Top Tent Camping near Stayton, OR

Are you planning a tent camping trip to Stayton? We've got you covered. You can find tent campsites by type, including drive-in, walk-in, and even hike-in for a backpacking adventure. You're sure to find the perfect tent campsite for your Oregon camping adventure.

Best Tent Sites Near Stayton, OR (47)

    Camper-submitted photo from BLM Molalla River Recreation Area
    Camper-submitted photo from BLM Molalla River Recreation Area
    Camper-submitted photo from BLM Molalla River Recreation Area
    Camper-submitted photo from BLM Molalla River Recreation Area
    Camper-submitted photo from BLM Molalla River Recreation Area
    Camper-submitted photo from BLM Molalla River Recreation Area

    1.

    BLM Molalla River Recreation Area

    6 Reviews
    18 Photos
    111 Saves
    Molalla, Oregon

    Overview

    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.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Reservable
    • Tents
    • Group
    • Trash

    $30 / night

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      5.

      Santiam State Forest Rock Creek Campsites

      1 Review
      15 Saves
      Gates, Oregon
      • Pets
      • Fires
      • ADA Access
      • Tents
      • Standard (Tent/RV)
      • Trash

      $15 - $20 / night

      Camper-submitted photo from Cedar Grove Recreation Site
      Camper-submitted photo from Cedar Grove Recreation Site
      Camper-submitted photo from Cedar Grove Recreation Site
      Camper-submitted photo from Cedar Grove Recreation Site

      6.

      Cedar Grove Recreation Site

      2 Reviews
      4 Photos
      33 Saves
      Scotts Mills, Oregon

      Overview

      No cash, check, or cards are accepted on site. Make a reservations online or use the mobile app. Cedar Grove 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 6 miles south of Glen Avon Bridge, the site has 10 tent campsites, each equipped with a tent pad, metal fire ring, BBQ grill, and picnic table. The campground also has vault toilets and river access.

      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.

      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 processing fees apply and are non-refundable. Visit https://www.recreation.gov/rules-reservation-policies for more information.

      • Pets
      • Fires
      • Reservable
      • Tents
      • Trash
      • Drinking Water

      $30 / night

      Camper-submitted photo from Sweet Home Ranger District (US Highway 20)

      8.

      Sweet Home Ranger District (US Highway 20)

      3 Reviews
      1 Photo
      5 Saves
      Sweet Home, Oregon

      Sweet Home Ranger District (US Highway 20) A group of people hike along Browder Ridge with mountains in the distanceSweet Home Ranger District is in the middle part of the Willamette National Forest. This area is accessible from the west via Highway 20 from Albany, OR, or from the east on Highway 20 from Sisters. Let the Sweet Home Ranger District give you a taste of the sweet life! You’ll find mountain biking adventures, incredible wildflower hikes, swimming areas to keep cool on a hot summer day, and much more. Guided Hikes Sweet Home Nature and Heritage Tours offer incredible opportunities to learn about the plants, animals, geology and cultural history of the Sweet Home area, located on the edges of the Willamette Valley and within the spectacular Cascade Mountains. Camping Keep cool on a warm summer day at one of the popular campground and swimming areas such as Fernview Campground, House Rock Campground, or Trout Creek Campground. Hiking If you like wildflowers take a hike in the Old Cascade Crest Trail Area or the Tombstone Pass Trail Area (especially Iron Mountain Trail). The Hackleman Old Growth Trail is a short 1/4 mile hike, but offers spectacular sightings of old growth trees and views of the South Santiam River. Wildflowers cover a rock face on the Iron Mountain Trail Other Recreation Grab your bike and get your legs and heart pumping on the Santiam Wagon Road Trail Area and Iron Mountain. Uncover the past at Longbow Organization Camp.

      • Phone Service
      • Tents
      • Toilets
      Camper-submitted photo from Elk Lake Campground
      Camper-submitted photo from Elk Lake Campground
      Camper-submitted photo from Elk Lake Campground
      Camper-submitted photo from Elk Lake Campground
      Camper-submitted photo from Elk Lake Campground
      Camper-submitted photo from Elk Lake Campground

      9.

      Elk Lake Campground

      4 Reviews
      20 Photos
      97 Saves
      Detroit, Oregon

      This 17 site tent-only campground, located adjacent to the Bull of the Woods and Opal Creek Wildernesses, is full of beauty in the summer. Wildflowers are a beautiful sight in the campground's meadows around July.__ Swim or paddle in the quiet waters of the non-motorized lake, go for a great hike with views of multiple Cascade peaks, or just kick back and relax in the campground.

