Best Camping near Ontario, OR

Whether you're an RVer or tent camper, Ontario, OR is a great place to post up for the weekend—or longer. Aside from great camping spots, you'll find hiking and many more outdoor experiences. Thinking of traveling with kids? You're in luck—Ontario is surrounded by family-friendly activities. At The Dyrt, campers like you share their favorite spots, plus tips and photos. No matter where you're headed in Ontario, you'll find the best spot for you and your camping crew.

Best Camping Sites Near Ontario, OR (79)

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316 Reviews of 79 Ontario Campgrounds


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    Camper-submitted photo from Swedes Landing
    Nov. 26, 2024

    Swedes Landing

    Nice riverside place - perfect for nude relaxation

    I'm just now getting around to reviewing some places that I've enjoyed and plan to return to.  I was here in late August 2022 during a swing through the Northwest, and I spent three days and nights nude here.  Very pleasant and relaxing at the river, not too crowded and there were only a few other campers there, and no one cared that I was naked.  Some people who were camped a distance away were nude as well (nudity is not illegal in Oregon).  I did some short hikes and swam in the river each day.  The weather was perfect and I'm making plans to return there when I go through the NW again.

  • Fred S.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Succor Creek State Natural Area Dispersed
    Nov. 2, 2024

    Succor Creek State Natural Area Dispersed

    Beautiful view of Succor Creek canyon and surrounding hills

    Free. Coordinates: 43.43811,-117.11743. Camped here at the end of Sept, 2024. Located at the southern end of Succor Creek State Natural Area, close to the boundary with BLM land. 1/10th of a mile from Succor Creek Road. Access from Succor Creek Road is okay; rocky and eroded in a few places on an uphill drive. The site is located on a loop where the access track ends at a livestock fenced. You pass another large dispersed site on the way up. The dirt site is not quite level. Lots of cow patties.  Surrounded by grass and sagebrush. Site has a rock fire ring. Open to sky, no shade; solar recharging and Starlink possible. It may be possible to set up a tent in the grass. There is a view of Succor Creek canyon. Fantastic views of surrounding mountains. No hiking trails, but one can explore that area beyond the fence and get additional views of the canyon and creek. No cell service. Very remote location. Except for a few cows and coyotes, very quiet area. I loved this spot!

  • Jill R.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Rivers Edge RV Park
    Oct. 4, 2024

    Rivers Edge RV Park

    It’s like a dirty dog that badly needs grooming

    Reading the other reviews made me a little unsure, but I went for it. The location is outstanding and my site is right on the river. The sites aren’t real obvious so I kind of made it up as I went. There is trash everywhere. The fire pits are all full of trash. And a little mowing or weed eating would help. To be honest, all the campgrounds I’ve been to this trip have been covered in trash and dog feces. It’s obvious service has gone the way of the dinosaurs. Keep your expectations low!!!

  • James B.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Oasis Recreation Site
    Oct. 2, 2024

    Oasis Recreation Site

    Beautiful place ruined by homeless trash

    This is a spot run by BLM right on the Snake River. Any sized rig can fit and surrounding area is beautiful.
    There is a small pit toilet on site.
    This would be a perfect free overnight, but homeless people have been allowed to dump trash in a pile next to their RV. There is also a pile left behind from another.
    This is a failing of BLM to manage their sheriffs office property.

  • DL M.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Farewell Bend State Recreation Area
    Sep. 23, 2024

    Farewell Bend State Recreation Area

    Empty and burnt

    We have stayed many times and loved it. But now the place had about seven campers. Most sites had reserved stickers on them . The few remaining had signs say check on line. Our cellular service was too weak to check on line sadly. All the best riverfront sites over by the huts said reserved which I believe translates to out of service. There's normally electricity, water and a picnic table at these sites. A fire swept by the boundary of the park and partly through it to the river.

