Summer is a wonderful time for a camping adventure around the Mid-Willamette Valley, with pleasant weather, plenty of places to enjoy a swim, and abundant natural beauty waiting around every corner. If you've been thinking about taking a staycation this summer near Albany and Corvallis, why not spend that time exploring the great outdoors? Here are six great campgrounds for your Mid-Willamette Valley outdoor adventures this summer.

• Blue Ox RV Park – 4000 Blue Ox Dr. SE, Albany, OR 97322
  If you're an RV camping enthusiast, then Blue Ox RV Park offers everything that you need to enjoy your stay. This pet-friendly campground is the largest on our list, with more than 200 RV sites ready to accommodate rigs of all sizes and surrounded by amenities. There's more than enough to keep you busy at this campground, and Timber Linn Park is located right next door when you're in the mood to explore.

• Albany/Corvallis KOA Journey – 33775 Oakville Road S., Albany, OR 97321
  The Albany/Corvallis KOA Journey is another great option for RV camping, with tons of recreational options on-site and just as many opportunities to explore the natural beauty of the Mid-Willamette Valley. Travel the trails, spend time on the water, play a round of mini-golf with the kids, and enjoy a busy schedule of social events at the campground.

• Benton Oaks RV Park – 110 SW 53rd St., Corvallis, OR 97333
  For anyone who loves visiting the annual Benton County Fair & Rodeo, the Benton County Fairgrounds is a place packed with special memories. But did you know you can go camping here as well? The Benton Oaks RV Park is open all summer for camping except for the weeks of the Benton County Fair & Rodeo. There are 35 RV campsites here, with 24 full and 11 partial hookups.

• Marys Peak Campground – Marys Peak Rd., Corvallis, OR 97370
  Of course, sometimes the best campsites are found deep in the gorgeous wilderness of the Mid-Willamette Valley, and Marys Peak Campground is a great example of why that's the case. With a prime location on the tallest peak of the Oregon Coast Range, this is the perfect place for anyone who wants to use their campsite as a home base for exploring nature. The amenities at this campground may be few, but the natural beauty is endless.

• Alsea Falls Recreation Site – Monroe, OR 97456
  Located about 15 miles west of Monroe in the National Back Country Byway, the Alsea Falls Recreation Site is another outstanding option for nature enthusiasts. Explore the trails, cool off with a dip in the Alsea River, and be sure to leave plenty of time to take in the beautiful 30-foot-tall Alsea Falls. There are 16 individual campsites here, and reservations are strongly recommended, so it's wise to plan your stay in advance.

• Salmonberry Campground – 16699 Salmonberry Rd., Alsea, OR 97324
  In the mood for something different? In addition to the standard RV and tent sites, Salmonberry Campground offers a yurt that sleeps five, as well as a rustic cabin that sleeps five. If your plan is to spend time fishing, hiking, and enjoying the outdoors, this campground is an outstanding option. Just make sure to place a reservation, especially if you'd like to use an RV, yurt, or cabin campsite.

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