We stayed at Humbug this past weekend, 7/7-7/9/23, and had a great trip! Here are some hopefully helpful review points for anyone considering a stay.
Facilities: bathroom was always clean with plenty of toilet paper. The nearby water spigot was readily available and functional.
River access: steep and inaccessible to folks who aren’t mobile and surefooted. The trail we attempted with our toddler in tow had a short but sketchy washed-out, cliffside section with a rope handrail. It was enough to turn us around; between our improper flipflop footwear and precious kiddo cargo, it wasn’t worth a potential slide down into the canyon!
Scenery: most of the campground is still lush and green, with some lingering old growth firs above a smattering of vine maple and red huckleberries. Some sites, including 6, 8, and 9, were impacted by the fire and have minimal shade/greenery, or look straight out at the burn. People still had a good time camping in those spots! If you prefer lots of classic Oregon greenery while camping though, I’d recommend choosing a different spot. Across the river, the canyon is severely burned.
Sites: we stayed in Site 7 and, for the most part, it was great. The pros: lots of privacy, proximity to the bathroom/spigot, and a sizable pullout for extra vehicles. The cons: smaller space, very uneven ground, and tons of tripping-hazard rocks jutting up near the firepit from an old fire ring.
All in all, it’s a good campground and an incredibly lucky green oasis amid the burn. I’m excited to see what site maintenance and improvements come now that it’s open again. Enjoy!