Willamette National Forest

Salt Creek Falls at Willamette National Forest is an absolute gem! The hiking trail to the main viewpoint is paved and fairly easy, making it accessible for all levels. There’s plenty of parking, and I really appreciated the designated picnic areas—spacious, peaceful, and even wheelchair accessible. It’s both kid-friendly and dog-friendly (just remember to keep your pups leashed and happy!). The waterfall itself is stunning and powerful—photos don’t do it justice. This spot is a reminder of how beautiful and refreshing nature can be. Just a friendly reminder: please pick up after yourselves. Let’s keep this area clean so that others can enjoy the same serene and gorgeous experience. Highly recommend stopping here if you’re in the area!

Camped at Black Canyon. We were on the road side, so it was loud, but definitely private on that side. Tons or spaces and beautiful river at the day use area. Even got to see a kayaking club set out for their adventure

Even after the fires Blue River is a exceptional place to visit. This was my first visit we stayed at a non pay camp site. I feel in love.

Very well preserved.They're still doing work.They're doing fantastic job.Thank you guys very much for everything.You guys are doing keep up the great work for us tourists. Even though From california..lol

Very dog friendly. Trails are well maintained, though they can get a little mucky. The scenic viewpoints and abundant water features are absolutely stunning. (Saw 4 lakes in less than an hour driving.) Outhouse is what you'd expect from remote forest locations. Even so, they could probably clear the spider webs a bit more frequently. (My arachnophobic kids refused to enter)

If you're interested in gold prospecting. Then head up quartzville backwoods byway out of sweet home Oregon.

Such a beautiful, beautiful place. A lot of people did come to see the hot springs, but there is way more campsites down there than anyone would expect. At least 15. It was really clean. Really beautiful and peaceful. I hope it's the same way next time I go back 💯💟

amtrack trains cut though this forest THE WILLAMETTE NATIONAL FOREST on route south and north ....its beautiful views from Coaststarlight amtrack at dinner times sunset here

Although it was / is raining, the scenery is wonderful; the running river, the beautiful trees , the quaint towns on either end. If you love peaceful contemplation you will find the trails to be a perfect elexair.

Mountains, forests, lakes, streams, rivers, waterfalls, birds, fish, trails, campgrounds ... This huge National Forest has them all, and lots of them. The people are friendly. The few restaurants have good food. The roads are busy, winding around the hills, but well kept. If you're a camper, kayaker, fisherman, this is a go to place.