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Campgrounds near Albany, Oregon range from full-service RV parks to rustic tent camping areas, with several options within a 30-minute drive of the city. The Albany-Corvallis KOA offers tent sites, RV hookups, cabins, and glamping accommodations with amenities including a pool and recreation facilities. Silver Falls State Park Campground, located about 45 minutes east, provides a more natural setting with hiking trails and waterfalls, while smaller facilities like Waterloo County Park offer riverside camping opportunities closer to town.
Road conditions throughout the region remain accessible year-round, though some campgrounds have seasonal limitations. Many developed campgrounds require advance reservations, particularly during summer months when occupancy rates peak. "This park is located between Corvallis and Albany Oregon. Very convenient to local stores like Costco, Walmart, Fred Meyer's," noted one camper about the Albany-Corvallis KOA, highlighting the proximity to urban amenities. Most campgrounds in the area feature electric hookups, water access, and sanitary facilities, making them suitable for both tent and RV camping. Winter camping remains available at several locations, though with reduced services and fewer open sites.
Campers consistently rate Silver Falls State Park highly for its natural features and hiking opportunities. According to reviews, "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." Mixed-use campgrounds like Blue Ox RV Park receive positive feedback for their quiet atmosphere and amenities, with one visitor noting it has "multiple laundry rooms, heated indoor pool, recreation area indoors." The region's campgrounds typically feature fire rings and picnic tables, with many offering showers and flush toilets. Proximity to water features like rivers and lakes represents a common highlight in visitor reviews, with Waterloo County Park providing boat-in access along with traditional drive-in camping options.
Best Campgrounds near Albany (183)
1. Albany-Corvallis KOA
"Though we were close to the entrance of the KOA, we heard pretty much every vehicle that came in and out of the park."
"Easy accesss to I-5 and close to town. Yet in a quiet area off hwy - 34. Close to OSU great place for graduates families to stay !!"
2. Knox Butte RV Park
"It's in the heart of everywhere in Albany I mean there's so many places to go there. I will go back if I can to. That area to visit for sure"
"Close to the airport so early morning air traffic in the skies above the park. There is an early morning train. I am a sound sleeper so didn't hear it but my wife did and didn't sleep very well."
3. Silver Falls State Park Campground
"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."
"Probably the easiest accessibility to the most awesome waterfalls per few square miles in Oregon. Ample Parking and many different falls and trails to choose from"
from $28 - $92 / night
Check Availability4. Waterloo County Park
"Campgrounds are a little ways outside of Lebanon where we were able to get camping supplies at their 24 hour Walmart. Cute little town but not a big tourist destination."
"The small bit of driving you have to do to get to Waterloo is well worth it - what we have here is a spacious, friendly campground with good nearby attractions, including a moderately raging waterfall,"
from $9 / night
Check Availability5. Blue Ox RV Park
"Hour from the coast, hour from ski areas and plenty to do in and around Albany."
"Close easy access to freeway but minimal noise. Full hookups of course, Wi-Fi is strong and fast, 48 channels of sharp cable TV picture."
7. Benton Oaks County RV Park
"We wanted to visit OSU to Prepare for move in, we decided instead of a hotel to go back to this RV park so close to campus."
"Fairgrounds are nice and it is close to won for supplies. We stayed one night passing through and would stay there again."
from $38 - $42 / night
Check Availability8. Gills Landing RV Park
"Cute little RV park very close to town. You can walk or bike into town for food. This is the first RV park I've ever stayed in where the Wifi was actually decent."
"Directly on the river with hiking/biking paths. 20 full hookup sites with locked safe restrooms/coin showers."
from $35 - $40 / night
Check Availability9. Carsner Tree Farm (CTF)
"The location was perfect for us, since we planned some hikes around the area."
from $35 - $45 / night
Check Availability10. Woods Trailer-RV Park
"Cute park with friendly surroundings. Hard to reach owners, best to ask tenant or local town fb group. Decently priced."
