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Frog Lake

Frog Lake, near Mt. Hood National Forest, is a charming spot for those looking to escape the hustle and bustle. This campground offers a laid-back atmosphere with spacious sites, making it a solid choice for families and groups wanting a bit of privacy while enjoying the great outdoors.

The facilities here are clean, with well-maintained vault toilets that visitors rave about. Campers have noted the peaceful vibe, with many appreciating the quietness compared to busier spots nearby. As one reviewer put it, “The camp guests were quiet and respectful, which made it worth it.”

Frog Lake itself is shallow and warm, perfect for kids to splash around and explore the abundance of tadpoles and tiny frogs. There’s a nice trail that circles the lake, offering lovely views of Mt. Hood from certain angles. Just be sure to pack some bug repellent, as the flying insects can be a bit pesky at times.

If you're looking for a quieter alternative to the more crowded campgrounds in the area, Frog Lake is a great option. With its proximity to hiking trails and the stunning scenery of Mt. Hood, it’s an ideal spot for a relaxing getaway.

Description

National Forest

Mt. Hood National Forest

Overview

Frog Lake Campground is a beautiful and somewhat rustic campground on Frog Lake. It provides access to enjoyable outdoor activities, including fishing and leisurely canoeing on the calm, mountain lake.

Recreation

Frog Lake covers 10 acres and is open to fishing, swimming, canoeing and non-motorized boating. Anglers can expect a catch of rainbow trout. Picnicking is available at the campground's day use area, which provides access to the boat ramp. A hiking trail leads east, up Frog Lake Buttes, as does an unimproved forest road, which is open to mountain biking and high-clearance off-road vehicles. The Pacific Crest National Scenic Trail passes just north of the campground, off Forest Road 2610.

Natural Features

The campground is located between the highway and Frog Lake at an elevation of 3,800 feet, just past the town of Government Camp in Mt. Hood National Forest. The small campground is situated in a heavily forested area, where the sounds of frogs are heard at night.

Nearby Attractions

The Sno-Park at Frog Lake is about 12 miles east of Government Camp. It provides trail access to Twin Lakes and Frog Lake Butte. The latter trail is closed to snowmobiles during February.

Contact Info

For facility specific information, please call (541) 352-6002.

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Location

Frog Lake is located in Oregon

Detail location of campground

Directions

From Sandy, travel 62 miles east on Highway 26, then continue 1 mile west through the Sno-Park on Forest Road 2610.

Coordinates

45.224166 N
121.694361 W

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Access

  • Drive-In
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  • Walk-In
    Park in a lot, walk to your site.
  • Boat-In
    Sites accessible by watercraft.

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Site Types

  • Tent Sites
  • RV Sites
  • Standard (Tent/RV)
  • Group
  • Tent Cabin

Features

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  • Phone Service
  • Reservable
  • Drinking Water
  • Toilets
  • Alcohol
  • Pets
  • Fires

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14 Reviews

Reviewed Sep. 15, 2021

Good availability, clean toilets

We stayed here as Trillium Lake was full. You can hear trucks from the highway and Frog Lake itself is rather unimpressive truthfully, but it was quiet and the vault/pit toilets were the cleanest I've ever used. The camp guests were quiet and respectful, which made it worth it. I'm not sure things would have been as quiet at Trillum. Plus, all the sites are pretty large (ours had two tables) which was great. I think it's a great option if you want proximity to some of the destinations in Mt. Hood without all the people. :)

Also, no service with T-Mobile and no campfires right now due to restrictions.

Month of VisitSeptember
Reviewed Jul. 21, 2021

lots of frogs

campground was full but down the road a bit there are more dispersed sites, found one and had some nice solitude in the woods. the lake was shallow and warm and full of tadpoles and teeny tiny frogs. view of mt. hood at certain angles. all around pleasant.

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Month of VisitJuly
Reviewed Jun. 29, 2021

Beautiful campground

The campground itself was very nice and clean. The camp hosts were very nice. There were a lot of flying insects. The lake is extremely muddy and full of tadpoles. The lake itself is very shallow. Overall great experience but bring your bug repellent.

