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Camp Sherman, Oregon

Looking for a peaceful setting in which to relax and reconnect with nature? Rustic Camp Sherman, Oregon is easy to reach and picture perfect. Situated along the banks of the rushing Metolius River amidst towering Ponderosa pines, Camp Sherman is just 135 miles southeast of Portland and 110 miles east of Salem, yet it feels a million miles away from it all—which is exactly the reason for going. This tiny wooded community in the heart of the Metolius River Wildlife Preserve and Recreation Area is small in size (population 250), but big on scenery. So bring along your camera, your fly fishing gear, bike, and walking shoes, and you’ll be prepared for a respite that literally offers a breath of fresh air.

A sweet Ponderosa pine fragrance permeates the air wherever you roam—some say it’s vanilla, others swear it’s butterscotch, but everyone agrees it’s better than anything in a spray can! To decide for yourself, stick your nose in a deep furrow of a Ponderosa pine tree’s bark and inhale deeply. You might look a little funny, but you’ll never forget the fragrance.

With many campgrounds to choose from, you can stay in Camp Sherman a while—and with such serene surroundings, it’s guaranteed you’ll want to! Although the dozen or so campgrounds are primitive, the ambiance is first-rate. There's also cabins and a small motel for those less inclined to pitch a tent or drive an RV.

Of all the unassuming attributes that make miniature Camp Sherman unique, it’s the feeling of peace and solitude that turns first-timers into repeat visitors. It’s a smaller world in Camp Sherman—one you want to naturally slow down and enjoy, as well as return to.

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