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Best Tent Sites Near Portland, OR (63)
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Healing ponds farm retreat and healing center
Buxton, Oregon6 Reviews31 Photos118 SavesHi and welcome. We have forty beautiful acres of pasture and forest halfway between Portland and the Oregon coast. We are above the small community of Buxton Oregon and easy to get to one a little more than two miles off of hwy 26 Accessible through a dirt farm road. Each campsite has a fire pit and picnic table. A couple of chairs. and a hammock We also have an RV toilet in a small tent and provide five gallons of spring water in a BPA-free container We have cows, goats, lama chickens, ducks geese, and turkeys. They are friendly and you can visit and hike in our property Gardens. Geodesic dome greenhouses berries and fruit trees We also have rooms available at our home and retreat center and a sauna hot tub flotation tank. Hyperbaric oxygen chamber Pulse electromagnetic therapy Red light therapy and Pandora star light entrainment device,
I do energetic healing work with an ability I was born with. I help people with physical healing work that can take out the pain and resolve physical issues through deep emotional work and strengthen your connection to source. My wife does past life regression sessions and dreamwork and teaches meditation
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$45 / night
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Sand Island Marine Park Campground
St. Helens, Oregon5 Reviews5 Photos113 SavesSand Island St. Helens Campground is located just 25 minutes from Portland, Oregon and Longview, Washington. This 31.7 acre offshore overnight camping experience offers docks, nature trails, beaches, picnic tables, campsites, restrooms, kayak connections, water adventure rides and more. This brand new camping facility is fun for the entire family and sure to become a frequent camping destination.
Upon arrival for overnight stays first check in at the St. Helens Marina. Our courtesy shuttle will unload your gear and take you to the parking lot for your vehicle and bring you back to the marina.
Once you arrive on the island via our boat shuttle our staff on the island will take you to your campsite and even take your gear to your campsite with our speedy people mover. Each overnight camping group is offered this free shuttle to and from the St. Helens, Marina daily. Overnight guests can receive a phone number for late night check in if you plan to arrive after 5 p.m. Please ask for this in your booking description area online. Bathrooms are on the island, showers are a 3 minute shuttle ride to the main land.
The island offers spectacular views of Mt. St. Helens in Washington State and Mt. Hood in Oregon State plus stunning river views. Huge commercial ships will take your breath away as they grace the river on the east side of the island. The sandy beach point is a wonderful place to take it all in. Horseshoes, corn hole, and other games are available to check out and enjoy. Pets in your control are welcome as long as you clean up after them and do not disrupt other guests.
A dog that barks at strangers or just because…will be politely asked to go home. A peaceful experience is our goal for all guests. Additionally, the island is just a shuttle ride away to the City of St. Helens river front district complete with lovely dining experiences, fun shopping, buying souvenirs at local gift shops or at the famous 2 C’s Vendor Mall. You can even take in a movie at the historic Columbia Theater or savor a wonderful cocktail or craft beer if the mood hits you.
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$30 / night
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JJ Collins Marine Park
Scappoose, Oregon3 Reviews7 Photos10 Saves- Pets
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Keenig Creek Campground
Timber, Oregon13 Reviews75 Photos227 SavesKeenig Creek Campground is located just off the Wilson River Highway, 18 miles east of Tillamook, Oregon. It is a rustic site, located above the Wilson River, adjacent to Keenig Creek. The campground has 12 walk-in tent sites, two day-use picnicking sites and a trailhead to access the Wilson River Trail, along with fishing and swimming. Each campsite offers a tent pad, picnic table and a fire grate.
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$15 / night
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BLM Molalla River Recreation Area
Molalla, Oregon6 Reviews18 Photos111 SavesOverview
No cash, check, or cards are accepted on site. Make a reservations online or use the mobile app. Three Bears campsites are only available by making a reservation. Reserve a campsite on recreation.gov or Recreation.gov Mobile App prior to entering the Molalla River Recreation Corridor. There is no cell reception in the drainage.__ Situated in a picturesque grove of western red cedar 4 miles south of Glen Avon Bridge, the site has 15 tent campsites, each equipped with a tent pad, metal fire ring, BBQ grill, and picnic table. The campground also has vault toilets and access to a beautiful cobble beach and swimming hole.
