Reviews of Champoeg State Heritage Area Campground - Page 3

Reviewed Sep. 10, 2016

Historic Site, Variety of Camping options, beautiful area

Do you want to; Tent, RV, Cabin or Yurt camp? Well this place is for you. Small campground overall however it is very much a place to camp! Located at the historic Champoeg State park there are a number of buildings and preserves that are dedicated to the history of the fur trading of the era. From Frisbee golf courses to numerous hiking trails, horseshoe pits, museums and festivals galore! Camping alongside the Willamette River allows you to canoe, kayak, paddleboard, water ski / wakeboard, or any other boating sports. Fishing is alright- not the best I have fished here but they are out there. Clean bathrooms, "public" dock, great site layouts, close by to portland and surrounding suburb areas- go Wine Tasting one day and then sleep in the various oak groves under the stars. EXCELLENT location to get a taste of Portland without getting city.

Brett A.

Scout

Reviewed Aug. 7, 2016

Awesome State Park

This is one of the best places to camp, especially with families. Tons of trails, disc golf course, water, biking, local wine tours, & great park activities.

Colleen W.

Scout

Reviewed Aug. 6, 2016

Excellent Hiker/Biker Facilities

I arrived at Champoeg State Park on my bike in the rain. The park ranger was very friendly. After paying my $5 fee for one night, he directed me to the area reserved for hikers and cyclists. As I rode up to the site, I noticed right away that it was not tucked far away from the amenities such as restrooms, and showers. It was part of one of the campground loops. The site itself was fabulous. There were two covered shelters with food lockers and power outlets. Piped water was nearby. The showers, individual rooms, were nice and hot. Overall, the restrooms and showers were clean. Champoeg is a large park with lots of hiking and biking trails and plenty to do for families. There is also a camp store that is fairly well stocked with camping necessities. Interesting for the cycle tourist, Champoeg is the beginning/end of the Willamette Valley Scenic Bikeway, one of Oregon's well-signed bike routes following low traffic roads. This route goes all the way to Eugene. I highly recommend a visit to Champoeg State Park, especially if you are a cyclist!

Paul A.

Ranger

Reviewed May. 2, 2016

Precious area and tranquil campground along the Williamette River

This is a jewel location for a park. Not only are there 16 miles of off road biking trails, there is a large open area for frizz-bee Golf with baskets. This campground accommodates RVs, and walk in Tents and there are Yurts and Cabins to rent. I have enclosed a photo with the rates for this year. There is also a camping areas along the river accessible from a boat. There was a great little museum store with the history of the area as a beaver trapping area that was farmed by trappers who settled there.

Bjorn S.

Legend

Reviewed Jul. 27, 2015

Spread Out, Lots to Do, History Well-Preserved

Bike trails, huge visitors center with a museum, disc golf, wide open picnic and pet exercise areas, some beautiful campsites, everything well off the road. Some of the sites were a little close together, but the place is so huge, well-attended by rangers and with the large areas well separated. Part of the beautiful countryside that is the Willamette Valley.

Eva W.

Ranger

Reviewed Jun. 22, 2015

Great place to stay if you're visiting the rodeo

Checking out the St. Paul rodeo? Stay here! It's right off the I5, and perfect spot for RVs. The campsite is convenient and clean, but it's not a destination in and of itself. Just a place to rest for the night.