Public Parking
Free parking lot
5 (1)
500 E Whiteaker Ave, Cottage Grove, OR 97424
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Creek Context; Separate Reservoir OptionOR
Row River Swimming Holes Of Oregon
By Hidden Swimming Holes Team · Record updated
Background: generated illustration, not a photograph of this location.
Distinguish the old Mosby Creek turnout from Row River Trail day use and Baker Bay's designated Dorena Lake swimming area, fees and seasonal facilities.
Swimming permission unconfirmed
No swimming, jumping, sliding, clothing-optional or overnight permission inferred from archived descriptions. Follow current destination-specific manager rules.
Water type
Creek Context; Separate Reservoir Option
Access
Swimming unconfirmed
Fee
No current archived-pool admission or lawful free-entry authorization established; separately managed recreation sites have their own fees.
Best season
Confirm permission and current conditions first
Nearby towns
Eugene, Cottage Grove, Dorena, Culp Creek
Water body
Archived Mosby Creek Pool In The Row River Region; Dorena Lake Is A Separate Managed Destination
Location
Map & Directions
Nearby towns
Eugene, Cottage Grove, Dorena, Culp Creek
Access location not verified
CULP CREEK, OR
Approximate location based on the nearest town. Confirm the exact spot and access before you go.
Sources & checks
This is a desk-researched listing. A record update or map check does not confirm current swimming permission or water conditions.
- Swimming rules
- Current swimming permission has not been independently confirmed for this listing. Check with the land manager before entering the water.
- Access location not verified
- The recorded location has no completed source check. Confirm the entrance, legal access, and parking before travelling.
- Record updated
- · This is a data update, not a field visit.
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Row River: the archive does not identify five current pools
The preserved directions describe a Mosby Creek turnout reached from Blue Mountain Road, then end without pool coordinates. The five-place regional label is not evidence for five lawful modern swimming entrances. The earlier instruction to follow any visible path and look for a rope swing has been withdrawn.
Row River Trail is useful, but it is a separate access plan
BLM's trail page documents paved multi-use recreation with official directions to the Layng Road and Mosby Creek Road corner. That trail access does not verify the historical Blue Mountain Road pool. Do not substitute a covered bridge or trailhead coordinate for a creek entrance.
Specific trail rules outweigh generic activity icons
The BLM page includes swimming and camping activity icons, but its visitor rules expressly prohibit camping along the trail. It lists dawn-to-dusk day use, no trail fee, no food or water and periodically spaced parking and restrooms. Those are trail amenities, not services confirmed beside the archived pool.
A separate documented lake option
Baker Bay is operated by Lane County
Lane County documents a designated swimming area at Baker Bay on Dorena Lake. The Corps manages reservoir operations while the county operates this park and campground. It is not Mosby Creek. A day or annual parking pass is required, and day use operates seasonally, dawn to dusk.
Check current services before traveling
The county describes a failed sewer system and interim portable toilets and handwashing while replacement facilities are planned. Do not promise flush bathrooms or showers. Off-season vehicle access beyond the day-use gate and other facilities are restricted. The marina dates printed on the page are from 2025, not a verified 2026 swimming calendar.
Permission and conditions at the historical creek
Mosby Creek pool parking, bank ownership, swimming permission, supervision and safe depth remain unresolved. No current rope-swing inspection or water-quality clearance is established. Arrange camping separately; the trail no-camping rule is not overridden by a nearby county campground.
Getting There
For the historical Mosby Creek pool, confirm a lawful entrance and parking with the responsible manager before travel. For a separate trail visit use BLM's current Layng Road/Mosby Creek Road directions; Baker Bay requires its own county access plan.
Quick Navigation
Access Notes
For the historical Mosby Creek pool, confirm a lawful entrance and parking with the responsible manager before travel. For a separate trail visit use BLM's current Layng Road/Mosby Creek Road directions; Baker Bay requires its own county access plan.
Plan Your Visit
Parking & Access
Confirm the entrance, parking arrangements, and legal access with the land manager. A map pin does not establish a public right of access. Follow posted routes and never block gates or driveways.
Regulations & Fees
No swimming, jumping, sliding, clothing-optional or overnight permission inferred from archived descriptions. Follow current destination-specific manager rules. Public park access does not necessarily include permission to swim. Respect private property and posted restrictions.
Seasonality & Flow
Water conditions can change quickly. This listing does not provide a current safety or water-quality assessment. Check official alerts and avoid entering water when conditions or permission are uncertain.
Nearby Facilities
Nearby places from saved public map data, not necessarily facilities at the swimming spot. Confirm access, hours, fees, and amenities with the operator before you drive.
