Pack up the kids and go car-camping at one of the 71 campgrounds in the national forest. Be sure to plan a trek on the Ramona Falls loop hike! If you're more into backcountry camping, hike-in sites and camps are available.
Be sure to check the National Forest Website or give the ranger’s station a call at (503) 668-1700 before you leave. A wilderness permit is required from May 15 through October 15 and must be in your possession. Lucky you, permits are free and self-issued at trailheads and wilderness boundaries. Score! Scan for weather alerts and notices before you head out, especially in the winter due to snowfall.
Pack up the kids and go car-camping at one of the 71 campgrounds in the national forest. Be sure to plan a trek on the Ramona Falls loop hike! If you're more into backcountry camping, hike-in sites and camps are available.
Be sure to check the National Forest Website or give the ranger’s station a call at (503) 668-1700 before you leave. A wilderness permit is required from May 15 through October 15 and must be in your possession. Lucky you, permits are free and self-issued at trailheads and wilderness boundaries. Score! Scan for weather alerts and notices before you head out, especially in the winter due to snowfall.
Despite its name, it’s quite hard to lose sight of Lost Lake Campground! 125 sites (and 18 vault toilets) are set on the edge of the 245-acre lake, with a backdrop of Mt. Hood to rest your eyes on at any point of the day. Whether you glamp (yurts and lodges and RVs, oh my!) or camp the good ol’ fashioned way, this area is your oyster with a nearby Read more...
Leave civilization in the dust when you pick from the nine sites that border Hideaway Lake. And if one lake isn’t enough for ya (maybe you have a two lake minimum), pick a day hike, any hike--and you’ll stumble upon a trail that leads to Shellrock Lake, Rock Lakes Basin, and Serene Lake. All of which provide ample opportunities to fish. Since ther Read more...
Located on the south rim of Timothy Lake, the Cove Campground offers 10 hike-in or bike-in tent sites. You won’t find any drinking water or bathrooms, but you can always RV camp too. Timothy Lake is one of the few lakes in the Mt. Hood Forest that allows motorized boating. Fishing, hiking, backpacking and canoeing are also activities of choice. Ti Read more...
Take your pick from seven non-reservable sites when you reach Clear Creek Crossing Campground! $11/night isn’t too shabby for a sweet spot to fish for rainbow trout, or go on a day hike to discover where indigenous people of the area went to harvest edible camas root. What is camas root you ask? Camas is a type of lily that produces beautiful blue Read more...
You’ve got a picnic table, a grill, firepit, dirt, trees and the sun. Sounds like it’s going to be a good time at Shellrock Creek Campground! Usage of Shellrock is pretty light, and at 8 non-reservable sites, another camper could be an opportunity to meet your new adventuring companion. Bring your own water and be prepared to pack-out waste. If yo Read more...
To river, or not to river… Is that even a question? It shouldn’t be when the nearest source is the Clackamas, which boasts amazing whitewater rafting, endless opportunities to get your fishing game on, and wild wildlife watching--including bald eagle sightings! Riverford Campground is a quaint getaway, with 10 single, non-reservable sites at one h Read more...
Sherwood you stay the night? Just north of Sherwood’s 14 non-reservable campgrounds you’ll find trails to your heart’s content. But if hiking ain’t yo thang, take to the nearby East Fork Hood River for a roulette of steelhead, chinook, or coho salmon. Gotta get those omega 3s in if you’re going to hike the Mount Hood Wilderness! Also gotta check t Read more...
Four non-reservable sites and one vault toilet reside for those who dare to take this rustic road less traveled. Speaking of roads, some sections may require high clearance or 4WD, especially in the winter, so make sure to check the current conditions. If you plan on spending a few days back here, bring your fly fishing gear; Badger Creek is a gre Read more...
Will you go fishing, horseback riding, or hiking when you stay at Bonney Crossing Campground? Whatever your game plan, make sure to check the current conditions so you know if you can go through with your game plan! The open season for Bonney Crossing camp begins 5/13, and in the off-season, even if it’s “officially" closed, serious adventurers ca Read more...
Bonney Meadow Campground is located on a high ridge near a lush meadow, what else could you ask for? Okay, maybe hiking, horseback riding, or mountain biking along the Bonney Ridge Meadows Trails that pass a number of nearby scenic lakes. Six non-reservable sites and one vault toilet reside for those who dare to take these rustic roads (4WD or hig Read more...
Eightmile campground is a frequented spot within Mt. Hood National Forest with 21 easily accessible, and non-reservable campsites, 3 vault toilets, $11/night for a single car (or camper), and $5 for an extra vehicle. Like many of the campgrounds in the National Forest, you’ll have to find your own water, so come prepared! (Hint: you can also fish Read more...
There are no reservations at Fifteenmile Campground’s three sites, no services provided, and best of all, camping is free. 99. Fifteenmile Trail #456 is a diverse route to get your day hike on, and though many species of fish reside in the Fifteenmile Creek, angling is discouraged due to a combination of overfishing, and an increase in dams. Packi Read more...
Head east of Forest Creek Campground, and you’ll run into Boulder Point for a mighty view. Head west, and you’ll reach the White River. Stay at one of Forest Creek’s eight, single non-reservable sites, and choose from a number of day hikes, or reel the afternoon away in search of fresh steelhead and rainbow trout. Last but not least, if you’re vis Read more...
Use of Little Badger Campground is light, so your chances of scoring one of the three non-reservable sites are golden! Vehicles up to a 16 ft. max are allowed. However, any other vehicles including game carts, and mountain bikes are prohibited. Wah-wah. Instead, bring your fishing gear and chase some tasty treats from Badger Creek! If you’re visit Read more...
Lower Eightmile is not to be confused with its more popular, 23-site cousin, Eightmile Campground. At Lower Eightmile, there are only three, non-reservable sites that come at a cost of $11/night, and $5 for an extra vehicle. Here you can still flick your wrist at Eightmile Creek, and venture out into the wonderful Oregon wilderness--with a little Read more...
