Openings · last 7 days
7
Booking reality
Campsite Sniper detected 7 site openings here in the last 7 days
01 · Detected Opening History · the openings record · file CS-233258
When RIVERSIDE AT DETROIT (Willamette National Forest, OR) reopens
RIVERSIDE AT DETROIT (Willamette National Forest, OR)'s openings record: every site-date Campsite Sniper detected turning available, logged and time-stamped. Refreshed hourly.
Openings · last 30 days
11
Openings · last 90 days
11
Only 11 openings in the last 90 days: not enough recent activity for a reliable pattern. A free Campsite Sniper alert watches around the clock instead, and pings you the moment one opens.
02 · Availability Outlook · Sep 18 – Sep 26, 2026 · of 37 monitored sites
Of the 315 tracked site-nights (Sep 18 – Sep 26, 2026): 140 open for online reservation · 37 reserved · 138 on sites not offered for online reservation (first-come, first-served or administrative). Of the facility's 37 monitored sites, 26 can be reserved online and 9 are first-come, first-served (2 closed).
Where the open windows are
55.6% of tracked site-nights are not currently open for online reservation. 140 of 315 remain open; here is where they are.
Load status
Sep 18 – Sep 26, 2026Not open online55.6%
Open site-nights140 / 315
Reserved (of online inventory)37 / 177
Weekday openings100
Weekend openings40
Of the open site-nights on mapped sites, 100 fall on weekdays and 40 on weekends (Fri–Sun).
Open dates by month
Sep 2026 – Sep 2026September holds the most room. 140 of 315 site-nights are still open there.
Holiday windows
Sites open per night · of 35 sites| Window | Night | Sites open | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Labor Day | SAT Sep 5 | 0 | None open |
| SUN Sep 6 | 0 | None open | |
| MON Sep 7 | 0 | None open |
Labor Day: no online availability on any tracked night.
Best-availability sites
Most open site-nights · tracked window| Site | Open site-nights |
|---|---|
| 001 | 6 |
| 002 | 6 |
| 009 | 6 |
| 013 | 6 |
| 014 | 6 |
The 5 sites with the most open site-nights in the current snapshot. Pair a bookable date with a free alert to cover everything else.
Next windows
As of Sep 18, 2026 snapshotNext open dateMon · Sep 21
Next open weekendFri · Sep 25
The next bookable night is Sep 21; the first open weekend starts Sep 25. Campsite Sniper can watch later dates for you.
Stays and site detail
140 open site-nights across 26 sites at RIVERSIDE AT DETROIT (Willamette National Forest, OR), from the same hourly snapshot as everything above.
Multi-night stays. 27 2-night, 26 3-night openings where a single site is free for every night, per Campsite Sniper's current snapshot — soonest Sep 21 at site 001.
RV length. Longest recorded site here is 55 ft. 23 sites take 25 ft, 9 sites take 35 ft, 4 sites take 40 ft.
All 26 sites with current availability
| Site | Max RV | Hookups | Open site-nights | Longest run | Dates |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 001 | 41 ft | None | 6 | 6 nights | Sep 21, Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 24, Sep 25, Sep 26 |
| 002 | 42 ft | None | 6 | 6 nights | Sep 21, Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 24, Sep 25, Sep 26 |
| 009 | 37 ft | None | 6 | 6 nights | Sep 21, Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 24, Sep 25, Sep 26 |
| 013 | 22 ft | None | 6 | 6 nights | Sep 21, Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 24, Sep 25, Sep 26 |
| 014 | 18 ft | None | 6 | 6 nights | Sep 21, Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 24, Sep 25, Sep 26 |
| 018 | 39 ft | None | 6 | 6 nights | Sep 21, Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 24, Sep 25, Sep 26 |
| 019 | 46 ft | None | 6 | 6 nights | Sep 21, Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 24, Sep 25, Sep 26 |
| 021 | 20 ft | None | 6 | 6 nights | Sep 21, Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 24, Sep 25, Sep 26 |
| 023 | 23 ft | None | 6 | 6 nights | Sep 21, Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 24, Sep 25, Sep 26 |
| 025 | 27 ft | None | 6 | 6 nights | Sep 21, Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 24, Sep 25, Sep 26 |
| 026 | 20 ft | None | 6 | 6 nights | Sep 21, Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 24, Sep 25, Sep 26 |
| 027 | 20 ft | None | 6 | 6 nights | Sep 21, Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 24, Sep 25, Sep 26 |
| 031 | 30 ft | None | 6 | 6 nights | Sep 21, Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 24, Sep 25, Sep 26 |
| 032 | 30 ft | None | 6 | 6 nights | Sep 21, Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 24, Sep 25, Sep 26 |
| 033 | 19 ft | None | 6 | 6 nights | Sep 21, Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 24, Sep 25, Sep 26 |
| 034 | 25 ft | None | 6 | 6 nights | Sep 21, Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 24, Sep 25, Sep 26 |
| 035 | 30 ft | None | 6 | 6 nights | Sep 21, Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 24, Sep 25, Sep 26 |
| 036 | 35 ft | None | 6 | 6 nights | Sep 21, Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 24, Sep 25, Sep 26 |
| 037 | 35 ft | None | 6 | 6 nights | Sep 21, Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 24, Sep 25, Sep 26 |
| 015 | 38 ft | None | 5 | 3 nights | Sep 21, Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 25, Sep 26 |
| 020 | 20 ft | None | 4 | 4 nights | Sep 21, Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 24 |
| 024 | 25 ft | None | 4 | 4 nights | Sep 21, Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 24 |
| 029 | 25 ft | None | 4 | 4 nights | Sep 21, Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 24 |
| 010 | 25 ft | None | 3 | 3 nights | Sep 21, Sep 22, Sep 23 |
| 028 | 55 ft | None | 3 | 3 nights | Sep 21, Sep 22, Sep 23 |
| 030 | 31 ft | None | 3 | 3 nights | Sep 21, Sep 22, Sep 23 |
About RIVERSIDE AT DETROIT (Willamette National Forest, OR)
Overview
Riverside Campground provides 32 single campsites that can accomodate trailers up to 24 feet in length, 1 double campsite. This campground has both reservable and FCFS campsites. The campground is situated with two main loops. All sites are equipped with picnic tables and fire rings. Water is provided via individual faucet risers located throughout the campground. There are three double-vault toilets located in accessible locations. Trash receptacles are located in the campground.