Recreation
Camping, fishing, swimming, hiking and biking on nearby trails (Hardy Creek TH closest)
Facilities
Camping, fishing, swimming, hiking and biking on nearby trails (Hardy Creek TH closest)
Natural Features
Molalla Wild and Scenic River and forested environment.
contact_info
For facility specific information, please call (503) 375-5646.
Nearby Attractions
Enjoy a scenic drive along the Molalla Wild and Scenic River which offers easy river access and opportunities for picnicking, swimming, camping, whitewater boating and fishing. The Molalla is one of the few undammed tributaries of the Willamette River and cuts a picturesque gorge on its way to the valley floor. Table Rock Wilderness is further up the canyon and accessible through three trailheads.
Charges & Cancellations
Standard fees apply and are non-refundable. Visit https://www.recreation.gov/rules-reservation-policies for more information.
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$30 / night
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Elk Creek Campground
Timber, Oregon8 Reviews70 Photos47 SavesAll walk-in tent sites. Elk Creek campground is popular with families and is easily reached from Highway 6. Tillamook State Forest campgrounds offer moderately-sized, rustic sites shaded by Douglas-fir forest. Individual campsites are well-screened and include a parking area, a fire grate with cooking grill, and a tent pad. While there are no RV hook-ups, many sites are suitable for travel trailers or small RVs. Some campgrounds have walk-in tent sites a bit farther from the road.
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Cougar Park & Campground - Tent Only
Cougar, Washington9 Reviews26 Photos20 Saves45 tent camping sites NOTICE: Ground tents only (no tent trailers) Group camping facility with 15 tent camping sites and a covered picnic shelter with fireplace and sink NOTICE: Ground tents only (no tent trailers) Day use picnic area (see fees) Swimming beach Beaver Bay hiking trail accessed from this park. Water and restrooms provided Boat ramp Entrance gate closes at 9 p.m.
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Naked Falls
North Bonneville, Washington2 Reviews6 Photos93 Saves- Pets
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$50 / night
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Benson State Recreation Area
Bridal Veil, Oregon1 Review29 Saves- Pets
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Recent Tent Reviews In Portland
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Viento State Park Campground
Close to trains and traffic
This is a nice campground with lots of trees and shade but it sits between I-84 and the Columbia River which has a major train line so it's not necessarily a quiet campground (trains run all night). No dump station available but we had electric and water. Not much grass anywhere and things were really dusty due to dryness and heat of the summer. You can't see the river from the campground but you can walk to it (or drive to it) and there are several picnic tables near the river. There is a nature trail but it is not marked well at all to find the beginning of it. Convenient to Hood River though and an easy drive to Cascade Locks for ice cream at the local dairy dine.
Panther Creek Creekside Camp
PNW road trip 🏕️
A great spot with privacy ! Lots of turnouts along the road with river accesses just steps away ! Definitely recommend!
Tillamook State Forest Dispersed Camping
Unreal Experience
Tillamook Forest has so many amazing dispersed camping opportunities! We turned onto Ben Smith road and then took logging trails up the peaks. We found a perfect spot that looked like we were on the edge of a cliff but was actually still very safe for our toddler. No cell service, so we just unplugged for 3 nights and enjoyed the time together. We could see the northern lights the first night we were there, and it was absolutely incredible. We had a lot of privacy. One hunter walked by, I assume he was using the nearby trail. We heard some ATVs over the days, but it wasn't disruptive. Totally recommend it, and we'll definitely be back.
