Detroit Lake State Recreation Area
Also known as Detroit Lake State Park
- Status
- Open (per official listing)
- Entrance fee
- Statewide rule — see below
- Day-use reservations
- Not required
- Dogs
- Statewide rule — see below
- Camping
- Yes
- Official site
- stateparks.oregon.gov(503) 854-3766
Official page last checked Oct 29, 2026. How we keep this current
Current alerts 2
Alert General advisoryA drawdown at Detroit Reservoir will start after Nov. 1, 2026. USACE will use forecast data to identify ideal conditions to start the drawdown any… (more)
A drawdown at Detroit Reservoir will start after Nov. 1, 2026. USACE will use forecast data to identify ideal conditions to start the drawdown any time after Nov. 1 but before Dec. 31. More information can be found on USACE's website.
Posted by the park 2026-11-01. Official alert
Alert General advisoryThis park is within the Marion County permanent quarantine zone for all ash, olive, and white fringe tree materials. These tree materials, including… (more)
This park is within the Marion County permanent quarantine zone for all ash, olive, and white fringe tree materials. These tree materials, including firewood, must stay within the county where they were collected to help slow the spread of the emerald ash borer, a highly invasive insect, sighted in this county. Help protect our forests by following these firewood tips: • Buy firewood local to your campsite: Choose firewood harvested within 10 miles of your destination or buy certified heat-treated firewood. • Avoid transporting restricted wood: Do not bring ash, olive, or white fringe tree materials into any Oregon State Park even if it’s within the same quarantine area. When in doubt about the tree species, leave it out. Learn more about the quarantine and emerald ash borer.
Posted by the park 2024-09-03. Official alert
Overview
Detroit Lake State Recreation Area is a recreation area in Marion County, about 15 miles east of Mill City.
Popular activities here are boating, swimming, wildlife watching, fishing, and picnicking. Facilities for water recreation include a boat ramp. Overnight options include campsites, with RV sites with full hookups, tent sites, and showers.
Hours
Park, gate, office and facility hours are listed separately because they often differ. Alerts above override normal hours.
| Facility | Days | Hours | Season |
|---|---|---|---|
| The park’s wording doesn’t give clock times — see the official wording below. | |||
Official wording
Open for day use: year round Open for camping: year round
Source: official park page, checked Oct 29, 2026. Times are local to the park (America/Los Angeles).
Pets
Pets must be physically restrained (held or on a leash no longer than six feet) except in designated off-leash areas or inside a vehicle, tent or pet-friendly yurt/cabin; owners pick up after pets.
Statewide rule from Oregon's park system (source). This park’s page doesn’t state its own pet rules, so check for local restrictions.
Fees and passes
'Oregon State Parks waives day-use parking fees at more than 150 parks'. Campers' receipts count as a permit. Oregon Coast Passports sold in 2026 are not accepted.
Statewide fee rule from Oregon's park system; this park’s page doesn’t list its own fees.
Oregon park passes
- 12-month day-use parking permit — $60 Oregon residents; $75 non-residents. Day-use parking at parks that require a day-use parking permit Details
- Daily parking permit — $10 per day per vehicle (residents); $12 (non-residents). Parking for the day at any state park that requires a day-use parking permit Details
From the Oregon state guide. Confirm which passes this park accepts.
Reservations
- Day use
- Not required
- Camping
- Not required
- Booking system
- ReserveAmerica (oregonstateparks.reserveamerica.com)
- Phone
- 800-452-5687
If you're staying in the campground between May and September, you can rent a paddlecraft for same-day use at the Visitor Center on a first-come, first-served basis.
We link to the official booking system rather than showing live availability, which changes minute to minute.
Camping
| Campground or site type | Sites | Hookups / features | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Campground Details • 6 mini cabins (sleeps 3, heater, microwave, mini fridge) Four open Oct. 1–April 30; two remain open until May 31.
• 107 full-hookup sites
• 68 electrical sites with water
• 96 tent sites with water nearby
• Flush toilets and hot showers
• Swimming areas
• Firewood for sale
• Universal Access: Eight campsites are accessible to campers with disabilities.
If you're staying in the campground between May and September, you can rent a paddlecraft for same-day use at the Visitor Center on a first-come, first-served basis. Rentals are available for one to four hours and come with a lifejacket and… | — | 107 full-hookup sites; 68 electrical sites with waterShowers | — |
Camping details from the park
Year-round Camping
Reserve campsites up to six months in advance at oregonstateparks.reserveamerica.com. Note: the area around the park sustained significant damage in the Sept. 2020 Santiam Canyon wildfires.
