The best cave campgrounds near Vancouver, Washington

Looking to go camping near Vancouver, Washington and explore caves? Look no further! Hipcamp offers over 180 options for camping near Vancouver, Washington with caves. With options as low as $35 per night, you can find the perfect campsite to suit your budget. Some of the top campsites in the area include WindWoodRivers (423 reviews), Horse Lovers Paradise (237 reviews), and The Falls at Elk Prairie (42 reviews). These campsites offer popular amenities such as toilets, trash, and campfires, and activities like swimming, horseback riding, and boating. Book your camping adventure today!

98% (1.1K)

Top-rated campgrounds

Looking to go camping near Vancouver, Washington and explore caves? Look no further! Hipcamp offers over 180 options for camping near Vancouver, Washington with caves. With options as low as $35 per night, you can find the perfect campsite to suit your budget. Some of the top campsites in the area include WindWoodRivers (423 reviews), Horse Lovers Paradise (237 reviews), and The Falls at Elk Prairie (42 reviews). These campsites offer popular amenities such as toilets, trash, and campfires, and activities like swimming, horseback riding, and boating. Book your camping adventure today!

98% (1.1K)

Top-rated campgrounds

1. WindWoodRivers

97%

(916)

39mi from Vancouver · 7 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging · Home Valley, WA

One of the oldest original homesteads in the area, for nearly 150 years this gem has been in the family. We have shared it with many people over the years and would love to share it with you! These beloved woods are the remaining part of the once vast, St. Martin homestead-started in the late 1800s. Our family ties and our roots grow very deeply in these woods-we've been born and raised here and continue to strive to be good stewards of these lands. Pristine woods, trails, river access, and more! Located in the heart of the Columbia River Gorge, 60 minutes east of Portland, 25 minutes west of Hood River. A truly tranquil place to enjoy exclusively, or to use as a basecamp for the unlimited adventures possible in this scenic area. Welcome and enjoy!

2. Elk Falls Outdoor Retreat

99%

(347)

46mi from Vancouver · 3 sites · Tents, RVs · Molalla, OR

Learn more about this land: Please REVIEW THE RULES TO MAKE SURE THEY CAN BE ADHERED TO. Dogs, anyone under the Age of 21, more than 4 people per Permit are NOT ALLOWED. Any Firewood brought onto the Property, must be PREPACKAGED, STORE BOUGHT FIREWOOD ONLY. This is to protect the Property from invasive Insects and Disease. Please disregard any AI generated Information on the Website. It's inaccurate, misconstrued and not up to Date. Thank you for your understanding with this Situation. Centrally located in the Foothills of the Cascade Mountain Range between Portland and Salem, "Elk Falls Outdoor Recreation Retreat" is a small, private, "ADULT ONLY" (minimum of 21 years) outdoor recreation Retreat that provides the general Public with all Aspects of outdoor recreation Activities and Pursuits.. This isolated and remote Outdoor Retreat will provide the quiet, peaceful and semi private outdoor recreation Experience you're looking for. Currently there are three outdoor recreation Permits available. Recreation Permits allow access to forty Acres of private timberland Property for outdoor recreation Activities including, but not limited to, Hunting, Fishing, r/v Parking, dispersed Camping, Hiking, Bicycling, Horseback riding, Swimming and Nature watching. Enjoy Time spent at a forty foot Waterfall that flows into a damned swimming Hole and fishing Pond. The swimming Hole and Pond is accessible by a short Walk from the end of the access Road. Direct Access is also available to hundreds of Acres of Port Blakely Tree Farm Property. Ask about sportsmans Discounts with Proof of valid Oregon hunting and fishing Licenses. The Molalla River Corridor, Table Rock Wilderness Area and Silver Falls State Park are all close by.

3. Horse Lovers Paradise

99%

(571)

17mi from Vancouver · 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.

4. Paradise Point State Park

94%

(8)

82 sites · La Center, Washington

Discover the allure of Paradise Point State Park's riverfront charm.

Pets

Electrical Hookup

Toilets

5. Gifford Pinchot National Forest

93%

(80)

954 sites · Packwood, Washington

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

Pets

Toilets

Campfires

6. Mount St. Helens National Volcanic Monument

90%

(5)

52 sites · Morton, Washington

Explore the blast-zone, backcountry, and lava tubes of Mount St. Helens.

Pets

Toilets

7. Willamette Mission State Park

1 site · Brooks, Oregon

Captivating camping and fabulous fishing tucked in between Portland and Salem.

Toilets

Campfires

Picnic table

Public campgrounds near Vancouver

94%

(8)

Paradise Point Campground

17mi from Vancouver · 82 sites · Tents, RVs · in Paradise Point State Park

100%

(2)

Sunset Campground

21mi from Vancouver · 18 sites · Tents, RVs · in Gifford Pinchot National Forest

100%

(2)

Canyon Creek Campground

27mi from Vancouver · 18 sites · Tents, RVs · in Gifford Pinchot National Forest

Government Mineral Springs Campground

34mi from Vancouver · 10 sites · Tents, RVs · in Gifford Pinchot National Forest

100%

(1)

Gov. Mineral Springs Cabin

34mi from Vancouver · 1 site · in Gifford Pinchot National Forest

Beaver Campground

34mi from Vancouver · 23 sites · Tents, RVs · in Gifford Pinchot National Forest

panther creek, a 20 min drive from camp ground

100%

(5)

