Best Glamping near Salem, OR

Premier RV Resort in Salem houses deluxe yurts with modern comforts including Keurig coffee makers, cable TV, and furnished bedrooms, while Camp Dakota in Scotts Mills offers distinctive yurt accommodations in a forested setting. Both locations provide full hookup capabilities with 50-amp service, hot showers, and clean restroom facilities for glamping guests. "Last summer I rented a yurt at Premier RV Resorts, Salem OR, and I can't wait to stay there again! We had a darling porch with bbq and picnic table, Keurig coffee maker, 2 bedrooms, dining table and living room too!" Silver Falls State Park, located about 30 minutes east of Salem, features heated cabins with covered porches, electric lighting, and comfortable beds—perfect for exploring the park's famous waterfalls without sacrificing comfort.

Silver Falls State Park's trails and spectacular waterfalls create an ideal backdrop for glamping experiences, with the main hiking loop passing ten different falls across its 8.7-mile route. One guest noted, "What can I say? Silver Falls is a magical place and everyone should experience it. The cabins are small but comfortable with heat, lights, and beds. Covered porch is nice to sit and listen to the rain." Champoeg State Heritage Area offers yurt accommodations with nearby hiking trails and historical attractions. Most glamping options near Salem remain open year-round, though reservations are essential, particularly during summer months when Premier RV Resort's yurts and Silver Falls' cabins book quickly. Sites typically include picnic tables, fire rings where permitted, and nearby shower facilities with hot water.

Best Glamping Sites Near Salem, Oregon (33)

    1. Silver Falls State Park Campground

    77 Reviews
    Mehama, OR
    19 miles
    Website
    +1 (503) 873-8681

    $22 - $64 / night

    "This was one of my favorite established campgrounds I stayed at on my roadtrip through Oregon. The big trees are perfect shade and beautiful."

    "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."

    2. Champoeg State Heritage Area Campground

    76 Reviews
    Donald, OR
    23 miles
    Website
    +1 (503) 678-1251

    $22 - $152 / night

    "They were a bit close to the other sites, but still large enough for a few tents if needed. There was only 1 parking lot for the tent/cabin spaces, so had to carry all my stuff about 100 feet."

    "The yurts are heated, and a couple of them are pet friendly, which is great for us! There is a small table in each yurt."

    3. Premier RV Resort

    7 Reviews
    Salem, OR
    5 miles
    Website
    +1 (503) 364-7714

    "Last summer I rented a yurt at Premier RV Resorts, Salem OR, and I can’t wait to stay there again! Registration was quick and easy. Plenty of parking. An amazing gift shop and small store."

    "Very friendly staff. The CG is clean, quiet and well maintained, but the sites are fairly short and narrow."

    4. Emerald Valley RV Park

    5 Reviews
    Jefferson, OR
    10 miles
    Website
    +1 (503) 363-0701

    "Bathhouse was clean and modern. Some road noise since it’s close to the highway."

    "The bathrooms/showers were very clean and well cared for. Everything was neat and in good condition. The staff was friendly and even offered coffee and tea in the office. Wi-Fi was great."

    5. Albany-Corvallis KOA

    15 Reviews
    Albany, OR
    26 miles
    Website
    +1 (541) 967-8521

    "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. Would come back if passing through the area."

    "This is a good sized KOA that was easily located off the highway. Check in procedures after hours were straight forward."

    6. Camp Dakota

    5 Reviews
    Scotts Mills, OR
    23 miles
    Website
    +1 (503) 873-7432

    $55 - $300 / night

    "The staff is #1 safe, then #2 they are super fun. The kids would come back to camp and we'd wash them off, feed them, then they would go back out again."

    "The best owner operated place in Oregon! You need to go check out everything they offer. Zip lines were a blast for our family."

    7. Milo McIver State Park Campground

    43 Reviews
    Estacada, OR
    40 miles
    Website
    +1 (503) 630-7150

    $8 - $78 / night

    "LOTS of nice, wide horse trails for horse riding enthusiasts."

    "Campers arriving at Milo McIver State Park are greeted by expansive riverfront sites along the Clackamas River, each offering level ground suitable for both tents and larger RVs."

    8. Waterloo County Park

    19 Reviews
    Lebanon, OR
    32 miles
    Website
    +1 (541) 967-3917

    $9 / night

    "This place has it, a dog park, play disc golf, hiking trails, fish, with ADA fishing deck, boat launch, playground, and two camping loops."

    "If you drive up the road, you can float down the river to your campground! This park even has a disc golf course to enjoy while you camp. There’s a park area with a playground for the kids to play."

