Best Campgrounds near Dexter, OR

Whether you're an RVer or tent camper, Dexter, OR is a great place to post up for the weekend—or longer. There are tons of hikes and other fun activities to partake in, as well as sights to see and explore. At The Dyrt, campers like you share their favorite spots, plus tips and photos. No matter where you're headed in Dexter, you'll find the best spot for you and your camping crew.

Best Camping Sites Near Dexter, Oregon (224)

    1. Armitage Park & Campground - a Lane County Park

    32 Reviews
    East Springfield, OR
    18 miles
    Website
    +1 (541) 682-2000

    $20 - $39 / night

    "Easy to find from I-5 and very close to Costco. Quiet location away from the road noise and has nice walking path along the McKenzie River."

    "The campsites were nicely situated so you weren’t right on top of each other and the park was great. There is an off leash dog park and access to the river."

    2. Black Canyon Campground - Willamette NF

    16 Reviews
    Westfir, OR
    14 miles
    Website
    +1 (801) 226-3564

    $25 - $115 / night

    "The site we’ve always stayed at is huge, way far from any other sites, and has a neat little trail between the parking spot and camping spot."

    "We 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."

    3. Deerwood RV Park

    10 Reviews
    East Springfield, OR
    10 miles
    Website
    +1 (541) 988-1139

    "We were lucky enough to rent a space at Deerwood for two months while we escaped the heat of Arizona and visiting our kids in Oregon."

    "One star off for highway noise. Looks like many longer term campers here - flower pots, table cloths, decorations, mostly 5th wheelers."

    4. Baker Bay Campgrounds & Marina - a Lane County Park

    10 Reviews
    El Dorado Lake, OR
    11 miles
    Website
    +1 (541) 682-2000

    $20 - $75 / night

    "We got a lakeside camp site which made it a simple walk down to the lake where we could swim and fish. The camp ground had a pretty big bathroom and separate shower room."

    "We chose this location for a few reasons.

    • We could see the lake from our site.
    • We could leave our kayaks on the shore and just hop right in and paddle if we wanted.
    • Our dog loves to swim, so having"

    5. Dexter Shores RV Park

    5 Reviews
    Dexter, OR
    1 mile
    Website
    +1 (541) 937-3711

    "I had an easy stopover here on the way to Eastern Oregon. I didn’t want to use my tanks, so I used their restrooms. They were warm, clean, and well-lit."

    6. Cascara Campground — Fall Creek State Recreation Area

    7 Reviews
    Lowell, OR
    9 miles
    Website

    "Nice that Cascara is close to so much to explore.  Found a place to dip into the water, to shoot, and exploring the forest roads was a fun afternoon in general."

    "About 30 min away from groceries and stores. Came in late to this campround. No reservation needed. Lucky they had a couple of tent sites open. We ended up staying an extra day."

    7. COE Dorena Reservoir Schwarz Campground

    9 Reviews
    Cottage Grove, OR
    11 miles
    Website
    +1 (541) 942-1418

    $24 - $150 / night

    "One of the standout features of this campground was its ideal location. Situated in a breathtaking natural setting, it provided easy access to various outdoor activities, including cliff jumping."

    "Schwarz campground is located just past Cottage grove, right on the Row river. I hadn't realized, until I took a nice little walk, it's located just below Dorena reservoir."

    8. Casey's Riverside RV resort

    13 Reviews
    Westfir, OR
    18 miles
    Website
    +1 (541) 782-1906

    $48 - $54 / night

    "Perfect location and great amenities. Right next to river. Has showers, restrooms, pool, quite, WiFi, and even $1 self serve ice cream."

    "We were able to maneuver our 5th wheel to position it around a large shade tree so we could get our slide and awning out plus have the utilities more centered on our rig."

    10. Dolly Varden Campground

    2 Reviews
    Lowell, OR
    11 miles
    Website

    $18 / night

    "Trails to walk and see the waterfalls. Very easy to moderate trails that have been pretty kept up by forestry workers and the community."

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Recent Reviews near Dexter, OR

795 Reviews of 224 Dexter Campgrounds


  • Sarah S.The Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 13, 2025

    Salt Creek Backwoods

    Salt Creek backwoods

    This 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.

  • Sarah S.The Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 13, 2025

    Salt Creek Backwoods

    Just Forest

    We 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.

  • Sarah S.The Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 11, 2025

    Black Canyon Campground - Willamette NF

    Pleasant Stay

    We 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!

  • marcus K.The Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 6, 2025

    Albany-Corvallis KOA

    Nice campground - beware of rd noise

    Great campground with nicely spaced and well maintained sites. Clean restrooms, laundry and pool on site. There is a small playground too. Close to Corvalis but you do get a lot of road noise. Would come back if passing through the area.

