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$16 - $27 / night
"This campground was in a great location to go see crater lake (15 min drive or less) as well as nearby Hot Springs (30ish min drive) and waterfalls. The campground itself was wooded and very close to"
"Clear waters, spectacular Mountain Views. Swimming, hiking, camping, fishing, the possibilities are endless. Fill the tank, and hit the road"
$16 / night
"Located along the banks of the beautiful upper North Umpqua River, and the North Umpqua trail campers can enjoy nature."
"Lake access isn’t great we tried to hike to the falls from the campground but count get to it by foot. N.umpqua trail DOES NOT lead you to toketee falls."
$35 - $199 / night
"This was the highlight of out road trip ...although some waterfalls were closed due the the fires in Oregon...there are over 25 waterfalls tokette being my favorite..."
"It was a long drive for us, but an amazing find. The owners were amazing and very friendly. I can’t say enough how friendly and sincere the owners were."
"Right next to beautiful Clearwater Falls, hiking trails. 15 min from Diamond Lake, 30 from Crater Lake NP. Would camp here again."
"Deceivingly small, there are 5 sites near the trailhead entrance for the falls and another 6 sites on the top side of the falls."
"This is a day use only area, but there are quite a lot of long term "campers" in the area who live in the woods nearby and use the hotspring as their bathing facilities."
" A campground with full hookups, clean bathrooms& showers& access to a very nice lake. Off the beaten path-you're camping in the pines of South Central Oregon."
"If you are a tent camper and want to camp here, be sure to get walk in sites 30-32 for an enjoyable stay. If you do, you'll enjoy your own private beach secluded from any neighbors on any sides."
$15 - $95 / night
"There is one shower facility that was quite a walk from our campsite but very well maintained, worth the drive across the campground after a dusty day of hiking."
"It is a large campground so it is easy to get turned around. Bathrooms and showers were very clean and empty every time I went in. Also tons of open sites even though it is was 4th of July week."
"(Because mosquitos swarm near big lakes) This is one of my favorite campgrounds in Oregon for families and groups."
"Besides being the only National Park in the state of Oregon, Crater Lake is an amazing stop along the PCT."
$15 - $20 / night
"I assume the scenery is wonderful, however on our visit it was smoky from nearby forest fires and had limited visibility."
"Tucked away from all distractions, this campground has everything you need. No reception, which was preferred on this trip. The lodge has ice, small restaurant and rentable water toys."
$22 - $100 / night
"This campground is next to the Lemolo Lake KOA where we were staying. We did a drive through one day. We didn't stay in this campground.
The sites looked amazing."
"My wife's family has been camping here for more than a decade and I was only recently looped into the tradition of spending a week fishing, reading by the lake, telling stories over beer and the occasional"
TravelerThis is a great place. The cabin is vintage and takes you back in time. It was clean and comfortable. The out house was very clean. There is no water so you need to bring your own. The Fridge and stove worked really well, we did have issues trying to get the lights to work. But we had lanterns so it was not a problem. We were visited by some cattle that were grazing near by. Bring your own cleaning supplies and bedding. The beds are full size with trundles under neath, there are two of them. There is a small table with chairs in the kitchen. There is a picnic table and fire ring outside as well.
RangerGreat stop to see Crater Lake. It’s close and super quiet. We had a wonderful stay. Would stay again
GuideThis is a decently well maintained campground, the road in and through is severely potholed and I wouldn’t recommend a big rig, but I did see one guy park at least 35’ class A.
Vault toilets, no water or electricity. Sites are not all level, some are not RV friendly, but most are. Host is doing a fab job keeping the grounds clean and tidy.
Many sites back right up to the lake. Many back up to the road others is a bit of traffic noise.
ScoutN 42°54.053', W 122°17.941'
Google Maps: WP22+955 Union Creek, Oregon, USA
There is a small dirt road that leads to a few spots great for small RVs or tents. This dirt road is very close to NP border. We slept here for one night, it's very quiet and beautiful.
GuideOverall a great campground. Have stayed multiple times and will return again.
Spacious sites with table and fire ring. Clean and well maintained restrooms. It’s all managed by the park concessioner.
Keep in mind that while most sites are reservable but many are also first come first serve. Ive been trying to reserve spots for the bike closure for last 3 months with little success. Fortunately was able to get one first come first serve on Wed before the “ride the rim” weekend.
There is water available. A decent camp store. And also a couple decent restaurants right close to camp.
Major downside is that there are still only 3 showers for 1000 campers!! Bring your solar shower.
RangerThis spot was actually an accidental find but worked out great because we were not able to turn around on the tight road we found ourselves on. It opened up tremendously and gave us great grounds to camp on for a few nights. Close enough to a river that requires hiking if you’re up for that kind of adventure. There was little to no traffic noise from the hwy and no other campers around for days. Clear starts for start gazing at night.
RangerWe actually pulled in this part of the forest wanting to park at the “hideaway” spot but someone was already posted up there. That would have been a really cute place to camp BUT we drove farther. I really don’t recommend this spot for bigger rigs but we were able to get ours back here (40 ft total) Kind of no turn around options and driving forward was all our only choice at that point…to be honest the drive made me nervous. It was a tight dirt road but once we found a spot it was cleared pretty good. Had plenty of room and someone was back here not too long ago…they had a little campfire setup with log stumps. Probably wouldn’t come back unless I had to but we did stay tucked away back here for a few days.
RangerWe needed a spot to stay for the night and after driving to a few others that were (reserve online only) closed we rolled the dice and headed towards this one. It was late and dark but we pulled in in hopes that they had some openings. THEY DID!! We didn’t do much driving around before pulling into a spot but I with we had. We pulled into #4, one of the first available and I DONT recommend any of the first few slots because they sit right next to the highway and that was annoying but our own fault. If I had to redo I’d stay in the 20’s or 30’s because they are closer in where it’s much quieter and those spots back up to a river…super cute! The restrooms were very clean and I’m a bit of a snob when it comes to public restrooms…it was good. All in all the park is very maintained, clean and the staff is great!! Would definitely stay again!
TravelerFamily-friendly campground on a reservoir with boat and fishing access. It is pretty, but can be really loud with lots of kids and people. Sites are a decent size. Pit toilets are extremely stinky in fall (when we're usually passing through), bad even for pit toilets. Despite the downsides, we have stayed here for 2-3 days in fall for many years.
Camping near Clearwater, Oregon, offers a mix of stunning nature and cozy campgrounds. Whether you're looking for a peaceful retreat or an adventure-filled getaway, there are plenty of options to explore.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What camping is available near Clearwater, OR?
According to TheDyrt.com, Clearwater, OR offers a wide range of camping options, with 270 campgrounds and RV parks near Clearwater, OR and 35 free dispersed camping spots.
Which is the most popular campground near Clearwater, OR?
According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Clearwater, OR is Diamond Lake with a 4.4-star rating from 62 reviews.
Where can I find free dispersed camping near Clearwater, OR?
According to TheDyrt.com, there are 35 free dispersed camping spots near Clearwater, OR.
What parks are near Clearwater, OR?
According to TheDyrt.com, there are 19 parks near Clearwater, OR that allow camping, notably Umpqua National Forest and North Umpqua River Recreation Area.
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