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Best Cabin Camping near Pilot Rock, OR

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Several rustic cabins and furnished cabin rentals can be found within a short drive of Pilot Rock, Oregon. Emigrant Springs State Heritage Area offers basic cabins with electric heating, providing a comfortable option even during winter months. Grande Hot Springs RV Resort features cabins with private outdoor patios, fire pits, and soaking tubs, with full bathrooms and showers nearby. The High Road Cabin provides a more secluded experience with a locked gate for privacy. Most cabins include beds with varying levels of additional furnishings. "The cabin was rustic, the shower house was in good repair with nice hot showers. There seemed to be good space and shade around the sites offering some privacy," notes one visitor to Emigrant Springs.

Pet policies vary by location, with some cabins like Summit Guard Station Bunkhouse prohibiting pets while others such as Ditch Creek Guard Station welcome them. Reservations are essential, particularly during the peak season from May through October when most facilities operate. Winter cabin camping is available at select locations, including Emigrant Springs where "it was below zero but the electric heater kept us toasty warm," according to a winter visitor. Anthony Lakes Campground cabins are only available from July through October. Cabin sizes range from small one-room structures to larger family accommodations, with prices varying accordingly.

Most forest cabins require guests to bring their own bedding, towels, and cooking supplies. Kitchen facilities differ significantly between locations, from basic setups with only outdoor fire pits to more equipped options with microwaves or small refrigerators. Nearby towns like La Grande and Meacham offer grocery stores and restaurants for supplies. Visitors staying at cabins near highways should be prepared for potential road noise, particularly at Emigrant Springs which sits close to Interstate 84. Cell service is generally available at the larger resorts but may be limited at more remote cabin locations. Firewood is available for purchase at several campgrounds, though fire restrictions may apply during dry seasons.

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75 Reviews of 10 Pilot Rock Campgrounds

  • V
    May. 31, 2019

    Grande Hot Springs RV Resort

    Awesome Place

    Wish I’d stayed here for more than one night. Beautiful spot with cabins, tent and RV options. Cabins come with a private outdoor patio, fire pit and soaking tubs. Super comfy bed and a nice quiet space. There are full bathrooms with showers close by. Super friendly staff too! Good food, a brewery and drive in theater near by. And a nice hot springs fed pool! Great getaway!

  • Jennie R.
    May. 30, 2018

    Emigrant Springs State Heritage Area

    Thimbleberries and plenty of room

    We stopped for a night in a rustic camping cabin at Emigrant Springs in July of 2015. It was a welcome dose of green after a long day of brown along the interstate through Idaho and western Oregon. The cabin was rustic, the shower house was in good repair with nice hot showers. There seemed to be good space and shade around the sites offering some privacy. Great spot! Take the time to stop in Meacham on the West side of I-84 tomstop at The Oregon Trail Cafe - literally the ONLY store in this teeny town. Wonderful hospitality, the local ‘scoop’ and great breakfast.

  • Dexter I.The Dyrt PRO User
    Jul. 26, 2022

    Anson Wright Memorial Park

    Be careful which site you reserve

    Anson Wright Park Campground was a very challenging campground to review, and that's because depending on what section you are in really affects the rating.  I gave it an overall score of 3, but be warned sections can run from zero stars to five stars.  So this will be a detailed review rating almost campsite by campsite.  To start the host of this campground was supper friendly, the campground has play ground and large grass area that the kids can play at.  A small fishing pond is at one end of the campground.  The campground has showers.  Use the restrooms at the "visitor center"  or at the ADA site, do not, and I mean do not attempt to use the outhouses.

    The break down by sites.

    Sites D1 and D2, the end of the campground near the fishing pond.  These two sites are on a hill above the fishing pond and have lots of room, no to little grass and dusty, picnic tables and fire pits - 3 stars

    Site D3 just below D1 and D2, small area next to BBQ area, no fire ring, has a picnic table small parking area, site is right along the campground road. Site is not flat and is bumpy 2-stars.

    Site D4, not sure where this one is, should be next to BBQ area, no sign indicating the site, no clear parking area, not flat, no fire pit. 1-star.

    Site D5, marking parking area, no fire pit, not table, no place to place a tent except on the edge of the gravel road, OK for an RV. 1-star

    Site D6, No clear parking area, grass area for a tent, no fire pit or table, right next to welcome sign. 2-stars

    D7, No clear parking area, no fire pit, no table, grassy area for a tent. 2-stars

    D8, never found it, 0-stars

    D9, just up from the visitor center, decent spot.  Fire ring and table 3-stars

    F7 though F10 get a 2-star.  F8 & F10 have tables, F10 and may F9 have fire rings.  F7 & F8 listed a ADA site, but not really, no fire ring or table.