Campfires allowed until and unless otherwise posted. Fire bans are common during summer months. Please plan accordingly.
Scan and Pay might be offered at this campground; It is recommended that you pay by cash or check for FCFS campsites. There are no refunds, modifications, cancellations, or other fee changes allowed with FCFS payments. This system is the same as putting cash into a fee tube and cannot be refunded. Please download the Rec.Gov app prior to arriving at the campground as there may be no cellular service or very limited service at the campground. If no Scan & Pay option is available you must pay via cash or check.
Reservations for this site can be made up to 6 months in advance of arrival date by reserving online at RECREATION.GOV or by calling 877-444-6777.
Recreation
Anglers enjoy fishing for rainbow trout on the river. Among the many options for hiking and biking trails, the Mt. Jefferson-Pamelia Lake Trail Area is bound to please all types. Hikers looking for a challenging trail will enjoy the Minto Mountain Trail.
Facilities
This campground has 37 sites, 26 are reservable. The campground is comprised of two sections. The southeast (upriver) section has more secluded sites on a bluff overlooking the river. Northwest (downriver) sites have partial shade and a more open setting.
Drinking water spigots can be found throughout the campground. Waste gray water disposal sites are provided. Firewood is available for sale on-site.
Natural Features
Riverside is located along the North Fork Santiam River at an elevation of 2,400 feet. Surrounding vegetation includes hemlock, rhododendron and fern, among the towering conifers.
The campground is in the North Santiam Travel Corridor of the Willamette National Forest. The forest covers 1.6 million acres on the western slopes of the Cascade Range.
Nearby Attractions
The Marion Forks Fish Hatchery, along Marion and Horn Creeks, is an interesting place to visit. Here, visitors can see rainbow trout, summer steelhead and spring chinook being harvested.
37 monitored sites9 FCFS sitesRVs up to 55 ftNo hookups34 shadedWaterfrontRiverfrontPets OKFire pitsMax party 12
Getting there
From Detroit, OR, take Route 22 toward Sisters. Go 14.2 miles to the campground on right side of the road. From Sisters, head toward Detroit on Route 22. Go 43 miles to the campground on the left.
Detroit Ranger District, 44125 N. Santiam Hwy., Detroit, Or 97360, OR801-226-3564
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FAQ
How do I get a reservation at RIVERSIDE AT DETROIT (Willamette National Forest, OR)?
Reservations for RIVERSIDE AT DETROIT (Willamette National Forest, OR) are made through Recreation.gov. 140 of 315 tracked site-nights are currently open (44.4%). Campsite Sniper has also detected 11 site openings here in the last 90 days, so further dates may appear. Pick a site on the map to see its calendar, or set a free Campsite Sniper alert. You complete the reservation yourself on Recreation.gov.
Does Campsite Sniper book this campground for me?
No. Campsite Sniper sends alerts and direct Recreation.gov links. It never books, pays for, holds, hoards, or resells reservations.
How current is this availability data?
Campsite Sniper re-checks public Recreation.gov availability for this facility every hour and republishes whenever anything changes. This facility's data last changed at Sep 18, 2026 16:19 UTC; an older timestamp means nothing has changed since that time, not that checking stopped. Always confirm final availability on Recreation.gov when you book.
How often do new openings appear at RIVERSIDE AT DETROIT (Willamette National Forest, OR)?
Campsite Sniper detected 7 site-date openings at RIVERSIDE AT DETROIT (Willamette National Forest, OR) in the last 7 days, 11 over 30 days and 11 over the last 90.
Can I get a multi-night stay at RIVERSIDE AT DETROIT (Willamette National Forest, OR)?
26 three-night openings are showing, counting only runs where the SAME site is free for all three nights. The soonest starts Sep 21 at site 001. Confirm and book on Recreation.gov.
Which sites at RIVERSIDE AT DETROIT (Willamette National Forest, OR) fit a 35-foot RV?
9 of the 35 sites that support RV analysis have a recorded maximum of 35 ft or more; the longest recorded is 55 ft.
Which month has the most availability at RIVERSIDE AT DETROIT (Willamette National Forest, OR)?
September 2026, with 140 open site-nights in the current snapshot of 315.
When is the next open date at RIVERSIDE AT DETROIT (Willamette National Forest, OR)?
As of the Sep 18, 2026 snapshot: the next open date is Mon, Sep 21 and the next open weekend starts Fri, Sep 25. Detected openings can add earlier dates at any time; a free Campsite Sniper alert catches those the moment they appear.
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