Drive Time
- 16 min from Corvallis, OR
- 29 min from Salem, OR
- 39 min from Eugene, OR
- 1 hr 9 min from Portland, OR
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Recent Reviews near Albany, OR
1150 Reviews of 183 Albany Campgrounds
- GGlen B.Legend
Quartzville Recreation Corridor
Awesome stretch of road
After looking for a spot on a Saturday proved difficult, I landed one with an awesome swimming hole just yards away.
- Christina F.
RangerBeverly Beach State Park Campground
It was ok.
Everybody raves about this campground, but we found it just ok. This is a HUGE campground situated along the Oregon coast and Hwy 101. Actually, you walk under Hwy 101 to get out to the beach. There are 8 loops (A-H), that are a mix of yurts, standard tents sites, FHU (full hook-ups) and PHU (partial hook-ups) sites. Loops A, B, and groups sites are the closest to the beach, but also closest to the road noise from Hwy 101. The campground is nice, but there is not much privacy or space as sites are packed in close together. We lucked out in that our site, F14, was around a bend in the road and surrounded by shrubs. This was not the norm though from what I saw during our daily walks. As other reviewers mentioned, this is a very family friendly campground. There were tons of kids on bikes and scooters going to and fro. This caused a little bit of an issue when we arrived and were prepping to back our 32ft 5th wheel into our spot. I had to give a yell at some kids who kept riding their bikes behind our trailer as my husband was trying to maneuver the trailer. Not cool and not very good campground etiquette. I will say this though, when quiet hours rolled around, I didn't hear a peep out of anyone near us. A couple more things...I had no Verizon connectivity what-so-ever until I got to the beach. If you are in loops C-H, the beach is definitely not "steps" away. It was quite a walk from F loop and even farther if you camp at the back of H and G loops. Lastly, the dump station (sigh). There is one lane in the dump station. For such a huge campground that has only 53 full hook-up sites out of 257 campsites, one lane is not enough. We waited in the dump station line for 45-50 minutes before we could dump our tanks. Another issue is the pilot program that Oregon state parks is doing at some of their parks. The fee for the dump station is $10 for everyone unless you had a FHU site. There is a qr code that you're supposed to be able to scan and pay. Well, I still didn't have service at the dump station and my husband doesn't have a smart phone. I had to walk over and pay at the ranger station. We had an issue at another park as well, but that will be in the review for that park.
Another little note: we saw some dead birds on the beach. I reported this to the ranger station and she told me that unfortunately this is a normal occurance in August. The name escapes me at the moment, but this type of bird nests in the rocks and when a predator comes, they fling themselves off the rocks. So it is a normal thing in August, but just beware for when you go out on the beach.
- mmitzi M.
GuideSouth Beach State Park Campground
Large, More Adults, Clean, Walking Distance to Ocean Beach
Near Newport Oregon, this state run place is clean, even with lots of people, it was quiet. Lots of shade trees and even tho the wind was howling on the beach, it was just breezy on camp.
Smaller spots but with room between them so you don’t feel cramped while you camp!Grounds are spread out so again, lower letters are closer to ocean paths.
Clean bathrooms with decent showers. - mmitzi M.Guide
Beverly Beach State Park Campground
Good place but potential for crowding
4 stars because ppl are packed in like sardines. Off season this place would be best.
This is August and of course there are lots of families with kids and adults seem to think it’s ok for them to scream around on bikes and e-bikes w/o any limits on speed and awareness of other people.However there are a few nature trails thru some unbelievable old growth forest that is mind numbing beautiful!!!
It’s close to the ocean, so you can walk.
The campgrounds are long and spread out, the lower letters a-c have the best spots if you love the ocean. Also better WiFi signals.
There are a few people who think that they own the spots I guess and can be up doing their thing like this guy. It’s got a big ram truck. It seems to be moving his truck just to move it this morning and then later on and it loud. It’s 6:30 AM light is flashing right in my eye. I’m trying to enjoy my coffee.
Take away the people in this place would be stellar
Good access to the town. It’s only about 7 miles away to get supplies, but it’s quiet with the exception of the people and the forest is lovely.
