Best Campgrounds near Hammond, OR

Hammond sits at the northern tip of Oregon's coastline with multiple established campgrounds within a 30-mile radius. Fort Stevens State Park Campground offers tent, RV, cabin, yurt, and glamping options in a historic coastal setting. The Astoria-Warrenton-Seaside KOA provides family-friendly accommodations with full hookup RV sites, tent platforms, and cabin rentals. Cape Disappointment State Park in nearby Washington and Thousand Trails Seaside in Seaside, Oregon expand the region's camping inventory with similar accommodation types.

Most campgrounds in the Hammond area remain open year-round, though Pacific Northwest weather conditions can impact the camping experience. "While not usually KOA kampers, we had a great, private stay at the Astoria KOA," noted one camper about their experience at a wooden tent platform. Facilities range from primitive options at Hammond Marina RV Park, which one visitor described as "simple as it gets" with limited amenities, to fully-developed resorts with electric, water, and sewer hookups. Many campgrounds require reservations, particularly during summer months when coastal destinations experience peak visitation. Public campgrounds often fill completely on summer weekends and holidays.

The Oregon coast's natural attractions create a distinctive camping environment. Proximity to beaches, shipwreck sites, and historic military installations enhances the appeal of Fort Stevens State Park and nearby campgrounds. According to visitor feedback, families appreciate the abundant activities at the Astoria-Warrenton-Seaside KOA, including indoor and outdoor pools, mini-golf, and playgrounds. One camper noted it's "perfect for families because they have tons of activities." Hammond's strategic location allows easy access to Astoria, Seaside, and Long Beach Peninsula attractions. Camping experiences range from basic sites with minimal facilities to resort-style campgrounds with modern amenities. Several RV parks in the area offer clam cleaning stations and fishing access, with one reviewer highlighting Kampers West RV Park as "the best place" for those planning to "fish, crab, or dig clams at the coast."

Best Camping Sites Near Hammond, Oregon (167)

    1. Fort Stevens State Park Campground

    156 Reviews
    Hammond, OR
    1 mile
    Website
    +1 (503) 861-3170

    $11 - $115 / night

    "After looking around we found many other much better spots we could camp in."

    "Compared to many places this is still a five star campground, but I like others in Oregon better. This one can get quite crowded and tends to be a little more loud and rainy."

    2. Cape Disappointment State Park Campground

    86 Reviews
    Ilwaco, WA
    8 miles
    Website
    +1 (360) 642-3078

    $40 / night

    "The longer distance to awesome northern Oregon beaches isn't that bad, and there's the Longbeaxh area near by to check out as well!"

    "This campground has great accessibility to the beach and is often much less crowded than the northern Oregon coast."

    3. Astoria-Warrenton-Seaside KOA

    45 Reviews
    Hammond, OR
    1 mile
    Website
    +1 (503) 861-2606

    $45 / night

    "Just across from the state park where you can take beach walks and enjoy sunsets. Clean and spacious showers and bathrooms."

    "Everyone in the general camping areas kept distance or was masked up. Appreciate that codes are given out to gain access to the bathrooms (very clean)."

    4. Thousand Trails Seaside

    24 Reviews
    Seaside, OR
    14 miles
    Website
    +1 (888) 707-1477

    "Open year-round, this RV Park is located in the town of Seaside on the Oregon Coast."

    "It gives access to all the amenities here. They took out the propane site, cause they didn’t have anyone to take care of it. We come down here to get away from the heat, inland, area."

    5. Thousand Trails Long Beach

    11 Reviews
    Ilwaco, WA
    10 miles
    Website
    +1 (888) 707-1477

    "odd numbers site have hook ups on the right , even have hook ups on the left. ( drivers side) very clean, friendly and fun place to stay. lots of amenities, pool, hot tub, horseshoes, and walking distance"

    "A 5 minute walk down the beach path leads to a great beach. The sites are tight, but the town was fun."

