- Waterside Camping
The best waterside camping near Hillsboro
96% (10.8K) • 121 campsites
Top-rated campgrounds near Hillsboro
Powder Creek Campground
1. Powder Creek Campground
99%
(1609)
40mi from Hillsboro · 13 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
Powder Creek Ranch is 362 acres, nestled into a valley, surrounded by forest in the Oregon Coast Range. The campground is in a secluded meadow next to Powder Creek, a pristine year round stream, perfect for wading and playing in. If you're looking to unplug and escape from the chaos of city life, we are all about peace and quiet and connecting with nature.
Each of our 13 extra large campsites offers access to the creek, a picnic table and campfire ring.
All sites accommodate RVs as well as tent camping. No hook-ups or potable water available.
There are seven (7) creek side sites, one site next to a pond and all have ample space around them so you don't feel crowded.
Our newest addition is a cabin overlooking Powder Creek, tucked away by itself. Solar powered.
The Ranch has 1/2 mile of Nestucca River frontage where you can swim or fish, whichever floats your boat.
Niagara Creek/Pheasant Creek falls is a nearby hiking trail and there are roads as well as deer and elk trails to explore all over the ranch. If you feel like venturing further, the beach is 23 miles away in Pacific City. Tillamook is 25 miles.
We also offer pasture raised pork for sale. A variety of sausages (breakfast, chorizo, Italian, Bratwurst and French Garlic links) and pork chops.
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Government Island State Recreation Area
2. Government Island State Recreation Area
50%
(3)
State park 21mi from Hillsboro · 1 site
Fish and play in the water along the 15 miles of shoreline in this state park!
Campfires
Toilets
Picnic table
Battle Ground Lake State Park
3. Battle Ground Lake State Park
100%
(5)
State park 29mi from Hillsboro · 54 sites
Lush forests and a volcanic crater lake delight at this Cascades foothills gem.
Pets
Toilets
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Willamette Mission State Park
4. Willamette Mission State Park
State park 32mi from Hillsboro · 1 site
Captivating camping and fabulous fishing tucked in between Portland and Salem.
Toilets
Campfires
Picnic table
Siuslaw National Forest
5. Siuslaw National Forest
96%
(35)
National forest 95mi from Hillsboro · 902 sites
Hike through old-growth forest or take in ocean views at this coastal woodland.
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
Gifford Pinchot National Forest
6. Gifford Pinchot National Forest
93%
(80)
National forest 111mi from Hillsboro · 954 sites
Explore old-growth forests, volcanic peaks, and thousands of miles of trails.
Pets
Toilets
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96% (10.8K) • 121 campsites
Top-rated campgrounds near Hillsboro
Powder Creek Campground
1. Powder Creek Campground
99%
(1609)
40mi from Hillsboro · 13 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
Powder Creek Ranch is 362 acres, nestled into a valley, surrounded by forest in the Oregon Coast Range. The campground is in a secluded meadow next to Powder Creek, a pristine year round stream, perfect for wading and playing in. If you're looking to unplug and escape from the chaos of city life, we are all about peace and quiet and connecting with nature.
Each of our 13 extra large campsites offers access to the creek, a picnic table and campfire ring.
All sites accommodate RVs as well as tent camping. No hook-ups or potable water available.
There are seven (7) creek side sites, one site next to a pond and all have ample space around them so you don't feel crowded.
Our newest addition is a cabin overlooking Powder Creek, tucked away by itself. Solar powered.
The Ranch has 1/2 mile of Nestucca River frontage where you can swim or fish, whichever floats your boat.
Niagara Creek/Pheasant Creek falls is a nearby hiking trail and there are roads as well as deer and elk trails to explore all over the ranch. If you feel like venturing further, the beach is 23 miles away in Pacific City. Tillamook is 25 miles.
We also offer pasture raised pork for sale. A variety of sausages (breakfast, chorizo, Italian, Bratwurst and French Garlic links) and pork chops.
