Longbow Organizational Camp
About Longbow Organizational Camp
Longbow Organization Camp was built by the Civilian Conservation Corps in the 1930s. The historic campground provides a covered cooking area with a fireplace and six sleep shelters that face the beautiful South Santiam River. Longbow includes six alpine shelters that sleep a total of 48 people. All shelters are along the river. There is a covered cooking area and an amphitheater that seats 75 people. Firewood can be purchased onsite. Fishing and wading opportunities abound in the South Santiam River. Visitors interested in hiking can explore the Old Santiam Wagon Road. The historic trail was used to transport livestock east across the Cascade Mountains to central Oregon 's grasslands. For additional hiking options, head to the South Santiam and Gordon Lakes Trail Area.
Details
Fees: Overnight Use: Group Site: $225 per night (up to 50 people)
Location
Coordinates: 44.400500, -122.363600
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