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Campgrounds near Eagle Creek, Oregon provide access to the Clackamas River corridor with multiple established camping areas within a 30-minute drive. The area includes Barton County Park Campground and Milo McIver State Park Campground, offering both tent and RV sites with varying levels of amenities. Mixed-use campgrounds like Oxbow Regional Park accommodate tent camping alongside cabins and yurts, while more developed options like Mt. Hood Village Resort provide glamping accommodations for those seeking additional comfort. Several locations offer riverside settings popular for summer recreation.
Road conditions and facilities vary seasonally at many campgrounds in the Eagle Creek area, with most established sites operating from spring through fall. "We like to come here each year to camp and do a float down the Clackamas river. The campsites are nice, although it feels a bit more like camping in a park rather than in the woods," noted one visitor about Barton Park. The majority of developed campgrounds require reservations during peak summer months, with some facilities closing between October and March. Water access points may become crowded on summer weekends, while spring visitors should be prepared for potential rainfall and cooler temperatures. Cell coverage remains generally reliable throughout the region, though service quality diminishes in more remote areas.
Riverside camping opportunities receive consistent praise from visitors to the Eagle Creek region. The Clackamas River serves as a central recreation feature, with several campers highlighting the quality of fishing, swimming, and floating opportunities. Families appreciate the playgrounds and open recreation areas at Barton County Park, though weekend crowding can be an issue during summer months. A camper wrote, "A quick 35 minute drive from Portland, Barton Park is an easy destination for family-friendly camping." Tent campers seeking more seclusion might prefer sites within Oxbow Regional Park, while RV travelers have multiple options with electrical hookups and water connections. Most campground options in the area lie within 45 minutes of Portland, making the region popular for weekend getaways from the city.
Best Campgrounds near Eagle Creek (370)
1. Milo McIver State Park Campground
"Just 45 minutes outside of Portland, and near the town of Estacada, is Milo McIver State Park, which I consider to be a quintessential Oregon State Park: lots of huge evergreen trees, large campsites,"
"Estacada lake is within walking distance, and there is salmon fishing within driving distance inside of the park. There is also a "bat" barn that is close by."
from $26 - $126 / night
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"Close proximity to Multonomah Falls. Pros - bathrooms with electric outlets, free showers, deer come close and are fun to watch, quiet & fairly private stay."
"There is distance between you and other guests but if you want to meet your neighbors you can. They have ADA sites, a lake, play grounds and a welcome center."
from $25 / night
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"Close to Portland so it gets a lot of day traffic. Access to river so it has summer activities. Sites for large get togethers."
"The kids enjoyed the playground and biking around the loop. The river access down at the day use was lovely. All the park staff were friendly."
from $25 - $59 / night
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"There is a playground onsite for those with children and plenty of bike paths and walking paths to keep you busy."
"We were parked next to the bathroom that was in the area and the facilities were very clean. The river that runs along the property was very beautiful."
5. Clackamette RV Park
"Clackamette RV Park is well located in the heart of Oregon City, offering easy access to the river, nearby bike paths, and the town itself."
"Simple RV park with access to everything. The river is right there, bike trails, grass area, walk to town, everything."
6. Promontory Park
"If you are looking for some more off the grid camping you can take the NF4610 up the hill from Promontory Park and continue till you find a good cut off near Whiskey Creek for some good camping."
"There is also a play area for the kiddos along with walking paths along the water. One knock on the place is that the campsites are bumped up really close to each other."
7. Ainsworth State Park Campground
"All are very close to the highway so you will hear road noise and trains thundering past on the adjacent tracks."
"We stayed in the C Loop, walk-in camping, for one night in July. The C loop is great! More secluded than most state park tent camping areas. Water by the parking lot."
from $29 - $53 / night
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"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."
"Champoeg State Heritage Area is a great place to visit for camping, biking, and especially if you're excited about Oregon history."
from $29 - $254 / night
Check Availability9. Lazy Bend - TEMP CLOSED DUE TO FIRE DAMAGE
"It sits right next to the Wild and Scenic Clackamas River, which is great for swimming, fishing, kayaking, and rafting."
"Outstanding location, 20 minutes outside of civilization, you get giant private sites, a path to the river, beautiful scenery and all the mosquitoes and gnats you can swat at."
from $22 - $24 / night
Check Availability10. Metzler Park
"This campground is one of the best around. Close to stores and town, but far enough to be private. Very well kept up, large spots, and very kid friendly."
"There were huge playing fields in the sunshine, trails to explore with the kids and the creek has a swimming hole!"
from $28 - $46 / night
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Drive Time
- 32 min from Portland, OR
- 1 hr 3 min from Salem, OR
- 1 hr 13 min from Longview, WA
- 1 hr 21 min from Albany, OR
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Recent Reviews near Eagle Creek, OR
2227 Reviews of 370 Eagle Creek Campgrounds
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TravelerJantzen Beach RV Resort
Loudest "resort" rude management
Planes, trains and automobiles....oh did I mention nosy neighbors and rude office staff? Sharon and Erika are unapproachable and judgemental office slime. Skip this place. And the pictures LIE!