Elk Creek Campground
Great chill spot
The campground itself was kept very clean and each site has basically zero trace left at it. There’s a creek and a few fun trails to explore as well
Kiwanis Road Free Camping
very convenient & gorgeous waterfall
whole road is paved all the way up & plenty of spots to pull off plus multiple bathrooms! got super chilly even in august but was very cozy in sweats & under a few blankets in the rooftop tent. would definitely stay here again and it's a good option for vehicles w/ low clearance or non off roading folks.
Little Soda Springs Rd Dispersed
Easy Get Away
A couple spots right off the road for car camping or small campers. There was an “official” camp sight more near the Dry Creek Trail (has a bathroom). We opted to walk south along the river to try and find a space. Ended up crossing the river where there are a couple more hidden spots. We found out later that there is a trail right before you cross Trapper Creek that leads you to the spot we were at. There were a few people out and you can sometimes hear cars but overall it was an easy stay with some nice views. The river drowns out most the noise. Would definitely come back here
Molalla Ripple
Space was overbooked
Jim did a great job of communicating and was attentive to all the campers, but they ended up overbooked so we were moved away from the river and into an open field. With no hookups and lacking riverfront, the night seemed over-priced. With van life on site and a full campground, it didn’t have the quiet feel we expected.
McBride Lake NF-81 Dispersed
Boy Scout Camp 2016
We camped here during a Scouting trip back in 2016. It was big enough to accommodate a few trucks and cars, with a towable trailer with all the gear. There are plenty of flat grounds for several tents for a travel trailer. The Ape Caves is a small drive away.
Per the state website, "On the southwest side of Mount St. Helens, Forest Road 81 provides an experience away from crowds. On this road, access Kalama Horse Camp, Red Rock Pass, and Forest Road 830, the road to Climber's Bivouac, and the start of the summer climbing route. From the west, the road begins on Forest Road 90, near Cougar, WA, and travels through private timberlands and state lands before entering Mount St. Helens National Volcanic Monument. The road connects with Forest Road 83 on its east side. While mostly paved, be prepared for several miles of gravel(between Forest Road 830 and 8123) and a road that is sometimes very rough."
NF-65 National Forest Dispersed Site
Don’t recommend
Good luck. This takes you to the middle of nowhere with no camping spots. You’ll have no service.
BLM Molalla River Recreation Area
Beautiful!
Right on the Molalla river. Great campground. Vault toilets aren’t great, but they are useable. The water pump has bacteria warnings so bring plenty of water.
Scappoose RV Park
New Host at Park, the Park has been cleaned up including restrooms and show
I am the new Park Host at Scappoose RV Park, I have been here for 5 months. I have put allot of time in making the park a safe and clean place for families. Please come take a looked, I have gotten so many compliments on how good the park looks again!
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Panther Creek Campground
Lots of privacy
A nice, woodsy campground, with lots of privacy between camp sites. Nice flat and level outlined areas for us tent campers. Only down side was that it was a bit of a hike to the restroom (the National Forest site map showed one near the entrance where there wasn't one). While I reserved, mid-week there were a number of open sites for those without reservations. Some of the sites are really large and can handle a bigger group. Some PCT hikers stayed here due trail closure further north due to forest fire. Would recommend.
Sunset Falls Campground
A new favorite close to home
Great small campground with easy access to falls. We enjoyed 2 nights. No phone reception, no loud noises, super peaceful.
39 Rd Dispersed Site
Convenient and Pretty
Right by some really nice short trails for a good evening/morning hike. You can park by the road and set up a tent or hammock for some privacy in one of the riverside spots if you arrive early enough. We loved this place, right off the main highway through Mt Hood and close to the city but still felt quiet and private enough.
Clatskanie City Park
Clatskanie Holistic Farm Hipcamp
Amazing! Outstanding! Beautiful Hillside former equestrian farm where you can buy organic cage-free eggs laid the day before along with milk taken straight from the cow that morning! If you enjoy watching sheep eat and playing with a goat and watching Ducks wander around and lots of stuff to look at and hiking and learning about farming and animal husbandry, this place is for you!