    6. The Lamp Camp

    16 Reviews
    Loomis, WA
    15 miles
    Website
    +1 (360) 777-3949

    $60 - $67 / night

    "Nice quiet place and easy access to the beach. We will definitely be back!"

    "Our night was great, very close to the beach, amenities are clean and well kept. Our host Kim was also wonderful!!"

    7. Cannon Beach RV Resort

    30 Reviews
    Cannon Beach, OR
    21 miles
    Website
    +1 (503) 436-2231

    "We stayed away from our coastal communities during the first year of the pandemic, but now we wanted to get back and support our home away from home."

    "Really well maintained and just 10 minutes away from the beach in Cannon Beach, it is a lovely walk from the campground to town and to the beach."

    8. Road to Snag Lake - Dispersed

    17 Reviews
    Naselle, WA
    17 miles
    Website

    "There are several spots off the road around these radio tower stations and it is quite secluded. We didn't see any other person the whole time we were there."

    "There's basically zero traffic on the dirt road near the campsite. A lot of the trees around seem to be new growth. Great view of the stars at night!"

    9. Kampers West RV Park

    5 Reviews
    Warrenton, OR
    2 miles
    Website
    +1 (503) 861-1814

    "Kampers West is conveniently located near Fort Stevens State Park and Lewis and Clark National Historical Park / Fort Clatsop and the The Fort To Sea Trail hiking in Warrenton."

    10. Camp Rilea Military Campground

    5 Reviews
    Warrenton, OR
    6 miles
    Website
    +1 (503) 836-4052

    $15 / night

    "We went there to have close access to Ocean Beach to go landsailing with some other friends. Parked our travel trailer and went all over the place in our Ranger."

    "There is a path to the beach and only 10 minute drive to Astoria and Lewis and Clark National Park. Small base exchange free weight room and laundry was $5 for total visit with unlimited loads."

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Recent Reviews near Hammond, OR

1189 Reviews of 167 Hammond Campgrounds


  • Joan H.
    Oct. 24, 2025

    Cedar to Surf Campground

    Great ocean access

    Mid October. Good level site. Clean bathrooms with shower. Friendly hosts. Direct ocean access.

  • John F.The Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 17, 2025

    Dairy Creek West — L.L. Stub Stewart Memorial State Park

    Large level sites

    We stayed in Dairy Creek West Campground. The sites are larger than at most of the Oregon state parks we have been to. The site was the levelest we have ever stayed in, usually there is a slight tilt one way or another. This was dead on level. The area for the trailer is pea gravel with an asphalt parking are in the front of the site. I forgot to fill our propane tanks a did that at the Cheveron in nearby Banks which is 10 miles away. There is no wifi unless you use your own. Cell service seems to be ok. Trash is located at a central area opposite the Welcome Center.

  • CThe Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 17, 2025

    Road to Snag Lake - Dispersed

    4WD Ideal

    Great camp spot for the night; would have gotten 5 stars had I been able to experience the view. The road in was a little bumpy and in some parts an incline but nothing my Ram 3500 and teardrop couldn’t handle. We followed recommendation from a previous review and followed the road until it ended for the best spot. It was a concrete pad so set up for the teardrop was easy. We were the only campers that we are aware of; very quiet night. No trash on site. Sadly due to the cloud coverage and rain we did not stick around for breakfast but imagine on a clear day a slow morning taking in the sights would be nice.

    Front and 4WD ideal; site fit my 42 foot truck/camper very well.

  • Barbara H.
    Oct. 13, 2025

    Fort Steven's State Park

    Great trip!

    Had the best time! Did much fishing in the surrounding areas,caught bunch of fish off the jetty,went crabbing n fishing in seaside on the bay too. Next year think I'll fish the lake in the park itself. Showers n bathrooms very clean n really good end of a day ritual after getting fish cleaned lol. Beautiful elk n deer visit campgrounds. And most pretty spotted squirrels I've ever seen.