  • DL M.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Spring Recreation Site
    Sep. 23, 2024

    Spring Recreation Site

    Ready for a renewal

    This beautiful park has seen its day.The facilities are tired. The fish cleaning station is closed. The reservoir is very low It's $5 for camping. There are friendly hosts from Washington State. They told Us to park anywhere we wanted. I saw one other camper. It looks like in the past you would park in the parking lot to camp in front of your table and fire ring. T-Mobile offers 2/3 bar LTE signal. There's a forest fire station adjacent to the campground.

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    Camper-submitted photo from Spring Recreation Site
    Sep. 22, 2024

    Spring Recreation Site

    Pull out B4 rec site

    Sat nite in Sept. Good dispersed pullout-carry own H2O etc. High clearance gets some privacy off access rd prior to rec site. A few miles off I84. Wind can howl and likely too hot during summer months. Good overnight b/w UT and WA. ATT 2-3 bars

  • B
    Camper-submitted photo from Rivers Edge RV Park
    Sep. 12, 2024

    Rivers Edge RV Park

    Beautiful!

    Traveling through Idaho and made this reservation online just an hour before arrival. Very simple to reserve. 

    We have a 38' 5th wheel pulled with a dually pickup. It was a tight fit, but after we were parked, it was awesome. We were in space #5. After unhooking, we did park the pickup across the lane in space they have for extra vehicles. Hook ups were simple. Although the sewer pipe at our site was a little high, so we had to really use risers under our drain pipe to get it to that level. Other sites seemed ground level. 

    When we left the next morning, we did have to pull out the "entrance" lane, as the angle of the space and smaller area, we couldn't turn sharp enough for the exit lane. 

    We could watch the sunset over the Snake River from out campsite. No bugs and lots of shade. Quiet campground.......except the duck hunters on other properties.  
    We didn't use the restrooms, etc. there. 

    They have very nice metal fire pits and a decent picnic table at each site. If you needed to stay in a cabin, they looked very nice. The larger one with the bathroom, was a beautiful site.  

    The price was great, especially for full hookups. I wish we could have stayed more than one night.

    We would definitely stay there again.

  • RThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Country Corners Campground & RV Park
    Sep. 12, 2024

    Country Corners Campground & RV Park

    Clean, quiet and good for an overnight stop

    We arrived late, but it was no problem. Everything was great - quiet, but near the highway. Showers and bathrooms were super clean. We walked to the little cafe down the street and had a nice country breakfast before going on our way to Idaho.

  • Kevin W.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from River Point RV Park
    Aug. 27, 2024

    River Point RV Park

    Right off I-84. Perfect when passing through.

    I found this place using the Dyrt app and was happy with the stay. We only spent one night here as we were passing through town. I purchased the site after hours, and everything was paid for; check-in and registration were all done from my smartphone. I paid$70 for a backup sight with full hookups. They have 24-hour shower/bathroom stalls that are very clean and nice. It is located right off I-84, so some light traffic will be heard. It is in a small city with plenty of options to eat out. Boise is only 1 hour away, which isn't bad if you want to explore that part of Idaho. Overall, it was clean, quiet, and easy to navigate.

  • Jerry L.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Malheur County Fairgrounds
    Aug. 27, 2024

    Malheur County Fairgrounds

    Low cost opt

    I like the idea of being able to camp cheap and all, but if there happens to be a storm before the day you pull in, you might encounter some mud in the grassy area. Not complaining, but was trying to stay out of the mud as I have a dog who doesn’t care where he runs and that can be a problem with the wife inside trailer.

  • Evan W.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Oasis Recreation Site
    Aug. 16, 2024

    Oasis Recreation Site

    Easy access, big open space, but no privacy

    This spot is right off a paved road, so about as easy access as you can find. It’s a gravel parking lot for a boat launch onto Snake River.

    There are 2 spots along the water below that are semi-private, but they were taken, so I just parked in the lot, with 2 other campers in trailers. Tons of space, and the road that goes by is relatively quiet, so there isn’t much noise from it even though it’s so close.

    Probably not the nicest area to hang for an extended stay because of the lack of privacy, but for a quick stop it’s perfectly fine. Outhouse on site too.