Map data retrieved 2026-06-15
Row River Nature Park
Park
4.4 (341)
QXVC+6H, Cottage Grove, OR 97424
Cycling lanes
Row River National Recreation Trail
Hiking area
77885 Mosby Creek Rd, Cottage Grove, OR 97424
Pine Meadows Campground
Campground
4.1 (202)
75166 Cottage Grove Reservoir Rd, Cottage Grove, OR 97424
Public restroomPublic showerRestroomRunning water
Schwarz Campground
Campground
4.2 (190)
34909 Shoreview Dr, Cottage Grove, OR 97424
Public restroomPublic showerRestroomRunning water
Primitive Campground
Campground
3.9 (53)
Cottage Grove, OR 97424
Public restroomPublic showerRestroomRunning water
Restrooms (Men/Women)
Public bathroom
334 S 10th St, Cottage Grove, OR 97424
Lake phalen outhouse
Public bathroom
5 (1)
1960 E Shore Dr, Maplewood, MN 55109
Frequently Asked Questions About Row River Swimming Holes Of Oregon
Does this listing identify five verified swimming spots?
No. Its archive supplies only the Mosby Creek turnout approach and ends without a pool coordinate. No additional four entrances have been invented.
Is the BLM Mosby Creek trailhead the old swimming hole?
The trailhead and covered-bridge context do not establish the historical Blue Mountain Road pool. Use official trail directions for a trail visit, not as a substituted water-entry pin.
Can I camp along Row River Trail?
No. BLM's specific visitor rules prohibit camping along the trail even though the page contains a generic camping activity icon.
Are trail access and Baker Bay parking both free?
BLM lists no trail fee. Baker Bay is a separate county park requiring a day or annual parking pass; do not transfer one destination's fee rules to the other.
Is Baker Bay a documented swimming option?
Lane County identifies a designated Dorena Lake swimming area at Baker Bay. Check its current seasonal access and notices; it is not permission for Mosby Creek.
What bathrooms should I expect at Baker Bay?
The county describes interim portable toilets and handwashing because its sewer system is unusable. Check current services and off-season gate restrictions; do not assume showers or flush bathrooms.
Highlights
Historical destination distinguished from current access
Nearby managed recreation kept separate
Jumping and rope-swing assumptions withdrawn
Location & Area Map
Safety Information
Important Safety Tips
- Do not jump or dive into unknown water, use an uninspected swing, enter high or rising flow or cross unauthorized land
- Water clarity does not certify quality or depth
Cultural & Historical Context
Historical Background
Historical locator evidence retained in archived directions, not represented as current visitor authorization.
Photography Guide
Photo Opportunities
No exact-site saved collection approved; unrelated destination photos withheld. Photograph only from lawful permitted viewpoints.
Conservation & Ethics
Protect This Place
Use permitted routes, protect creek banks and carry out litter. Do not create paths or cross posted property.
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At a Glance
Best Time to Visit
Confirm permission and current conditions first; season does not guarantee safe water or lawful access.
Difficulty Level
Current lawful approach and mobility suitability unverified; old walk estimates do not certify access.
Fee
No current archived-pool admission or lawful free-entry authorization established; separately managed recreation sites have their own fees.
Facilities
BLM trail has periodically spaced parking/restrooms but no food or water. Baker Bay's interim portable toilets and handwashing are separate from the unresolved Mosby Creek pool.
Activities
Historical swimming reference; no exact current bathing entrance verified. Separate named public recreation requires its own plan.
Phone
No verified on-site operator for the archived swimming entrance; use the linked responsible manager for separate destinations
Safety & Access Notice
This information is for general planning only and may be incomplete, outdated, or inaccurate. Access rules, closures, water levels, currents, hazards, and legal restrictions can change at any time. Always verify current rules with the land manager or official source before visiting.
You are responsible for your own safety and for following all posted signs, laws, and local regulations. Read the full disclaimer.
Camping Information
No camping along Row River Trail. Baker Bay offers separate seasonal campground bookings; no overnight permission verified at the historical Mosby Creek pool.
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Safety & Access Notice
This information is for general planning only and may be incomplete, outdated, or inaccurate. Access rules, closures, water levels, currents, hazards, and legal restrictions can change at any time. Always verify current rules with the land manager or official source before visiting.
- Do not swim where swimming is prohibited, unsafe, or not clearly allowed.
- Follow posted signs, local regulations, closures, and private-property boundaries.
- Assess conditions on site. Water flow, depth, temperature, and underwater hazards change quickly.
- Never jump or dive without personally confirming depth and underwater obstacles.
- Swim with a buddy and consider flotation for weak or non-swimmers.
- Pack out all trash; respect wildlife and fragile environments.
You are responsible for your own safety and for following all posted signs, laws, and local regulations. Read the full disclaimer.
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Joshua Havens
Founder & Editor, Hidden Swimming Holes
Joshua Havens created Hidden Swimming Holes to make it easier for people to find — and safely visit — natural freshwater swimming destinations across the United States. He researches access conditions, water quality resources, and land management rules so you don't have to start from scratch. He holds a strong belief that good outdoor recreation information should be accurate, honest about its limitations, and freely available.
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