McCubbins Gulch Campground is a hotbed for OHV fun, so bring the toys! Fifteen non-reservable sites at $11/night await your arrival. And if you’re here to tear it up for the day, simply park at the day-use OHV picnic site just west of the main McCubbins campground. This area is also unique in that it’s located near the edge of the National Forest, Read more...
McCubbins Gulch Campground was full, wasn’t it? Here, you can enjoy the same OHV lands, fishing from the Warm Springs Tribal Waters (with permit) or kick-back and watch your neighbors go ham in the woods. If you’re visiting outside of the open season (5/15), make sure to check the current conditions for accessibility.
Use of Pebble Ford Campground is light, so your chances of scoring one of the three non-reservable sites are golden! Flyfish to your heart’s content at Eightmile and Ramsey Creek, or dip your toes on the land, towards the trailhead that parallels Eightmile Creek. If you’re visiting outside of the open season (5/15), make sure to check the current Read more...
It’s likely that the area status of Post Camp Campground is unknown, but it’s good to check the current conditions anyways! If you do venture out to Post Camp, the rewards will be sweet: no fees, no reservations, and you’ll be sitting pretty near the headwaters of lost creek where you can go fly fishing! So fly.
Underhill Site Campground is comprised of two free, non-reservable, unmaintained sites. That leaves it up to you to keep it in tip-top shape! At Underhill, you can take a hike along the creek, and word-in-the-woods says this is a great campground to bring the kiddos. If you’re visiting outside of the open season (5/1), make sure to check the curre Read more...
Talk about horsing around, Joe Graham Horse Camp fits up to 41 stallions! Each campsite comes with horse corrals, vaults, and campfire rings with grills so the animals can have a warm dinner after a day of hiking the likes of the Joe Graham Trail that connects with the PCT (Pacific Crest Trail), Little Crater Lake, and Mt. Jefferson Wilderness. Ye Read more...
Located on the south shores of Timothy Lake in the shadows of Mt. Hood, Pine Point Campground is perhaps the best place to bring the whole lot out for a day or a weekend on the lake! Peeps come near and far to let their hair blow in the wind above the waters of 2+ mile Timothy Lake. Boating, fishing, wakeboarding, windsurfing, wanderlusting, and p Read more...
Three is the magic number! At Barlow Creek there are three campsites, and perhaps three main activities--hiking, chasing fish, and super relaxing in the shaded woods. If you’re a weekend warrior, arrive early on Friday to snag a spot, and check the current conditions for accessibility during the winter months.
After a long slumber due to a forest fire in 2011, Cloud Cap Saddle Campground reopened its sky-scraping arms in August of 2014. Three sites at an elevation of 5900 feet give you a spectacular view of the lands, and also access to the Timberline National Historic Trail #600 and Tilly Jane Trail #600A from the north. That rad lodge you can see up t Read more...
Rain, sunshine, snow, we wanna go! Come here with your angling arsenal, and Rainy Lake will make it rain Brook Trout. Exhaust your luck at this nearest watering hole, and you’ll find more fishy adventures at nearby North and Black Lakes. Rainy Lake Campground is a tent-only campground, so you may actually want to bring that tent or hammock rain fl Read more...
Since you’ll be spending most of your time outside near the base of Mt. Hood, why not stay outside? At Alpine Campground, five (or more) nights is comparable to the price you’d pay to cozy up to the Timberline Lodge for one night. Tough decision, we know. We’re assuming since you’re here, Alpine is your soon-to-be jam. If you haven’t been, this 1 Read more...
Does your horse like to go camping as much as you do? The name of Triangle Lake Horse Campground isn’t ironic, it’s a retreat for horse campers only! Eight sites are available on a first-come, first-served basis, and at $15 for a single site, that’s probably cheaper than anything you’ve spent on your ‘mane’ friend. The best time to visit this get Read more...
Will you go fishing or whitewater rafting in the wild Clackamas River, just steps away from the Carter Bridge Campground? On the plentiful Clackamas River, you’ll find river and stream fishing for steelhead, chinook, and coho salmon, in addition to 12. 5 miles of Class III-IV whitewater rafting. Ready to visit? The reservation window for Carter Br Read more...
Once you go Gone Creek, you may never go back. Peeps come near and far to let their hair blow in the wind above the waters of 2+ mile Timothy Lake, and camping at Gone Creek Campground is the icing on the cake! (Or… the jam on the s’more?) Boating, fishing, wakeboarding, windsurfing--we’re really not sure if there’s anything you can’t do on Timoth Read more...
Little Crater Lake Campground is one of the most scenic spots in the Mt. Hood National Forest (shhh, don’t tell anyone!). Not far from camp you’ll find Little Crater Lake--a chilly, crystal clear and even turquoise, spring-fed pond that--while much smaller--still gives the actual Crater Lake a run for its money! Crater Lakes FTW. For the 411 on of Read more...
Inner peace awaits you at the five non-reservable, hike or boat-in only sites at Meditation Point (Timothy Lake) Campground. Peeps come near and far to let their hair blow in the wind above the waters of 2+ mile Timothy Lake. Boating, fishing, wakeboarding, windsurfing, wanderlusting, and people watching--we’re really not sure if there’s anything Read more...
A convenient spot for anyone coming from Portland, Tollgate Campground is right on the Zigzag River and prime pickings to explore the Mt. Hood area. It has 15 single sites, a group site for up to 16 peeps, two vault toilets, potable water and is wheelchair accessible. Try hiking parts of the famed Oregon Trail or fishing in nearby Camp Creek. Find Read more...
Will you go whitewater rafting or cast into the wild Clackamas River, just steps away from Fish Creek Campground? On the plentiful Clackamas River, you’ll find river and stream fishing for steelhead, chinook, and coho salmon, in addition to 12. 5 miles of Class III-IV whitewater rafting. Ready to visit? Fish Creek’s 24 riverside sites are only $20 Read more...
