Best Tent Camping near Echo, OR
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Best Tent Sites Near Echo, OR (10)
1. Sand Station Recreation Area
Lake Wallula, Oregon1 Review•3 Photos•15 SavesCamping is now 'group camping' only, and requires a permit
- Fires
- Phone Service
- Tents
- Group
- Dispersed
- Trash
3. West Park (OR)
Be the first to review!Umatilla, Oregon•6 Photos•2 SavesOverview
West Park is located within McNary Dam Wildlife Area just downstream of McNary Dam in Eastern Oregon on the Mid-Columbia River.
Recreation
The park provides two softball fields and a playset for the children to enjoy the park. There is also close access to the McNary Dam Wildlife Areas and its trail system.
Facilities
West Park offers two reservable picnic shelters. West Park #1 Steelhead Shelter has eight picnic tables and two fire grills and West Park #2 Coho Shelter has 10 picnic tables and two fire grills. Both shelters also offer electricity.
Natural Features
The park is located within the McNary Dam Wildlife Area. Day users enjoy the beautiful park with its mature shade trees.
Nearby Attractions
The Pacific Salmon Visitor Center, Oregon Fish Viewing Room and the McNary Dam Wildlife Area with its beautiful natural trails are all in close proximity to West Park.
- Pets
- Electric Hookups
- Tents
- Group
- Picnic Table
$70 / night
4. Penland Lake
Ukiah, Oregon2 Reviews•8 Photos•10 SavesFall asleep to the sound of crickets and frogs chirping and croaking and wake up to Blue Gill and Rainbow Trout jumping at the bit. This campground is set on the shore of Penland Lake, which also abuts private land and land owned by Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife (ODFW). Penland is popular on summer weekends and offers access to fishing, boating, and swimming opportunities. There are seven campsites and two vault toilets on the National Forest portion of the campground, with more campsites located on the adjacent ODFW property. There is also a boat ramp, fishing dock, and benches located on the dam. Picnic tables are available for Day Use on the lakefront as well. There is no potable water or garbage service; please pack out all garbage and dispose of it at home.
- Pets
- Phone Service
- ADA Access
- Tents
- Group
- Standard (Tent/RV)
5. The High Road Cabin (two) TENT Spots
Meacham, Oregon1 Review•3 Photos•11 SavesYou can't camp many places in Oregon that the general public is not allowed. You can here. Behind a locked gate, no public access. A permanent pit toilet is onsite. Pricing includes one camping unit (tent you supply)
- Pets
- Fires
- Reservable
- Tents
- Cabins
- Toilets
$29 / night
6. Blue Mtns North/Grande Ronde River Basin Area
Meacham, Oregon2 Reviews•4 Photos•37 SavesThe Blue Mountain North/Grande Ronde River Basin Area is situated north of the Anthony Lakes Highway (Forest Road 73) to the Mount Emily area. It includes all of the developed recreation sites and trails in the northern Blue Mountains and those found in the Grande Ronde River Basin west of La Grande, Oregon. This area is mainly administered by the La Grande Ranger District although some of the area north of the Anthony Lakes Highway is administered by the Whitman Ranger District. Popular recreation areas include the Oregon Trail Interpretive Park at Blue Mountain Crossing, Mt. Emily, Spring Creek Recreation Area, Ladd Canyon, and Beaver Creek. Local communities that have a variety of services (i.e. fuel, lodging, stores and/or restaurants) are LaGrande, Island City, Elgin, Imbler, Cove, Richland, and Baker City . These communities are within one hour of this area.
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- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Trash
- Alcohol
7. Divide Well
Be the first to review!Ukiah, Oregon•2 SavesDivide Well Campground is a remote site with a rustic look. It is situated in an meadow with scattered ponderosa pine and denser fir along the campground edges. Divide Well is a popular spot for elk hunters, but little used through the rest of the season. It features 11 campsties and two accessible vault toilets. There is no potable water or garbage service, so please pack out all garbage and dispose of it at home. Nearby is the Potamus Point Interpretive Site , with breathtaking views, interesting geology, and a herd of re-introduced bighorn sheep. There are no developed trails on this side of the North Fork John Day Ranger District.
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8. Frog Heaven Forest Camp
Be the first to review!Ukiah, Oregon•4 SavesNo facilities are provided nor is this area maintained. It is truly for the camper wanting to rough it. Check with La Grande Ranger District office for more ponds to fish in the Blue Mountains.
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9. Four Corners Sno-Park
Be the first to review!Ukiah, OregonThis site features a large paved parking lot for the convenience of snowmobile users and cross country skiers. This open area has no marked or groomed trails.
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10. Drift Fence
Be the first to review!Ukiah, Oregon•2 SavesDrift Fence Campground is situated along the paved Blue Mountain Scenic Byway and is traditionally a hunting camp. This is a small, rustic site and the short access road is in poor condiiton. The campground features 6 campsties and 2 vault toilets. There is no potable water or garbage service, so please pack all garbage out and dispose of it at home. The surrounding area offers hunting, wildlife and wildflower viewing opportunities, and photography. Fishing is available at several nearby stocked ponds including Twin Ponds where the annual Fishing Derby is held. If you like to drive, you can pick up the Ukiah-Granite Roadside Geology tour brochure at the Ranger District and take a day trip to Granite. The Bridge Creek Wildlife Viewing Area (elk) is just a few miles down the road.