- MMystle W.
ScoutEugene Kamping World RV Park
Not pretty, but the WiFi is great!
We had the furthest site from the main office and their WIFI was still strong enough for both of us to work our remote jobs all day.
Bonus - large fenced in dog parkA lot of permanent RVs and some RV storage on the perimeter sites. The sites are VERY tight. But the staff was very accommodating with our last-minute reservation change.
It has everything we need - FHU, clean bathrooms and showers, trash, propane, & dump station.
Can't beat the price and proximity to Eugene. - RRose A.
TravelerQuartzville Recreation Corridor
Interesting Fun Place to Camp
Camp sites along this road for a couple miles open for use. Just over half of them were full this time early august. Entire dispersed strip was mostly clean, all with their own fire rings & plenty of room. Some pulled off away from the street but mostly all by a generally busy mountain road. People would fly by at all times of day & night. Entire strip is also on a cliff with direct access to river. I wasn’t too thrilled to be so close to the road, however the adventure I had exploring this unique river with all the cool climbs, water falls & wildlife.. it proved to be well worth the experience. Got great exercise and made amazing memories & even new friends!
Nick J.GuideSouthshore At Detroit Lake
Large Campsites, Beautiful Views
Southshore is one of those hidden gems on Detroit lake. While lakeside campsites don’t have easy access to the water, the views make up for it. The sites are large and welcoming and there is a lot of space between sites.
The pit toilets were clean and the camp host warm and welcoming. While walking with my daughter and our dogs he chatted with us for a bit and offered stickers to my 11 year old who was very excited. Overall great experience and will be visiting again.
Jessie Z.ScoutRichardson Park & Campground - A Lane County Park
Delightful spot
We love bringing the RV here with the pups. We come at least monthly. The sites are nice, and some are quite private. It’s a short walk to a swimming beach, which isn’t too busy during the week days and is perfect for a pup swim (even with one reactive little guy)
Guide to Albany
Camping options near Albany, Oregon include dispersed sites and established campgrounds within Willamette Valley's temperate climate zone. The region receives moderate rainfall with summer temperatures averaging 75-85°F and winter lows around 30-40°F. Most camping areas sit at elevations between 200-400 feet, providing accessible terrain for campers of varying experience levels throughout the 9-month primary camping season.
What to do
Disc golf course access: Waterloo County Park offers an 18-hole disc golf course through wooded areas and open fields. "Waterloo is pretty open and has some bike trails and some parks and a pretty great disc golf course! The water is really cold but perfect for a day outside or a picnic with the kids!" notes one Waterloo County Park visitor.
River activities: The South Santiam River provides fishing and swimming opportunities with designated access points. "Right on the river for swimming or fishing. If you drive up the road, you can float down the river to your campground!" explains a Waterloo County Park camper. Fishing enthusiasts can use the ADA-accessible fishing deck.
Waterfall hiking: For waterfall enthusiasts, Silver Falls State Park Campground offers extensive trail systems. "The hike is amazing and beautiful though most of the trails are closed to dogs," reports one visitor. Another adds: "This is a gorgeous state park, absolutely worth the visit even if you're just coming to the day use area. Amazing hikes, the main one being the one with 10 waterfalls."
What campers like
Indoor amenities: Blue Ox RV Park provides year-round comfort with indoor facilities. "Multiple Laundry Rooms, heated indoor pool, recreation area indoors. Hour from the coast, hour from ski areas and plenty to do in and around Albany," mentions one long-term guest. These facilities prove particularly valuable during rainy periods.
Campground cleanliness: Many Albany-area campgrounds maintain high cleanliness standards. At Knox Butte RV Park, "Everything is paved, the sites have nice clean picnic tables, and plenty of green Lush grass. The showers were clean and had good water pressure," notes a Knox Butte RV Park visitor.
Camp host service: Camp hosts at several facilities provide exceptional assistance. At Gills Landing, "Camp host greets upon arrival and provides area maps and complimentary tokens for showers," reports one reviewer, highlighting the personalized service that enhances the camping experience.