To river, or not to river… Is that even a question? It shouldn’t be when the nearest source is the Clackamas, which boasts amazing whitewater rafting, endless opportunities to get your fishing game on, and wild wildlife watching--including bald eagle sightings! Riverside Campground is a quaint getaway, with 14 single, non-reservable sites at one h Read more...
Lakefront property at $15/night? Can’t beat it! Peninsula (Ollalie Lake) Campground consists of 35 single (and one double) non-reservable sites, and is frequented for its convenient proximity to--you guessed it--dat lake! Tack some mileage on the ol’ legs, and you’ll discover numerous other lakes, an entrance for the iconic PCT (Pacific Crest Trai Read more...
Lazy Bend Campground is equal parts laidback, lush, and lively. Chill at one of the 21 campsites--most of which are ideal for tent camping--look up, and you can spot a bald eagle in its natural, protected habitat. Give nature a call, and you’ll be answered by a handful of huckleberry bushes surrounding the Clackamas River. Prepare for an adventure Read more...
Like the majority of Mt. Hood National Forest campgrounds, the five tent-only sites at Keeps Mill are first-come, first-served! Here you can angle the day away on the wild White River or watch the action from afar while strolling along the river corridor. If you’re venturing outside of the open season (June), make sure to check the current conditi Read more...
Last one at the campground is a rotten egg! Green Canyon Campground is a first-come, first-served group right in the thick of the forest, just how we like it. And apparently just how many others like it who frequent this happenin’ spot! Head north to the Salmon River West Trailhead, south for like, a month’s-worth of Instagram images via Salmon Bu Read more...
Imagine your epic lake fort at Oak Fort (Timothy Lake) Campground, and your search ends here! Peeps come near and far to let their hair blow in the wind above the waters of 2+ mile Timothy Lake. Boating, fishing, wakeboarding, windsurfing, wanderlusting, and people watching--we’re really not sure if there’s anything you can’t do on or around Timot Read more...
Started from the bottom now you’re here! Summit Lake Campground is a grand alternative to the busy campgrounds on Timothy, Clear, and Trillium Lakes. Five sites sit at an elevation of 4,200 feet at Summit Lake Campground, where activities include sitting on top of the world (almost!), taking in the beautiful views, and mooching off of the nearby l Read more...
You’ll experience serious hood vibes at Kinnikinnick (Laurance Lake) Campground, Mt. Hood vibes, that is! Just like the unique spelling of its name, Kinnikinnick and Laurance Lake will keep you on your toes. Bring your boat--both electric and non-motorized are welcome--and get ready to move your land legs to the 20 walk-in access campsites. Check Read more...
No restrooms, no water, nada problem. Nottingham Campground is a little retreat off of Highway 35 on the East Fork Hood River, and welcomes you with an abundance of river and stream fishing, 5 wheelchair accessible sites, and two nearby waterways with arguably the coolest names: Lunch Creek and Robinhood Creek. Hit up Lunch Creek for your dinner, Read more...
Reservable campsites in Mt. Hood National Forest! And potable water! If you’re jonesin’ for a trip to the wilderness, Armstrong Campground is an excellent choice. Of the 12 single sites available, two are set aside as FCFS (first-come, first-served). Sites at this campground border the Clackamas River where you can go fishing for steelhead, chinoo Read more...
Bagby Campground is a gem in Mt. Hood National Forest. Here you can find campsites with an uncommon feature: new fire rings and tables! The fee for this fine establishment is $16 for a single site that holds up to six people, and two cars. At Bagby, reservations are never needed, but water is! So, BYOW (bring your own water… and other drinks that Read more...
Breitenbush Lake campground provides limited facilities, and unlimited possibilities! These 20 sites are for the independent traveler who is comfortable bringing their own water, packing out garbage, and reaping the rewards of no-fee, no-reservation sites. Just north of the Mt. Jefferson Wilderness, activities include day fishing and non-motorized Read more...
Find your new yome at Lost Creek Campground! No, that wasn’t a typo either, a yome is a yurt and a home (combined!) and you can reserve one here. It’s only a matter of time until a yome is featured on Portlandia, and until then, this hip glamping gem is all yours to brag about.
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There are many dispersed campsites along Barlow Creek--and Barlow Crossing Campground is not one to pass up. Unless of course, if you’re arriving late on a Friday to find that all six sites are already taken! Plan ahead, pack water (or a filter), and do a dance of joy for the trash pickup service at this campground--truly an overlooked luxury. Bef Read more...
We love lake, and Wahtum is a good’n! Take the Wahtum Express trail, and your dreams of living vicariously off of the lake are fulfilled as you swim, hike, and get a few games of horseshoes in by the water (you’ll have to bring your own horseshoes, btw). The five non-reservable sites at Wahtum are hot cakes in the wild, so check the current condit Read more...
Click, clack, click, clack is what you’ll hear at equine-friendly Clackamas Campground! When you’re not horsing around, there are plenty of adventures to be had on your own two feet. Click your own heels, Chacos, Bedrocks--whatever the kids are hiking in these days--together and you can find yourself boating, backpacking a snippet of the nearby PC Read more...
Indian Henry Campground is a hot bed of activity, boasting a bustling 86 sites! Campsites are situated at an elevation of 1,249 feet, in Oregon’s Cascade Mountains, nestled in a mixed forest of conifers and hardwoods. A thick gathering of ferns and ivy create privacy between sites, and while some overlook the river, others neighbor the mountain cr Read more...
To river, or not to river… Is that even a question? It shouldn’t be when the nearest source is the Clackamas, which boasts amazing whitewater rafting, endless opportunities to get your fishing game on, and wild wildlife watching--including bald eagle sightings! Riverside Campground is a quaint getaway, with 16 single, non-reservable sites at one h Read more...
