Rujada Day Use Picnic Area
Rujada Day Use Picnic Area is a national forest campground in Oregon. Hookups: no hookups.
- Type
- National forest campground
- Location
- Oregon
- Coordinates
- 43.70658, -122.74255
- Hookups
- No hookups
- Activities
- Camping, Hiking, Swimming
- Map
- Open in OpenStreetMap
- Phone
- 541-767-5000
Amenities
- Reservable sites
Only amenities a source confirms are listed; an amenity missing here is unknown, not absent.
About Rujada Day Use Picnic Area
Overview Rujada Day Use Picnic Area is set along the banks of Layng Creek, with a large, open grassy area amidst a scattering of Douglas fir. Rujada is a perfect setting for family reunions, parties or group getaways. Recreation In addition to being a prime location for hiking and biking in summer and early fall. The large grassy field is perfect for group activities or sports, and a playground and horseshoe pit are also provided on-site. Hikers will enjoy a moderately challenging hike on Swordfern Trail, leaving from the historic Civilian Conservation Corps Campground Register booth, located in the Rujada Picnic Area. The trail parallels the south side of Layng Creek, traveling through a stand of second growth Douglas fir and lush swordfern understory, then climbs to an abandoned logging road. Eventually it loops back to the Rujada Picnic area, or continues on the logging road and back into the camping loop. In autumn, visitors will be treated to the brilliant fall colors of the hardwood trees along Layng Creek. Facilities This day use area has two reservable picnic sites. Each site can accommodate up to 30 people, and groups of up to 60 may reserve both sites. The sites are equipped with picnic tables and grills. Flush toilets and drinking water are provided. Natural Features Visitors to Umpqua National Forest are often taken aback by the unique landscapes of southwestern Oregon. Explosive geologic events have shaped the distinctive landscape on the nearly 1 million
Cell coverage
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Nearby RV services
- Dump station
- The RV Store · 26 mi
- Water fill
- None mapped within 50 mi
- Propane
- Rockett Brand Racing Fuel · 16 mi
- Low clearances
- None mapped within 10 mi
- Off-road routes
- 415 designated routes (567 mi) within 10 mi
Other places to stay nearby
| Name | Type | Distance | Fee | Hookups |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rujada Campground | National forest campground | under 0.1 mi | — | Electric |
| Rujada Campground | Private campground | under 0.1 mi | — | — |
| Green Pool | National forest camping area | 2.3 mi | — | — |
| Gleason Cabin | National forest camping area | 2.6 mi | — | — |
| Cedar Creek Campground | Private campground | 3.1 mi | $8 | — |
| Cedar Creek Campground | National forest campground | 3.1 mi | — | — |
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Sources. Recreation.gov (RIDB). Updated June 2026. Facility facts only; DryRig does not publish ratings or reviews on this page.