Best Tent Camping near Cheatham Lock and Dam

Whether you're an RVer or tent camper, Cheatham Lock and Dam, OR is a great place to post up for the weekend—or longer. Discover secluded campsites where you can reconnect with nature. Or maybe you like to bring your family and friends along. Either way, there are Cheatham Lock and Dam campgrounds just for you. Ready to plan your adventure? Check out our campgrounds near Cheatham Lock and Dam and user-submitted reviews.

Best Tent Sites Near Cheatham Lock and Dam (20)

    1. Hike in from Lower Deschutes State Rec Area

    4 Reviews
    Moro, OR
    20 miles
    Website

    "We stayed in the big open field next to it.

    I don’t think this is technically an “official” campsite but it has a lovely composting toilet that smells like fresh cedar."

    "Bike-packing Campground Review:

    The lower Deschutes River from Pelton Dam to the Columbia River, goes about 100 river miles along the water and was designated an Oregon Scenic Waterway in 1970."

    2. Macks Canyon Recreation Site

    4 Reviews
    Moro, OR
    23 miles
    Website
    +1 (541) 416-6700

    $8 - $35 / night

    "We went during weather transition from rain to clear. The result, high winds in the canyon. This only lasted the one night. Fantastic weather the rest of the time. A slight bit of small trash around."

    "We were so glad we kept driving down this road until the very end."

    3. Leidl South Campground

    2 Reviews
    Klickitat, WA
    25 miles
    Website
    +1 (360) 696-6211

    "There aren't any designated spots campsites, but there are a number of fire rings and it's pretty easy to segregate yourself from other campers. The site was clean and the pit toilet wasn't too bad."

    "You can pretty much camp wherever you can drive to. Lots of spots right next to the river."

    4. Carbon Farm Yard

    1 Review
    Dufur, OR
    31 miles
    Website

    $55 / night

    "Carbon Farm is private camping on a farm a few miles outside of Dufur on the east side of Mt Hood National Forest."

    5. Pebble Ford Campground

    4 Reviews
    Government Camp, OR
    41 miles
    Website
    +1 (541) 467-2291

    "Not too far from Meadows and Parkdale ... and even not to far for an overnight or weekend away from Portland.

    The first come sites are just off of Forest Road 44 >> Dufur Valley Road."

    "Very quiet and even has a few dispersed camp spots outside the main area. Had some deer walk right through our camp spot while we sat by the fire."

    6. Bonney Crossing

    5 Reviews
    Tygh Valley, OR
    44 miles
    Website
    +1 (541) 467-2291

    $16 / night

    "Campground Review

    An open, relatively unused campground next to a sleep-calling stream right in between the last forested part of Mt."

    "The campsites are all well spaced out parallel to a nice clean looking river. We stayed in the off-season, so that is probably why it was empty."

    7. Trout Creek

    5 Reviews
    Trout Lake, WA
    49 miles
    +1 (509) 395-3400

    "We saw only one other camper on the way in, there were no water facilitys so bring your own or use the creek, they did have pit toilets. Only stayed one night but it was beautiful."

    "Enter Trout Lake Creek campground. Quiet, unassuming and, miraculously, with 3 campsites left."

    9. Badger Lake Campground

    4 Reviews
    Government Camp, OR
    49 miles
    Website
    +1 (541) 467-2291

    $10 / night

    "This is a fairly easy trail to backpack on with lots of great sites to camp. If you’re hiking up to the lake you might want to make it a two day trip to really enjoy it."

    "The drive up the the lake is not super peaceful but once you get there it's pretty great."

    10. Rainy Lake Campground

    4 Reviews
    Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area, OR
    50 miles
    Website
    +1 (541) 352-6002

    "We have lots of people that like to camp around here.

    If you arrive and find it full, continue one more mile down the road to Black Lake Campground, which has 4 more spots."

    "Site 1 was a little more blocked by 2 and 3 by a large log.  3 was a good site with enough level ground for 2 tents."

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Tent Camping Reviews near Cheatham Lock and Dam

494 Reviews of 20 Cheatham Lock and Dam Campgrounds



Guide to Cheatham Lock and Dam

Tent camping near Cheatham Lock and Dam in Oregon offers a fantastic opportunity to immerse yourself in nature while enjoying various amenities and activities at nearby campgrounds.

Tent campers like these nearby activities

Explore local attractions

  • Discover the stunning views and hiking opportunities along the old railway line near Macks Canyon Recreation Site, where you can enjoy the canyon's beauty.
  • Visit the picturesque Pebble Ford Campground, located in the Mt. Hood National Forest, which offers access to hiking trails and breathtaking mountain views.
  • Experience the tranquility of the Klickitat River at Leidl South Campground, where you can relax by the water and enjoy the surrounding scenery.

Unique features of nearby campgrounds

  • Carbon Farm Yard provides a spacious and quiet environment with access to over 100 acres for exploration and wildlife viewing.
  • Enjoy the well-maintained composting toilet at Hike in from Lower Deschutes State Rec Area, a rare amenity that enhances your camping experience.
  • Experience the charm of Pebble Ford Campground, which features picnic tables and fire rings, perfect for a cozy evening under the stars.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is the most popular tent campsite near Cheatham Lock and Dam?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular tent campground near Cheatham Lock and Dam is Hike in from Lower Deschutes State Rec Area with a 5-star rating from 4 reviews.

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