What you should know
Road noise considerations: Several campgrounds near Albany experience highway noise due to proximity to major roads. At Albany-Corvallis KOA, one camper notes: "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."
Pet restrictions: Dog owners should research trail access before arrival. At Silver Falls State Park Campground, "The campgrounds are nice. The hike is amazing and beautiful though most of the trails are closed to dogs," cautions a visitor. The park does offer an off-leash dog area, though it's unfenced.
Limited site privacy: Many campsites near Albany feature open layouts with minimal screening between sites. "It's an ok campground but was more of a parking lot style campground in my opinion, it does have grass and some trees," explains one Waterloo County Park visitor.
Tips for camping with families
Playground access: Several campgrounds feature dedicated play areas for children. "Our site was close to the freeway, so it was a little noisy, but the camps weren't too close together, so that was nice," mentions a visitor to Albany-Corvallis KOA, which offers a playground for younger campers.
Swimming safety precautions: The South Santiam River current can be dangerous for inexperienced swimmers. "Great little spot for a family get together and overnight stay... On the river good fishing... but be aware... current is swift.. swimmers seem to get in trouble every year here," warns a Waterloo County Park visitor.
Cabin options: For families seeking more comfort, several campgrounds offer cabin accommodations. "The cabins are small but comfortable with heat, lights, and beds. Covered porch is nice to sit and listen to the rain," explains a Silver Falls State Park visitor, describing amenities that work well for families with younger children.
Tips from RVers
WiFi quality: Internet connectivity varies significantly between campgrounds. At Benton Oaks County RV Park, one camper reports: "Corvallis, Oregon. Clean basic campgrounds. Booked online and no instructions for late arrivals so we did not have WiFi instructions nor did we have code for bathrooms." This contrasts with other facilities offering reliable connections.
RV site levelness: Most RV campgrounds near Albany feature level, paved sites. "The spots were level, no fire rings only a few picnic tables but caters to RVs only so most of us have tables and chairs," reports a visitor to Emerald Valley RV Park.
Hookup specifications: RVers should verify specific hookup types before booking. Most parks offer 50-amp service, but some have limited 30-amp availability. One Blue Ox RV Park visitor notes: "Full hookups of course, Wi-Fi is strong and fast, 48 channels of sharp cable TV picture. We are putting this on our A list and will return whenever we're passing through this area again."
Frequently Asked Questions
What campgrounds are available in Albany, Oregon?
What campgrounds are available in Albany, Oregon?
Albany offers several camping options to suit different preferences. Blue Ox RV Park provides amenities including heated indoor pool, recreation areas, and multiple laundry facilities. It's conveniently located about an hour from both the coast and ski areas. Knox Butte RV Park offers full hookups and is ideal for RVers visiting Albany. For those willing to drive a short distance, Waterloo County Park near Lebanon provides riverside camping with boat access, while Edgewater RV Resort and Marina near Sweet Home offers lakeside camping on Foster Lake.
Where can I find free camping near Albany, Oregon?
Where can I find free camping near Albany, Oregon?
Free camping options near Albany include the Quartzville Recreation Corridor, which offers dispersed camping sites along the Quartzville Creek about 45 minutes east of Albany. These primitive sites have no facilities but provide beautiful waterfront locations. Another option is to explore the Forest Service roads in the Willamette National Forest, where dispersed camping is typically allowed (14-day limit). Always check for no-camping signs and current regulations before setting up camp, as rules may change seasonally.
Is there a KOA campground in Albany, Oregon?
Is there a KOA campground in Albany, Oregon?
Yes, the Albany-Corvallis KOA is conveniently located between Albany and Corvallis. This KOA provides all the basic necessities through their main store for items you might have forgotten or need to restock. The campground offers family-friendly amenities with activities for children. Its strategic location provides easy access to local retailers like Costco, Walmart, and Fred Meyer. This makes it an ideal base for exploring both Albany and Corvallis while enjoying the comfort and reliability of KOA's standardized camping experience.
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