    9. Santiam State Forest Shellburg Falls Recreation Area

    2 Reviews
    Mehama, OR
    22 miles
    Website
    +1 (503) 859-2151

    "Shellburgh Falls is tall with a huge basalt cave that you can walk behind the waterfall and down below to actually stand under the waterfall. Very pretty. No one was camping when I was there."

    10. Devil’s Lake State Recreation Area Campground

    39 Reviews
    Lincoln City, OR
    48 miles
    Website
    +1 (541) 994-2002

    $15 - $70 / night

    "It's in a weird corner, squished between Hwy 101, Devil's Lake, and the ocean. But when you drive out you are right back in the middle of town."

    "We saw deer, ducks, geese, etc. all from our fire pit.  Location is super convenient to explore Lincoln city, the beach and the lake."

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Glamping Reviews near Salem, OR

416 Reviews of 33 Salem Campgrounds


  • Jerred M.
    Jun. 19, 2023

    Whitcomb Creek County Park

    Quiet even on a busy holiday weekend

    Stayed in Yurt #2 in the Yurt village on Fathers Day weekend. There was also a fishing tournament this weekend, so the park was completely full. The Yurt Village stayed very quite. Most noise was the Trucks/Boat coming and leaving the boat ramp which is about 400yds away. 

    Yurt #2 & 3 are deluxe yurts. All this means is you get a larger deck and propane firepit. To use the firepit you need to bring your own propane, large 20lb style. The Yurts have solar lights inside and out, not sure how long they run, but they lasted us a weekend with conservative use. There is 2 pit style bathrooms in the yurt village. Bathrooms are located at the parking lot.

    The yurt village is a ways from the RV/Tent sites. Not a quick or easy walk. 

    Parking at the yurt village is a little walk from #2 and #3. Best to bring a wagon or such to help transport. Its about 100yd walk each way. 

    There are 3 beds, one full side bottom with a twin bunk on top and one full size futon. There is a dining table and 4 chairs. There is no running water, bring your own water. I saw a fountain near the parking lot, but did not test it. 

    While it says no pets, one other yurt had two well behaved dogs. The park knew and didnt stop them, so make your own decision with your pets but dont ruin it for others please.

    Weather was pretty good for us. No mosquitoes, though lots of nats but able to sit outside all day without being bothered too much.

  • Tanya B.The Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 27, 2020

    Cape Kiwanda RV Resort and Marketplace

    Cute cabin!

    We headed to the Pacific City in search of fresh air in mid September when much of Oregon was consumed by wildfire smoke. The friendly staff at Cape Kiwanda RV Resort were very welcoming and we opted to stay in one of their cute cabins as rain was forecasted. Cabin N was comfortable and had electric heat, a TV, dorm fridge, microwave, porch swing, outdoor water, BBQ grill, picnic table and outdoor firepit.  The campground had cute wild bunnies hoping around, and amenities such as a playground, full market, and pool.  It's located a quick walk from a beautiful sandy beach, brew pub, coffee shop and other convenient options are nearby.

  • K L.
    Aug. 24, 2020

    Premier RV Resort

    Wow! The yurts are amazing

    Last summer I rented a yurt at Premier RV Resorts, Salem OR, and I can’t wait to stay there again!

    Registration was quick and easy. Plenty of parking. An amazing gift shop and small store. The bathrooms were SPOTLESS and keyless/ code entry, and it was almost like they were our private bathrooms.

    We had a darling porch with bbq and picnic table, Keurig coffee maker, 2 bedrooms, dining table and living room too! Cable tv as well.

    What an amazing place!!

  • Cindy U.The Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 1, 2018

    Mallard Creek Golf and RV Resort

    Camping for the golf lovers

    Mallard Creek Golf and RV Resort is located about 3 miles from Waterloo (or 8 miles from Lebanon, Oregon and 11 miles from Sweet Home, Oregon). It is off the beat and design for those serious golfers. The RV resort is design for trailers of any size with 30 to 50 amps electric, also includes, water, sewage hook ups, cable, and a cement table. The Club House has showers, bathrooms, and laundry facility. The club house has a wonderful party space with TV, gas fireplace (no fires at sites), tables for games and social gatherings. Free WIFI, your cel phone and data plans work wonderful in this area. Dogs are allowed, but no pet area to run loose. Kids are welcome but not gear up for things to do unless they love to golf too.

    Mallard Creek is gear up for the serious golfers so the summer has special packages for the RV site with golfing from Memorial day weekend to the end of September. For non-golfers the RV resort is available between October 1 to the Thursday before Memorial day.