  • Crystal J.
    Sep. 5, 2025

    Doolittle Butte

    A Billion Stars On Clear Nights

    Beautiful stop for dispersed camping someone built benches road is not too rough for most cars but it feels very much like your in the middle of no where but only really about 5 miles off shoestring rd on blm rd lot's of space for big group with multiple cars

  • Aaron The Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 3, 2025

    Hult Pond

    Nice pond

    Nice pond to camp near, several campsites to choose from and trails to explore

  • Aaron The Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 1, 2025

    BLM Kentucky Falls Road

    Good spot

    Good camp location, easy to find. Paved most of the way up.

  • GThe Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 29, 2025

    Blue River Retreat

    Quiet and well maintained.

    Large spaces, great staff, no WiFi but decent cell service.

  • Melissa F.The Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 28, 2025

    Armitage Park & Campground - a Lane County Park

    Beautiful campground crappy host

    Almost every camping space has an electric outlet, water hookup and its own septic hookup if you an rv camper. Tent campers can use the hookups as well if you want to. Sites are clean and well managed and within walking distance to the river. Tho tent camping is aloud the host seems to dislike tent campers and talked to me like I was trash very disrespectful.


Guide to Dexter

Camping near Dexter, Oregon, offers a mix of beautiful scenery and fun activities for everyone. Whether you're looking for a peaceful retreat or an adventure-filled getaway, there are plenty of campgrounds to choose from.

What to do:

  • Fishing and swimming: Many campers enjoy the nearby lakes and rivers. One visitor at River Bend County Park mentioned, "We spent most of our days at the river swimming, floating in tubes, skipping rocks and looking for crawdads."
  • Hiking: Explore the trails around the campgrounds. A reviewer from Black Canyon Campground shared, "We drove about 5 minutes down the road to the Hardesty Trailhead and did some awesome hikes during the day."
  • Boating: If you have a boat, Baker Bay Campgrounds & Marina is a great spot. One camper said, "The view was wonderful. We got a lakeside camp site which made it a simple walk down to the lake where we could swim and fish."

What campers like:

  • Clean facilities: Campers appreciate well-maintained restrooms and showers. A visitor at Richardson Park & Campground noted, "Showers and bathroom were very clean and water was hot."
  • Privacy: Many campgrounds offer spacious sites. A reviewer at Black Canyon Campground mentioned, "Every site is gorgeous, lots of forest in between so you have privacy."
  • Friendly staff: Campers often highlight the helpfulness of campground hosts. One guest at Casey's Riverside RV Resort said, "The staff was nothing short of wonderful and the amenities were top notch."

What you should know:

  • Reservation fees: Some campgrounds charge a reservation fee. A camper at Armitage Park & Campground mentioned, "We balked at the $10 online reservation fee, so decided to just show up and get a spot."
  • Noise levels: Be prepared for some noise, especially near highways. A visitor at Deerwood RV Park noted, "One star off for highway noise."
  • Limited amenities: Some campgrounds may not have all the amenities you expect. A reviewer at Pine Meadows Campground said, "The campsite itself is well maintained, but if you are going to let loose and enjoy yourself, this is not the place."

Tips for camping with families:

  • Choose spacious sites: Look for campgrounds with larger sites for more room to play. A family at Sunnyside Park mentioned, "The place is big! We had a great time!"
  • Activities for kids: Find campgrounds with playgrounds or water access. A visitor at Baker Bay Campgrounds & Marina said, "There are several huge inflatable water structures in the bay which kids can play on for a fee."
  • Plan for crowds: Some campgrounds can get busy on weekends. A camper at Sunnyside Park advised, "It definitely gets crowded on nice weekends so be prepared."

Tips from RVers:

  • Check site sizes: Make sure your RV fits the site. A reviewer at Casey's Riverside RV Resort noted, "The water and electric were centered on the pad."
  • Be aware of noise: Some sites are closer to train tracks or highways. A visitor at Deerwood RV Park mentioned, "The campers aren’t noisy, it’s very quiet here."
  • Wi-Fi availability: Check if the campground offers reliable Wi-Fi. A camper at Deerwood RV Park said, "Wi-Fi shows but no Wi-Fi. We used Verizon puck and worked fine."

Camping near Dexter, Oregon, has something for everyone, from families to RV enthusiasts. With a variety of campgrounds and activities, you're sure to find the perfect spot for your next adventure!

Frequently Asked Questions

What camping is available near Dexter, OR?

According to TheDyrt.com, Dexter, OR offers a wide range of camping options, with 224 campgrounds and RV parks near Dexter, OR and 17 free dispersed camping spots.

Which is the most popular campground near Dexter, OR?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Dexter, OR is Armitage Park & Campground - a Lane County Park with a 4.1-star rating from 32 reviews.

Where can I find free dispersed camping near Dexter, OR?

According to TheDyrt.com, there are 17 free dispersed camping spots near Dexter, OR.

What parks are near Dexter, OR?

According to TheDyrt.com, there are 18 parks near Dexter, OR that allow camping, notably Fall Creek Lake and Dorena Lake.