Established Camping
Wyeth Campground at the Gorge
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Please note that there are two US Forest Service campgrounds named "Wyeth" in Oregon. This one is in the Columbia River Gorge National Scenic area on Interstate 84, exit 51. The other is on the Deschutes National Forest. Please make sure that you choose the one you intend to stay in.
About
National Forest
Mt. Hood National Forest
Overview
Wyeth Campground is just off of Interstate 84 in a forested setting with grassy fields. There are 13 individual sites, three group sites, and a 24-hour camp host. In the past this site was a Seed Kiln, Guard Station, Church camp, Civilian Conservation Corps camp and Conscientious Objector Camp during World War II.
Recreation
The Wyeth trail and the Gorge 400 trail access wilderness, waterfalls, the Pacific Crest Trail and dispersed camping opportunities. Fishing, sea kayaking, kiteboarding and windsurfing are nearby on the Columbia River while road biking is available on the Historic Columbia River Highway bike path adjacent to the campground. Please note that the Wyeth Trail #411 is closed indefinitely due to damage sustained during the Eagle Creek fire of 2017.
Facilities
Paved roads, paths and aprons make this site easily accessible to all. The full-time onsite hosts maintain a central flush toilet restroom with hot and cold water. Each site is equipped with picnic tables and fire grills and many sites are fully accessible. There are no RV hookups or dump sites.
Natural Features
Set at the base of classic Gorge cliffs, this historic site features easy access to trails, waterfalls, a bike path and a creek. The Mark O. Hatfield Wilderness and solitude is a short hike from the campground. Osprey and bald eagles reside locally.
Nearby Attractions
Take a hatchery tour 10 miles west at Bonneville Dam, enjoy world-class wind sailing activities 10 miles east in Hood River, tour orchards or see iconic waterfalls in the gorge, all within 45 minutes. Cascade Locks offers Sternwheeler cruises 8 miles west. The Historic Columbia River Highway bike path now runs directly adjacent to the campground and heads east anwestd for a relaxing hike or bike ride to Vieno State Park. See waterfalls along the way!
Fee Info
Location
Wyeth Campground at the Gorge is located in Oregon
Directions
From east or west on Oregon Interstate 84, take Wyeth exit #51. Turn west on Herman Creek Road. Wyeth Campground is 1/4 mile west of the interchange. Recommended maximum 30' trailer length.
Coordinates
45.690305 N
121.772188 W
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
Stay Connected
- WiFiGood
- VerizonGood
- AT&TGood
- T-MobileFair
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Group
Features
For Campers
- Trash
- Picnic Table
- Firewood Available
- Phone Service
- Drinking Water
- Toilets
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires
Great for Biking and Hiking
So nice to have first come/first serve campgrounds so close to Portland. I arrived around 2 on a Wednesday in August and grabbed one of 3 open sites. (There are group sites also that were FCFS, but they cost more.)
I'd read about the hiking trail right outside the campground, but was super stoked to find a paved off-road bike trail. I took it 6 miles up to Venieto State Park. Along the highway, but still very pretty. Waterfalls and great scenery!
Yes, you can hear the highway from the sites. Lots of trees, though and lots of privacy. No hook ups. Decent Verizon coverage.
Great campground
This is a great campground just minutes from the all the falls in the Columbia gorge.
Easy getaway from the city
I love the vibe of this campground - lots of tall trees and shade and a little bit of distance from the other campsites. Right at the back of the campground is a trailhead for some amazing forest hikes in the gorge.  There are no hook ups for RVs but every site is big enough to accommodate my 21’ travel trailer. The sign at entrance says 30 foot max length for trailers.  There is a faint whoosh sound of the freeway down the hill, but I find this campground delightfully serene even with the distant traffic noise.