Whether you're a tent camper, an RVer, or just passing through, Sandy, OR has a lot to offer. Enjoy the scenic camping, fun activities, and sights and sounds of Sandy. Get the dirt on all the best camping near Sandy. Browse campgrounds by amenities, site types, and more.
$8 - $78 / night
"Just 45 minutes outside of Portland, and near the town of Estacada, is Milo McIver State Park, which I consider to be a quintessential Oregon State Park: lots of huge evergreen trees, large campsites,"
"Estacada lake is within walking distance, and there is salmon fishing within driving distance inside of the park. There is also a "bat" barn that is close by."
$25 / night
"Easy distance from Portland on the Sandy River. Down a steep hill (important if you're biking). Nothing that incredible, but nice enough for one night or a weekend away."
"One of the new playgrounds, right before the boat launch, features a trail with a mud kitchen, two a-frame tents and a big area where you can use fallen logs and branches to build shelters."
"The main attraction of this place is the nearby recreation."
"There is a playground onsite for those with children and plenty of bike paths and walking paths to keep you busy."
$28 - $81 / night
"Close to Portland so it gets a lot of day traffic. Access to river so it has summer activities. Sites for large get togethers."
"The kids enjoyed the playground and biking around the loop. The river access down at the day use was lovely. All the park staff were friendly."
$22 - $33 / night
"All are very close to the highway so you will hear road noise and trains thundering past on the adjacent tracks."
"Picture a hillside with a winding road surrounded by thick green trees. Ainsworth is that place. Absolutely gorgeous."
$45 - $125 / night
"We had a walk-in site on the F Loop. The site had separate tiers for lake access, tent pads, and the eating/fire area. But the those spots to fill up quickly, so reserve well ahead of time."
"I have kind of a love/hate thing going on for Lost Lake Campgrounds.
Pros: It is beautiful. There's a reason it's one of Oregon's most photographed sites."
"If you are looking for some more off the grid camping you can take the NF4610 up the hill from Promontory Park and continue till you find a good cut off near Whiskey Creek for some good camping."
"There is also a play area for the kiddos along with walking paths along the water.
One knock on the place is that the campsites are bumped up really close to each other."
"The climb up the rock is through a well-built trail. It can get narrow at spots and not for those who fear heights. The view at the top, however, is amazing."
"We didn’t have any issues at the site, but noticed that spots RV4 and RV5 were relatively distanced from each other, while spots RV1-RV3 were pretty close to each other."
"Most spots were pull-though with decently wide streets to drive in. Even though it's just off a semi-major street, it's set back enough and surrounded by trees to be more quiet."
"So this campground is quite well maintained The people are very friendly everywhere around it and the view of the great mountains are quite beautiful especially with the snow still on on top and what early"
GuideWe visited again and it was completely full except for one spot where you have to hike in. Not a fan of not having our car right there but it's not so far it's unreachable and if you're really ambitious you can even easily get to the bathroom with a short hike. Other campers were courteous and we never heard anyone else while we were there. The site was super private by the river spacious and beautiful. All around a win for shell rock creek.
ScoutJust got home from 5 days in site 009. Our site was large and pretty level. Campground was once a single/double-wide trailer park for govt employees so the hook-ups are located in odd spots for RV. We used 20 ft. Of septic drain hoses. Water was cold and crystal clear. Virtually no cell service (one bar if you stood in just the right spot). Dog friendly. A couple of small hiking trails. Picnic table and grated firepit on site. Some of the sites had uphill or downhill entries. The tussok caterpillars were a huge nuisance, but we weren't bothered by a huge number of other bugs.
TravelerStayed at the Woodward full hook up sites. Only a small number of them so felt spacious and secluded. Close to a busy train track and you can here some highway noise but overall we felt secluded and enjoyed. Hikes are a short drive from the RV park.
GuideThis orchard is shady and very relaxing, although near a small airport and highway. There are showers and flushing toilets. The only downside is it’s a bit dusty being an orchard, so no grass between the trees.
ScoutThis was a super cute and super easy to find spot right off the highway near Government Camp. We had a larger group, so we took the very first spot which had a large flat area and a fire circle, but there were more secluded spots further down the road. Lots of road noise in this specific spot with trucks air breaking, but otherwise very cute!
GuideThe lake is not stocked with fish or even water anymore. You can practically walk across. Kayaks and canoe are great. Nothing bigger. Running water was a plus. No Cell Service.
GuideCamp 10 is small, 1 vault. But sites are large and most are on the water. There is no cell service. There is a small store but bring cash. Rainbow trout everywhere, when we went. Tons of great hiking to the north and south. Need lots of ground clearance or you will bottom out getting to and around the lake. You can get a travel trailer thru Olallie and back out, but keep it small. Recommend 30 or under, 20 or under to be safe. Need to be a pro and again, also need lots of clearance.
ScoutThis campground is where I love to camp for a day of gravel biking or hiking, as there are many forest roads to meander off from here. So close to Panther Creek for swimming on a hot day, taking off to the PCT for a hike, or foraging for mushrooms in the fall. Water sources and restrooms are such a luxury out here.
GuideD022 was very secluded. Could fit at least 2 tents. There is no Wi-Fi, Verizon was there but I don't know where. Not at the site. But as we walked around the phone would connect in my pocket. DO NOT DRIVE YOUR RV DOWN TO THE STORE. Park at your site or somewhere near it and walk to the store. Not great for large equipment.
Camping near Sandy, Oregon, offers a mix of beautiful scenery and outdoor activities. Whether you're looking for a peaceful retreat or an adventure-filled getaway, there are plenty of campgrounds to choose from.
Camping near Sandy, Oregon, has something for everyone. Whether you're in an RV or tent, you'll find a spot that suits your needs!
Frequently Asked Questions
According to TheDyrt.com, Sandy, OR offers a wide range of camping options, with 343 campgrounds and RV parks near Sandy, OR and 45 free dispersed camping spots.
According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Sandy, OR is Milo McIver State Park Campground with a 4.4-star rating from 40 reviews.
According to TheDyrt.com, there are 45 free dispersed camping spots near Sandy, OR.
According to TheDyrt.com, there are 20 parks near Sandy, OR that allow camping, notably Bankhead National Forest and Chugach National Forest.
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