Lake Camping Near Vernonia, Oregon, US: 12 Best Lake Campsites 2025

Looking to camp near Vernonia, Oregon and have a preference for a lake? Look no further than Powder Creek Campground (467 reviews), Cedar Root at Highland Butte (321 reviews), or Horse Lovers Paradise (237 reviews). Prices range from as low as $20 per night to an average of $62 per night. And don't worry about amenities, popular options include cooking equipment, potable water, and trash disposal. Engage in thrilling activities such as hiking, paddling, and wildlife watching. Get ready for an unforgettable camping experience!

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Top-rated campgrounds

Looking to camp near Vernonia, Oregon and have a preference for a lake? Look no further than Powder Creek Campground (467 reviews), Cedar Root at Highland Butte (321 reviews), or Horse Lovers Paradise (237 reviews). Prices range from as low as $20 per night to an average of $62 per night. And don't worry about amenities, popular options include cooking equipment, potable water, and trash disposal. Engage in thrilling activities such as hiking, paddling, and wildlife watching. Get ready for an unforgettable camping experience!

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1. Powder Creek Campground

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48mi from Vernonia · 17 sites · Tents, RVs · Beaver, OR

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.

2. Horse Lovers Paradise

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31mi from Vernonia · 8 sites · Tents, Lodging · Amboy, WA

Horse Lovers Paradise is nestled in the beautiful Hazen Valley amongst Douglas Fir trees and a seasonal stream. Here on the ranch we provide room for campers with Tents, RV's, remote Hillside Camping and a Cozy Bunkhouse Room. You will find the ranch peaceful and serene. Our garden/event area is prefect for children to play or gathering for a visit. There's firewood available which you may purchase here on the HipCamp site. There are plenty of animals to love. We have horses to brush, ride and feed. You may also see a dog, cat and free-range chickens. Did I happen to mention that we have a pet pig? Yes, Miss Piggy!! We are all about the animals and hoping to create wonderful memories for you and your family.

3. Road’s end vacation rental Rockaway

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41mi from Vernonia · 3 sites · Lodging · Rockaway Beach, OR

"Camp" in Comfort – Nestled in the Woods, Minutes from the Oregon Coast Tucked at the end of a quiet road in Rockaway Beach, Oregon, Rockaway Falcon offers a secluded and cozy forest cottage experience just five minutes from the ocean. Set against a lush backdrop of mossy pines, cedars, and alders, this 3-bedroom, 2-bath home combines the serenity of nature with modern comforts — including a 7-person LED waterfall hot tub, outdoor fire pit, and a fully equipped kitchen. Wake to birdsong and sip your coffee with forest views from every window. Spend your day exploring hidden trails, strolling to Twin Rocks Beach, or visiting local gems like Pronto Pup and the Rockaway shops. Return to your private garden for stargazing by the fire or soaking under the forest canopy. What You’ll Love: Private forest setting on the edge of National Forest land Large deck with hot tub & outdoor seating Fire pit area surrounded by trees Family- and pet-friendly layout with space to roam Minutes to beach, Twin Rocks, shops, and Nehalem Bay Peaceful, road’s-end location away from traffic Space for RV parking and 220 v outdoor outlet Perfect for: Nature lovers who still want comfort Beach hikers & forest explorers Stargazers, forest bathers & families with kids Pet parents and small groups Come experience the magic of the Oregon Coast in this unique forest escape — the best of both worlds: wild nature and cozy comfort.

4. Battle Ground Lake State Park

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54 sites · Lewisville, Washington

Lush forests and a volcanic crater lake delight at this Cascades foothills gem.

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5. Government Island State Recreation Area

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1 site · Maywood Park, Oregon

Fish and play in the water along the 15 miles of shoreline in this state park!