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Month of VisitJune
  • Review photo of Frog Lake by Shawna E., June 29, 2021
  • Review photo of Frog Lake by Shawna E., June 29, 2021
  • Review photo of Frog Lake by Shawna E., June 29, 2021
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Reviewed Apr. 6, 2020

It was okay.

I just couldn’t get over hearing the semi trucks on 26. But... There’s a nice view of Hood on the south side of the lake. Vault toilets. It was July, bugs were not bad. There were a tons of baby frogs everywhere on the northside of the lake, it was crazy to see. Good hiking nearby.

  • Review photo of Frog Lake by Charyl B., April 6, 2020
  • Review photo of Frog Lake by Charyl B., April 6, 2020
  • Review photo of Frog Lake by Charyl B., April 6, 2020
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Reviewed Dec. 24, 2019

Beautiful and Quiet

Can't hear the highway and the lake is beautiful, but you can't see the mountain from the campground side.

  • Review photo of Frog Lake by C.J. W., December 24, 2019
  • Review photo of Frog Lake by C.J. W., December 24, 2019
Reviewed Sep. 30, 2019

Small, Quiet Campground close to Mt. Hood

This small campground is a great alternative to the busier campgrounds found near by.  It does not have the views of Mt. Hood like the pictures show, the views of Hood can be found at the day use area on the opposite side of the lake.  There is a great trail that goes all the way around the lake and offers plenty of little spots to stop and fish.  The spots were plenty large enough and had enough space between them to offer privacy from your neighbors.  If you are not able to book a spot in the busier campgrounds near by this is a great alternative.

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Month of VisitJune
  • Review photo of Frog Lake by Ashley B., September 30, 2019
  • Review photo of Frog Lake by Ashley B., September 30, 2019
  • Review photo of Frog Lake by Ashley B., September 30, 2019
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Reviewed Jun. 2, 2019

My favorite place

My grandparents used to take us camping here long time ago. Then the rest of the entire family started going too. Im 51 yrs old now nd still love the feeling of tadpoles between my toes lol. The lake is calm nd shallow for a long ways so kids can play safely all day. Safe trail around the lake and u can hear ur kids for long distances. Miss camping here nd think i will try to soon.

Reviewed May. 25, 2019

Awesome campground on a Lake

It's a fun campground with a lake. I remember having a blast when I camped there. Sites are close to each other. Had an awesome time.

Month of VisitJuly
Reviewed Aug. 3, 2018

awesome for kids

millions of tadpoles in the water and twice as many baby frogs on the north side of the lake by the swamp. warm water, not deep at all. beautiful view of mt hood

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  • Review photo of Frog Lake by Connor J., August 3, 2018
Reviewed Jul. 11, 2018

Frogger heaven!

I have not camped here but we go up and spend the day often. The facilities are clean and well kept. The best part about this place is the tiny frogs you catch. The ground literally moves with them!

Reviewed Jul. 11, 2018

Awesome spot for kids and fishing

I have been here a few times there is always campsites available and it’s a great place to camp I love catching fish all the time and it’s super fun for kids and once you go you will find out why it’s named frog lake

  • Review photo of Frog Lake by Jose C., July 11, 2018
Reviewed Jun. 6, 2018

Frog Lake

The grounds are nice and secluded. It does get much colder at night because it is close to the lake! Go during a weekday in the summer! The trees look a lIttle.... chopped down also...

  • Review photo of Frog Lake by Travis H., June 6, 2018
  • Review photo of Frog Lake by Travis H., June 6, 2018

Frequently Asked Questions

  • How much does it cost to camp at Frog Lake?

    Camping at Frog Lake can cost between $26.00 and $28.00 depending on the site.

  • What is the max vehicle length at Frog Lake?

    Frog Lake allows vehicles up to 26 feet.

  • Are fires allowed at Frog Lake?

    Yes, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, fires are allowed at Frog Lake, although make sure to check current fire restrictions in the area.

  • Does Frog Lake have wifi?

    No, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, Frog Lake does not have wifi.

  • How hard is it to get a campsite at Frog Lake?

    Some campers book as far as 6 months in advance, so on high-demand weekends it can be very difficult to get a campsite at Frog Lake. If you want to get a last-minute campsite at Frog Lake, try setting up a text message Alert atTheDyrt.com/alerts

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