| Alt Names |
Browns 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 althoug 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. 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 the turns are not well banked, so the trails didn't have 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 woods riding. Call (503) 359-7463 for trail conditions and closure info.
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| LOCATION |
| Nearest City |
Forest Grove, OR |
| GPS Coordinates |
N 45º 37.231' W 123º 22.628' |
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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 |
| AREA TYPE |
| Area Type |
Trail |
| 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 Terrain |
Some |
| Amateur Terrain |
Mostly |
| Expert Terrain |
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 |
| Comment |
some trails closed periodically for logging, maintenence, or fire season |
| FEES |
| Parking Fee |
No ($0.00)
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| Entry Fee |
No ($0.00)
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| Riding Fee |
No ($0.00)
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| Camping Fee |
Yes Tent: $10.00 RV: $10.00 Addtl. Vehicle: $2.00
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| Comment |
self-pay stations |
| KEY SERVICES |
| First Aid |
Nearest City |
| Gasoline |
NSL |
| Diesel |
NSL |
| Water |
On Site |
| RV Hookup |
Nearest City |
| RV Disposal |
Nearest City |
| Campground |
On Site |
| Conv Store |
NSL |
| Swim Area |
Forest Grove, OR |
| Water Body |
Forest Grove, OR |
| 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 egov.oregon.gov
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| Browns campground. |
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| Trying to climb this gravel pit is quite the challenge. |
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| Most of the trails are fairly smooth. |
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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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