  • SThe Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 13, 2025

    Barview Jetty County Campground

    Decent

    Overall, the campground was nice. Free showers. There’s a nice playground for the kiddos. I stayed in the V loop and was the only camper there for the 3 nights I was there. The sites are close to each other… so if you want privacy, I would recommend going elsewhere. I could see it getting really packed and noisy during the weekends.

  • Carol & Ed V.The Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 7, 2025

    Nehalem Bay State Park Campground

    Great location

    Typical state cg. But sites are not on top of one another. Great showers and access to all the regions sites

  • Jonathan R.
    Sep. 27, 2025

    Sea Ranch Resort

    Small but functional

    Wouldn’t want to be here on a packed weekend but sites clean and generally useable. Would be tough with large RV travel/trailer. Close to town. Bathrooms have been redone.

  • Sarah S.The Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 24, 2025

    Hudson-Parcher Park

    Great for the night

    This campground is actually pretty cute and they have three options on how you wanna camp. You could do tint camp where there’s no water or electricity hook ups, water and electricity or water, electricity, and a dump station. There is a park in the middle of the campground for smaller kids and it’s spaced out quite decently. You can hear traffic from a side road, but nothing that’s too crazy. The restrooms are very clean and the camp post were amazing.

  • BThe Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 23, 2025

    Bush Pioneer County Park

    Bush pioneer

    Very interesting campground on a little island town. Run down but nothing to complain about. Cheap with hot showers. Cell service.


Guide to Hammond

Hammond's camping options extend beyond the immediate area, with notable dispersed camping sites accessible within 30-45 minutes of town. Located near the 46th parallel at the northern tip of Oregon, this coastal region receives approximately 75-85 inches of rainfall annually, creating lush surroundings for camping. Weather patterns along this stretch of coastline bring dense morning fog during summer months that typically burns off by midday.

What to do

Beach activities year-round: Fort Stevens State Park Campground provides access to miles of shoreline where visitors can explore tidepools, beachcomb, and witness dramatic weather patterns. "The campground is huge, probably some 400+ spaces; well cared for & clean, with an abundance of hiking trails & historical sites to explore," notes one camper.

Lighthouse exploration: Cape Disappointment State Park Campground in nearby Washington features two historic lighthouses within the park boundaries. "There are lots of places to explore, a decomposing whale on the beach (stay upwind!), a nice lighthouse (under construction when I visited) and very close to Long Beach," a visitor explains.

Tidepooling at low tide: Timing your visit with minus tides reveals abundant marine life. "The Clatsop county beaches have the best razor clam digging in Oregon. On every minus tide, in the winter and spring, you have some of the best razor clams, this far south of Alaska," reports a camper at Thousand Trails Seaside.

Mountain views: For a completely different perspective, Road to Snag Lake dispersed camping area offers elevated views. "The spot we chose was the best as it is away from the towers and buildings, plus has a great view overlooking the valley and bay, and you can see the ocean between the peaks in the distance."

What campers like

Hot showers after beach days: Kampers West RV Park receives high marks for its cleaning facilities. One reviewer notes it's "Inexpensive, clean, modern and up to date. Excellent staff and facilities. Clean showers and bathroom. Clam, crab and fish cleaning station."

Indoor amenities during rainy weather: The Astoria-Warrenton-Seaside KOA offers weather-independent recreation options. "This is a great KOA...probably the best I've been to. It's very big with a lot of activity options including an indoor pool, playground and trails," explains a satisfied camper.

Privacy despite busy settings: Even at popular campgrounds, privacy can be found. At Cape Disappointment State Park, "The campground was packed but our site was still very private, small and cozy. Easy walk to the beach and great ocean views."

Cell service reliability: Digital connectivity varies significantly between campgrounds. At Road to Snag Lake dispersed camping area, "At least I have great T-Mobile signal. Concrete pads at multiple sites. Nobody drove by all night."

