Canton Creek Campground | Swimming, Hiking, & Camping

Canton Creek Campground is a relatively small campground located within the boundaries of the Umpqua National Forest where Canton Creek flows into Steamboat Creek, just a half-mile before Steamboat Creek enters the North Umpqua River.

The Canton Creek Day-Use and Campground Area is a great destination for visitors who interested in a variety of outdoor activities such as swimming, hiking, mountain biking, whitewater rafting, picnicking, and sunbathing.

The campground offers five campsites with fire rings and tables for picnicking. There is also a covered pavilion for day visitors with picnic tables and grills. The campground has a bathroom with a flush toilet and running water, but it is not wheelchair accessible. Two water spigots are located on both ends of the campsite.

Surrounded by large rocks and rock ledges, a deep swimming hole is located just a few yards downstream from the confluence of the creeks. The water is warm during the summer months and comfortable for swimming from June through August.

A swimming pool is easily accessible from the campground and day-use parking area. From the parking, walk upstream to the covered picnic gazebo and metal construction that used to measure water levels in the creek.

Another great site with opportunities for swimming and cliff jumping, Little Falls is located o.7 miles upstream.

There are three hiking trails, 7.5 miles in total. The trails provide excellent opportunities for mountain bikers, hikers, and equestrians to enjoy their favorite activities in the impressive scenery of the Umpqua National Forest.

Fuller Lake Trail (#1543)

Easy | 5.2 miles out & back | 200 feet elevation gain

Located within Bulldog Roadless Recreation Area. The trail leads to Fuller Lake which is often stocked with Eastern brook and rainbow trout. There are huckleberries in August. Free overnight camping is available. The trail can be used for hiking, mountain biking, and horse riding.

Directions

Bulldog Rock Trail (#1534)

Difficult | 5.2 miles out & back | 500 feet elevation gain

Located within Bulldog Roadless Recreation Area. Travel through Bullpup Lake, rock outcropping, meadows, and blue huckleberries in the late summer. The trail is open for hiking, mountain biking, horse riding, and OHV motorcycle riding. Camping is available near the South Trailhead.

Directions

Wild Rose Trail (#1535)

Moderate | 2.4 miles out & back | 400 feet elevation gain

The high elevation trail (5,000 feet) connects the Wild Rose campground and Illahee Rock Lookout. The trail is open for hiking, mountain biking, horse riding, and OHV motorcycle riding.

Directions

Open: May 16 - October
Managed by: US Forest Service
Location: Umpqua National Forest

Services: Flush toilet, drinking water, covered picnic pavilion, no garbage disposal
Activities: Swimming, hiking, picnicking

Distance from the trailhead: Short
Road access: Any passenger vehicle
Day-use fees: Free
Popularity: Moderate
Restrictions: No fishing, no mining

Accommodations: 5 campsites with picnic tables and fire pits, reservation through recreation.gov is highly recommended

Elevation (waterfall): 1,150 ft (351 m)

Steamboat Falls is located:

39 miles east of Roseburg
106 miles southeast of Eugene
136 miles north of Medford
137 miles southwest of Bend.

Swimming hole rating: 4 out of 5
Body of Water: Creek
Water quality: Transparent
Current: Light to moderate
Depth: Deep and shallow
Beach: Cliffs, rock slabs
Water T° (summer): Cool (70°F in August)