Shotgun Creek Recreation Site
Photo: Recreation.gov (RIDB) / public domain- 2
- sites
- Jun–Sep
- best months
- 2 sites for group and tent and RV campingReservable on Recreation.gov
- At 695 ft
- Near SpringfieldNw Oregon Upper Willamette Field Office
The refreshing location with its lush, forest setting, coupled with comforts normally associated with an urban park, blend seamlessly at this popular day-use site. Here, one can immerse in the enjoyment of surrounding hiking trails, a swimming area, meandering creeks, and picnicking units. Whether seeking trail solitude, a fun day of water play during the heat of summer, or the lingering memory of that very special celebration, this special place awaits your arrival. Shotgun Creek Recreation Site is open to day use year round. Shelter reservations are available from May 1-September 30 each year.
Local outfitters
- Camp Tadmor19 mi away
- Dexter Shores RV Park22 mi away
Not on Roamze yet. Their page has how to reach them.
Best time to go · Jun–Sep
Best time to visit Shotgun Creek Recreation Site
Best months: June–September. Best months have typical highs of 55–85 °F, lows of 30 °F or warmer (32 °F where the station doesn't record snow), at most one snowy day and no more than 12 wet days.
Jan
49° / 35°
20 wet
Feb
53° / 36°
18 wet
Mar
57° / 37°
20 wet
Apr
61° / 40°
18 wet
May
68° / 45°
14 wet
Jun
74° / 49°
9 wet
Jul
83° / 52°
4 wet
Aug
84° / 51°
3 wet
Sep
78° / 48°
7 wet
Oct
65° / 43°
14 wet
Nov
54° / 39°
19 wet
Dec
47° / 35°
21 wet
Typical high / low (°F) and days with rain or snow, 1991–2020. Measured at Leaburg 1 Sw, OR, 11.8 mi away at 675 ft. This station doesn't record snowfall. Source: NOAA NCEI U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020.
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Shotgun Creek Recreation Site
2 sites for group and tent and RV camping