Ainsworth State Park Campground
Fine campground
Been there many times for hiking. It's where I went to do the mystery trail. A difficult hike not for the faint of heart. A bit hard to find but very rewarding. There's a registry on the trail also. Not many trails have one. I believe it is maintained by the Mazamas.
Oxbow Regional Park
Loved it!
Nice and peaceful, I always appreciate a campground with quiet hours to enjoy the peace and quiet of outside. Additional plus that dogs weren't allowed to disrupt the wildlife and bark at the Deer etc.
RV outdoor adventures and cabins
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Large 36 acre peaceful Rv Park on the Clatskanie River. 2 miles on SWEDETOWN road. lots of bunnies and a cute petting zoo very relaxing.
Gifford Pinchot National Forest-Canyon Creek Dispersed Camping
Trail of Turds…
The site was great honestly, nice flat pads for tents, plenty of room for a trailer if you’re brave enough to bring it down about 5 miles of rough rough gravel road. For being such a remote location it was very busy this weekend lots of cars, foot traffic, and fishermen. It’s beautiful u can’t blame anyone for wanting to come but i was surprised by the volume. Maybe try a weekday for less crowds.
We had a private trail (about a country block in length), we quickly realized it was a “shitty” trail, a trail of Turds😭😭💩🧻
Other then that water and surrounding scenery was breath taking..
Home Valley Campground
Love it!
My husband and I have stayed here a few times and are getting ready to stay again. The price is very affordable and the campground is clean, the showers are nice and hot and the location is perfect for plenty of hiking and fishing adventures or just staying at camp and enjoying the river. The host Chris and his wife are amazing!
Lewis & Clark Campground & RV Park
Unremarkable
Expensive in my opinion for what it was. I stayed "by the creek...." lol. Good enough for a night. Bathroom was fine. Can't say I would stay here again with the wealth of other options in the area.
Lost Lake Resort And Campground — Mt. Hood National Forest
Inaccessible and Disappointing Experience at Lost Lake, Oregon
I had high hopes for my visit to Lost Lake, Oregon, but unfortunately, it turned out to be a major letdown. Despite its reputation, this location is far from being accessible for handicapped visitors. The handicapped parking is inconveniently located nowhere near an ADA-accessible lakeside spot. We were forced to camp in the parking lot near a bathroom, which was hardly the experience we were hoping for.
The only positive aspect of our trip was the stunning view of the lake and Mt. Hood, but even that couldn't make up for the numerous shortcomings. The drive and entry cost were simply not worth it, especially considering that most day-use sites are first-come, first-served. By the time we arrived, all the sites that were accessible for someone with disabilities were occupied by individuals who clearly did not require the access.
To make matters worse, the overall organization and management of the site were severely lacking. There was no effort to ensure that handicapped visitors had fair access to the lakeside areas. It felt incredibly unfair and frustrating to see those who didn't need the accessible spots taking them up, leaving us with no options. In summary, if you or someone in your party requires accessible facilities, I strongly advise you to avoid Lost Lake, Oregon. The beautiful scenery cannot compensate for the lack of accessibility and consideration for handicapped visitors. This was a thoroughly disappointing experience that I wouldn't recommend to anyone in need of accessible amenities.
Lost Lake Resort And Campground — Mt. Hood National Forest
Fantastic campground and area
On our way to Alaska for the SF Bay Area we stopped at several different camping locations along lakes and mountains. The only one we went out of our way to stay at when coming back was Lost Lake Campground. The sites are plenty big, have tables and fire pits. The entire area is amply wooded to provide privacy and the sense of seclusion. The bathrooms were clean and always had TP. There is running water spigots dispersed throughout the camping areas. If I'm ever in the area it will be the 1st place I go.
Panther Creek Creekside Camp
Awesome stay on the creek
This was an awesome stay right on the creek which was secluded and nice to hear the rushing water of the creek
Silver Falls State Park Campground
So beautiful, clean, and staff is friendly!
