Collier Memorial State Park - United States

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About Collier Memorial State Park

RV quick facts for Collier Memorial State Park

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LocationOn U.S. Highway 97, about 5 miles north of Chiloquin, Oregon
Full hookupsFull hookup and electric RV sites available at the park campground
Dump stationDump station available on site
Adjacent campgroundWilliamson River Campground (USFS) connects to Collier via a 1.3 mile walking trail
On-site attractionCollier Logging Museum and pioneer village, open-air, free to visit
Reservation windowOregon State Parks reservations open up to six months in advance
Road accessPaved access directly off U.S. Highway 97, suitable for large RVs and trailers
Nearby national parkApproximately 40 miles south of Crater Lake National Park's south entrance

Best time to visit Collier Memorial State Park

Late June through early September offers the most reliable weather, with warm days, cool nights, and full access to the campground, museum grounds, and river trails. July and August are peak months and can bring wildfire smoke to the region, so check air quality before arrival. May, June, and September are pleasant shoulder months with fewer crowds, though nighttime temperatures can drop near freezing. Winter travel is limited by snow and cold at the park's roughly 4,100 foot elevation.

Jan 55 mm
39°F - 18°F

Campground closed for winter; day-use access only, snow and ice common.

Feb 40 mm
45°F - 21°F

Campground closed for winter; cold nights and snow likely.

Mar 35 mm
50°F - 25°F

Campground typically closed; shoulder season begins late March.

Apr 25 mm
57°F - 28°F

Campground opens for the season; nights can still drop below freezing.

May 30 mm
64°F - 34°F

Pleasant days, chilly mornings; good shoulder-season travel.

Jun 20 mm
73°F - 39°F

Jul 10 mm
84°F - 45°F

Peak season; reservations fill early and wildfire smoke is possible.

Aug 12 mm
84°F - 43°F

Peak season; check regional air quality and fire restrictions.

Sep 15 mm
75°F - 36°F

Excellent shoulder month with fewer crowds.

Oct 25 mm
63°F - 30°F

Cool days, frosty nights; campground typically closes late in the month.

Nov 45 mm
48°F - 25°F

Campground closed for winter; day-use only.

Dec 55 mm
39°F - 19°F

Campground closed for winter; snow and freezing temperatures.

Things to do at Collier Memorial State Park

  • Collier Logging Museum Easy
    RV parking available

    The Collier Logging Museum is an open-air museum at the park showcasing historic logging equipment and a relocated pioneer village. The Collier State Park Logging Museum showcases historic logging equipment from the late 1800s, as well as a relocated pioneer village. Exhibits spread across a walkable grassy area adjacent to RV parking. fs.usda.gov/recarea/fremont-winema/recreation/recarea/?recid=59723

  • Williamson River Trail Easy
    RV parking available

    The Williamson River Trail is a short, mostly level path linking Collier's day-use area with Williamson River Campground. A 1.3 mile walking trail connects the two campgrounds. The trail passes through ponderosa pine forest with river views. fs.usda.gov/recarea/fremont-winema/recreation/recarea/?recid=59723

  • Fly Fishing the Williamson River Easy
    RV parking available

    The Williamson River is one of Oregon's best-known trout streams, drawing fly anglers for its large redband and rainbow trout. Access points within the park provide bank fishing near the day-use area. Wading is easiest in mid to late summer when flows drop.

  • Spring Creek Picnic Area Easy
    RV parking available

    Spring Creek is a crystal-clear, spring-fed tributary that meets the Williamson River inside the park. The day-use picnic area sits beside the water with shaded tables beneath ponderosa pines. It is a popular spot for families and a good lunch stop while touring the logging museum.

  • Day Trip to Crater Lake National Park Easy
    RV parking available

    Crater Lake National Park's south entrance is roughly an hour's drive north of Collier via Highway 97 and Highway 62. Rim Drive and Rim Village viewpoints offer the park's iconic lake vistas. Most of Rim Drive is seasonal and typically open from July through October.

  • Fremont-Winema National Forest Exploration Moderate
    RV parking available

    The park borders the Fremont-Winema National Forest, which offers miles of Forest Service roads and trails for day hikes and scenic drives. Visitors can mountain bike on miles of Forest Service roads, go fishing, or explore day hike opportunities. Trailheads near the park accommodate vehicle and RV parking. fs.usda.gov/recarea/fremont-winema/recreation/recarea/?recid=59723

  • Wildlife Viewing at Upper Klamath Lake Easy
    RV parking available

    Upper Klamath Lake, about 20 miles south of the park, is a key stop on the Pacific Flyway with excellent birdwatching for bald eagles, pelicans, and waterfowl. Several pullouts and wildlife refuge access points are along Highway 97. Spring and fall migrations are the most productive times to visit.

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How to get to Collier Memorial State Park

The park lies directly on U.S. Highway 97 about 30 miles north of Klamath Falls and roughly 5 miles north of Chiloquin, making access straightforward for RVs. From Bend, it is about 110 miles south on Highway 97, a mostly gentle high-desert drive with no major tunnels or steep passes. Drivers approaching from Medford via Highway 140 should plan for mountain grades crossing the Cascades. The nearest commercial airport for fly-and-rent trips is Klamath Falls (LMT), with Rogue Valley International in Medford and Redmond Municipal near Bend as larger alternatives.

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