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Kinnikinnick (laurance Lake) Campground

11 Reviews

About

National Forest

Mt. Hood National Forest

Overview

Kinnikinnick Campground is a hidden gem, situated north of Mt. Hood, just outside of Parkdale, Oregon. Sitting on Laurence Lake, Kinnikinnick Campground offers beautifully landscaped campsites with views of Laurence Lake and the wide-open hills that surround the lake.

Recreation

Laurence Lake allows all non-motorized water sports. There are no rental facilities on site.

Facilities

Laurence Lake allows all non-motorized water sports. There are no rental facilities on site.

Natural Features

Surrounded by Laurence Lake, Kinnikinnick Campground is a natural attraction all its own. With incredible lake views, regular sightings of bald eagles and rock and hill formations that surround this site, it is the perfect place to go "off the grid" and enjoy the outdoors.

Nearby Attractions

Laurance Lake is great for waterplay and fishing. Kinnickinnick Campground is just a 30-minute drive to nearby ski resorts, where summer hiking and outdoor adventures await.

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Location

Kinnikinnick (laurance Lake) Campground is located in Oregon

Directions

From I-84 in Hood River - South on highway 35 to Parkdale. Follow signs to Laurance Lake.

Coordinates

45.4574806 N
121.6634306 W

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Access

Drive-In
Park next to your site
Walk-In
Park in a lot, walk to your site.
Hike-In
Backcountry sites.

Stay Connected

WiFi
Unknown
Verizon
Available
AT&T
Unknown
T-Mobile
Unknown

Site Types

Tent Sites
RV Sites
Standard (Tent/RV)
Group

Features

For Campers

Trash
Picnic Table
Firewood Available
Drinking Water
Toilets
Alcohol
Pets
Fires

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General Info

Lauren C.

Guide

Reviewed Jun. 25, 2023

Busy - Site 15 is not private

Feeling compelled to write this review - take it with a grain of salt. We camped here twice. First was in June 2019 and then July 2020. They cancelled our 2021 stay due to the road being washed out. We have a travel trailer and booked site 15 on the water, this site boarders the day use area. June was cold, so we lucked out and no one was there aside from some fly fishermen. July the following year was NUTs, word was out on the site and it was pandemonium. At least 50 cars were waiting to get in due to it being at capacity. This was pre-covid, we have not and will not be back. We had dogs (on and off leash), kids, adults walking through our camp site. We had a great camp host who revoked day passes due to their inability to stay within the day use area. Not sure what the site is like now but the first time was fantastic. The lake is beautiful. While it was windy, we were able to get out on the kayaks. With that said, its a nice spot! Lake front property with a nice view. Overall nice site, busy like most other campgrounds.

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Month of VisitJuly

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Sarah C.

Traveler

Reviewed Aug. 14, 2020

Great spot!

Super busy, but lucked out and got a spot. It’s first come first serve, so timing is important, especially since it’s not too far of a drive from Hood River or Portland. Campsites are mostly on the water! Took a star off because the lake has a dam that detracts from the natural beauty of the place.

Tom W.

Traveler

Reviewed Jul. 27, 2020

Right off the road

Great spot for some dispersed camping that’s right off the road. Many sites were located along the road just before you get to the official paid to use camping area. Easy lake access as well as several hikes on both sides of the valley.

Brian B.

Guide

Reviewed Jun. 24, 2020

Peaceful

The campground was well maintained- the bathrooms not so much, I recommend a privacy pop up. The campsites were perfect in there size and distance. Site 18 being my favorite. Beautiful lake, great fishing. Gets busy. Guide walks through makes sure all is good. Would definitely revisit!

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Charyl B.

Guide

Reviewed Apr. 6, 2020

Wonderful

We went during the week because the weekends are too insanely busy. Loved our walk-in camp spot, had a fabulous time. Our site had easy access to the lake. Vault toilets were very clean. Good hikes nearby. Lots of people enjoying the lake.

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Ashley B.

Legend

Reviewed Sep. 30, 2019

High Lake Campground near Mt. Hood

This campground is on the shores of Laurence Lake. Almost all of the spots were right on the lake or close enough to have lake views. It's a smaller campground and the spots are fairly open, so not as much privacy with the neighbors. The spot I had was right off the boat launch and next to the path for the walk-in spots. I was only there 1 night, but it would be a great place to camp if you wanted to play on the water, ie SUP or Kayak. The road leading up to the campground was a bit rough in some areas that lower clearance vehicles would need to be careful on. There is also no water, so you need to bring your own. Would definitely recommend this campground.

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Maggie

Traveler

Reviewed Jun. 26, 2019

Only a few RV sites

Great hiking - the LL Wiggle trail across the dam was so good. There are very few RV sites - 3 at most. We were lucky to get one. But the view of Mt. Hood from across the dam is priceless!

Kayla R.

Guide

Reviewed Apr. 16, 2019

Great walk in spots!

Beautiful views of Mt Hood on the way to this campground. We got a walk in spot and it was forested and more private. There were some spots right on the lake. Being near water is always a plus for campground and this one was nice for kayaking. Campground host was super helpful and friendly.

Month of VisitJune

Antonia S.

Scout

Reviewed Apr. 15, 2019

Best camping trip ever!

We camped here about 2 years ago for Memorial Day weekend. It was the most magical experience. The weather was amazing and we had the most spectacular view from our campsite. We got there early(Wednesday night) and it seemed to fill up by Friday morning so get there as soon as you can!

Ashley M.

Scout

Reviewed Jul. 11, 2018

Very quiet and mellow

This campground is very peaceful and beautiful. It sits on a resavoir with great fishing, kayaking and paddle boarding. Beautiful little creek to hike up and the whole place is kept very clean. One of our favorite spots close to home.