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
from
$50
/ night
Government Island State Recreation Area
2. Government Island State Recreation Area
50%
(3)
State park 21mi from Hillsboro · 1 site
Fish and play in the water along the 15 miles of shoreline in this state park!
Campfires
Toilets
Picnic table
Battle Ground Lake State Park
3. Battle Ground Lake State Park
100%
(5)
State park 29mi from Hillsboro · 54 sites
Lush forests and a volcanic crater lake delight at this Cascades foothills gem.
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
Willamette Mission State Park
4. Willamette Mission State Park
State park 32mi from Hillsboro · 1 site
Captivating camping and fabulous fishing tucked in between Portland and Salem.
Toilets
Campfires
Picnic table
Siuslaw National Forest
5. Siuslaw National Forest
96%
(35)
National forest 95mi from Hillsboro · 902 sites
Hike through old-growth forest or take in ocean views at this coastal woodland.
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
Gifford Pinchot National Forest
6. Gifford Pinchot National Forest
93%
(80)
National forest 111mi from Hillsboro · 954 sites
Explore old-growth forests, volcanic peaks, and thousands of miles of trails.
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community
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Kim
September 2025
35 ft travel trailer
Really beautiful place to camp! Love the hosts!
We would definitely camp there again.
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Tyler
September 2025
Tent
My friend and I camped at this ranch for two nights and had a great experience. Bev is great, the ranch is really pretty and relatively close to the coast, the fishing is fun- we would 100% come back.
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David
September 2025
Tent
Group trip
We have stayed three times at this campground, and enjoyed it each time. Well-maintained camping area, clean portapotties, helpful & attentive hosts. It's a beautiful place to spend time. Our only downside this time was the camping neighbors running their RV generators for hours at a time during the day, which was really very annoying and disrupted the peace & quiet, but not against the rules. When we stay at state parks, we're usually out exploring during the day, but this campground is so nice that you may want to just hang out and enjoy your spacious campsite most of the time. We will still return, but got unlucky this time with the noise.
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Allana
September 2025
Tent
This was our first hip camp experience and we really enjoyed our stay here! It was so beautiful and peaceful! We stayed in campsite #8 which worked out perfectly for hammock camping. Lastly, the hosts were very welcoming and kind!
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Ashley
September 2025
Tent
Group trip
It was such a cozy campgrounds with lots of space between campsites. Very beautiful and well kept area.
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Jennifer
September 2025
23 ft campervan
I loved our stay at Powder Creek Campground! The hosts are kind and thoughtful, the sites are spacious and level, the creek is beautiful at all times of the day. This land is so special. It’s truly hard to put it all in words. My husband and I came for our anniversary weekend. We had to stay an extra day because we just couldn’t bear to leave. I have never camped at a campground where it was so relaxing and peaceful. We saw deer munching under the apple tree and a Blue Heron fly overhead to the creek. It was a magical weekend. We can’t wait to bring our family and friends back!
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Devon
September 2025
24 ft Class C
Powder creek was great! The host was very kind and accommodating and we loved her friendly pup ☺️
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Jay
September 2025
20 ft campervan
With pets
I had such a wonderful stay at Powder Creek! The property is stunning and falling asleep next to the running creek every night was just perfect. There were blackberries everywhere for the picking, deer everywhere, and the location is great being so close to the coast. The Outpost down the street had great breakfast! It was such a nice reset for my partner and I, and the host was so gracious, she brought us some plums, squash and cucumber from her garden which were fantastic! I definitely plan to come back, 10/10 :-)
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Caleb
September 2025
20 ft campervan
With pets
Beautiful property and kind hosts! Sleeping with creek sounds is pretty ideal, the blackberries are EVERYWHERE, and there’s a big group of deer that’ll be camping right with ya 😅. 10 out of 10 🚐
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maria
September 2025
Tent
Group trip
My friends and I absolutely love this place! Every year we go camping about twice, and we always choose this campground—it never lets us down. One time we decided to try a different campground, but it turned out to be nothing like the photos and not what we expected at all. That same day, we booked at Powder Creek Campground, and thankfully there was availability—it truly saved us!