  • Ashley B.
    May. 23, 2018

    Champoeg State Heritage Area Campground

    Great place for Families!

    I stayed in the 1 of 5 tent spaces. They were a bit close to the other sites, but still large enough for a few tents if needed. There was only 1 parking lot for the tent/cabin spaces, so had to carry all my stuff about 100 feet. The bathrooms were clean and well lit at night. The bike paths through the campground/park were great and lots of people were using them all day. I walked the path around the entire park, which took me about 3 hours. Along the way got to see the Champoeg Heritage site with period piece actors, wide open spaces, and the Willamette River. There was a huge playground for the kids. There was also a large field area for dogs to roam around, just no fence. For being so close to the greater Portland area it felt like we were much further away. I would recommend this place, just make reservations early.

  • Meghan O.
    May. 16, 2019

    Mount Hood National Forest Armstrong Campground - TEMP CLOSED FOR FIRE

    Nestled By the Clackamas, Very Clean

    This is a beautiful campground nestled down by the Clackamas River. You can hear it rushing by the campsites, which are right down by the water. Each campsite has a nice sturdy picnic table and a fire pit with built-in grill. The restrooms at some of the cleanest, nicest-smelling pit toilets I've ever seen at a campground, conveniently located within the campground.

    Each site was generously roomy. Our camping trip was, in part, a chance to test drive the new Chevy Blazer SUV. It's a big car but there was no problem maneuvering it through the campground or parking it at our site. We might have even been able to fit another, smaller vehicle too if we had more than one party with us. We had no problem pitching two two-man tents and getting out two camp chairs, and would have had room for a third easily. And although the campground is in sight of one of Oregon's classic pretty bridges and there is some road noise, it's balanced out by the white noise of the Clackamas and wasn't a problem.

    Nearby Fish Creek campground was much busier than Armstrong on a rainy Wednesday night, but we had Armstrong almost entirely to ourselves. A vanlifer left sometime that evening and a camper in a pickup truck with two kayaks appeared close to bed time. Other than that, everything was quiet, secluded and just right for relaxing. We even got to see a bald eagle the next morning!

  • Julie P.
    May. 31, 2018

    Mount Hood National Forest Lockaby Campground - TEMP CLOSED DUE TO FIRE DAMAGE

    Very simple, quite

    Lockaby Campground is a very simple, yet quiet place to camp. Some friends and I stayed here one summer break from college. There is some great hikes along the road, and close to the campground. We did drive about 15 miles from the campground for one hike that was amazing. There is also a river close by- Wild and Scenic Clackamas River. My friends and I had fun cooling off in this river while we stayed. We did see a few people fishing in the river if that is something you are interested in. We also heard/saw that there is a great place you can white water raft. We wished we would have signed up for this because we did see some people doing this, and it looked like a blast. The campsites themselves were your generic/basic campsites. They had fire pits at each campsite, with grates on top which made it nice for cooking. Also, each campsite does have a picnic table too. They did take online reservations which was nice (and simple). There was no running water, so definitely bring a good supply of water!! Especially if you plan on doing some hiking. The campsites were pretty close together, but luckily it wasn't too busy when we went and there wasn't anyone right next to us. The campsites are also pretty shaded, which helped during the heat of the day but it was pretty chilly at night. I would definitely recommend bringing a jacket for the evening. The toilets weren't the best- pit/vaulted toilets. Bring your own toilet paper!! Also, make sure to bring enough food/snacks because the nearest store is about 15 miles away (not bad, but who wants to drive?). Also, no showers onsite-this wasn't a big deal for us because we just went in the river to wash off. All in all I would say this campground was "average." Nothing super special about it, but it was great to just be outside with close friends.

  • Jill T.
    Jul. 26, 2019

    Promontory Park

    Family Fun and Fishing!