  • V
    Camper-submitted photo from Farewell Bend State Recreation Area
    Jul. 31, 2024

    Farewell Bend State Recreation Area

    Campground closed as of 7/24/24

    We planned to stop here on a let of our trip and found the park closed. Their website explains that there is an issue with the water system. Check their website before heading out there.

  • JThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Riverlife RVing
    Jul. 28, 2024

    Riverlife RVing

    Needs some tlc

    This campground has potential that is not being exploited. Lovely spot beside the Payette River but that’s about it. Water and 30/50 hookups but too few trees, ery little to do without driving a distance. Close to white water rafting outfitters.

  • Cass G.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Hat J Equine motel and RV
    Jul. 19, 2024

    Hat J Equine motel and RV

    Felt Like Home!

    Me and my partner were really needing a place to have a small fire to cook our food and set up our roof top tent. Jennifer, the property owner was very responsive and super friendly! She made us feel right at home. Very peaceful area right off the freeway! This would be a dream spot for someone with a camper/rv! If we pass through Idaho/Oregon area again we will definitely be staying here every time 😊

  • pThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Big Eddy Campground
    Jul. 16, 2024

    Big Eddy Campground

    Great little spot!

    Great spot to escape 55 traffic jams! It has great fishing, and river beach access. Has a bathroom. Picnic tables. Only draw back would be road noise but if that doesn't bother you then 5 stars for a dispersed site!

  • mike L.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Bully Creek Reservoir County Park
    Jul. 13, 2024

    Bully Creek Reservoir County Park

    Nice place but not fancy

    This is a basic campground but it sits on a nice lake. There were forest fires burning in the distance so I didn’t have the best timing. That being said, I think it is a good place to stay in the area for a night or two. It was quiet, easily accessible, and reasonably maintained. It would not be a destination for me, but I’d stay there again

  • J
    Camper-submitted photo from Vale Valley RV Park
    Jul. 4, 2024

    Vale Valley RV Park

    Beware of longer than nightly stay

    If you make a reservation less than 30 days before your visit it’s impossible to get your money back, as they require 30 day cancellation notice! Be aware even if you give advance notice of some emergency preventing you from reservation. Unless it’s 30 days prior to visit!

  • B
    Camper-submitted photo from Rivers Edge RV Park
    Jul. 3, 2024

    Rivers Edge RV Park

    Such a DISAPPOINTMENT

    The cabin we reserved for two nights was such a disappointment, becasue of the time we arrived we forced ourselves to stay one night. The floors were not clean and sleeping on the bed provided was like sleeping on a pie tin. it crinkled and cracked everytinme you moved. The cabin door you could not lock and the bathroom was unbelievably dirty. The shower was more like a drip.

  • Casey B.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Oasis Recreation Site
    Jun. 29, 2024

    Oasis Recreation Site

    It was a spot to sleep

    Nice little place to pull off for the night. It's just a gravel parking lot right next to an RV park. Beautiful view of the snake river and rolling hills. The bathroom was clean. The amount of bugs at sunset was BIBLICAL!

  • Casey B.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Owyhee-Dispersed
    Jun. 26, 2024

    Owyhee-Dispersed

    Beautiful, but...

    It's an absolutely stunning location, but there are very few spots with any shade at all and it gets HOT out there. Depending on how rugged your vehicle is, spots are limited. No T-Mobile service. Oh, and the bugs are insane.

  • Geneva B.
    Camper-submitted photo from Rivers Edge RV Park
    Jun. 20, 2024

    Rivers Edge RV Park

    Party central

    We stayed 2 nights. The neighbors next to us drank all day and all night. There is supposed to be a noise curfew. It wasn't enforced. It was horrible. When they were asked to quiet down. They said nope and proceeded to say I hope you enjoy us and our parties.