- DDeborah T.
ScoutSilver Falls State Park Campground
Beautiful Forest
Beautiful camping sites. Very busy. Lots of families and people. Roads are very windy and curvy be extra cautious. Wish we had more time so much to explore. If you bring your dog, you will be very limited on where you can hike too. RV sites are pretty private. Bathrooms and showers look brand new. And Camp post are extremely kind and polite.
Rose A.GuideBritenbush River Dispersed
Magical
This spot is split between burnt areas, old growth, & highway. This particular spot has a camping area with a magical mermaid style water fall private to its own camping area equipped with a fire ring. It has a spectacular cliff jumping area right across from the waterfall. We did have to work around other peoples trash, local sheriff stopped by to check the area and suggested dumping trash at the group camp up the road. Tried to help with that but couldn’t pick the remainder of the trash left from others. Buried lots of human waste left from others, reminder to not sh*t by the water per forest service regulation standards. Keep our water clean. The water is crystal clear, cooling crisp & absolutely beautiful. Only saw a couple fish which seemed strange due to the depth of water available. The nearby town officials states water pollution will contaminate the lake, rivers & even drinking water during the current construction. The neighboring town is small & quiet. This spot I would occasionally receive service for AT&T but don’t place any faith in its consistency. The waterfall / swimming area made this the 4 stars alone, just glorious. There are near 5-6 other camping areas along the river, this one had the most trash because of the swimming area it’s likely more popular. Easy access, down a small dirt road, kinda secluded but still visible from street.
- Rose A.Guide
Little Soda Springs Rd Dispersed
Love this spot
Came back to this gem for a day trip and to help clean up via last comment. No trash found. Please do not allow kids or yourself to build dams that block water flow, it creates festering pools of stagnant bacteria infested water that other kids and animals could get sick from. Spent the day removing hand built dams. See previous comment for other details of this beautiful camping area.
- EEric P.
LegendToll Bridge Park Campground
Great spot near the river .
We had a great day and one night stay here in late September. The site was right on the hood river that runs thru the campground. Many hiking trails and also an awesome campground overall. Clean restrooms. Awesome camp hosts. This is our second Time in the campground but first on the river. Will return for sure!
- SSophia P.Traveler
Summit Meadows Airstrip
Mt hood gov camp dispersed
Great lil spot had absolutely no issues finding a spot there are a lot in the area free dispersed. You can hike to trillium lake from this area as well…
Not quite apot and not super private but cool
Matt G.
RangerMirror Lake
Cool little spot
About 2 miles back so bring what you need. Off the loop around the lake. Amazing views and a cell signal.
Jordan C.ScoutJantzen Beach RV Resort
Nice near city of Portland stop
This sounds like a pretty mixed experience at Jantzen Beach RV Resort. The three heated pools, playgrounds, fitness center, and river access definitely make it appealing for families and longer stays, and having full hookups with level paved sites is a real plus. I also like that the mature trees provide some shade and that the shoreline paths give campers a chance to enjoy the Columbia River without having to leave the property. At the same time, the constant traffic and airplane noise would probably be something I’d want to know about before booking. The low water pressure mentioned in the review is another practical concern, especially for RV travelers who expect reliable hookups. They closed the swimming pool a month early although it is 90f in Portland. The combination of permanent residents and overnight campers also seems like something that could give the park a different atmosphere depending on the site and time of year. The location near Target and the freeway sounds convenient, but Portland rush-hour traffic could definitely make getting around more difficult. Priced at$85–$100 per night, many long-time visitors believe the value has decreased and are opting to seek alternatives. Overall, Jantzen Beach RV Resort seems to offer plenty of amenities and a convenient location, but travelers looking for a peaceful, quiet campground may want to keep the noise and urban setting in mind before reserving. The comparison with Columbia River RV Park would also be helpful for anyone deciding between the two.
Guide to Eagle Creek
Camping options near Eagle Creek, Oregon extend along the Clackamas River watershed at elevations ranging from 700 to 1,200 feet. The area's temperate climate creates a camping season from April through October, with May and September offering the most moderate conditions. Summer temperatures typically range from 70-90°F during the day, dropping to 50-60°F overnight at most campsites.
What to do
River recreation access points: Promontory Park provides immediate water access with a pier for fishing on the North Fork Reservoir. "There's also overnight overflow parking if you want to park your jet ski. My site had plenty of room to keep my jet ski," notes one camper about the watercraft-friendly setup.
Disc golf courses: Milo McIver State Park Campground features extensive disc golf facilities. A visitor explains, "Milo McIver may be best known for it's twin 18 hole disc golf courses, or single 27 hole layout when tournaments aren't in progress. Home of the annual Beaver State Fling, a PDGA sanctioned National Tour event."
Wildlife observation: Oxbow Regional Park offers 1,200 acres of ancient forest habitat. "The park's 1,200 acres of ancient forest are crisscrossed with hiking trails and provide habitat for elk, deer, and osprey," mentions one review, highlighting the biodiversity found throughout the protected area.