This was one of my favorite established campgrounds I stayed at on my roadtrip through Oregon. The big trees are perfect shade and beautiful. The roads are perfect for biking and there’s a bike trail in the campground that leads you straight to the park. Bathrooms and showers are clean and well taken care of. There is an incredible trash and recycling center at the front of the camper ground. Campsites can be decently close to one another, so not secluded but that wasn’t an issue for me. Obviously with family’s there’s going to be noise early in the morning and late at night so just be aware of that. But I didn’t mind, and wish I could have stayed here one more night. Something I was also pleasantly surprised by was how the trees blocked excessive heat. There was a heat wave going on during the time I was there but I didn’t have a problem at all here. It was such a relief.
Guide to Portland
Camping near Portland, Oregon, offers a mix of beautiful landscapes and fun activities for everyone. Whether you're looking for a peaceful retreat or an adventurous getaway, there are plenty of campgrounds to choose from.
What to do:
- Hiking and Biking: Many campgrounds, like L.L. Stub Stewart State Park, have great trails. One visitor mentioned, "Lots of hiking and mountain biking trails within the park." This makes it perfect for outdoor enthusiasts.
- Fishing and Water Activities: At Battle Ground Lake State Park Campground, you can enjoy fishing, kayaking, and paddleboarding. A reviewer shared, "Fishing, hiking, sup or kayaking if you’re interested in it."
- Exploring Nature: Campgrounds like Oxbow Regional Park are nestled in forests, providing a serene environment. One camper noted, "The camp ground is in the middle of the forest."
What campers like:
- Clean Facilities: Campers appreciate well-maintained restrooms and showers. A visitor at Milo McIver State Park said, "Great restrooms and showers."
- Wildlife Watching: Many campers enjoy spotting wildlife. At Oxbow Regional Park, one reviewer mentioned, "Deer come close and are fun to watch."
- Peaceful Atmosphere: Campgrounds like Champoeg State Heritage Area are known for their tranquility. A camper shared, "Such a wonderful and peaceful place to stay."
What you should know:
- Noise Levels: Some campgrounds can be noisy due to nearby highways. A visitor at Paradise Point State Park noted, "It's not the river. It's I-5 which is right in your back yard."
- Site Size and Accessibility: Make sure to check site sizes, especially for RVs. A camper at Paradise Point State Park mentioned, "We put the size of our RV in the state website and it gave us site 50... it was IMPOSSIBLE to get our rig in that site."
- Reservations: Some campgrounds fill up quickly, especially on weekends. A reviewer at Mt Hood Village Resort said, "We enjoyed quiet comfortable stays even with the park mostly full."
Tips for camping with families:
- Choose Family-Friendly Campgrounds: Look for places with playgrounds and activities. Mt Hood Village Resort has a playground that kids love. One parent said, "Our kids love cruising the loops on their bikes and stopping in at the playground."
- Plan for Activities: Bring games and outdoor gear. A camper at Champoeg State Heritage Area mentioned, "There’s also stuff for frisbee golf and some other outdoor activities."
- Pack Snacks and Meals: Having food ready can make things easier. A visitor at Milo McIver State Park enjoyed the "nice fire pit" for cooking.
Tips from RVers:
- Check Hookups: Make sure your site has the right hookups for your RV. A reviewer at Mt Hood Village Resort appreciated the "standard cabins" with "actual beds" and "room for three of us to be able to gear up for the day."
- Look for Level Sites: Many RVers prefer level sites for easier setup. A camper at L.L. Stub Stewart State Park mentioned, "Lots of room at each site, very clean."
- Plan for Weather: Be prepared for changing weather conditions. A visitor at Milo McIver State Park noted, "We packed heated blankets (site had electricity) and plenty of blankets."
Camping near Portland, Oregon, has something for everyone, from families to solo adventurers. Just remember to check the campground details and reviews to find the perfect spot for your next outdoor adventure!
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