We love how spacious and friendly this place is. There’s plenty of room, which we really enjoy, and having a river nearby where we can swim makes it even better. Everyone is so kind, and the host is wonderful as well. This is our third time staying here, and we couldn’t be happier or more grateful.
Without a doubt, our annual camping trips will always be here. Thank you for being so attentive!
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Andy
September 2025
Tent
Cool spot with nice Nestucca frontage. Clean portapotties, huge sites, and a friendly hostess. Spot 8 is by the entrance driveway, but its a non-issue.
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Ruth
September 2025
Tent
With pets
Great place for easy camping. Not as private as we thought. The creek is terrific.
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Shannon
September 2025
Tent
With kids
Our 2nd year in a row at Powder Creek and we loved it, even eith the thunderstorm the first night! We'll be back again!
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Roshin
September 2025
Tent
Magical place! Would love to come back and stay longer. Campsite 5 is so nice and secluded and we loved the creek access.
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Alex
September 2025
Tent
Group trip
Amazing place. Truly an exceptional experience to unwind.
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Tyler
September 2025
Tent
The site was beautiful, right by a creek and had plenty of space. The host was very helpful and responsive when I had questions.
There was a firepit and we were able to help enjoy making smores over the fire and buy bundles of firewood right on site. The campgfround was quiet, dog friendly and an overall great experience!
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Karyn
August 2025
22 ft travel trailer
Group trip
We stayed in site #3. It was right on the stream and it was so peaceful.
It was so quiet and a lovely campground! Each site was huge with plenty of room for tents, cars and game playing. The hosts were so kind as well.
This location was absolutely the best!
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Raul
August 2025
Tent
Nice, quiet and relaxing atmosphere surrounded by beautiful trees and a nice creek.
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John
August 2025
Tent
Beautiful property! This campsite was perfect for hot weather. Shaded and right next to the creek. The hosts were very kind and the sausage they sold us was yummy :) we’ll be back!
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Rachel
August 2025
Tent
With kids
We've returned multiple times to this beautiful site and appreciated the mid-week serenity this time around. Large private sites and the beautiful creek keep up coming back! Appreciate your hospitality!
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Where to go
L.L. Stub Stewart State Park
A half-hour drive from Hillsboro, L.L. Stub Stewart State Park offers nearly 30 miles of trails and great night-sky views. It's popular among day trippers, who come here to hike, picnic, mountain bike, and ride horses, but plenty of people choose to stay the night in one of the on-site cabins or campsites.
The Oregon Coast
Hillsboro is a little over an hour away from the Oregon Coast via the Sunset Highway (26W), which crosses over the densely wooded Coastal Range, ultimately connecting with US 101. There are plenty of stops to stop and hike along the way, from Saddle Mountain just inland from the coast and Ecola State Park near Cannon Beach. There are also tons of state park-run campgrounds up and down the Oregon Coast, many of which offer tent and RV camping plus full hookups.
The Willamette Valley Wine Country
While Hillsboro has a few small wineries of its own, you'll find a denser concentration of wine-tasting options by heading a bit further south, either via Yamhill and Carlton on Highway 47 or by taking Highway 99W to Newberg and onwards to McMinnville. The Willamette Valley has about two-thirds of Oregon's wineries and is celebrated for its bold Pinots Noirs.
When to go
You'll get the best weather in Hillsboro if you visit between July and September, when the temperatures are generally warm and the chance of rainfall is slim. The rest of the year gets cold and rainy, and while spring and fall do get some pleasant days, it’s hard to gauge when they will be. While the area doesn’t get much snow, freezing rain is a major issue that can lead to dangerously slick roads.
