A gray 4x4 Sprinter with a roof rack on a two-track through a wildflower meadow, cloud sitting on the mountains behind.

Forest Service campground

Grayback Campground

Forest Service campground in Rogue River-Siskiyou National Forest, Josephine County, Oregon. In the Cave Junction area.

Managed by
Forest Service Rogue River-Siskiyou National Forest
Sites
39 39 standard non-electric
Hookups
None listed
Reservations
Recreation.gov

Overview

This campground is located in a beautiful forested setting, with the Oregon Caves National Momunent located approximately 5 miles further down the road. Several of the campsites are located along Sucker Creek, which also provides cool waters to jump in or just soak your feet in on hot summer days. Revel in the amazing biodiversity that is so unique to the Illinois Valley by venturing out on the 1-mile, family-friendly Grayback Interpretive Trail that leads to Grayback Creek and around the historical Civilian Conservation Corps camp at the Cedar Guard Station.

There is a pleasant day use area with a small amphitheater and a large picnic area, complete with shelters and a fireplace.

Recreation

There is hiking, swimming and fishing available at the campground.

Facilities

39 campsites (tent-sites) with picnic tables, and fire pits

10 day use sites

Drinking water

Vault toilets

Garbage disposal

Campground host available

Amphitheater style benches with a small stage

Natural Features

Campground features scenic access to Sucker Creek and Grayback Creek, including a popular swimming hole. The area is surrounded by old-growth forests, wildflower-rich riparian zones, and the Grayback Interpretive Trail, with the Oregon Caves National Monument located only 5 miles away.

Nearby Attractions

Oregon Caves National Momunent located approximately 5 miles further down the road.

The description, directions and fees are the Forest Service’s own words, from its record on Recreation.gov.

What people do here

  • camping
  • hiking
  • picnicking
  • swimming
  • water access

The federal record has no coordinates for this campground, so it is listed under Cave Junction and left off the map rather than placed by guesswork. Use the directions above.

Source: Recreation Information Database (Recreation.gov), record updated June 23, 2026. Elevation from the USGS 3D Elevation Program. Seasons, fees, water and fire rules change; the managing office has the final word.