Campground Details
- 6 mini cabins (sleeps 3, heater, microwave, mini fridge) Four open Oct. 1–April 30; two remain open until May 31.
- 107 full-hookup sites
- 68 electrical sites with water
- 96 tent sites with water nearby
- Flush toilets and hot showers
- Swimming areas
- Firewood for sale
- Universal Access: Eight campsites are accessible to campers with disabilities.
If you're staying in the campground between May and September, you can rent a paddlecraft for same-day use at the Visitor Center on a first-come, first-served basis. Rentals are available for one to four hours and come with a lifejacket and safety whistle.
- Single kayak: $15
- Tandem kayak: $20
- Stand-up paddle board (SUP): $15
Note: Be sure to check the Visitor Center hours posted at the booth, woodshed, or entrance to the visitor center, as hours may vary.
Is there cable TV hookups at the campground?
No.
How many vehicles can we have at the campground?
Detroit Lake SRA campground has a strict vehicle policy, allowing a MAXIMUM of two vehicles per campsite. Only one vehicle is included with standard camp fees. A second vehicle kept at a campsite (or alternate parking area) is subject to a extra vehicle fee, paid upon arrival at the park. The extra vehicle fee is $10 per night.
Is there a dump station at the campground?
No, there is not a dump station at the campground. You will have to get one of the full hookup (power, sewer, water) sites if you need sewer. The dump station at Fisherman's Bend Campground, approximately 20 miles west of Detroit Lake Campground, is CLOSED INDEFINITELY. The nearest dumpstations are Salem or Sisters, approximately 55 miles away east or west.
Can RV campers use the non-hook up tent sites?
RV campers can use the non-hook up tent sites but there are length limits on most tent areas.
Can tent campers camp in a hookup site?
Yes, but they will pay the hookup site fee from May 1 to September 30. In the off season when all the tent sites are closed you will only be charged the tent site price if not using hook-ups.
If I am not camping, can I come into the campground to fish, swim, have a lunch or launch my boat?
No. The campground is for campers only. The Detroit Lake State Park Mongold Day-use Area is located 1.5 miles west of the campground. Mongold has several picnic areas, a swimming area and a boat launch. There are several areas around the lake to fish.
Can I use a metal detector at Detroit campground?
No.
From the official park page, checked Oct 29, 2026. Site counts and prices can change; confirm when booking.
Things to do
BoatingWildlife viewing and birdingFishingSwimmingPicnickingCamping
Swimming
Where can I swim?
The lakes and rivers found within Oregon State Parks are open to unsupervised swimming. You are responsible for your own safety. Before you enter the water, you should judge your swimming skills against possible strong currents, cold water, underwater objects and steep drop-offs. Remember, that many of our natural bodies of water and man-made reservoirs are filled by snow runoff and remain cold year round. Please bring and wear a personal flotation device and swim with a buddy.
Amenities
Facilities
- Restrooms
- Flush toilets
- Showers
- Picnic areas
- Playground
- Nature center or museum
- Amphitheater
Water
- Boat ramp
Camping
- Tent camping
- RV camping
- Electric hookups
- Water hookups
- Sewer hookups
✓ listed by the park · ✕ the park says it is not available. Anything not shown here isn’t mentioned by the official source — that means unknown, not unavailable.
Accessibility
This page offers images of Detroit Lake State Recreation Area with descriptions of accessible areas. Our hope is that this information will help you as you plan your trip here and that you can determine whether the park's facilities meets your accessibility needs.
Accessible amenities: Hot Shower, Wildlife, Fishing, Restrooms Flush, Camping
Official accessibility information
Conditions change. Contact the park to confirm specific accessible features before your visit.
Rules and permits
Are generators allowed?
No.
Getting there
- Nearest town
- Mill City — about 15 mi east (straight line)
- Coordinates
- 44.7300, -122.1766
- Phone
- (503) 854-3766
Nearby state parks
Sources and freshness
- Oregon State Parks — park page — last checked Oct 29, 2026; page says updated Sep 11, 2026
- Oregon State Parks park finder JSON (services/park.cfc?method=getAll), used by the Find a Park page
- Wikidata
“Last checked” is when our system last read the official source. No change has been detected since this page was first published. Hours, fees and rules can change without notice — confirm with the park before you go. Methodology