Whether you're a tent camper, an RVer, or just passing through, Mt. Hood National Forest, OR has a lot to offer. Enjoy the scenic camping, fun activities, and sights and sounds of Mt. Hood National Forest. Search nearby campsites and find top-rated spots from other campers.
$26 - $100 / night
"Campground on Trillium Lake at the base of Mt Hood in the Mt Hood National Forest. Awesome tent sites among towering fir trees. Lake for paddle boarding, kayaking or canoeing (nothing motorized)."
"The best feature though, is the easy access to the trails and fishing at Trillium Lake, and proximity to Mt. Hood."
$26 - $28 / night
"The campground pros were its proximity to Clear Lake, the huge campsites, and it was not very crowded. We absolutely loved clear lake and it was great for paddleboarding,swimming, and fishing."
"I highly recommend this campground as it is beautiful and tucked back off 26 far enough that you don't hear the highway."
$22 - $28 / night
"Mt. Hood National Forest, and the views of Mt. Hood are spectacular. The campsite itself is near a beautiful lake, Timothy Lake."
"Great spot on Timothy lake to hang out, drink a beer, and not have to deal with the crowds at a day use area.
The walk-in sites are a little close together, but that’s expected at most campgrounds."
"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."
$25 - $27 / night
"Mt. Hood National Forest. Not too busy and had a wonderful 3 nights visiting. Great summer weather in August and not too buggy."
"Intimate & quiet little campground close to Portland. Little crater lake is beautiful and a quick walk from the campsite. The PCT is a minute or two walk from the lake."
"Mt. Hood National Forest there are roughly 8-10 free pullouts. On the south side of the road, the pullouts are alongside a peaceful little creek."
"We arrived at the location around 11:30pm and first thing we noticed was how pitch black it was and how loud (in the best way) the adjacent Zigzag River was."
$26 - $28 / night
"We stayed here as Trillium Lake was full."
"Small lake. Good for swimming and kayaking. Watching osprey. I walked around the lake, although there really isn't a trail. '
Wonderful views of Mt Hood."
$44 - $125 / night
"I have kind of a love/hate thing going on for Lost Lake Campgrounds.
Pros: It is beautiful. There's a reason it's one of Oregon's most photographed sites."
"Lost Lake Resort & Campground is somewhere we go at least once each summer. It has that nostalgic summer-camp vibe. A little more spendy than your typical Oregon campsite, but serene and private."
$22 - $28 / night
"The scenery and the placid, warm lake, make this my favorite place to camp in Oregon. The campsites can be very uneven for tents, but we’ve always made it work."
"Timothy Lake was clean, friendly an the campground was amazing. Lots to explore an do. P.s there is a fire ban right now so no fire pits allowed.have fun an be safe out there Oregon Campers."
"Easy to find and lots of space so you won’t be directly next to someone else. Trillium Lake in walking distance. Next supermarket 8min drive away."
"Ample amount of room as we arrived around 9pm or so. We saw so many stars too :)"
RangerSurprised we were able to snag a spot here on Memorial Day weekend! Drove in Sunday evening. Quite a few dispersed spots, kinda close to one another- everyone was respectful. The road behind this gets a great view of Mt. Hood!!
No amenities. Dry camping!
PACK IT OUT
GuideNice campground, sites are close to each other, facilities were clean, you will hear lots of traffic noise and the train tracks are below the campground very loud.
TravelerNice little area. Went out the day after memorial weekend. Hoping the holiday campers would be gone. This area was still pretty full with campers when I showed up. For the most part everyone around me kept the noise down. One of the cleaner dispersed sites I’ve seen out here. Would imagine this place stays busy during the summer months. Decent amount of van lifers when I visited. Stayed 2 nights.
ScoutElectrical has been good so far, but the water is dirty and filled with what appears to be iron. It has gone through my filter. So carry some portable water. Trees can fall. Sites are fairly level. Cabins have been boarded off. It's not fair from dispersed campsites. Water hookups are at odd angles inside water meter boxes, so hooking up can be challenging.
GuideBlm land next to the river only 5 spots all with tables and fire pits. Pit toilet across the way. Next to the road way so can be dusty and the trains are on the other side of the river. wildlife abundant and fishing Im told excellent.
ScoutFor a free place to stay it sure beats a parking lot. Lots of trees, large spaces but lots of rain in May. But if coming thr again I would stay here. You can stay up to 14 days. In night two, I got a mouse. Ugh!
TravelerOnce you turn off NF-1270 the road is real tight. Hopefully, you don't mind pin stripes. If you desire tree coverage or grass there are two or three nice spots just within a 5 min drive south of this spot along NF-1270 that are unmarked on this app. Will be visiting again.
GuideI was just passing through and saw a spot to pull over for a bit. I didn’t even realize until the morning this was a spot on Dyrt. It was so peaceful along the river and was a beautiful sunset view and next thing I remember was waking up with the sun coming up.
No facilities here it’s just a spot to park and experience the beauty of being out on the road.
Mild note caution, more a heads up. I came from Bend/Redmund via Madras. From Madras, the GPS took me on NW Pelton Dam Rd through Pelton Park: totally worth it for the views I loved it but there was a short but surprisingly steep windy section of road dropping you from the farmland down into the canyon. It’s my first trailer and my first time hitting a section that steep so I definitely smoked my brakes. You can also come to this spot from the north instead of the south, or just don’t be surprised, don’t do what I did and ride your brakes down the hill just use lower gears, don’t gain any speed, and enjoy the view longer!
TravelerSo far I checked in just today so haven’t explored too much I will update when necessary.
Camping near Mt. Hood National Forest, Oregon, offers a mix of stunning views, outdoor activities, and unique experiences. Whether you're pitching a tent or parking an RV, there's something for everyone in this beautiful area.
Camping near Mt. Hood National Forest, Oregon, is a fantastic way to enjoy the great outdoors. With a variety of campgrounds and activities, there's something for everyone to enjoy!
Frequently Asked Questions
According to TheDyrt.com, Mt. Hood National Forest offers a wide range of camping options, with 333 campgrounds and RV parks near Mt. Hood National Forest and 40 free dispersed camping spots.
According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Mt. Hood National Forest is Trillium Lake with a 4.4-star rating from 49 reviews.
According to TheDyrt.com, there are 40 free dispersed camping spots near Mt. Hood National Forest.
According to TheDyrt.com, there are 19 parks near Mt. Hood National Forest that allow camping, notably Bankhead National Forest and Chugach National Forest.
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