Rainbow Campground will lead you to your own personal ‘pot of gold’, whether that be an artisanal s’more at the end of a day’s hike, whitewater rafting, or grilling up your prized river monster over the campfire. Each of the 17 sites comes prepped with a table, campfire ring, nearby vault toilets, and potable water. Give the ol’ legs a stretch, an Read more...
Trillium Lake Campground shines brighter than Rihanna wearing diamonds. It’s so popular it’d win a student government election! There are 52 single sites and 5 double sites, each of which is equipped with a table campfire ring with grill and access to vault toilets and drinking water. Boating, fishing, swimming and hiking are all popular activitie Read more...
The more, the merrier! Raab Campground is a newer, group-centric getaway for those who are looking for the space of multiple campsites or have large families. And you know what more people means… more s’mores! Voyagers of all skill levels will find their groove just outside of Raab Campground, with hiking, fly fishing, bicycling, whitewater raftin Read more...
At Frog Lake Campground, you can bet that you won’t be counting sheep--but frogs as they sing (ribbit) you sweet, (ribbit) lullabies under the moonlight! Located just past the town of Government Camp in Mt. Hood National Forest, base camp chills at an elevation of 3,800 feet in a dense tree, and frog (ribbit) area. Frog Lake covers 10 acres and is Read more...
No restrooms, no water, no reservations, no problem! That’s what camping’s about, right? Though a reservation isn’t required, there is a fee of $10/night for the eight sites that compose Lower Lake Campground. Located on Ollalie Lake, activities include the expected: non-motorized boating, and fishing. While the unexpected includes a nearby entran Read more...
Lakefront property at $15/night? Can’t beat it! Paul Dennis (Ollalie Lake) Campground consists of 17 non-reservable sites, frequented for its convenient proximity to--you guessed it--dat lake! Tack some mileage on the ol’ legs, and you’ll discover numerous other lakes, an entrance for the iconic PCT (Pacific Crest Trail), and of course, nature! Be Read more...
Though a reservation isn’t required, ya still gotta shell out 15 big ones for the night at Camp Ten Campground. Located on Ollalie Lake, activities include the expected: non-motorized boating, and fishing. While the unexpected includes a nearby entrance to the PCT (Pacific Crest Trail) that heads south into the Mount Jefferson Wilderness. Whether Read more...
Imagine the sounds you’ll hear at Ripplebrook Campground--spotted owls hooting at night, an actual babbling brook (not the ones that used to come standard on your alarm clock), partnered with the quietude of chilling next to fellow mellow campers. Ripplebrook has 17 sites ideal for tent campers, but also welcomes tent trailers and RVs under 19 fee Read more...
Sleep well at Still Creek, as the sounds of burbling water echo throughout the campground. Stay well knowing you’re at one of the closest campgrounds to Mt. Hood, with ample room for tent and RV camping. And settle-in well with amenities ranging from potable water to sites with tables, and campfire rings with grills scattered about the 27 reservab Read more...
Let us make it clear for you--Clear Lake Campground is an adventurer’s paradise! Lake lovahs can boat, swim, fish, and sail on the lake; and while a steady breeze keeps pesky bugs away from your sweet skin, it also propels the sailboats. So much win. Don’t let the winter months lead you astray either, this place is bonkers when it snows! Go sleddi Read more...
There’s so much to experience at Kingfisher Campground, you might as well book multiple trips in advance! Voyagers can try their hand at rafting 5 miles of class III-IV whitewater on the more than 17-mile Collawash River. Additional activities include mountain biking several primitive forest roads, hiking numerous trailheads, or taking your advent Read more...
You’ll ‘lake’ what you see at Horseshoe Lake Campground! At $15/night, reservations can be made to secure your spot at this six-site, high-elevation lake, popular for fishing, and a casual canoe expedition. Hike nearby, and you’ll find numerous other lakes, a peek at the iconic PCT (Pacific Crest Trail), and our fave, nature! Before you blast into Read more...
The view of Mt. Hood. That’s what Instagram was made for, we’re sure of it. Get all the snaps you need from Hoodview Campground, one of four campgrounds surrounding nature’s water park, Timothy Lake. In between snaps, make sure to take in the sights (we mentioned Mt. Hood, right?), sounds, and smells of water splashing in your hair, or a trip arou Read more...
Isn’t it time to take a McWeekend away from the city? Arrive at McNeil Campground and you can do just that, without much intrusion from neighbors at this lightly used campground. At 34 non-reservable sites, you still have some of the amenities of home with 2 vault toilets (we use the word ‘home’ loosely). But who needs amenities when you’ll be spe Read more...
Egads! Reservable campsites in Mt. Hood National Forest! And potable water! That’s because the 33 sites at this campground border Rock Creek Reservoir where you can go swimming, boating (non-motorized), or angling for rainbow trout, all the choices hip. Since Rock Creek Reservoir is highly frequented, overflow and day-use parking are also availabl Read more...
Man and wild live amongst each other at Riley Horse Camp that boasts six equine-fine sites out of the total 14 available. The horses have it good with nearby Lost Creek and the Sandy River to drink from, whereas you’ll have to bring (or filter) your own drankin’ water. Nearby time killers include fly fishing in the rivers, scenic drives, and picni Read more...
At Lake Harriet Campground, voyagers can dip their toes in the 22-acre lake for a leisurely swim, fish from a nearby dock, or venture out via water by loading into the boat ramp (non-motorized rigs only). Thrill-seekers, head further down the river to find class III-IV whitewater rafting on the Clackamas River. All 13 sites at Lake Harriet Campgro Read more...
To river, or not to river… Is that even a question? It shouldn’t be when the nearest source is the Clackamas, which boasts amazing whitewater rafting, endless opportunities to get your fishing game on, and wild wildlife watching--including the bald eagle! Sunset Strip Campground is a quaint getaway, with 8 tent-only, non-reservable sites at $20/ni Read more...
Mt. Hood National Forest
Just 20 miles east of Portland, Mt Hood forest spans over a million acres. Get yourself outside!
