Best Dog-Friendly Camping near Salem, OR

The Dyrt is here to help plan your best camping near Salem. Salem is an adventure-filled destination for those who love the outdoorsy camper lifestyle. But it's also great for those who prefer to spend time near the city, exploring and sightseeing. Discover great camping spots near Salem, reviewed by campers like you.

Best Dog-Friendly Sites Near Salem, Oregon (151)

    1. Silver Falls State Park Campground

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

    $24 - $68 / night

    "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."

    "This is one of my favorite places to go in Oregon (there are many). The park has about 120 sites, it is ready for RV, Tents, Horses, Boats about anything you could want."

    2. Champoeg State Heritage Area Campground

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

    $24 - $168 / night

    "Fun place to visit if you live in Yamhill County (or even Salem/Keizer area). Especially when you want something close by and need to get out and explore!"

    "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."

    "Also, our slides extended well past the concrete pad on both sides, leaving very little room to get around our RV."

    4. Hee Hee Illahee RV Resort

    6 Reviews
    Keizer, OR
    4 miles
    Website
    +1 (503) 463-6641

    $45 / night

    "There is areas for pets. We have our own wifi so can’t comment on that. Seems like a popular weekend spot for rvs and trailers."

    "The best in Salem, very clean."

    5. Willamette Mission State Park Horse Camp — Willamette Mission State Park

    6 Reviews
    Keizer, OR
    10 miles
    Website
    +1 (503) 393-1172

    $22 - $74 / night

    "The campsites are horse friendly and the trails are absolutely gorgeous- it felt like being out in the wild."

    6. Silver Spur RV Park & Resort

    7 Reviews
    Silverton, OR
    12 miles
    Website
    +1 (503) 873-2020

    "I ended up here last minute due to weather on the Oregon coast. I’m in a 40’ coach. It’s a very well kept RV park, a lot of long term residents were here."

    "It’s clean, very well maintained and close to the many wonderful sights in the area. We would definitely stay here again!"

    7. Emerald Valley RV Park

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

    "Some road noise since it’s close to the highway."

    8. Salem Campground and RVs

    4 Reviews
    Salem, OR
    2 miles
    +1 (503) 581-6736

    "Salem campgrounds came a long way it's a nicer place to stay now the Management's great is pet friendly he has showers it's a pretty good size Park and it's right close to the city"

    9. Polk County Fairgrounds

    5 Reviews
    Rickreall, OR
    10 miles
    Website
    +1 (503) 623-3048

    "So much better than those CGs next to highways and RRs"

    "Dump station nearby. We were visiting relatives in this area, so really only need a safe place to park the rig. This worked out fine."

    10. Salem RV park

    3 Reviews
    Keizer, OR
    4 miles
    +1 (503) 364-5490

    "I’ve camped at Salem RV Park twice now and love it!

    Stayed in a tent site w electricity and hooked up my little lights for ambience."

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Dog-Friendly Camping Reviews near Salem, OR

1101 Reviews of 151 Salem Campgrounds


  • Kelly N.
    Sep. 8, 2018

    Cove Creek

    Dream destination an hour away from Salem

    Cove creek campground is an hour away from Salem sitting above the south side of Detroit lake, on the right hand side of the road once you arrive in Idanha - off hwy 22 and blowout road. This campground is first come, first serve with both walk up and reservable sites. We stopped here during Labor Day weekend and there were still spots available and we were surprised! This campground is large and includes bathrooms, showers, and is short distance from Detroit Lake. There are trails nearby for hikers and the roads are paved for bike riding. You can access forest roads at the end of Blowout if you’re looking for adventure. We prefer this site in comparison to Hoover campground, Santiam Flats campground and Southshore Campground!! See you soon!

  • Bjorn S.The Dyrt PRO User
    Jul. 2, 2017

    John Neal Memorial Park

    Green, tighter, flow-ey

    The trees are large and happily individualist here at John Neal Memorial Park, and the views from the river bank are fun and a tad take-your-breath-away-ish. This is definitely a family site, and not all that roomy, but the whole vibe is quaint and small-towny. Driving through Lyons is cool and there's enough separation between the town and campsite as to be cozy but not nosey. Just far enough from Salem too.

