Thursday, August 15, 2013

Valley of the Rogue State Park Campground







Pictured is entrance to the Valley of the Rogue State Park Campground







Brief description:  An Oregon State Campground situated right off of Interstate 5 right near the town of Gold Hill at exit 45B, which is located between Medford and Grants Pass, Oregon.  The campground has shaded and sunny areas and is situated right along a three mile stretch of the  Rogue River.

Open Dates:  Open year round; from October 1 to April 30 reduced rates are usually in effect.

Number of Campsites:  88 full hook up sites, 59 electrical sites with water, 21 tent sites and 6 yurts available.  At least one campsite is accessible to campers with disabilities.

Length of Stay:  14 consecutive days

Fees:  Rates are subject to change.  Get up to date information by calling (800) 551-6949. 

Affiliation:  Oregon State Park system. 

Location/Address:  Adjacent to Interstate 5 at exit 45B between Medford, Oregon and Grants Pass, Oregon.  Approximately 12 miles southeast of Grants Pass.

Elevation:  Approximately 1,050 feet.
  
Contact Information: 

Valley of the Rogue State Park
3792 N. River Road
Gold Hill, OR  97525
(541) 582-3128

Amenities:
  • Paved parking
  • Picnic tables
  • Fire rings
  • Meeting Hall
  • Flush toilets, hot showers
  • Laundry facilities in two loops
  • Firewood for sale
  • RV dump station
  • Full hook-ups
  • Tent only sites
  • Sites with electrical and water
  • Hiking trails along river
  • 3 miles of river access for fishing
  • Boat ramp
  • Sand volleyball court
  • Horseshoe pits
  • Interpretive programs during the summer


General Description:  Three miles of shaded green frontage property on the scenic Rogue River, great for fishing, boating, and camping.  Even though it is adjacent to the interstate freeway, a large berm runs along the front of the campground and effectively buffets freeway noise from the campground.  This stop is very convenient when traveling along the interstate.  There is also a day use area and roadside rest stop located at the same exit.



Nearby Services:  (groceries, medical, etc.)  Full services in Grants Pass 12 miles north and full trauma emergency services in Medford 20 miles south.  Eateries and small groceries are available in Gold Hill, or the small town of Rogue River as well as all services in Grants Pass and Medford, Oregon.

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