Pack up the kids and go car-camping at one of the 71 campgrounds in the national forest. Be sure to plan a trek on the Ramona Falls loop hike! If you're more into backcountry camping, hike-in sites and camps are available.
Be sure to check the National Forest Website or give the ranger’s station a call at (503) 668-1700 before you leave. A wilderness permit is required from May 15 through October 15 and must be in your possession. Lucky you, permits are free and self-issued at trailheads and wilderness boundaries. Score! Scan for weather alerts and notices before you head out, especially in the winter due to snowfall.
Pack up the kids and go car-camping at one of the 71 campgrounds in the national forest. Be sure to plan a trek on the Ramona Falls loop hike! If you're more into backcountry camping, hike-in sites and camps are available.
Be sure to check the National Forest Website or give the ranger’s station a call at (503) 668-1700 before you leave. A wilderness permit is required from May 15 through October 15 and must be in your possession. Lucky you, permits are free and self-issued at trailheads and wilderness boundaries. Score! Scan for weather alerts and notices before you head out, especially in the winter due to snowfall.
Activities in the park
71 campgrounds in Mt. Hood National Forest
Despite its name, it’s quite hard to lose sight of Lost Lake Campground! 125 sites (and 18 vault toilets) are set on the edge of the 245-acre lake, with a backdrop of Mt. Hood to rest your eyes on at any point of the day. Whether you glamp (yurts and lodges and RVs, oh my!) or camp the good ol’ fashioned way, this area is your oyster with a nearby Read more...
Leave civilization in the dust when you pick from the nine sites that border Hideaway Lake. And if one lake isn’t enough for ya (maybe you have a two lake minimum), pick a day hike, any hike--and you’ll stumble upon a trail that leads to Shellrock Lake, Rock Lakes Basin, and Serene Lake. All of which provide ample opportunities to fish. Since ther Read more...
Located on the south rim of Timothy Lake, the Cove Campground offers 10 hike-in or bike-in tent sites. You won’t find any drinking water or bathrooms, but you can always RV camp too. Timothy Lake is one of the few lakes in the Mt. Hood Forest that allows motorized boating. Fishing, hiking, backpacking and canoeing are also activities of choice. Ti Read more...
Take your pick from seven non-reservable sites when you reach Clear Creek Crossing Campground! $11/night isn’t too shabby for a sweet spot to fish for rainbow trout, or go on a day hike to discover where indigenous people of the area went to harvest edible camas root. What is camas root you ask? Camas is a type of lily that produces beautiful blue Read more...
You’ve got a picnic table, a grill, firepit, dirt, trees and the sun. Sounds like it’s going to be a good time at Shellrock Creek Campground! Usage of Shellrock is pretty light, and at 8 non-reservable sites, another camper could be an opportunity to meet your new adventuring companion. Bring your own water and be prepared to pack-out waste. If yo Read more...
To river, or not to river… Is that even a question? It shouldn’t be when the nearest source is the Clackamas, which boasts amazing whitewater rafting, endless opportunities to get your fishing game on, and wild wildlife watching--including bald eagle sightings! Riverford Campground is a quaint getaway, with 10 single, non-reservable sites at one h Read more...
Sherwood you stay the night? Just north of Sherwood’s 14 non-reservable campgrounds you’ll find trails to your heart’s content. But if hiking ain’t yo thang, take to the nearby East Fork Hood River for a roulette of steelhead, chinook, or coho salmon. Gotta get those omega 3s in if you’re going to hike the Mount Hood Wilderness! Also gotta check t Read more...
Four non-reservable sites and one vault toilet reside for those who dare to take this rustic road less traveled. Speaking of roads, some sections may require high clearance or 4WD, especially in the winter, so make sure to check the current conditions. If you plan on spending a few days back here, bring your fly fishing gear; Badger Creek is a gre Read more...
Will you go fishing, horseback riding, or hiking when you stay at Bonney Crossing Campground? Whatever your game plan, make sure to check the current conditions so you know if you can go through with your game plan! The open season for Bonney Crossing camp begins 5/13, and in the off-season, even if it’s “officially" closed, serious adventurers ca Read more...
Bonney Meadow Campground is located on a high ridge near a lush meadow, what else could you ask for? Okay, maybe hiking, horseback riding, or mountain biking along the Bonney Ridge Meadows Trails that pass a number of nearby scenic lakes. Six non-reservable sites and one vault toilet reside for those who dare to take these rustic roads (4WD or hig Read more...
Eightmile campground is a frequented spot within Mt. Hood National Forest with 21 easily accessible, and non-reservable campsites, 3 vault toilets, $11/night for a single car (or camper), and $5 for an extra vehicle. Like many of the campgrounds in the National Forest, you’ll have to find your own water, so come prepared! (Hint: you can also fish Read more...
There are no reservations at Fifteenmile Campground’s three sites, no services provided, and best of all, camping is free. 99. Fifteenmile Trail #456 is a diverse route to get your day hike on, and though many species of fish reside in the Fifteenmile Creek, angling is discouraged due to a combination of overfishing, and an increase in dams. Packi Read more...
Head east of Forest Creek Campground, and you’ll run into Boulder Point for a mighty view. Head west, and you’ll reach the White River. Stay at one of Forest Creek’s eight, single non-reservable sites, and choose from a number of day hikes, or reel the afternoon away in search of fresh steelhead and rainbow trout. Last but not least, if you’re vis Read more...
Use of Little Badger Campground is light, so your chances of scoring one of the three non-reservable sites are golden! Vehicles up to a 16 ft. max are allowed. However, any other vehicles including game carts, and mountain bikes are prohibited. Wah-wah. Instead, bring your fishing gear and chase some tasty treats from Badger Creek! If you’re visit Read more...
Lower Eightmile is not to be confused with its more popular, 23-site cousin, Eightmile Campground. At Lower Eightmile, there are only three, non-reservable sites that come at a cost of $11/night, and $5 for an extra vehicle. Here you can still flick your wrist at Eightmile Creek, and venture out into the wonderful Oregon wilderness--with a little Read more...
