Natural swimming hole

Coolwater Campground, Little River

Creek · Oregon

About this swimming hole

A seven-site Forest Service campground tucked in the Little River valley where fishing and swimming are the whole point of the stay. It sits close to Grotto Falls and the Tiller-area trailheads, making it a good base for a waterfall-and-swim weekend.

Good to know

Water typeCreek
Water temperature60-65 in summer
Best seasonJuly-September
Feescamping fee
Reservations requiredNo
Hoursdaylight hours
Parkingcampground lot; first-come sites
Amenitiesvault toilet, campground
CountyDouglas County
Nearest townGlide
Safety notesno lifeguard; remote; no hookups or drinking water

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Official information

Official park / agency page ↗ — check current conditions, fees, and reservations here before you go.

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Frequently asked questions

Can you swim in Coolwater Campground, Little River?

Yes — Coolwater Campground, Little River is listed as a natural swimming spot in Oregon. Reported water temperature: 60-65 in summer. Heads-up: no lifeguard; remote; no hookups or drinking water. There are rarely lifeguards at natural swimming holes — verify conditions locally before you go.

Does Coolwater Campground, Little River require reservations?

No reservations are required at Coolwater Campground, Little River based on current information — but verify before you go.

Is there a fee to visit Coolwater Campground, Little River?

Reported fee info: camping fee. Fees can change — confirm with the official link.

When is the best time to visit Coolwater Campground, Little River?

The best season is typically July-September.

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Verify before you go. Conditions, fees, reservations, and access can change — confirm details with the official link before visiting. Last verified: September 2026