Best Tent Camping near Lyons, OR

Recent Tent Reviews near Lyons, Oregon

1007 Reviews of 62 Lyons Campgrounds

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  Tyson C.

  Scout

  

  Jul. 10, 2017

  Mt Hood Village Resort

  Good family spot

  This was a good family camping spot. Pros - there is a playground, swimming pool, small store, cafe, bathrooms with showers (and warm water) and activities during the day for kids. Cons - if you're tent camping the bathrooms are quite the hike, the tent sites are crammed together, there's only one working faucet in the entire tent camping area and the facilities are starting to look worn down.

  The most utterly confusing part to me is that there were two huge RV areas that were virtually empty and would be perfectly suitable for tent camping. I'm not sure why they retrofit a dozen or so of those sites for "premium" tent camping? I'd gladly pay a few extra bucks a night for a 110 outlet, more space my own personal water supply.

  We were in site T4. In my opinion it's the best site in the circle. If you can get T1, that looked like the best spot.

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  Carole M.

  Traveler

  

  Jun. 3, 2021

  Belknap Hot Springs Lodge and Gardens

  Lovely stay in a gorgeous setting

  We loved our stay here. We started on site 2 but it has zero shade so they were able to give us site 8. Right on the river with the beautiful sights and sounds of that majestic McKenzie. We moved up to the upper campground to site 14 for the next couple days. Also shady with sight and sound of the river. They sites aren’t very big but have a table and fire pit. The tent sites across the river that you hike to are amazing!! I want to tent camp there!! So wooded and many have direct river access. They also have cabins to rent. The hot mineral pools were wonderful and the staff friendly. They have a small store with a few essentials but no real food available. Lovely place.

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  Laurielle A.

  Scout

  

  Jul. 30, 2018

  Milo McIver State Park Campground

  Incredible River Oasis

  Granted, it's been 90 degrees everyday so anything near water feels incredible. BUT nothing quite as incredible as the ice, rushing Clackamas river!!!!!

  We stayed at this park for 3 days and it was such a trip. 2 adults, 2 kids and a pup had plenty of space on a tent site. The bathrooms were great and not to far of a trek, but for convenience they set up and ADA accessible portapotty near the tent camping area. The rangers were kind and helpful, as were the park hosts.

  Whether you're going for a full day of floating down the river (rentals offered at one of the boat launch areas) or want to climb your way down to a secluded chunk of river bend and hitch your float to a tree or rock, there is so much this park has to offer!

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  Kelly N.

  Ranger

  

  Sep. 25, 2018

  Yukwah Campground

  ADA access camping sites and great day use area

  Yukwah campground is found along hwy 22 East of Salem along the Willamette National Forest in Linn County. Most of the sites along this stretch are first come, first serve walk up sites - but you can reserve by connecting with Linn County Parks and Rec (see photo for info) for $18/night plus $5 additional vehicle fee and reservation fee. This campground has ada access camp sites and tent sites. Most of the RV sites along the Willamette National Forest can be used for tent camping. The day use area at this site is great for swimming, fishing, and possibly a small hike. I advise camping near the day use area (#3) if you have a large family or kids for larger sites and easy access. Yukwah is near wagon wheel bridge with access to trails for those wanting to hike while camping. Vault toilets are available (bring soap) - there are no showers or additional amenities. There is access to potable water at this location.

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  Bear G.

  Traveler

  

  Jun. 23, 2021

  Silver Falls State Park Campground

  Absolutely beautiful

  If you want to camp in Oregon this is the place to go. There are several waterfalls and hiking trails. You can see wildlife and you can't beat the beauty. You can tent camp and they also have yurts.

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  Jason G.

  Guide

  

  Jun. 14, 2024

  Mt Hood Village Resort

  The Ultimate Mt Hood Base Camp

  Not my normal camping scene, but decided to for an early summer ski session with the kids, we didn't want to completely rough it, but also didn't want to pay hotel prices. So, one of the standard cabins here was the perfect compromise. Roof over our heads, actual beds, room for three of us to be able to gear up for the day. But still had a fire pit outside, and picnic table for outdoor cooking. (Also the standard cabins don't have bathrooms, so you still need to go to the shared restrooms.)

  The property overall was really nice, lots of amenities. We also took a walk through the RV/Tent camp sites. Its very similar to a KOA style of resort. We enjoyed it for what it was.

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  Laura M.