    **Ranger Review: GrubStick  at Promontory Park and Marina **

    Campground Review: I hadn’t heard of Portland General Electric“PGE” Parks prior to a few weeks ago when friends invited us to camp with them. The campground and Marina were quite nice but one of the main reasons our friend booked this campground was to teach their daughters to fish in the stocked“kids only” pond. Unfortunately, the website doesn’t say the fish can’t survive in the pond during the hot summer months. The campground did, however, have awesome park staff (Matthew was AWESOME) who put on two great activities for kids every day. We stayed in a“Yome,” which is a cross between a yurt and a dome. Between our families, we had three young girls who got to attend two hosted activities per day. The campground has 50 campsites, a handful of yomes and small cabins, too. The restrooms and showers were a bit of a trek down a hill from our yome and weren’t clean as well or as often as I would have liked but, it was nice to have running water all the same. The campground has electric cooking stations and picnic areas spread throughout. Additionally, there is a large picnic shelter, with cooking facilities that you can rent. One of the biggest attractions to this park is the stocked pond called Small Fry Lake. It was developed for kids and is stocked from October to April(the fish can’t survive once the water temperature rises too high). Youth up the 17 can catch a limit of two fish per day. NOTE: the pathway to the“lake” is surprisingly steep!! They have a handrail however, it is steep! The store offers pre-packaged items as well as a handful of items such as corn dogs and hotdogs. There are a picnic and seating area and it appeared to have a small stage for live music. You can rent boats, kayaks, and canoes but, they are more expensive than most places(in my opinion). The marina is on gives easy access to the 350-acre North Fork Reservoir where you can fish and boat.

    **Top reasons I love this campground: **

    • Kids programming (give Ranger Matthew a raise!) 
    • Kids only fishing pond Location(only an hour outside of Portland) 
    • Yomes (fun for the family) 
    • On the North Fork

    Things I didn’t like about this campground: 

    • The stocked kid's pond doesn’t have much fish throughout the summer because they can’t survive the heat BUT, this information isn’t on their website. 
    • A bit of a trek to the restrooms Restrooms weren’t very clean No alcohol(just keepin it real)…………….

    Product Review: As a Ranger for The Dyrt, I occasionally get to test products. At this campground, I tested the Grubstick Deluxe Kit. This collection of camping cooking utensils and accessories is fun and functional for the entire family. I love the compact 30” collapsible, stainless steel, telescope stick, with the rubber handle. It’s sturdy, easy to clean, and comfortable to hold. The Grubfork is awesome. It is strong enough to hold two hotdogs or marshmallows. The Grubcage is good for toasted s’mores (your graham cracker will get toasted or burned if you aren’t careful). It’s square and can hold wider items than the round Grubcage which is meant for burgers and patties. Both can hold items such as veggies, fruit, and bread or English muffins. The release tool takes a bit of getting used to operating while holding your Grubstick I would buy a ton of the handles and sticks to give as gifts but having to buy everything by the package is way too expensive. The good news is that I’ve heard that Grubstick is going to start selling individual pieces- hopefully, this is true. The Grubpocket is the size and shape of a marshmallow. We used this to create bacon pockets and it worked pretty well (can’t go wrong with bacon!). The bacon clip is tough to operate. It needs to be tight to hold the bacon in-place but, that also means that it is hard to squeeze open wide enough to go around tick cut bacon. The Grubtube is a steel cylinder that you can wrap the pastry around. I forgot the pastry but can’t wait to try out a few recipes and start to create our own! All in all, I love that the Grubstick products have given me a spark to rethink my camping meals!

    Pros: 

    • Rubber handle 
    • Telescopic and collapsible to 30” Stainless steel and easy to clean 
    • Makes me want to cook more creatively

    Cons: 

    • The bacon clip is really hard to open. 
    • The grabber is good in theory and useless in reality. Falls off your fingers unless your fingers are tilted upward. 
    • The packages are pricey 

    Overall, I give the Grub Stick and Grubfork 5 stars and the accessories 3.5 stars.

  • S
    Jul. 29, 2018

    Lincoln City KOA

    A Jewel of a KOA, Near Lincoln City's Coastal Beaches!

    Let me preface this review by saying I am not, typically, a KOA camper. In my past experience, they have been commercial, crowded, and noisy, but I found this KOA to be an exception. Disclaimer: I stayed during the week, not on a weekend, and the tent site side of the campground was sparsely populated. Here, the RV pull-in sites are separated from the tent and cabin portion of the campground, with an office, the bathrooms and showers, (even laundry!) and a playground in between. The tent sites are surrounded on the outside by dense woods, and because the campground is about 5 miles off the highway, it was blissfully quiet and serene. The flush toilets, running water and hot showers were welcome, as I was traveling, and the bathroom was sparkling clean. It was just a short jaunt into town for a bowl of fresh clam chowder and to sit by the beach and enjoy the sound and smell of the surf. In the morning, (I got up at 5am) I scared up a marten by the large oak tree in my campsite, and it was such a pleasure to see this shy fellow up close! I would stay here again.


Guide to Salem

Glamping in Salem, Oregon offers diverse accommodations near the Willamette Valley's forested landscapes. With elevation ranging from 154 to 1,093 feet in the area, campers experience mild temperatures averaging 52°F annually. Winter rain seasons often impact camping conditions through May, with some facilities adjusting services or access accordingly.