    The bathrooms... horror movie material! Showers, I'm pretty sure have never been cleaned. There was large mice or rat feces every where. Spiders in the showers. No water pressure. I have seen dirty bathrooms as I own my own cleaning business. This bathroom took dirty, disgusting to a whole née level



Guide to Ontario

Camping near Ontario, Oregon, offers a mix of beautiful scenery and outdoor fun. Whether you’re looking for a peaceful retreat or a family-friendly adventure, there are plenty of campgrounds to choose from.

What to do:

  • Fishing and boating: The Farewell Bend State Recreation Area is right on the Snake River, making it a great spot for fishing. One visitor mentioned, "Close to the water as well," highlighting the easy access to fishing spots.
  • Hiking: Explore the trails around the Oasis Recreation Site. A camper noted, "There are 5 spots to camp here most are right along the river," which makes for a scenic hike.
  • Wildlife watching: Many campgrounds, like Indian Creek Campground — Lake Owyhee State Park, offer opportunities to see local wildlife. One reviewer shared, "We had mule deer and a covey of quail visit us mornings and evenings."

What campers like:

  • Clean facilities: Campers appreciate the cleanliness of restrooms and showers. At Rivers Edge RV Park, one visitor said, "The bathrooms took dirty, disgusting to a whole new level," while another noted, "The laundry & showers were immaculate."
  • Peaceful environment: Many enjoy the tranquility of places like Oasis on the Snake RV Park & Campground. A reviewer mentioned, "It’s clean, quiet and peaceful though close to the freeway."
  • Friendly staff: Campers often rave about the welcoming atmosphere. At Country Corners Campground & RV Park, one guest said, "The owners were very welcoming."

What you should know:

  • Limited amenities: Some campgrounds, like Oasis Recreation Site, lack drinking water and electric hookups. A camper pointed out, "It’s just a gravel parking lot right next to an RV park."
  • Noise from nearby roads: Campgrounds near highways, such as Farewell Bend State Recreation Area, can have some noise. One reviewer mentioned, "Though close to the freeway, it’s quiet."
  • Seasonal closures: Always check ahead for campground availability. A visitor noted, "We planned to stop here on a leg of our trip and found the park closed."

Tips for camping with families:

  • Choose family-friendly sites: Look for campgrounds with amenities like picnic tables and playgrounds. Cow Hollow Park has a lot of space for kids to play, with one camper saying, "It’s like staying in a big school playground."
  • Plan for activities: Make sure to have games or outdoor activities ready. A family at Ambassador RV Resort enjoyed the pool and game room, saying, "Great price nice pool game room laundry."
  • Pack snacks and drinks: Keep everyone happy with plenty of snacks. One camper at Country Corners Campground & RV Park appreciated the "free firewood at the pit."

Tips from RVers:

  • Check for big rig access: Some campgrounds are more suited for larger RVs. At Snake River RV Resort, a visitor noted, "Flat and level and a snap to set up our fifth wheel."
  • Look for full hookups: Ensure your RV has all the necessary connections. A camper at Ambassador RV Resort mentioned, "Full hookups, pet-friendly, Wi-Fi in most of the park."
  • Be prepared for weather: Depending on the season, weather can change quickly. A visitor at Indian Creek Campground — Lake Owyhee State Park advised, "Plan accordingly as you are about an hour away from amenities."

Camping near Ontario, Oregon, has something for everyone, from families to seasoned RVers. Just remember to check the specifics of each campground to make the most of your outdoor adventure!

Frequently Asked Questions

  • What camping is available near Ontario, OR?

    According to TheDyrt.com, Ontario, OR offers a wide range of camping options, with 79 campgrounds and RV parks near Ontario, OR and 9 free dispersed camping spots.

  • Which is the most popular campground near Ontario, OR?

    According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Ontario, OR is Farewell Bend State Recreation Area with a 4-star rating from 42 reviews.

  • Where can I find free dispersed camping near Ontario, OR?

    According to TheDyrt.com, there are 9 free dispersed camping spots near Ontario, OR.

  • What parks are near Ontario, OR?

    According to TheDyrt.com, there are 10 parks near Ontario, OR that allow camping, notably Boise National Forest and Wallowa-Whitman National Forest.