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Mt Hood Vantopia Base Camp
Hosted by Max ¡ Welches, Oregon
3 sites ¡ RV, Tent ¡ 0.5 acres
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100% Recommend20 ratings ¡ 18 reviews
Recommends
¡ May 2026
Great large fenced in area, loved the covered area and the shower pod! Close to great hikes, and Pub 26 was a couple minutes down the road, great for a couple games of pool!
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Jesselynn M.
1 month on Hipcamp
I gave myself and my soulpup this quick overnight camping getaway for my birthday. It was exactly what I wanted and needed! My pup always has to be on a short tie out or leash when we car camp, but this spot gave him freedom to explore. Because heâs a smaller dog and can be a little escape artist when he wants to be, I stacked a large piece of firewood against the gate to prevent him from trying to push through or under. Probably not needed, but he was excited about his new found freedom! After that was solved, I was absolutely mind blown at the amenities Max has so well thought through and provided! The covered shelter, the propane fire pit, the perfectly stocked day box, plentiful firewood and fire pits, lighting and a bathroom thatâs as clean as mine is at home! The locale is very close to the Hwy, but the road noise dies down quickly in the evening. I got far more sleep than I usually get in one night. For those who have reactive dogs, there was a neighbor pup who came to investigate at the back fence line, but they said their hellos once through the fence as best they could (since they couldnât really SEE each other) and that was that. It wasnât an ongoing thing, and a non issue. However, my pup said to mention there IS a pesky squirrel that torments him from the trees that needs to be dealt with. âşď¸ But, we will be back again soon enough! Great night car camping. Perfect spot. Incredibly thoughtful host! Birthday R&R mission accomplished.
Amy F.
4 reviews
Great location, secure, thoughtfully stocked and very clean. Everything we would need. A heater in the bathroom would have been next level but not expected from this type of accommodation. Would come back!
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Anisa P.
6 years on Hipcamp
Recommends
¡ September 2025
Tent ¡
2
We had a wonderful car camping experience here! Max was an amazing host â very accommodating, thoughtful, and made sure we had everything we needed for a comfortable stay. The campsite was well kept and had all the essentials ready for us, which made our trip so much easier. You can really see the care and effort Max puts into making guests feel welcome. Highly recommend this spot to anyone looking for a relaxing and hassle-free camping experience!
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Premsanth S.
3 years on Hipcamp
Recommends
¡ September 2025
20 ft campervan ¡
2
Very nicely put together. The amenities under the shelter with mosquito spray, propane fire pit were a nice touch. The bathroom/shower was very very clean.
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Debbie R.
11 months on Hipcamp
Recommends
¡ September 2025
16 ft Class C ¡ With pets ¡
Private Vantopia Basecamp Buyout
Our stay was fantastic. Perfect spot Close to hiking and biking, great for four legged family members.
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Rebecca M.
5 reviews
Recommends
¡ September 2025
16 ft car ¡
2
This campsite was absolutely lovely, it had everything you could need for a good place to land for the night (or more). My dogs absolutely loved having a safe space to stretch their legs while we made our trek to and from WA. Thank you Max for being so accommodating.
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Brianna J.
10 months on Hipcamp
Recommends
¡ August 2025
20 ft campervan ¡
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We had a great stay at Vantopia! Max was very responsive, answered all our questions, and made sure our stay went well. The location was perfect for our adventures. Youâll get a small amount of road noise, but it didnât bother us at all. The shower was really nice after a long day. We didnât use the toilet as we had one in our camper. Everything was very clean and tidy, tree cover was nice for the hotter days. Overall we recommend the spot and are hoping to come back!
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Makena W.
11 months on Hipcamp
I loved camping at Vantopia in Welches., OR. Our host Max was great at communicating arrival time and making our stay comfortable. We rode the alpine slide at Mt. Hood which was just a short 10 min drive. Highly recommend staying at Maxâs place!
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Rene N.
4 years on Hipcamp
A tranquil special place, with many details to make the stay very pleasant, including lots of firewood, a propane fire pit, electrical hookup, a covered seating and eating area, and a most delightful shower. Love the stickers too
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Maria T.
5 years on Hipcamp
Recommends
¡ July 2025
18 ft campervan ¡ With pets ¡
2
What a lovely spot⌠my dog and I felt spoiled for the one overnight we were there. Max, the host, thought of everything. I really appreciated all the thoughtful details (outlined in description). And he is super friendly and responsive. While we couldnât have a real campfire, the propane pit set the mood just fine in the evening. And despite some road noise from Rt. 26, the space is peaceful⌠we slept soundly under the Doug Firs. We were the only campers, so we got the entire property to ourselves. My dog definitely enjoyed the fenced-in exploring. Be sure to go the the Mt. Hood Baking Company just down the road!
Laura D.
3 reviews
Recommends
¡ July 2025
20 ft campervan ¡ With pets ¡
2
We loved this site and Max was a great host! Having a fenced area to let the dog run around was so nice after a day in the car. The site had everything we needed and more. We will definitely stay here next time we're in the area.
Kathy F.
21 reviews
Nice clean spot and really close to the Mt. Hood action. Fantastic covered space and shower. Host was great as well. Be prepared to pack out trash and your poop bags.
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Jt N.
1 year on Hipcamp
Solid spot for a base camp. Well designed with good amenities. The host is cool and had everything dialed in for a good experience.
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John C.
1 year on Hipcamp
Recommends
¡ July 2025
16 ft car ¡ With pets ¡
2
Amazing time camping on Max's land! Shower and potable water was perfect, plus tons of hiking within less than 15mins! 10/10 would recommend.
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Najee H.
1 year on Hipcamp
My friends and I rolled up to this beautiful spot just off the road, and it was exactly what we needed after a long drive from Bend. Finding campsites can be tricky this time of year, so we were stoked to land such a peaceful and well-kept site. Even though it rained all day, the covered area made a huge difference in giving us space to eat dinner, hang out, and stash gear while we set up our car camp. Plenty of room for my pup to run around, and the on-site bathroom was super clean (huge bonus!). Itâs also a great jumping-off point if you're looking to exploreâMt. Hood is just one of many nearby adventures. Max was a great host and was responsive, helpful, and welcoming. Would definitely come back!
Gabriella M.
3 years on Hipcamp
We loved our stay at Vantopia. We travel with our 2 dogs and they loved sniffing around the completely fenced camping area while we were relaxing after an awesome day at the BLM Wildwood Rec area just up the road! We loved how close the amenities were (thrift way and restaurants) while being in the woods. We will be back, as we want to check out multiple trailheads in the vicinity (the zig zag ranger station has all the information on so many hikes and is minutes away.
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Elizabeth C.
1 year on Hipcamp
We had a great experience staying at this site! The space was more than enough for our needsâspacious, clean, and very well-maintained. One of the highlights was the covered area for our gear and meals, which really made our stay more comfortable, especially during the evenings. It was a real treat to have running water, making it feel more like a "glamping" experience than a traditional campsite.
What I loved most was the seclusion. The site felt private and peaceful, allowing us to relax in nature without the usual crowding that comes with other campsites. But even though it felt tucked away, it was just minutes from everything we needed. The proximity to great restaurants, coffee (recommend Mt. Hood Baking Company), a grocery store, and stunning Mt. Hood and its hiking trails made it so convenient. We had so many outdoor adventures, knowing we had a comfortable, peaceful spot to return to.
Highly recommend this site to anyone looking for a peaceful yet well-connected spot for their camper van adventures!
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Molly M.
6 years on Hipcamp
Location
Welches, Clackamas County, Oregon, United StatesTo respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking
Hosted by Max M.
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