Tier 3: Camping and Paddling on Diamond Lake!

Time to explore a new spot: Diamond Lake! Meandering along most of the east shore of the mile-high Diamond Lake, this large campground boasts spectacular views of both Mount Bailey & Mount Thielsen with abundant recreational opportunities. Access to Diamond Lake is within walking distance, & boat ramps and fish cleaning stations are accessible to visitors. The campground has a private beach with water slide, water mat, and other water activities. A nearby resort offers bicycle, boat & horse rentals as well as lodging, restaurants, grocery store, laundry facilities & fuel. Bring mosquito repellent!
*Note there may not be cell service at the campground, pets are allowed at all sites on leash (lmk if bringing a dog), &, one participant may bring his 12 year old son.

Directions: Take US-58 out of Eugene to US-97 south then turn right on OR-138. Follow OR-138 west approximately 22 ½ miles to Forest Road 4795/Diamond Lake Loop. Turn left onto FR 4795 and proceed 2.5 miles to the campground entrance on the right.

This is a HUGE campground. I have booked 5 large sites for *Thurs, Fri, & Sat*. Extra tents are allowed on tent pads, so sharing fits more people - please be flexible. I spoke with ranger & he says must stay on footprint, but can have as many tents as will fit (standard site fits ~5 small 1man tents). I think 2 small tents should be fine on regular site and 4 tents in larger double site. If you prefer to book your own site, please go online to do so & let me know. Let me know, if 1. you are sharing your tent with someone / 2. you have a huge tent / 3. only able to come part of time.
K002 (max 3 cars (2 free) / 12 people)
K004 (max 2 cars (1 free) / 8 people)
K007 (max 2 cars (1 free) / 8 people)
K011 (max 2 cars (1 free) / 8 people)
G004 (max 2 cars (1 free) / 8 people)

ATTENDEES: This is a Tier 3 event, which is meant for experienced kayakers with a solid history of attending events. Everyone goes on the waitlist & the organizer will evaluate each person's abilities before contacting them to secure payment & then move them to going. Please only sign up if you are serious about going & keep your RSVP updated if something changes.

COST: If we have 12 people, I'm estimating that your cost for all nights total is $27. There is a $5/day charge from park for extra cars.

PAYMENT: ***Important: When I'm ready to move you to going, I will contact you with payment details. Once you send **payment** (please be prompt as I'm holding spot for you), I will move you to going.
Payment to me via venmo @tanja-diers (I also have paypal - or arrange other payment method). If needed, the last 4 digits of my phone are 6651. I've already paid for sites: confirmation #0850406236 & 0858542835.
Payment will be $27 total.

CANCELLATIONS: Please lmk if plans change - please be courteous, as there is usually a wait list. I will refund if someone else takes your spot.

FLEXIBLE SCHEDULE:
--Thursday: Check in time starts at 2PM. We may swim, do a short hike, or explore area
--Friday: We may swim, do a short hike, or explore area, or kayak
--Saturday: Wake up, have breakfast, head to the boat ramp, and hit the water in our kayaks! We will be getting some amazing views! Maybe do a short hike after.
--Sunday: We pack the cars & check out before 1PM. Hopefully we can do some more swimming or a hike. Feel free to leave anytime you're ready, but please pack out what you packed in, including trash.

CAMPING/PADDLING:
-Please pack everything you would need for a multi-day camping trip. Please remember to pack clothes and a sleeping setup based on the weather & bring a headlamp!
-There is a toilet, shower, fire ring, picnic table, swim area, store
-Firewood should be available for purchase or bring some.
-Paddles will be multiple hours, please plan to bring enough hydration & sunscreen to keep yourself safe. Also don’t forget your PFD & whistle.

DISCLAIMER: Meetup leaders are unpaid volunteers & claim no special expertise or knowledge. By attending this meetup, you agree that you are responsible for your own health, safety, & decision making & that the organizer(s)/host(s) will not be held liable for any injury or health issue you sustain while in attendance. We will participate as a group but ultimately YOU are responsible for your own experience, safety, & decision-making.