Panther Creek Campground

37mi from Vancouver · 28 sites · Tents, RVs · in Gifford Pinchot National Forest

90%

(5)

Kalama Horse Camp Campground

37mi from Vancouver · 52 sites · in Mount St. Helens National Volcanic Monument

100%

(6)

Paradise Creek Campground

39mi from Vancouver · 41 sites · Tents, RVs · in Gifford Pinchot National Forest

Crest Camp/Trailhead Campground

43mi from Vancouver · 6 sites · Tents, RVs · in Gifford Pinchot National Forest

Falls Creek Horse Camp

43mi from Vancouver · 8 sites · in Gifford Pinchot National Forest

Beaver Island Group Tent Camp

44mi from Vancouver · 1 site · Tent, RV · in Willamette Mission State Park

Stories from the community

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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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Adam

October 2025

Tent

With pets

Weekend Trip to WindWoodRivers

The sites are all very unique. We loved out stay. Lots of salmon making a run up river right now. It was very cool to watch the salmon and also a big group of kayakers going by. Sites were clean. Wish we would have added the sauna add on. They looked really neat.

Chris

October 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to WindWoodRivers

Great spot, great family, we will always return! Thanks!

Site 3: Red Alder. This spot is the most private of the three.

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Monica

October 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Elk Falls Outdoor Retreat

I loved tent camping here, could hear the falls all night so peaceful even from the furthest spot campsite #3

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Saira

October 2025

Tent

1 night at WindWoodRivers

Loved the location and the beautiful woods and water access. Will definitely be back!

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Grant

October 2025

Tent

Group trip

Weekend Trip to WindWoodRivers

Absolutely loved our stay at WindWoodRivers, the host was extremely responsive and helpful in answering our questions, the campsite and accommodations (ie toilet) were extremely well kept, and the campsites were well distanced to allow for a secluded experience

Kasey

September 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Elk Falls Outdoor Retreat

Wonderful and magical place to be. Pack light or bring a wagon. It's a hike and incline to go to and from the campsite. Well worth it thought! The water was cold but we jumped in anyway and had a blast. Stargazing is a must!

Sara

September 2025

Tent

2 nights at Elk Falls Outdoor Retreat

We absolutely loved at our stay on Clint's land by the waterfall! It feels like you're in a hidden little magical ravine. It felt clear to me that Clint treats the land with a lot of respect and reverence - please follow his guidelines to help in taking good care of this little oasis.

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Drew

September 2025

Tent

Group trip

Weekend Trip to WindWoodRivers

Easily my favorite private camping experience in the PNW. Everything is here, contained, maintained, and beautifully private and safe.

S

September 2025

Tent

With kids

Weekend Trip to WindWoodRivers

It was a beautiful site and we enjoyed it very much. We will book again!

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Hannah

September 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Elk Falls Outdoor Retreat

The space is beautiful and so well cared for. Very comfortable and a wonderful place to spend a couple days. Clint is a great host!

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Hannah

September 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Elk Falls Outdoor Retreat

Absolutely beautiful place! Clint is a great host. 103429054/10 recommend.

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Kaela

September 2025

19 ft pop-up camper

1 night at WindWoodRivers

Wonderful! Naturally incredible area, but also thoughtfully set up campgrounds and welcoming host.

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Ezra

September 2025

Tent

1 night at Elk Falls Outdoor Retreat

Beautiful location! Super private. The host was very kind a passionate about sharing the land with others. My partner and I had a great time. Will definitely return :)

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Ann

September 2025

Tent

Group trip

Weekend Trip to WindWoodRivers

Beautiful location, great trails, great privacy!!!

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Shauna

September 2025

17 ft campervan

2 nights at Elk Falls Outdoor Retreat

This place is an absolute dream! Clint is an incredible host, such a kind soul to share this beautiful land! The waterfall is perfect and so soothing! Thanks again for the firewood! I can’t wait to come back! 🧚‍♀️🌲

Gitanjali

September 2025

Tent

Group trip

1 night at WindWoodRivers

This is such a lovely spot at the confluence of the Wind River & the Little Wind River. Lots of space for all of our tents and vehicles. Also, the perfect spot for full moon camping and late night skyviews. The soaking & swimming are just dreamy. The composting toilet was really clean. Thank you for sharing this treasure.

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Kat

September 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to WindWoodRivers

I loved the land, we stayed in eagle nest and it was very cozy and secluded. Just perfect. The only thing that was annoying is when I asked a question that didn’t get answered. We figured it out but it would have been nice to have peace of mind. The water was amazing, the toilets were clean and very nice ! The access to get in was easy and made you feel very secure. This land is very much loved.

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Grace

September 2025

Tent

1 night at Elk Falls Outdoor Retreat

Had an excellent time dispersed camping at this sportsman retreat! Options for bike riding, rv, fishing, or dispersed camping all throughout the property. Please respect the rules so that we can all continue to enjoy this wonderful spot:)

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Hayley

August 2025

Tent

Group trip

Weekend Trip to Elk Falls Outdoor Retreat

One of the most beautiful waterfalls in Oregon and you can camp there!? This place is truly magical and the host is so kind and accommodating. 10/10 would recommend.