  Legend

  

  Oct. 1, 2024

  Humbug Campground

  Love it here

  Humbug is one of our favorite campgrounds. We love the easy access to the beach and the beautiful hikes.  Showers are hot and free, rangers are always friendly.

  Cell service is pretty iffy here, but we manage to make it work with the cell booster.

  There's a dump station and water fill, trash and recycling, water spigots throughout campground, and firewood for sale.

  Tent sites in Oregon don't currently have the 25% non-resident surcharge (though I've heard that's changing soon) and there are plenty of non-hookup/tent sites that will fit RVs. There are also FHU and pull through sites.

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  James M.

  Scout

  

  Jun. 12, 2019

  Ripplebrook Campground CLOSED INDEFINITELY DUE TO FIRE

  Great small campground right on a creek.

  You never see any stinking trailers at this campground. It's perfect for tent camping.

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  Jessica M.

  Traveler

  

  Jul. 12, 2019

  Sunnyside Park

  Seems more like a parking lot not a campground

  Not super geared toward tent camping, if you have an RV or trailer it may be better. Super open with sites right on top of one another.

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  Lindsey T.

  Scout

  

  Jul. 3, 2017

  Milo McIver State Park Campground

  Wish we could have stayed longer

  We didn't stay even 24 hours. We only stayed for a place to sleep overnight, but I'm eager to return and stay longer. I was super impressed with the size and location of the tent sites. The tent sites were also secluded and flat. (But a far walk to the bathrooms/showers). There seemed to be a lot of hiking trails. I couldn't check them out because of our schedule, but I would 100% return. We drove to the boat launch area and it was easily accessible.

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  Chuck W.

  Traveler

  

  Oct. 10, 2020

  Santiam State Forest Butte Creek Falls Campground

  Just down the road

  This is Santiam State campground that is for basically tent camping. Water and Pit toilet. Some sights next to Butte Creek. The best part is that you very close to Butte creek water falls.

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  Cody T.

  Traveler

  

  Sep. 12, 2021

  Detroit Lake State Recreation Area

  Beautiful place

  Beautiful place right next to the lake! Wasn’t a fan of how open the sites are and the noise from the highway. We were tent camping however so your mileage may vary with a camper/trailer set up.

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  Noelle F.

  Scout

  

  Jul. 18, 2019

  Belknap Hot Springs Lodge and Gardens

  Love this place

  Great for any kind of camper or non-camper. Tents, RVs, cabins, the lodge, they have it all. Staff is friendly and the hot spring pools are wonderful. We have tent camped here and have rented a cabin and had a great experience both times.

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  Mallory R.

  Traveler

  

  Oct. 27, 2020

  Detroit Lake State Recreation Area

  Beautiful Lake Campground

  Had a wonderful time tent camping here with our 4 month old baby. Great place to cool off on hot summer days. Love the trail that goes around the lake!

  **Might have been affected by fires in September 2020**

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  Bill I.

  Guide

  

  Jul. 15, 2016

  Paradise Campground

  Campsite 55

  Beautiful spot right on the river, but all the tent sites are on a slight slant and the parking is too steep for in vehicle sleeping.

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  Steve H.

  Guide

  

  Jul. 8, 2019

  Mt Hood Village Resort

  Large TT/Encore Campground

  Up at the base of Mt Hood, this large resort style campground (operates by Thousand Trails/Encore) offers various areas for camping. There are full RV hookup sites, tent sites, group tent sites, E/W RV hookups and cabins/yurts throughout. It seems most, of not all, RV sites have room for at least a small tent or more and they do allow that. There also is a few group tent sites that I saw.

  As for amenities, the campground has a small store that sells the basics and some RV parts, a deli/restaurant, playground and pool.

  There are trails to get to the Salmon River, not difficult by any means.

  Being just a dozen miles or so from Government Camp, there are so many things to do when you want to get out of the campground.

  It’s open year round, and many folks use Mt Hood Village RV Resort as a basecamp for activities for all seasons.

  Overall, I enjoyed my stay, though the limited restroom and showers are oddly placed, with access only by walking the loop. There are no trails to get to them, so if you are at the other end, it’s a small hike. The plus is that the restrooms are clean and well stocked.

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  Chuck W.

  Traveler

  

  Oct. 10, 2020

  Santiam State Forest Rhody Lake Recreation Area

  Worth the drive

  Very crowded in summer. Pit toilet. Tent camping. Very steep final approach on dirt road. Very beautiful lake with Salomanders. If your lucky to have the lake to yourself it can be very quiet except for wildlife sounds. It is possible to kayak with easy access

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  Jaymz G.