What campers like
Multi-use trails network: Milo McIver State Park Campground receives praise for its diversity of pathways. "There seemed to be a lot of hiking trails. I couldn't check them out because of our schedule, but I would 100% return," writes one camper. Another adds, "LOTS of nice, wide horse trails for horse riding enthusiasts."
Playground facilities: Barton County Park Campground features well-maintained play areas. "The play area/park is one of my kids favorite. Lots of area to play. Volleyball, gagaball, playground," notes a camper, detailing the available recreation options beyond just camping.
Swimming holes: Oxbow Regional Park provides natural river access points. "Given it's late October and a bit chilly out, the campground was pretty quiet with only a few other campers around. We were able to hike the area and enjoy a serene weekend in nature," shares one visitor who appreciated the park even in the off-season.
What you should know
Reservation requirements: Most campgrounds in the Eagle Creek region require advance booking during peak season. At Promontory Park, "I decided at last minute to get out of dodge! But didn't want to go far. This campground was perfect. Super clean and close but giving you the feeling of being out deep in the woods."
Cell service limitations: Signal strength varies significantly between campgrounds. "Barely got 1 bar of 4g at the welcome center. There's a guest wifi in the parking lot there too but it's 2 miles further to the camp ground and texts hardly go through," reports a camper at Oxbow Regional Park.
Seasonal closures: Facility availability changes throughout the year. "The campground is well maintained with lots of picnic/day use areas, a beach and lots of nature trails (more for walking than hiking). Since it was the weekday I had most of the campground to myself," explains a visitor describing Oxbow's shoulder season advantages.
Tips for camping with families
Youth fishing programs: Promontory Park maintains a stocked fishing pond specifically for younger anglers. "One of the main reasons our friend booked this campground was to teach their daughters to fish in the stocked 'kids only' pond," explains a visitor, though noting seasonal limitations on fish populations.
Educational activities: Multiple campgrounds offer ranger programs. "The hosts were welcoming and made sure we were comfortable with our stay. We also got a scavenger hunt with stickers for our toddler," shares a visitor to Promontory Park who camped with a three-year-old.
Playgrounds with natural settings: Barton County Park Campground combines play structures with open spaces. "We love to float the river! The play area/park is one of my kids favorite. Lots of area to play. Volleyball, gagaball, playground," notes a repeat visitor with children.
Tips from RVers
Accessible hookup options: Mt Hood Village Resort provides full-service RV sites. "Easy to access, even for larger rigs. We stayed in 39 foot 5th wheel. Plenty of pull thru spots, full hookups, regularly spaced bathroom/showers," explains an RVer who stayed at the resort.
Winter availability: While many campsites near Eagle Creek close seasonally, Mt Hood Village Resort remains open year-round. "I actually like using the campground as a 'basecamp' for my hikes around Mt Hood. It's not as quiet as a campsite deep in the wilderness, but sometimes it's nice to get away without getting away from it all," shares one visitor who appreciates the amenities during cooler weather.
Site selection considerations: Several RV parks have varying site configurations. At Columbia River RV Park, "Nicely kept RV park. Too close to the city for me but great for a quick stop on the way to greater adventures," notes one RVer, highlighting the park's practicality as a transitional stopover rather than a destination itself.
Frequently Asked Questions
What amenities are available at Eagle Creek camping areas?
What amenities are available at Eagle Creek camping areas?
Eagle Creek Campground offers basic but comfortable amenities with drinking water available throughout the campground. The sites are spacious and provide good privacy with plenty of trees offering shade in most areas. While the campground is relatively small with approximately 20 sites, they're designed to give campers a secluded feeling. Restroom facilities are available, though they may occasionally be supplemented with portable toilets during maintenance periods. The campground doesn't have electrical hookups, making it primarily suited for tent camping and smaller RVs rather than big rigs.
Where is Eagle Creek Campground located in Oregon?
Where is Eagle Creek Campground located in Oregon?
Eagle Creek Campground is located in the Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area in northern Oregon. The campground sits high above the Columbia River, providing beautiful views of the surrounding landscape. It's positioned near the famous Eagle Creek Trail and offers convenient access to many Gorge attractions. For visitors looking to explore other nearby camping options, Wyeth Campground at the Gorge is also situated in the Gorge area and provides access to wonderful trails and streams directly from the campground.
When is the best time of year to camp at Eagle Creek in Oregon?
When is the best time of year to camp at Eagle Creek in Oregon?
Late spring through early fall is generally the best time to camp at Eagle Creek in Oregon, with late spring and early fall offering the most comfortable temperatures. Summer visits, particularly in July and August, can be extremely hot with temperatures exceeding 90 degrees, making shade a priority. The Columbia Gorge area experiences significant seasonal variations, so planning accordingly is essential. For those seeking alternatives during peak summer heat, Ainsworth State Park Campground provides good access to the Gorge's attractions including waterfalls, though be aware that highway and train noise can be factors at this location.
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