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Recent Tent Reviews in Echo
207 Reviews of 10 Echo Campgrounds
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Gil W.
Guide
Emigrant Springs State Heritage Area
NICE STOPOVER
Very nicely maintained campground with full hookups. Clean showers. Level spots.
The only drawback is the close vicinity to Hwy. 84 which made it quite noisy.
- JJaime K.
Traveler
Ukiah-Dale Forest State Scenic Corridor
A great overnight stop
Beautiful forested campsite with clean flush toilets next to a creek.
- JJeffrey M.
Scout
Pendleton KOA
Great view, very clean!
A little more money for the view, patio, grill and fireplace, but well worth it! Not too hot even at 95! Cool nights and plenty of sky.
Jerry L.Scout
Roosevelt Park
Not quite as nice as previous reviews
This is a nice little park, it’s a little misleading when you pull in as there is an Indian reservation next to it that looks like a bunch of homeless camps, so be careful where you park your rig. Also if you’re tent camping, I found out from the camp host that you may want to check with him before you set up a tent as there are automatic sprinklers that come on certain days
- MMary C.Scout
Plymouth Park Campground
Quiet riverside park
Well cared for campgrounds. Quiet, river access.
Eric B.Scout
Umatilla Marina and RV ParkPublic
Passing through
Called last minute and was able to get a water and electric only site which is all we needed. The park is well maintained and it's all gravel. However the sites are all flat and easy to pull into. For just over $40 dollars for the night. I have no complaints. The staff was friendly when I called. It took me a couple times to get a live person. But it's a small office and I'm sure they were busy. I would stay here again. Looks like a great place for boating and fishing with a nice sized parking lot and slips for rent.
- ddez F.Traveler
Threemile Canyon Park
Great for a nite stay!
Good parking area for us, not many here or could get a little tight depending on how people park. It does not have shade so a little warm in August! Be self contained 😀
Joseph B.GuideUkiah-Dale Forest State Scenic Corridor
Beautiful campground
I camped here during the summer season of 2023. When I pulled into the campground it was just me and the camp hosts. They gave me the pick of what site I wanted. I swooped on one next to the river. The campground was beautiful and sites were good distances from each other. There are bathrooms and areas to top off your water. I choose this campground due to driving the 395 as my choice of route to explore. I would 100% recommend this campsite again.
Shane T.Traveler
Port of Arlington RV Park & Marina
Good place for a stop over night...
The price for FHU was very reasonable. Access to the wifi was great. The views were interesting. Once you get past the big industrial plant, the sunset in the river was nice.
4 trains rolled by in the middle of the night. They blew their horns every time.
- MMJ Kate B.Scout
Pendleton KOA
Clean and friendly
Andy at the front desk was very helpful checking me in. She and her associate assisted with me finding the best spot with some shade and facing the mountains. Yes, there are a lot of units here. And, it’s still a great spot for camping. They are all 50 amp and include a converter, if you don’t have 50amp. Leveled and spacious for vehicles.
- JJohn R.
Legend
Wildhorse Resort Casino RV Park & Tipi Villiage
Oasis on the road.
Large well kept park. Casino, pool and restaurants.
- JJeff C.Traveler
Red Mountain RV park
More trailer park than RV park
Pros: it was very close to family that moved in nearby. Our site was level and the grass was green. Hookups were good and arranged well. Cons: the park is almost entirely long-term tenants, and many of the rigs were quite old and had lots of “accessories “outside them. Also, there was one functional bathroom and one functional shower for the entire park. Fortunately, our family was close by so we use their bathroom and shower when needed. It seems like the park is trying to improve, but it has a way to go before I would recommend staying there.
- HHaylee M.Traveler
Fishhook Park
Tent campers
Played games and found a little spot down to the water we enjoyed. Store close by to grab sodas for our burgers that night. Clean campground and bathrooms. Very friendly hosts!
- HHaylee M.Traveler
Charbonneau Park
Returning tent campers
Great accessibility to water, very clean and pretty campground, nice playground and friendly hosts! We enjoy it here very much!
Martijn D.GuideThreemile Canyon Park
Threemile Canyon
This is more like a large parking lot for day tourists with a few spots right by river side. There are no designated camping spots. There is one vault toilet which is clean. There are mostly fisherman or boaters staying here. No shade. For a overnight stay fine but I would not stay longer.
Johna V.Scout
COE Lake Sacajawea Charbonneau Park
Absolute beauty
Breathtaking and life changing the natural gifts of this environment and the peace and serenity that come with the experience!
- HHeather B.Scout
Hat Rock Campground
No longer campsites long term rv now
Under new ownership and they no longer allow overnight camping only long-term rental
- kkenneth B.Guide
Pendleton KOA
Top of the hill
Facilities are clean.. more showers than toilets.. each space has grass and a pad to park on.. no gravel roads..beautiful views of the valleyso
Kevin C.