  • Brian C.
    Oct. 31, 2019

    Fishermens Bend - TEMPORARILY CLOSED TO CAMPING

    Well loved but well maintained park

    Pretty awesome campsites right on the river. That is incredibly well appointed. Full hookups for RVs electric and water. Dump station.

    Some Tent sites have a built in shelter over picnic tables. Communal recycling bins. Sink dump sites near all campsites. Very nice bathrooms with full showers.

    Handful of sites on the river itself. Big group camping sections and awesome group picnic shelter/hall. Day use facilities.

    Very wooded and the campsites feel private. Not far from Salem. Playground and activities for the kids. Small info hut and amphitheater. Well loved but well maintained park but is affordable on BLM land.

  • Pam B.
    Aug. 8, 2021

    Albany-Corvallis KOA

    Tent camping

    Well we did not know that when tent camping you can only stay two weeks we were originally told we could stay as long as we wanted as long as we moved and did not stay in a spot more than 7 days. Not a bad campground just don't like the two week stay rule. Plus my cat loves it. There is a natural that can be walked, a dog park, swimming pool, also a place to throw disc golf disc's.

  • Laura M.The Dyrt PRO User
    Jul. 1, 2025

    Columbia River RV Park

    Nice place

    Nice RV park, close enough to Portland to work for us. We don’t have a tow car so we relied on public transportation to get to downtown, which was great (though it is a 1 mile walk to the bus stop). There are many long-termers here, but due to their 10 or 15 year RV rule, all the RVs here were really nice and fancy. There’s a little area with a free table, a book exchange, some workout equipment, a kitchen, laundry, and showers. The laundry room had a designated pet washer and dryer, which I always love, so we washed all of our dog bedding here. Showers were really really nice, super hot, good pressure, clean, free. Staff was nice as well. Free wifi that worked pretty well. There’s a small neighborhood dog park right across the street.

  • Stephanie  S.
    Jan. 22, 2019

    Champoeg State Heritage Area Campground

    Great spot for locals!

    Fun place to visit if you live in Yamhill County (or even Salem/Keizer area). Especially when you want something close by and need to get out and explore! Pet friendly, great nature walks, and so much to see!

  • Kat R.
    Jul. 14, 2024

    Salem Campground and RVs

    It's Salem campground used to be KOA

    Salem campgrounds came a long way it's a nicer place to stay now the Management's great is pet friendly he has showers it's a pretty good size Park and it's right close to the city

  • Bear G.
    Jun. 23, 2021

    Silver Falls State Park Campground

    Absolutely 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.

  • Robert G.
    Jun. 8, 2022

    Waterloo County Park

    It’s good for family and during fishing.

    It’s dog friendly with a dog park. During the week is better just because of younger groups who like loud music and some late nights.


Guide to Salem

Discover the best spots for pets-allowed camping near Salem, Oregon, where you and your furry friends can enjoy the great outdoors together.

Dog-friendly activities while camping near Salem

Tips for camping with dogs near Salem

  • Ensure your dog is well-behaved and on a leash at Olde Stone Village, where pets are allowed but must be kept under control to maintain a pleasant environment for all campers.
  • Bring plenty of water and snacks for your dog when visiting Emerald Valley RV Park, as the park is pet-friendly but does not have specific pet amenities.
  • Always clean up after your pet to keep the camping area tidy, especially at Willamette Mission State Park Horse Camp, where maintaining cleanliness is essential for a great camping experience.

Pet-friendly campgrounds include

  • Knox Butte RV Park offers spacious sites and a welcoming atmosphere for pets, making it a great choice for families traveling with dogs.
  • At Silver Spur RV Park & Resort, pets are allowed, and the park features a friendly community that enjoys outdoor activities together.
  • Polk County Fairgrounds provides a convenient and economical option for pet owners, with basic amenities and a relaxed environment for your furry companions.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is the most popular dog-friendly campsite near Salem, OR?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular dog-friendly campground near Salem, OR is Silver Falls State Park Campground with a 4.7-star rating from 76 reviews.

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