    F11 good campsite 4-stars

    Cabin A - 5 stars

    F6 - not level 3 stars

    D13 Table, no fire ring, 3 -stars

    D14 good site 4-stars

    D10 decent site 3.5-stars

    D15 unable to find 0-stars

    D22 just a table in the grass, no parking area 1-star

    D11 is marked as D20 on a tree, noting but a big grassy area 1-star

    G2 and G3, decent sites but right on top of each other, table and fire ring, 3-stars

    F5 and G1, right on top of each other, only one has a fire ring but can't tell which site it is for. 2- stars

    F12 Big spot all by its self 4-stars

    F13 through F19, pretty much just a gravel parking area with tables and fire rings 2-stars

    F20 at the edge of the area for F13-19, but it has lots of grass, 3-stars

    D23 through D25, grassy area with one table, no clear area to park, not really marked 1/2-star

    D17 though D21, a Big negative star rating, do not reserve these, no access, overgrown, only one table in area, unable to find where the sites are, not maintained and appears to be area used to burn brush.

    The 5-star sites are sites numbers F1 though F4, these are large roomy drive through sites, you got an RV then these are the sites you want, up on hill above everyone.

    Would I stay here again, yes, but only if i knew I could get a good site, otherwise I will head down the road.

  • H
    Jun. 6, 2022

    Cutsforth Park Campground

    Cutforth in June.

    This campground has full and partial hookup sites. The roads are gravel and wind their way up a steep hill, but the sites provide decent privacy. Each site has a picnic table and fire pit. Pit toilets are located in one of the loops, but there are bathrooms with showers near the host site. There is a hiking trail directly from camp into the forest. We loved the serenity of being away from town in the woods where all we could hear were the birds and the creek nearby (and the thunderstorm that passed thru).

  • Jenny J.
    Jan. 4, 2022

    Emigrant Springs State Heritage Area

    Winter wonderland

    When we arrived after dark the 200 ft path to our cabin was cleared and we could easily drag our items stacked on a tarp to our cabin. The cabin does share a wall with another party but it was funny to hear the children laugh and play. It was below zero but the electric heater kept us toasty warm. The bathroom and shower is about 300 ft away if you walk through two feet of snow. We brought a collapsible toilet to have on the covered porch. Drove up to the bathroom when needed. The park ranger spent all day moving snow and keeping the roads through the campground excellent. The bathrooms and showers are always clean. The day we left the park ranger came and moved another foot of snow so we could easily pack out. We brought our instant pot and warmed are already prepared foods. If you don't want things to freeze you got to keep them in your cooler. We brought lots of cozy blankets and could hotspot the computer to watch movies. Make sure you follow trip check for closures of i-84 if camping during snow.

  • Kelly N.
    Jul. 17, 2018

    Grande Hot Springs RV Resort

    Glamping with pool and hot showers

    Tent camping is away from the RVs at this site. Comfortable, clean grounds with included hot springs pool access, indoor store, and full bathroom facilities. We loved it so much that we stayed here two nights. Beware of ticks near the grass area. Cool off with ice cream and cold drinks at the store. Everyone was wonderful to work with and speak to.

  • sparkleblaster ✨.
    Jul. 2, 2025

    Emigrant Springs State Heritage Area

    Sweet but loud

    The road noise is extreme; very loud. If you can get past that the place is really sweet. The sites have water fire pit and picnic table and lots of trees for privacy. The water in the shower was hot the bathrooms are clean there's a nice trail system behind the campground. a convenient stop on the way into Portland. Minimal bugs.

  • Jon F.
    Sep. 2, 2018

    Grande Hot Springs RV Resort

    Picturesque.

    I wish we had more time at this spot. Beautiful scenery. Small but very clean pool. The campgrounds are very well taken care of. Pet friendly, family friendly.

  • J
    Jun. 19, 2022

    Grande Hot Springs RV Resort

    Nonplussed

    First, the office staff was stellar! Very friendly & helpful! The park & bath house are tidy & clean. Appreciate that dog poop bags are conveniently located, and wide grassy strips around the perimeter provide places for potty walks (unlike some RV parks where the only grass is at campsites). Great big kudos to other dog owners for cleaning up after their dogs, too! However, for the price, we were not impressed with the rest of the park. Only 2 showers in each restroom with a cramped, shared dressing space. We also were disappointed with the soaking pools, which were small for this size park. Even tho a huge grassy area at one end of the park could be a lovely off-lead dog area, sadly it is not, and dogs are not allowed off-lead anywhere. For those of us with active/young dogs, a safe place for them to RUN, jump, play, & expend energy after a travel day is hugely appreciated.