McCubbins Gulch Campground is a hotbed for OHV fun, so bring the toys! Fifteen non-reservable sites at $11/night await your arrival. And if you’re here to tear it up for the day, simply park at the day-use OHV picnic site just west of the main McCubbins campground. This area is also unique in that it’s located near the edge of the National Forest, Read more...
McCubbins Gulch Campground was full, wasn’t it? Here, you can enjoy the same OHV lands, fishing from the Warm Springs Tribal Waters (with permit) or kick-back and watch your neighbors go ham in the woods. If you’re visiting outside of the open season (5/15), make sure to check the current conditions for accessibility.
Use of Pebble Ford Campground is light, so your chances of scoring one of the three non-reservable sites are golden! Flyfish to your heart’s content at Eightmile and Ramsey Creek, or dip your toes on the land, towards the trailhead that parallels Eightmile Creek. If you’re visiting outside of the open season (5/15), make sure to check the current Read more...
It’s likely that the area status of Post Camp Campground is unknown, but it’s good to check the current conditions anyways! If you do venture out to Post Camp, the rewards will be sweet: no fees, no reservations, and you’ll be sitting pretty near the headwaters of lost creek where you can go fly fishing! So fly.
Underhill Site Campground is comprised of two free, non-reservable, unmaintained sites. That leaves it up to you to keep it in tip-top shape! At Underhill, you can take a hike along the creek, and word-in-the-woods says this is a great campground to bring the kiddos. If you’re visiting outside of the open season (5/1), make sure to check the curre Read more...
Talk about horsing around, Joe Graham Horse Camp fits up to 41 stallions! Each campsite comes with horse corrals, vaults, and campfire rings with grills so the animals can have a warm dinner after a day of hiking the likes of the Joe Graham Trail that connects with the PCT (Pacific Crest Trail), Little Crater Lake, and Mt. Jefferson Wilderness. Ye Read more...
Located on the south shores of Timothy Lake in the shadows of Mt. Hood, Pine Point Campground is perhaps the best place to bring the whole lot out for a day or a weekend on the lake! Peeps come near and far to let their hair blow in the wind above the waters of 2+ mile Timothy Lake. Boating, fishing, wakeboarding, windsurfing, wanderlusting, and p Read more...
Three is the magic number! At Barlow Creek there are three campsites, and perhaps three main activities--hiking, chasing fish, and super relaxing in the shaded woods. If you’re a weekend warrior, arrive early on Friday to snag a spot, and check the current conditions for accessibility during the winter months.
After a long slumber due to a forest fire in 2011, Cloud Cap Saddle Campground reopened its sky-scraping arms in August of 2014. Three sites at an elevation of 5900 feet give you a spectacular view of the lands, and also access to the Timberline National Historic Trail #600 and Tilly Jane Trail #600A from the north. That rad lodge you can see up t Read more...
Rain, sunshine, snow, we wanna go! Come here with your angling arsenal, and Rainy Lake will make it rain Brook Trout. Exhaust your luck at this nearest watering hole, and you’ll find more fishy adventures at nearby North and Black Lakes. Rainy Lake Campground is a tent-only campground, so you may actually want to bring that tent or hammock rain fl Read more...
Since you’ll be spending most of your time outside near the base of Mt. Hood, why not stay outside? At Alpine Campground, five (or more) nights is comparable to the price you’d pay to cozy up to the Timberline Lodge for one night. Tough decision, we know. We’re assuming since you’re here, Alpine is your soon-to-be jam. If you haven’t been, this 1 Read more...
Does your horse like to go camping as much as you do? The name of Triangle Lake Horse Campground isn’t ironic, it’s a retreat for horse campers only! Eight sites are available on a first-come, first-served basis, and at $15 for a single site, that’s probably cheaper than anything you’ve spent on your ‘mane’ friend. The best time to visit this get Read more...
Will you go fishing or whitewater rafting in the wild Clackamas River, just steps away from the Carter Bridge Campground? On the plentiful Clackamas River, you’ll find river and stream fishing for steelhead, chinook, and coho salmon, in addition to 12. 5 miles of Class III-IV whitewater rafting. Ready to visit? The reservation window for Carter Br Read more...
Once you go Gone Creek, you may never go back. Peeps come near and far to let their hair blow in the wind above the waters of 2+ mile Timothy Lake, and camping at Gone Creek Campground is the icing on the cake! (Or… the jam on the s’more?) Boating, fishing, wakeboarding, windsurfing--we’re really not sure if there’s anything you can’t do on Timoth Read more...
Little Crater Lake Campground is one of the most scenic spots in the Mt. Hood National Forest (shhh, don’t tell anyone!). Not far from camp you’ll find Little Crater Lake--a chilly, crystal clear and even turquoise, spring-fed pond that--while much smaller--still gives the actual Crater Lake a run for its money! Crater Lakes FTW. For the 411 on of Read more...
Inner peace awaits you at the five non-reservable, hike or boat-in only sites at Meditation Point (Timothy Lake) Campground. Peeps come near and far to let their hair blow in the wind above the waters of 2+ mile Timothy Lake. Boating, fishing, wakeboarding, windsurfing, wanderlusting, and people watching--we’re really not sure if there’s anything Read more...
A convenient spot for anyone coming from Portland, Tollgate Campground is right on the Zigzag River and prime pickings to explore the Mt. Hood area. It has 15 single sites, a group site for up to 16 peeps, two vault toilets, potable water and is wheelchair accessible. Try hiking parts of the famed Oregon Trail or fishing in nearby Camp Creek. Find Read more...
Will you go whitewater rafting or cast into the wild Clackamas River, just steps away from Fish Creek Campground? On the plentiful Clackamas River, you’ll find river and stream fishing for steelhead, chinook, and coho salmon, in addition to 12. 5 miles of Class III-IV whitewater rafting. Ready to visit? Fish Creek’s 24 riverside sites are only $20 Read more...
