Top-rated campgrounds near Fairview
1. Government Island State Recreation Area
2. Battle Ground Lake State Park
3. Gifford Pinchot National Forest
4. Willamette Mission State Park
Top-rated campgrounds near Fairview
1. Government Island State Recreation Area
2. Battle Ground Lake State Park
3. Gifford Pinchot National Forest
4. Willamette Mission State Park
The best waterside camping near Fairview guide
Where to go
The Columbia River Gorge
Just outside of Fairview, the Columbia River Gorge is home to some of the most spectacular scenery in the Pacific Northwest. Here you’ll find miles of wooded hiking trails, great vantage points, and plenty of scenic waterfalls.
Along the Clackamas River
South of Fairview, the Clackamas River is popular for fishing and whitewater rafting. There are also plenty of swimming holes along the river for cooling off during hot summer months.
Portland
While Portland isn’t exactly a place to camp, it is home to some spectacular scenery, great outdoor stores, and famous food. If you’ve had enough of camp fare and want something a bit more gourmet, you’ll be well taken care of—even the famous food cart pods in town offer food worth writing home about.
When to go
If you’re coming to Fairview, it’s probably with the intention of visiting the Columbia Gorge, which is beautiful throughout the year. Hiking conditions are at their best in the summer when the chance of rain is at its lowest, though this is also the busiest time so be prepared for crowds and, potentially, a lack of parking. Springtime is a good alternative if you don’t mind the rain—the waterfalls are at their fullest in the pre-summer months, too.