| Alt Names |
Brown's Camp, Rogers Camp, Horse Camp, University Falls, Forest Grove, Tillamook State Forest, Scoggins Creek Rd, Beaver Dam Rd, Lyda Camp, Firebreak Five, Stagecoach Horsecamp |
| DESCRIPTION |
This is the eastern most OHV campground in the Tillamook State Forest and is the recommended staging area for novice and amateur OHV riders.
The area provides many types of fun trails, secluded campsites right on the banks of the creek and plenty of shade. The creek that flows through the campground is shallow and sometimes a little muddy/cloudy, and although the sharp rocks don't make it very suitable for swimming, it's deep enough do a little wading to cool off. (There is a popular swimming area down the road at the entrance to Diamond Mill OHV Area)
Most of the trails here are looped, and are marked and rated for difficulty, but bring a GPS/Radio unit anyway. There are a number of runs that are twisty and narrow, and most would also be plenty wide enough for ATVs. The trails also seemed split when necessary to offer an easy way around the deep rutted or technical spots. Our only complaint might be that most of the turns are not well banked, so the trails didn't have a very good flow for faster riding, but that may have changed since we last visited and overall it was still very fun. Browns Camp is a great choice if you like easy woods riding. Call (503) 359-7463 for trail conditions and closure info. Campground Map.
Trail Map... Directions... Nearby Trails...
***ANNOUNCEMENTS*** (May 2012)
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| LOCATION |
| Nearest City |
Forest Grove, OR |
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From: Portland, OR
1) US 20 west toward Forest Grove
2) State Hwy 6 west to mile post 33
3) Just past mile post 33 turn left (south) on Beaver Dam Rd.
4) Follow signs to Browns Camp or Rogers Camp.
Browns Camp: has camping & day use areas and is mostly OHV users. 29 campsites $10/day all along the creek w/ picnic tables & fire rings
Rogers Camp: multiple users including horseback & mountain bikers |
| QUALITY |
| Pros |
secluded, campsite right on the bank of the creek, easy trails, most trails loop, all trails marked |
| Cons |
trails not banked well, not good flow, lots of sharp loose rocks |
| Rating |
 Very Good
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| Recommended Stay |
1-2 Days
Spring/Fall |
| TERRAIN |
| Square Miles |
31 |
| Miles Of Trail |
50 |
| Climate Type |
Forest |
| Elevation |
1500 to 2500 ft. |
| Trail Maintenance |
Marked, Rated, Heavily Maintained |
| Loose Dirt |
 Some |
| Hard Pack |
 Mostly |
| Sand |
 None |
| Mud |
Some |
| Dust |
Mostly |
| Rocks |
Some |
| Trees |
 All |
| Steep Hills |
 Few |
| Water Crossings |
Some |
| Small Jumps |
Few |
| Large Jumps |
None |
| Berms |
Some |
| Sand/Gravel Pits |
Few |
| Single Track |
Few |
| Roads |
Some |
| Intersections |
Few |
| Rider Traffic |
Few |
| Shade |
 Many |
| Ranges/Gunfire |
Few |
| Hazards |
Few |
 Novice |
Some |
 Amateur |
Mostly |
 Expert |
None |
| Comment |
mostly moderate & easy trails, all trails marked & rated, some one-way trails |
| REGULATIONS |
| Permit Required |
Yes |
| Dates Open |
spring, summer, fall (Riding is discouraged during rainy season. Call (503) 359-7463 for trail conditions and closure info.) |
| Spark Arrestor |
Yes |
| Noise Limit |
Yes (99 dB) |
| Night Riding |
Yes |
| Flags |
Not Required |
| Two Strokes |
No Restriction |
| Cross Country |
Prohibited |
| ATVs |
No Restriction |
| UTVs |
No Restriction |
| 4x4s (registered) |
Some Areas |
| Unregistered Cars/4x4s/Buggies |
Some Areas |
| Bicycles |
Some Areas |
| Hiking |
Some Areas |
| Horseback |
Some Areas |
| Camping |
Some Areas |
| Campfires |
Some Areas |
| Alcohol |
No Restriction |
| Fireworks |
Prohibited |
| Firearms |
Some Areas |
| Law Enforcement |
Few/Periodic |
| Insurance |
| Comment |
some trails closed periodically for logging, maintenence, or fire season |
| FEES |
| Parking |
No ($0.00)
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| Entry |
No ($0.00)
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| Riding |
No ($0.00)
|
| Camping |
Yes
Tent: $10.00
RV: $10.00
Addtl. Vehicle: $2.00
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| Comment |
self-pay stations |
| KEY SERVICES |
 First Aid |
5-20 Miles (SE) |
 Gasoline |
5-20 Miles (E) |
| Diesel |
5-20 Miles (E) |
 Water |
On Site |
 RV Hookup |
20-30 Miles (SE) |
 RV Disposal |
5-20 Miles (SW) |
 Campground |
On Site |
 Conv Store |
5-20 Miles (E) |
 Swim Area |
5-20 Miles (SW) |
 Water Body |
On Site |
 Boat Ramp |
20-30 Miles (SE) |
| CONTACTS |
| Contact Info |
Oregon Department of Forestry - Forest Grove District
801 Gales Creek Rd.
Forest Grove, OR 97116
(503) 357-2191
(503) 359-7401
awhite@odf.state.or.us
wauble@odf.state.or.us
www.oregon.gov
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| Browns Camp OHV Area Trail Photo |
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| Browns Camp OHV Area Trail Photo |
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| This is what some of the ride is like. |
| Browns Camp OHV Area Trail Photo |
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| The entrance to Browns Campground. |
| Browns Camp OHV Area Trail Photo |
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| You can expect to see stuff like this. |
| Browns Camp OHV Area Trail Photo |
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| Riding the terrain from this area. |
| Browns Camp OHV Area Trail Photo |
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| Trying to climb this gravel pit is quite the challenge. |
| Browns Camp OHV Area Trail Photo |
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| Trails are marked, rated and form nice long loops. |
| Browns Camp OHV Area Trail Photo |
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| Most of the trails are rut-free however the few that are in the area have bypasses. |
| Browns Camp OHV Area Trail Photo |
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| Most of the trails are fairly smooth. |
| Browns Camp OHV Area Trail Photo |
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| You can see the terrain here. |
| Browns Camp OHV Area Trail Photo |
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| Trails are mostly smooth and rock-free. |
| Browns Camp OHV Area Trail Photo |
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| Some sections are a little rough but nothing too difficult. |
| Browns Camp OHV Area Trail Photo |
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| This is what the trail is like in some parts. |
| Browns Camp OHV Area Trail Photo |
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| The trails are a lot of fun! |
| Browns Camp OHV Area Trail Photo |
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| Overall, not too shabby. |
| Browns Camp OHV Area Trail Photo |
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| During the summer months this is an active quarry. Most other times it's used as a shooting range, so avoid this area. |
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