Coolwater Campground, Little River
Creek · Oregon
About this swimming hole
A seven-site Forest Service campground tucked in the Little River valley where fishing and swimming are the whole point of the stay. It sits close to Grotto Falls and the Tiller-area trailheads, making it a good base for a waterfall-and-swim weekend.
Good to know
| Water type | Creek |
|---|---|
| Water temperature | 60-65 in summer |
| Best season | July-September |
| Fees | camping fee |
| Reservations required | No |
| Hours | daylight hours |
| Parking | campground lot; first-come sites |
| Amenities | vault toilet, campground |
| County | Douglas County |
| Nearest town | Glide |
| Safety notes | no lifeguard; remote; no hookups or drinking water |
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Official information
Official park / agency page ↗ — check current conditions, fees, and reservations here before you go.
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Frequently asked questions
Does Coolwater Campground, Little River require reservations?
No reservations are required at Coolwater Campground, Little River based on current information — but verify before you go.
Is there a fee to visit Coolwater Campground, Little River?
Reported fee info: camping fee. Fees can change — confirm with the official link.
When is the best time to visit Coolwater Campground, Little River?
The best season is typically July-September.
⚠️ Verify before you go. Conditions, fees, reservations, and access can change — confirm details with the official link before visiting. Last verified: September 2026