What to do

Hiking diverse trails: Silver Falls State Park offers numerous hiking options beyond just the waterfall loop. "Awesome campground. Well maintained. Site spacing is good with lots of privacy between camps. Bathrooms and showers are super nice and clean. Roads and campsites are paved and level. Short drive or hike to the falls," notes Richard H.

Disc golf courses: Milo McIver State Park features competition-quality disc golf that draws enthusiasts year-round. "Milo McIver may be best known for it's twin 18 hole disc golf courses, or single 27 hole layout when tournaments aren't in progress. Home of the annual Beaver State Fling, a PDGA sanctioned National Tour event," writes Steve C.

Water recreation: The South Santiam River at Waterloo County Park provides fishing opportunities with specialized facilities. "The park is located along the Santiam River and apparently a good fishing spot as we saw several people fishing. There are hiking trails in the woods and also a Disc Golf course," explains Kevin H., though he cautions, "current is swift.. swimmers seem to get in trouble every year here."

What campers like

Year-round accessibility: Albany-Corvallis KOA remains open throughout all seasons with consistent amenities. "Very standard KOA right off the highway. We stayed at one of the back-in / tent sites with our RTT and only had one neighbor beside us," shares Felix Y., adding "Washrooms and showers were clean, just wished for a little more shower water pressure."

Activity variety: Camp Dakota provides unusual on-site attractions beyond standard campground features. "We had a great time at Camp Dakota. Our yurt was comfortable and we enjoyed disc golf, archery, axe throwing, a fun general store and an escape room. We came in thinking it was a little on the spendy side, to ending up thinking it was a bargain," explains Bjorn S.

Historical experiences: Champoeg State Heritage Area combines camping with educational opportunities and recreation. "Old little pioneer town. Has yurts and lots of hiking. Pet-friendly," notes Derek B., while another camper elaborates, "I walked the path around the entire park, which took me about 3 hours. Along the way got to see the Champoeg Heritage site with period piece actors, wide open spaces, and the Willamette River."

What you should know

Seasonal flooding concerns: Some campgrounds experience significant water issues during rainy seasons. At Devil's Lake, "If you plan on booking a trip in the late Fall/winter, be sure to call ahead of your trip. I've been here in the fall when more than half the campsites were flooded or filled with standing water," warns Blake F.

Site layout considerations: Premier RV Resort has space constraints worth planning for. "Very nice park. the staff was excellent. The spaces are a bit to close for me. no shade," reports Kimberly E., while another reviewer noted, "the sites are fairly short and narrow. As others have mentioned, tow vehicles usually extend into or are parked partially on the roads."

Fire restrictions: Fire policies vary between locations, with some prohibiting them entirely. Tim G. at Emerald Valley RV Park observed, "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. The bathrooms/showers were very clean and well cared for."

Tips for camping with families

Group-friendly options: Waterloo County Park offers spacious sites for family gatherings. "This place has it, a dog park, play disc golf, hiking trails, fish, with ADA fishing deck, boat launch, playground, and two camping loops," notes Cindy U., while another camper adds, "Great little spot for a family get together and overnight stay."

Kid-focused activities: Champoeg State Park features family-oriented recreation beyond standard camping. "Champoeg has a little everything. GREAT biking trails that are kid friendly. There lots of historical sites around the campground to enjoy as well. Loop B is highly our favorite because it is smaller and more private and close to the river. We'll go back year after year. Our kids had a blast!" shares Scott W.

Youth entertainment options: Camp Dakota provides structured activities appealing to various age groups. "We did a group site and once we got the wristbands on the kids, they went off and explored and had a lot of fun. The staff is #1 safe, then #2 they are super fun. The kids would come back to camp and we'd wash them off, feed them, then they would go back out again," explains Jason S.

Tips from RVers

Utility connections: Many Salem-area glamping sites have specific hookup limitations. At Waterloo County Park, Kevin H. explains, "Hook-ups for Electric and Water only, but they have a 'waste water' (gray water) disposal every few sites where you can pour any gray water. There is a sewer dump station located in the park."

Site dimensions: Campgrounds vary significantly in space accommodations. At Albany-Corvallis KOA, one reviewer notes, "This is the second time I've stayed at the Corvallis KOA. I almost didn't recognize it when I pulled in as the trees have grown up. It's been a lot of years. My last stay here was very pleasant and this time is no different. A bit of highway noise, but nice big pull through sites."

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According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular glamping campground near Salem, OR is Silver Falls State Park Campground with a 4.7-star rating from 77 reviews.

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