To river, or not to river… Is that even a question? It shouldn’t be when the nearest source is the Clackamas, which boasts amazing whitewater rafting, endless opportunities to get your fishing game on, and wild wildlife watching--including bald eagle sightings! Riverside Campground is a quaint getaway, with 14 single, non-reservable sites at one h Read more...
Lakefront property at $15/night? Can’t beat it! Peninsula (Ollalie Lake) Campground consists of 35 single (and one double) non-reservable sites, and is frequented for its convenient proximity to--you guessed it--dat lake! Tack some mileage on the ol’ legs, and you’ll discover numerous other lakes, an entrance for the iconic PCT (Pacific Crest Trai Read more...
Lazy Bend Campground is equal parts laidback, lush, and lively. Chill at one of the 21 campsites--most of which are ideal for tent camping--look up, and you can spot a bald eagle in its natural, protected habitat. Give nature a call, and you’ll be answered by a handful of huckleberry bushes surrounding the Clackamas River. Prepare for an adventure Read more...
Like the majority of Mt. Hood National Forest campgrounds, the five tent-only sites at Keeps Mill are first-come, first-served! Here you can angle the day away on the wild White River or watch the action from afar while strolling along the river corridor. If you’re venturing outside of the open season (June), make sure to check the current conditi Read more...
Last one at the campground is a rotten egg! Green Canyon Campground is a first-come, first-served group right in the thick of the forest, just how we like it. And apparently just how many others like it who frequent this happenin’ spot! Head north to the Salmon River West Trailhead, south for like, a month’s-worth of Instagram images via Salmon Bu Read more...
Imagine your epic lake fort at Oak Fort (Timothy Lake) Campground, and your search ends here! Peeps come near and far to let their hair blow in the wind above the waters of 2+ mile Timothy Lake. Boating, fishing, wakeboarding, windsurfing, wanderlusting, and people watching--we’re really not sure if there’s anything you can’t do on or around Timot Read more...
Started from the bottom now you’re here! Summit Lake Campground is a grand alternative to the busy campgrounds on Timothy, Clear, and Trillium Lakes. Five sites sit at an elevation of 4,200 feet at Summit Lake Campground, where activities include sitting on top of the world (almost!), taking in the beautiful views, and mooching off of the nearby l Read more...
You’ll experience serious hood vibes at Kinnikinnick (Laurance Lake) Campground, Mt. Hood vibes, that is! Just like the unique spelling of its name, Kinnikinnick and Laurance Lake will keep you on your toes. Bring your boat--both electric and non-motorized are welcome--and get ready to move your land legs to the 20 walk-in access campsites. Check Read more...
No restrooms, no water, nada problem. Nottingham Campground is a little retreat off of Highway 35 on the East Fork Hood River, and welcomes you with an abundance of river and stream fishing, 5 wheelchair accessible sites, and two nearby waterways with arguably the coolest names: Lunch Creek and Robinhood Creek. Hit up Lunch Creek for your dinner, Read more...
Reservable campsites in Mt. Hood National Forest! And potable water! If you’re jonesin’ for a trip to the wilderness, Armstrong Campground is an excellent choice. Of the 12 single sites available, two are set aside as FCFS (first-come, first-served). Sites at this campground border the Clackamas River where you can go fishing for steelhead, chinoo Read more...
Bagby Campground is a gem in Mt. Hood National Forest. Here you can find campsites with an uncommon feature: new fire rings and tables! The fee for this fine establishment is $16 for a single site that holds up to six people, and two cars. At Bagby, reservations are never needed, but water is! So, BYOW (bring your own water… and other drinks that Read more...
Breitenbush Lake campground provides limited facilities, and unlimited possibilities! These 20 sites are for the independent traveler who is comfortable bringing their own water, packing out garbage, and reaping the rewards of no-fee, no-reservation sites. Just north of the Mt. Jefferson Wilderness, activities include day fishing and non-motorized Read more...
Find your new yome at Lost Creek Campground! No, that wasn’t a typo either, a yome is a yurt and a home (combined!) and you can reserve one here. It’s only a matter of time until a yome is featured on Portlandia, and until then, this hip glamping gem is all yours to brag about. The rest of Lost Creek Campground is pretty righteous as well. T Read more...
There are many dispersed campsites along Barlow Creek--and Barlow Crossing Campground is not one to pass up. Unless of course, if you’re arriving late on a Friday to find that all six sites are already taken! Plan ahead, pack water (or a filter), and do a dance of joy for the trash pickup service at this campground--truly an overlooked luxury. Bef Read more...
We love lake, and Wahtum is a good’n! Take the Wahtum Express trail, and your dreams of living vicariously off of the lake are fulfilled as you swim, hike, and get a few games of horseshoes in by the water (you’ll have to bring your own horseshoes, btw). The five non-reservable sites at Wahtum are hot cakes in the wild, so check the current condit Read more...
Click, clack, click, clack is what you’ll hear at equine-friendly Clackamas Campground! When you’re not horsing around, there are plenty of adventures to be had on your own two feet. Click your own heels, Chacos, Bedrocks--whatever the kids are hiking in these days--together and you can find yourself boating, backpacking a snippet of the nearby PC Read more...
Indian Henry Campground is a hot bed of activity, boasting a bustling 86 sites! Campsites are situated at an elevation of 1,249 feet, in Oregon’s Cascade Mountains, nestled in a mixed forest of conifers and hardwoods. A thick gathering of ferns and ivy create privacy between sites, and while some overlook the river, others neighbor the mountain cr Read more...
To river, or not to river… Is that even a question? It shouldn’t be when the nearest source is the Clackamas, which boasts amazing whitewater rafting, endless opportunities to get your fishing game on, and wild wildlife watching--including bald eagle sightings! Riverside Campground is a quaint getaway, with 16 single, non-reservable sites at one h Read more...