RangerThreemile Canyon Park
Nice place to rest and enjoy the Columbia River
Stayed two nights and loved it. Lots of boaters using the boat ramp and parking area. Lots of disbursed camping areas and short walking paths. Lots of birds also.
Deanna L.TravelerThreemile Canyon Park
Location has all you need.
Would be five stars but train is very loud. Still, has all you could ever need. Boardman is nearby and there is a laundromat, a food truck court that’s open for breakfast, water fill station, bathrooms at campsite, and ample gas stations/other resources. Plus, you can wake up right on the water for free!
Kelly H.LegendEmigrant Springs State Heritage Area
Easy stop
I've driven by for years and recently had the opportunity to stop in between a couple of long travel days. Site was level and surrounded by beautiful trees. We had a nice walk through the campground. It was not crowded, being a weekday in October.
I was amazed at the freeway noise. Very loud. Didn't really have trouble sleeping, but certainly not quitly peaceful, unfortunately.
Great heritage site!
Lee D.LegendFishhook Park
Remote CoE Campground on Lake Sacajawea
General: 41 RV sites with water and electric plus 11 tent sites in a grassy common area.
Site Quality: Reasonable separation between the sites. The back-in sites are wide enough to comfortably fit a TT, 5th wheel or RV and your toad or other vehicle side-by-side. The pull-through sites are very large. All sites have gravel camper pads and most appeared very level or had a level area. Our site, along with several others, had a nice view of Lake Sacajawea.
Bath/Shower house: Clean even if a little dated. Didn’t use the shower so cannot comment on that except that the hooks are located outside of the shower stalls so even though there is a swinging door to the shower area, privacy is compromised a bit by this design.
Activities: Unless you have a boat (there is a boat launch and dock), not too much to do here except relax. There is a small swimming area but no beach to speak of (grassy and pebbly area). There is a playground and horseshoe pits but no hiking trails that I could see.
To get to this campground, you drive past many miles of apple orchards and then suddenly, you see the lake and campground. There are quite a few trees for shade. Surprisingly good cell (Verizon) given the remoteness of the campground. Be aware there are train tracks nearby and you will hear an occasional loud train. It was very quiet on the Wednesday before Labor Day, but we were told it would be completely full on the weekend.
Moria R.TravelerPlymouth Park Campground
Good little park
This is a clean and friendly park. Water was potable. Price is right for hookups.
- Moria R.Traveler
Wildhorse Resort Casino RV Park & Tipi Villiage
Easy Park
As a traveling family we enjoyed this park. Easy and simple access to all hookups. Mostly quiet (except for simi trucks parking for the night on the road near park running their equipment all night.) Staff was professional and kind. Not close to stores for any extras. Casino is nice.
- bbethGuide
Port of Arlington RV Park & Marina
Quick, easy, and cheap
I was too tired to carry on and found this spot. It’s right on the river…and just below the interstate…and the railroad tracks are super-close, but the $10 charge for dry-camping was perfect! There are a few picnic tables and watching the river was great!
There is a dump, a boat dock, super-clean bathrooms and outdoor showers.
Alix J.Guide
Anson Wright Memorial Park
Nice Spot
This place is nice for it's location-far away from pretty much everything. It's quiet and shaded and has a few good amenities like bathrooms, showers, park, and fishing pond. A great place to relax.
- TTom W.Traveler
Hood Park
Closed
Park was closed, gates locked, as of 9-5-2023.
Guide to Echo
Tent camping near Echo, Oregon offers a variety of scenic locations for outdoor enthusiasts looking to immerse themselves in nature. With options ranging from lakeside spots to areas with rich wildlife, there's something for everyone.
Tips for tent camping near Echo
- For a unique experience, consider the Sand Station Recreation Area, where you can enjoy a beach-like atmosphere and have fires allowed, perfect for evening gatherings.
- Be prepared for some noise at Sand Station Recreation Area, as it's located near the freeway and train tracks, but the daytime activities make it lively and fun.
- If you're looking for a quieter spot, Penland Lake offers more secluded campsites further from the water, ideal for those wanting to escape the crowds.
Local attractions for outdoor activities
- The Blue Mtns North/Grande Ronde River Basin Area is perfect for those who enjoy fishing and boating, with plenty of space for tent camping.
- At Penland Lake, you can indulge in swimming, kayaking, and fishing, making it a versatile spot for water activities.
- For a family-friendly environment, Sand Station Recreation Area is popular for its swimming area and beach, attracting families looking for a fun day out.
Features to enhance your camping experience
- West Park (OR) provides electric hookups, making it a convenient choice for those who want a little more comfort while tent camping.
- If you're traveling with pets, Penland Lake is pet-friendly, allowing you to bring your furry friends along for the adventure.
- For a more rustic experience, Frog Heaven Forest Camp offers a back-to-nature vibe with no amenities, perfect for those looking to truly disconnect.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is the most popular tent campsite near Echo, OR?
According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular tent campground near Echo, OR is Sand Station Recreation Area with a 3-star rating from 1 review.
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