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6. Silver Cove RV

37mi from Vernonia · 1 site · Lodging · Silverlake, WA

Beautiful camp ground with multiple cabins. Fishing available right on site, free for guests. Peaceful environment, as well as beautiful wild life. On site store or minutes from restaurants. All cabins come fully equipped with linens, kitchens and bathrooms. Onsite playground for kids to play on!

7. Oregon Trail Wagon Farm Stay

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47mi from Vernonia · 2 sites · Lodging · Oregon City, OR

Did you know that Oregon City is the end of the Oregon Trail? Enjoy the beauty and quiet of nature and stay in our quaint covered wagons and step back in time! Secluded and tucked away in our 30 acre private park boasting a pond and creek as well as little hiking trails through nature. Enjoy a cozy evening by our (propane) fire pits. S'mores kit included! Ask us about a guided tour to see the rest of the farm and to meet the animals! **We have two wagons available for bookings, please let us know if you're coming with a larger group and would like to book both. We'd then circle the wagons so to speak!**

8. Gifford Pinchot National Forest

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954 sites · Packwood, Washington

Explore old-growth forests, volcanic peaks, and thousands of miles of trails.

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9. Siuslaw National Forest

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902 sites · Yachats, Oregon

Hike through old-growth forest or take in ocean views at this coastal woodland.

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Public campgrounds near Vernonia

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Battle Ground Campground

34mi from Vernonia · 54 sites · Tents, RVs · in Battle Ground Lake State Park

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Government Island Campground

38mi from Vernonia · 1 site · in Government Island State Recreation Area

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Sunset Campground

45mi from Vernonia · 18 sites · Tents, RVs · in Gifford Pinchot National Forest

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Canyon Creek Campground

47mi from Vernonia · 18 sites · Tents, RVs · in Gifford Pinchot National Forest

Rocky Bend Group Campground

48mi from Vernonia · 6 sites · Tents, RVs · in Siuslaw National Forest

Stories from the community

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Jacob

November 2025

With pets

3 nights at Road’s end vacation rental Rockaway

Cute place. Quiet. We enjoyed it. About 10 minute walk to the beach. Thank you!

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Nicole

November 2025

1 night at Horse Lovers Paradise

11/10 stars HIGHLY recommend!! This last minute stop for me absolutely turned my little get away into exactly what I needed. Beautiful property, kind and friendly hosts, clean and cozy accommodations and so many fun loving animals to bring out your happy 🤭 🥰. I will be going back for sure!

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Kim

September 2025

35 ft travel trailer

Weekend Trip to Powder Creek Campground

Really beautiful place to camp! Love the hosts! We would definitely camp there again.

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Tyler

September 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Powder Creek Campground

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

3 nights at Powder Creek Campground

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

Weekend Trip to Powder Creek Campground

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

Weekend Trip to Powder Creek Campground

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

3 nights at Powder Creek Campground

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!

Devon

September 2025

24 ft Class C

Weekend Trip to Powder Creek Campground

Powder creek was great! The host was very kind and accommodating and we loved her friendly pup ☺️

Jay

September 2025

20 ft campervan

With pets

6 nights at Powder Creek Campground

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 :-)

Caleb

September 2025

20 ft campervan

With pets

6 nights at Powder Creek Campground

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 🚐

maria

September 2025

Tent

Group trip

Weekend Trip to Powder Creek Campground

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

Weekend Trip to Powder Creek Campground

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

Weekend Trip to Powder Creek Campground

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

Weekend Trip to Powder Creek Campground

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!

Steve

September 2025

Weekend Trip to Oregon Trail Wagon Farm Stay

What a way cool wagon! Enjoyed the short stay, hope it's longer next time. Peaceful location and wagon was clean. Thank you.

Roshin

September 2025

Tent

1 night at Powder Creek Campground

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

1 night at Powder Creek Campground

Amazing place. Truly an exceptional experience to unwind.

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Tyler

September 2025

Tent

1 night at Powder Creek Campground

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

2 nights at Powder Creek Campground

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!