Park Location – Hwy. 20 east of Sweet Home, Oregon on the South Santiam River

Park Usage – Open from May to September

About the Park

While the park is quite large, there are thirteen first come, first served campsites and ten reservable sites, making this a great spot for an intimate getaway. The campground, group tent sites, and east picnic area are open the beginning of May to the end of September. The west picnic area is open year-round.

A three-quarter mile trail leads to the spectacular Soda Creek Falls. A newer trail ushers you through historic Douglas-fir trees along the South Santiam River (a good place to fish and swim). Ruts from the historic Santiam Wagon Road are visible in the park (the trail was used as a military route in the 1800’s).

Cascadia County Park will close, for the fall/winter, as of September 24, 2023.  We will open for the 2024 camping season on Friday, May 10, 2024.

Camping Fees & Map

Check-in: after 2:00 p.m.     |     Check out: before 12:00 p.m.

  • Thirteen first come, first serve non-hookup sites (maximum site length 35 feet, 2 vehicle maximum)
  • Ten reservable sites, non-hookup sites (maximum site length 35 feet, 2 vehicle maximum)
  • Two reservable group tent areas
  • Two reservable group picnic areas with covered kitchen shelters and electricity
  • Large open play meadow
  • Off-leash pet exercise area

Camping Fees

  • Non-hookup site:     $28/night  |  limit 8 people/ 1 RV/ 2 tents
  • Extra vehicle:            $7/night

Campground Map

Group Camping

Cascadia Group Camps: A & B

    • There are two group camps at Cascadia: A and B
    • Limit 2 RV’s, 6 vehicles, and 25 people per group.
    • Each group is $100/night + $50 non-refundable reservation fee
    • To reserve either group, call the office at 541.967.3917.

Day-use Shelters

[   To reserve a picnic area call the Linn County Parks office at 541.967.3917   ]

Group Picnic Area A & B

  • $50 non-refundable reservation fee   |   50 people max
  • Very shaded area surrounded by Douglas Fir trees
  • Includes a kitchenette with electrical plug-ins and a water spigot

 

**Please note that a special-use permit form is required if you plan on any large structures such as; bouncy castles, stages, an event tent, portable toilets, etc in our parks. You will be required to provide insurance for these items.

 

History

Land was acquired from various owners between 1941 and 1980. The original purchase included the old Geisendorfer property with a soda spring and hotel site. Later, some property was exchanged with Timber Service Company (Hill Estate) for land at Cape Lookout. In the early 1900’s it was a well-known resort and watering spot.

  • Acreage: 253.55
  • Annual overnight attendance: 6,596
  • Annual day-use attendance: 120,640

Reservation Changes and Cancellations

  • Reservation Changes & Cancellation Policies:
    • Cancellations within 4 days of scheduled arrival will not receive a refund.
    • Cancellations within 5-14 days of scheduled arrival will be refunded all but reservation fees ($12) and the 1st night camping fee.
    • Cancellations of overnight stays made 15 or more days in advance of your scheduled arrival date will be refunded all but the reservation fee ($12).
    • Early departures are non-refundable.

    Reservations of six or more nights:

    • Changes to your arrival date will be charged the nightly rate plus a $12 change fee. No refunds will be given and all fees for overnight stays will be retained.
    • Early departures: Shortening of the departure date will incur a $12 reservation change fee. The nightly camping fees for the night dropped will be refunded.
    • There are no additional fees to extend your arrival or departure date.

    Group site cancellation:

    • Cancellations made 31 days or more in advance will be refunded all but the $50 reservation fee.
    • Cancellations made within 15-30 days of arrival date will be refunded all but the $50 reservation fee and 1st night camping fee.
    • Cancellations made within 14 days of scheduled arrival will not receive a refund.
    • Early departures are non-refundable.