Guide to Pilot Rock

Cabin camping near Pilot Rock, Oregon offers rustic accommodations in the Blue Mountains region where elevations range from 3,200 to 7,000 feet. Summer temperatures typically reach 75-85°F during the day and drop to 40-50°F at night, with occasional thunderstorms common in July and August. Winter cabin stays require preparation for snow conditions, with some locations accessible only by snowmobile or cross-country skis during heavy snowfall.

What to do

Fishing at small ponds: Anson Wright Park features a stocked fishing pond for beginners or families. "A little fishing pond with small trout jumping. Very quiet and lovely campground," notes a visitor to Anson Wright Memorial Park.

Wildlife viewing: Grande Hot Springs RV Resort borders a wildlife refuge with excellent bird watching opportunities. "There are many birds. The resort lies next to a wildlife refuge," explains a camper at Grande Hot Springs RV Resort.

Stargazing: The Blue Mountains offer minimal light pollution for stellar night sky viewing. According to The High Road Cabin host, the area provides "locked gate to give you privacy and peace of mind! Minimal light pollution will provide you gorgeous starry skies."

Hiking forest trails: Several cabin locations connect to trail systems through the Blue Mountains. "There is a hiking trail directly from camp into the forest. We loved the serenity of being away from town in the woods where all we could hear were the birds and the creek nearby," shares a Cutsforth Park visitor.

What campers like

Private hot springs access: Some cabin properties offer mineral soaking tubs for therapeutic relaxation. "The soaking pools were amazing. They even had a twilight soak. Very peaceful and relaxing campground," reports a visitor at Grande Hot Springs RV Resort.

Historic sites: Many cabins are located near Oregon Trail historic points. "The campground is very well kept with nice touches such as a lit pathway through the woods to the washrooms," describes a camper at Emigrant Springs State Heritage Area.

Mountain recreation: Anthony Lakes Campground cabins provide access to summer and winter mountain activities. "The campground was immaculately maintained and had lots of recreation options. On weekends in the summer, the ski lift becomes a mountain biking lift, there are hiking trails, and of course lakes," shares a visitor to Anthony Lakes Mountain Resort Campground.

Nature viewing: Cabin locations often feature ponds, creeks, and wildlife observation areas. "Nature trail along the creek was cool. Saw huge bull frogs, tadpoles, and fish. Also saw mule deer," mentions a Grande Hot Springs camper.

What you should know

Varying cabin amenities: Each cabin property offers different levels of comfort and features. "Our site was private with access to the lake trail. Pit toilets, but everything was very clean," reports an Anthony Lakes visitor.

Road noise considerations: Some cabin locations experience traffic sounds. "The park managers were friendly and knowledgeable about the area's rich heritage. It's centrally located to many great adventures, and really easy to find. I have to admit that the road noise got to us... it's right off I-84," explains an Emigrant Springs camper.

Reservation requirements: Most cabins book quickly, especially during summer. "When I arrived I found 95% of the campground empty and saw only 3 other campers over the course of the weekend all in spots right next to mine even though nearly all spots were vacant," notes a visitor at Anson Wright Memorial Park.

Seasonal availability: Cabin operating seasons vary significantly by location. Anthony Lakes Campground cabins are accessible only from July through October due to mountain snow conditions.

Tips for camping with families

Educational programs: Some parks offer ranger-led activities for children. "They had informed classes about animals in the forest. The Jr rangers program for the children was wonderful and hands on," shares an Emigrant Springs visitor.

Cabin selection for families: Choose cabin locations with playgrounds and open areas. "This place is nice for its location-far away from pretty much everything. It's quiet and shaded and has a few good amenities like bathrooms, showers, park, and fishing pond," reports an Anson Wright Park camper.

Bathroom accessibility: Consider cabin proximity to restroom facilities. "The cabin was on a property that becomes a ski resort in the winter. The campground was immaculately maintained and had lots of recreation options," notes an Anthony Lakes visitor.

Wildlife education opportunities: Use cabin stays to teach children about local ecosystems. "Back to the Yurt, the only downside was having to take a hike to use the toilet," mentions a visitor at Grande Hot Springs RV Resort.

Tips from RVers

Full hookup availability: Several cabin areas also accommodate RVs with hookups. "Very nice RV park, very clean and well maintained. Roads and all sites are gravel. Lots of green grass areas and dog areas. All sites are pull through and can accommodate large RVs," explains a Grande Hot Springs visitor.

Site selection priorities: RV campers recommend specific cabin areas. "The 5-star sites are sites numbers F1 though F4, these are large roomy drive through sites, you got an RV then these are the sites you want, up on hill above everyone," advises an Anson Wright Park visitor.

Winter accessibility: Some cabin and RV sites remain open year-round with winter-specific amenities. "Pretty mountain valley campground with many full hookup pull through sites. The two hot spring fed soaking pools were open for 'twilight soak' until 11 PM which was a great touch after a long day on the road," shares a Grande Hot Springs camper.

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