Rainbow Campground will lead you to your own personal ‘pot of gold’, whether that be an artisanal s’more at the end of a day’s hike, whitewater rafting, or grilling up your prized river monster over the campfire. Each of the 17 sites comes prepped with a table, campfire ring, nearby vault toilets, and potable water. Give the ol’ legs a stretch, an Read more...
Trillium Lake Campground shines brighter than Rihanna wearing diamonds. It’s so popular it’d win a student government election! There are 52 single sites and 5 double sites, each of which is equipped with a table campfire ring with grill and access to vault toilets and drinking water. Boating, fishing, swimming and hiking are all popular activitie Read more...
The more, the merrier! Raab Campground is a newer, group-centric getaway for those who are looking for the space of multiple campsites or have large families. And you know what more people means… more s’mores! Voyagers of all skill levels will find their groove just outside of Raab Campground, with hiking, fly fishing, bicycling, whitewater raftin Read more...
At Frog Lake Campground, you can bet that you won’t be counting sheep--but frogs as they sing (ribbit) you sweet, (ribbit) lullabies under the moonlight! Located just past the town of Government Camp in Mt. Hood National Forest, base camp chills at an elevation of 3,800 feet in a dense tree, and frog (ribbit) area. Frog Lake covers 10 acres and is Read more...
No restrooms, no water, no reservations, no problem! That’s what camping’s about, right? Though a reservation isn’t required, there is a fee of $10/night for the eight sites that compose Lower Lake Campground. Located on Ollalie Lake, activities include the expected: non-motorized boating, and fishing. While the unexpected includes a nearby entran Read more...
Lakefront property at $15/night? Can’t beat it! Paul Dennis (Ollalie Lake) Campground consists of 17 non-reservable sites, frequented for its convenient proximity to--you guessed it--dat lake! Tack some mileage on the ol’ legs, and you’ll discover numerous other lakes, an entrance for the iconic PCT (Pacific Crest Trail), and of course, nature! Be Read more...
Though a reservation isn’t required, ya still gotta shell out 15 big ones for the night at Camp Ten Campground. Located on Ollalie Lake, activities include the expected: non-motorized boating, and fishing. While the unexpected includes a nearby entrance to the PCT (Pacific Crest Trail) that heads south into the Mount Jefferson Wilderness. Whether Read more...
Imagine the sounds you’ll hear at Ripplebrook Campground--spotted owls hooting at night, an actual babbling brook (not the ones that used to come standard on your alarm clock), partnered with the quietude of chilling next to fellow mellow campers. Ripplebrook has 17 sites ideal for tent campers, but also welcomes tent trailers and RVs under 19 fee Read more...
Sleep well at Still Creek, as the sounds of burbling water echo throughout the campground. Stay well knowing you’re at one of the closest campgrounds to Mt. Hood, with ample room for tent and RV camping. And settle-in well with amenities ranging from potable water to sites with tables, and campfire rings with grills scattered about the 27 reservab Read more...
Let us make it clear for you--Clear Lake Campground is an adventurer’s paradise! Lake lovahs can boat, swim, fish, and sail on the lake; and while a steady breeze keeps pesky bugs away from your sweet skin, it also propels the sailboats. So much win. Don’t let the winter months lead you astray either, this place is bonkers when it snows! Go sleddi Read more...
There’s so much to experience at Kingfisher Campground, you might as well book multiple trips in advance! Voyagers can try their hand at rafting 5 miles of class III-IV whitewater on the more than 17-mile Collawash River. Additional activities include mountain biking several primitive forest roads, hiking numerous trailheads, or taking your advent Read more...
You’ll ‘lake’ what you see at Horseshoe Lake Campground! At $15/night, reservations can be made to secure your spot at this six-site, high-elevation lake, popular for fishing, and a casual canoe expedition. Hike nearby, and you’ll find numerous other lakes, a peek at the iconic PCT (Pacific Crest Trail), and our fave, nature! Before you blast into Read more...
The view of Mt. Hood. That’s what Instagram was made for, we’re sure of it. Get all the snaps you need from Hoodview Campground, one of four campgrounds surrounding nature’s water park, Timothy Lake. In between snaps, make sure to take in the sights (we mentioned Mt. Hood, right?), sounds, and smells of water splashing in your hair, or a trip arou Read more...
Isn’t it time to take a McWeekend away from the city? Arrive at McNeil Campground and you can do just that, without much intrusion from neighbors at this lightly used campground. At 34 non-reservable sites, you still have some of the amenities of home with 2 vault toilets (we use the word ‘home’ loosely). But who needs amenities when you’ll be spe Read more...
Egads! Reservable campsites in Mt. Hood National Forest! And potable water! That’s because the 33 sites at this campground border Rock Creek Reservoir where you can go swimming, boating (non-motorized), or angling for rainbow trout, all the choices hip. Since Rock Creek Reservoir is highly frequented, overflow and day-use parking are also availabl Read more...
Man and wild live amongst each other at Riley Horse Camp that boasts six equine-fine sites out of the total 14 available. The horses have it good with nearby Lost Creek and the Sandy River to drink from, whereas you’ll have to bring (or filter) your own drankin’ water. Nearby time killers include fly fishing in the rivers, scenic drives, and picni Read more...
At Lake Harriet Campground, voyagers can dip their toes in the 22-acre lake for a leisurely swim, fish from a nearby dock, or venture out via water by loading into the boat ramp (non-motorized rigs only). Thrill-seekers, head further down the river to find class III-IV whitewater rafting on the Clackamas River. All 13 sites at Lake Harriet Campgro Read more...
To river, or not to river… Is that even a question? It shouldn’t be when the nearest source is the Clackamas, which boasts amazing whitewater rafting, endless opportunities to get your fishing game on, and wild wildlife watching--including the bald eagle! Sunset Strip Campground is a quaint getaway, with 8 tent-only, non-reservable sites at $20/ni Read more...