  Traveler

  

  Jun. 8, 2018

  Promontory Park

  Tight sites

  TThis is a great lil campground on the shores of the North Fork Reservoir! The sites are tightly spaced with cabin, yurts and tent camping available. There is trout fishing starting May 22 and continues through October. Cheap way to get out of the city

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  Nicole R.

  Guide

  

  Oct. 31, 2018

  North Arm Campground

  Stayed a week! So pretty!

  This was so peaceful. We tent camped for a week in the summer. Took nice long hike around the lake twice with the kids. The spots are huge, the toilets smell so bad though. Make sure to bring sanitizer definitely. The views in the morning make it worth it though.

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  Lady L.

  Guide

  

  Jun. 3, 2021

  Milo McIver State Park Campground

  Nice campground

  Tent area is separate from RVs and it has lots of privacy. Camp host is very sweet, he brought fire wood to my tent. Nice trails and lake, nice bathroom/shower. It is about 100 yard walk through forested trail to showers and you can't park your car in your tent camp but it is small so the parking is very close. I like how forested the area is.

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  Laura M.

  Legend

  

  Oct. 22, 2021

  Ikenick Sno-Park

  Free Camping and Hiking

   Right off Hwy 126 is this dirt parking lot where camping  is allowed. There is access to multiple hikes from this point. 

  Over night parking without permit May - Oct ok, but inside a vehicle only, no tent camping allowed per sign in winter as snowplow drivers cannot see tents as well. 

  No toilets or trash in this area so pack in and pack out. No cell reception.

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  Faith F.

  Scout

  

  Jul. 31, 2018

  Whitcomb Creek County Park

  Great Family Campground

  My family and I have stayed here multiple times and have always enjoyed it. Camp hosts and rangers are always nice and helpful. Tent sites don’t have electric or water but water spickets are located around the park if needed. Clean and decent sized sites.

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  Sarah H.

  Guide

  

  Jul. 27, 2016

  Silver Falls State Park Campground

  Fun Inland Waterfalls

  We tent camped two nights at Silver Falls. Tree lined campgrounds were well maintained. Sites are close together and the grounds are very social (which we like). Ranger led evening program was educational and interactive. The highlight of the trip was the 8+ mile hike to explore 10 different waterfalls. The hike was easy enough for our seven year old to complete, but tough enough to wear us out. We very much enjoyed a swim with other families in one of the final falls. The drive from Portland was gorgeous! It was nice to get a glimpse of rural Oregon.

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  Patricia F.

  Traveler

  

  Jul. 1, 2020

  Belknap Hot Springs Lodge and Gardens

  Remote tent sites right on the water!

  Nice tent sites removed from the lodge and RV sites. Lovely walking trails and accessibility to soaking pools with hot spring water. Staff as very friendly, but the one bathroom was very dirty. They do sell firewood and ice at the checkin - which was nice. 

  Overall - a lovely getaway.

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  Michael J.

  Traveler

  

  Aug. 22, 2021

  Promontory Park

  Quiet Campground

  On the Clackamas river, mostly tent sites and a few RV sites with electric. Sites spread out nicely. Marina close by with overnight moorage if you want. My site had plenty of room to keep my jet ski. There's also overnight overflow parking if you want to park it there.

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  Irene L.

  Guide

  

  May. 30, 2017

  Silver Falls State Park Campground

  Surreal beauty worthy of a postcard!

  This is one of the best places in all of Oregon. You can hike all around, swim, and even access the prettiest parts in a wheelchair! Also some campground activities like games and playgrounds. The camping is pretty straightforward and clean. There are “bunk houses” in addition to simple tent sites. There are some campsites next to a creek, if you are lucky! It is pretty crowded, so know what you’re getting into...but it’s worth it for the beauty. Get up before sunrise and get on the trails if you can!!

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  Minta J.

  Ranger

  

  Jun. 18, 2021

  Silver Falls State Park Campground

  beautiful campground with bonus waterfall hikes

  Silver Falls is awesome to visit and the campground is great if you have the opporunity to stay for a day or two.

  Beautifully forested and close to the waterfalls, the campground has all the features you could need.  Tent sites, rv sites, and cabins.  It's very popular and can sometimes be hard to find a reservation.