What you should know

Reservation requirements: Summer camping near Hammond requires advance planning. At Fort Stevens State Park Campground, "This campground is huge, very popular with families, but because of how close it is to the beach and a pretty constant wind you really don't hear anybody around you."

Weather preparation: Coastal conditions change rapidly. "Check the weather in Seaside before you go - poured almost the entire time we were there!" warns a camper about their experience at Thousand Trails Seaside.

Insect awareness: Mosquitos can be problematic in specific areas. "Unfortunately in May, the mosquitos were out in full force in the campground," notes a visitor at Fort Stevens State Park Campground.

Road conditions: Some dispersed camping areas require careful driving. The Road to Snag Lake "is a bit rough with lots of washboard, steep grades and rocks. But it's fun. No amenities, obviously, but there is a concrete pad from an old structure you can park on."

Tips for camping with families

Military-only option: Camp Rilea Military Campground provides a secure environment for service members and veterans. A visitor reports, "Camp Rilea has full hook ups, but they are back in only. They also have a shower/bathroom facility. The campground is beautiful and quiet. The only caviat is that you must have military ID to utilize the campground."

Beach access for kids: The Lamp Camp offers easy ocean access with amenities. "The owners were so fun to meet, bathrooms were incredibly clean with HOT water, and the location can't be beat. I highly recommend grabbing the sites closest to the ocean if you can so you hear the waves as you drift off."

History exploration: Fort Stevens provides educational opportunities. One visitor mentions, "We brought the kids and expected to listen to their complaints the whole time, but they were intrigued by everything!"

Safety considerations: Campground layout affects supervision ease. At Astoria-Warrenton-Seaside KOA, "You have to be careful with your kids. People don't drive the speed limit. It's 5mph. They drive like they are in the raceway."

Tips from RVers

Site selection strategy: At Long Beach RV and Camping Resort, understanding the site layout is essential. "The odd numbered spots all have the sewer on the wrong side requiring a very long sewer hose extension that the hardware store nearby does have. Denis's Ace Hardware!"

Seasonal availability: Many Hammond area campgrounds remain accessible year-round. Cannon Beach RV Resort offers "Great showers, internet, hookups, pool and campsites. Relatively quiet... not a KOA."

Parking challenges: Tight spaces require navigation skills. At Long Beach RV and Camping Resort, "The spaces are very tight at 90 degree angles to the road. This requires backing skill level 10! The north side and middle give little room for it, and the south side has an area that at least gives some wiggle room."

Hookup variations: Different sites offer varying services. At Thousand Trails Seaside, "The north side is also the only side that has 50A power. The south side is all 30A. The tent sites are also on the north side."

Frequently Asked Questions

How close is Hammond camping to Fort Stevens State Park?

Hammond is extremely close to Fort Stevens State Park Campground - just about 2-3 miles away, making it a perfect base for exploring the park's historic military sites, beach access, and hiking trails. Many visitors appreciate the park's size and variety of camping options, from sunny open spots to wooded sites with privacy. For those seeking alternatives nearby, the Astoria-Warrenton-Seaside KOA is also conveniently located in the vicinity, providing additional camping options close to Hammond.

Where is Hammond campground located in Oregon?

Hammond is located on the northern Oregon coast in Clatsop County, near the mouth of the Columbia River. The Hammond area is situated just west of Warrenton and approximately 10 miles northwest of Astoria. This coastal location provides easy access to nearby camping options including Fort Stevens State Park Campground and Kampers West RV Park, both offering drive-in access with full amenities for campers wanting to explore this scenic section of the Oregon coast.

What camping is available near Hammond, OR?

According to TheDyrt.com, Hammond, OR offers a wide range of camping options, with 167 campgrounds and RV parks near Hammond, OR and 10 free dispersed camping spots.

Which is the most popular campground near Hammond, OR?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Hammond, OR is Fort Stevens State Park Campground with a 4.5-star rating from 156 reviews.

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

According to TheDyrt.com, there are 10 free dispersed camping spots near Hammond, OR.