Check current conditions before your trip.

Are there showers at Vincent Creek Campground?

Vincent Creek Campground does not have shower facilities. Plan accordingly—nearby alternatives may include day-use areas or towns.

Can I have a campfire at Vincent Creek Campground?

Fire policies at Vincent Creek Campground: Sites reported to have metal fire rings and BBQ grills; no additional on-site fire policy details available.. Always check current fire restrictions before your trip, as conditions change seasonally.

How many campsites does Vincent Creek Campground have?

Vincent Creek Campground has 5 campsites. Sites vary in size, privacy, and amenities. Arrive early for the best site selection.

Are dogs allowed at Vincent Creek Campground?

Pets are not allowed at Vincent Creek Campground. This policy helps protect local wildlife and other campers. Consider nearby pet-friendly campgrounds if traveling with animals.

What amenities are available at Vincent Creek Campground?

Vincent Creek Campground offers: Restrooms. See our detailed campground page for the full list of facilities and features.

What activities can I do at Vincent Creek Campground?

Popular activities at Vincent Creek Campground include Fishing, Swimming, Wildlife Viewing. The surrounding area offers plenty of outdoor recreation opportunities for all skill levels.

Vincent Creek Campground

4.23

21 reviews

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Quick Facts

Price

Free

Booking

Walk-in Only

Sites

5 campsites

Season

Seasonal; visitors r...

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Price

Free

Booking

Walk-in Only

Sites

5 campsites

Season

Seasonal; visitors r...

Cell

Unknown

Pets

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Vincent Creek Campground

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Reported as a free BLM campground.

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Vincent Creek Campground

43.7932, -123.7763

Nearby supplies

Florence (showers/laundry and other supplies reported available in town).

Weather at Vincent Creek Campground

Best Time to Camp at Vincent Creek Campground

This seasonal campground typically welcomes visitors during warmer months, though exact opening dates can vary year to year—it's worth confirming availability before you head out, especially in fall when the site may be closed. Pack your bug spray: the lush riverside environment means mosquitoes can be quite active, particularly during peak summer months.

Best

Summer(Jun-Aug)

4.0 / 5

Seasonal campground popular in warmer months for swimming and fishing.

Planning Tips

Operating Season: Seasonal; visitors report the site is open only several months a year and may be closed in the fall.

About Vincent Creek Campground

Tucked away where Vincent Creek meets the Smith River, this intimate BLM campground offers a rare blend of solitude and riverside beauty. With just a handful of primitive sites, you'll find a peaceful swimming hole, abundant wildlife, and the kind of quiet that's increasingly hard to come by.

Small, riverfront BLM campground with approximately five campsites; described by visitors as a primitive, free/no‑host site with roomy, flat tent areas and an open field behind sites.

Historical Significance

No historical or cultural significance mentioned in available sources.

Weather and SeasonsThis seasonal campground typically welcomes visitors during warmer months, though exact opening dates can vary year to year—it's worth confirming availability before you head out, especially in fall when the site may be closed. Pack your bug spray: the lush riverside environment means mosquitoes can be quite active, particularly during peak summer months.

Natural Features and SceneryThe campground's crown jewel is the natural swimming hole formed where Vincent Creek flows into the crystalline Smith River. Watch the two waterways merge as you relax on the banks or take a refreshing dip in the clear, pooling waters. Dense forest encircles the campsites while an open meadow stretches behind, giving you room to pitch your tent, toss a frisbee, or simply spread out and enjoy the serene landscape.

Scenic ViewsDirect river views from campsites overlooking the Smith River and the Vincent Creek confluence.

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Stay Limit

2week limit reported

Amenities available

Vault (pit) restroom(s), picnic tables, metal fire rings and BBQ grills. No drinking (potable) water or showers on site. Sources note limited services and minimal infrastructure; no information is provided about hookups, dump station, flush toilets, or Wi‑Fi.

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Vault toilets

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Activities you can enjoy

Riverfront access to the Smith River and the mouth of Vincent Creek provides opportunities for swimming, wading and fishing; picnicking and wildlife viewing are commonly mentioned. No formal trail or boating infrastructure is documented.

Fishing

Swimming

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Policies & Safety

Hazards & AlertsNo drinking water available on site; heavy mosquitoes have been reported; river/swimming hazards inherent to riverfront sites; limited cell reception reported by some visitors.

No Potable WaterThis campground does not have potable water on-site. Bring all the water you need for drinking, cooking, and cleaning.

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4.2

21 reviews

Satisfactory

Vincent Creek Campground is satisfactory, placing it in the bottom 60% of campgrounds based on reviews

Visitor sentiment is generally very positive: reviewers emphasize the peaceful, scenic river setting, clean pit restrooms, and good swimming and fishing access. Common logistical drawbacks noted are limited services (no potable water or showers), seasonal/occasional closures, and bugs/county cell coverage issues.

Review Summaries

Based on 21 reviews

What Campers Love

Quiet, uncrowded riverfront campsites; clear water and a popular small swimming hole; clean pit toilets; roomy sites and a large field for tents/activities; free/no‑host camping.

Based on 21 reviews

Common Concerns

Multiple reviewers mention the campground is very remote (no cell service, about 45 minutes to town), has few sites and can be closed seasonally (several reviews report arriving to find it closed)....

Based on 21 reviews

Site-Specific Reviews

Most comments describe tent-friendly, flat sites with fire pits and a large field for tents/games (one review estimates 5–6 camp spots). Several reviewers emphasize direct river access. There is...

Based on 21 reviews

Pro Tips & Recommendations

Bring all drinking water and insect repellent, pack out trash, arrive early due to only about five sites, and plan for primitive conditions. If traveling with a large RV, some visitors use a gravel...

Based on 21 reviews

Seasonal Insights

Yes — several reviewers report the campground is only open several months a year and cite occasions when it was closed (one review: “Never open in the fall,” another: “This campground is closed.,...

Based on 21 reviews

Camper Quotes

Clean bathrooms; Beautiful, rural camping with fantastic swimming; Peaceful, private.

Based on 21 reviews

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Go if

Tent campers who haul their own water and want a quiet riverfront spot with real swimming will find this hard to beat in summer. Only five sites means arriving early matters, and the Smith River access is right there.

Skip if

RVs and trailers don't fit the actual campground sites. No water, no trash service, no cell signal, and a 45-minute drive to Florence adds up fast if you forgot something. Mosquitoes can be relentless mid-summer near the creek.

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