      • Tents
      • Toilets
      • Alcohol
      Camper-submitted photo from Marion Forks Campground
      Camper-submitted photo from Marion Forks Campground
      Camper-submitted photo from Marion Forks Campground
      Camper-submitted photo from Marion Forks Campground
      Camper-submitted photo from Marion Forks Campground
      Camper-submitted photo from Marion Forks Campground

      10.

      Marion Forks Campground

      10 Reviews
      39 Photos
      18 Saves
      Idanha, Oregon

      Adjacent to the Marion Forks Fish Hatchery, Marion Forks Campground is a great 15 site (one pull through) campground tucked away from Highway 22 and a quiet place to relax. Enjoy a 1/4 mile leisurely stroll along Marion Creek on a paved loop path through the picnic area and fish hatchery and learn about spring Chinook salmon and the history of the area. Nearby, on Forest Service Road 2255, you can find the little used trail (#3431) to Independence Rock for a short hike. If you drive further up to the end of Road 2255, you'll reach the trailhead to Marion Lake (Trail #3436) leading to the Mt. Jefferson Wilderness.

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    Recent Tent Reviews In Stayton

    760 Reviews of 47 Stayton Campgrounds


    • Camper-submitted photo from Cascadia State Park Campground
      September 12, 2024

      Cascadia State Park Campground

      Beautiful Park on the Santiam River

      We stayed at what is now Cascadia County Park (per signage at the park) at the beginning of September. Monday and Tuesday night there were only a couple of other campers in the park. Needless to say it was very quiet. 

      Our first day we noticed a man without a shirt sitting, leaning against the bathroom exterior wall for a least an hour or so. Later that day we saw a couple who appeared to be homeless using the shower on the premises. Neither of these people caused any problems nor interacted with any camper as far as I could tell. Near the entrance at the picnic area there is a sign warning visitors to lock their cars.

      This is a beautiful park, densely forested, bordered by the Santiam River. We stayed in one of the pull though sites, number 4. It was more private than most sites. We were happy to stay here to escape the smoke in Central Oregon were we live. We had reservations at Little Crater Campground, but choose not to stay there as the there were fires nearby and the area had an Evacuation Advisory - Level one and there is only one way out of the area.

    • Camper-submitted photo from Maxwell Sno-Park
      September 12, 2024

      Maxwell Sno-Park

      review

      Our friends had very positive reviews about this park, so we definitely want to visit it soon. I think it will be a great getaway. The only thing I wanted to mention is that the provided map in PDF format didn’t open on my PC for some reason. But I was able to convert it online, and the issue was resolved. Using https://pdfguru.com/html-to-pdf, you can convert HTML to PDF, vice versa, and into many other formats. So I find this editor to be a great service if you need to work with PDF files. It might be useful to someone else, just like it was for me.

    • Camper-submitted photo from Fir Ridge Campgrounds
      September 11, 2024

      Fir Ridge Campgrounds

      Not a place

      I dove thru. Told not welcome. 2+ year wait list to live there. Asked if I could just pay to park somewhere safely in there as a single woman, in her 40's, just to stay in my car and watch TV on my own cell service in my car? I was told no. I told them I didn't want to live there tonight, I was looking into rv living and feeling out what the lifestyle is about. Currently just a "leave no trace overnight sleep".

      Nope.

      Met a couple residents and park attendant/host and this is NOT A PLACE TO STAY.

      Looks like some kind of laundry area and possibly 1 shower stall. CHeesy (some kind of 1/4 height saloon town cutouts) hostile, rude, unfriendly, and discriminating. Best to move straight past it.

    • Camper-submitted photo from Fir Ridge Campgrounds
      September 11, 2024

      Fir Ridge Campgrounds

      No

      No. 100% no. Just want to make sure people know NOT to go there like I did. THE WORST experience I have had ever in all of my exploring!

    • Camper-submitted photo from Molalla Ripple
      August 26, 2024

      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.

    • Camper-submitted photo from Whitcomb Creek County Park
      August 22, 2024

      Whitcomb Creek County Park

      WIll not come back

      Web site claims "Drinking Water" is available. However, the water coming out of the tap was brown, probably full of rust and minerals. The host told us not to drink the water, only use for toilet flushing and maybe shower. The county claims it is safe, I don't believe them.

    • Camper-submitted photo from Aquila Vista Education Area - TEMPORARILY CLOSED
      August 13, 2024

      Aquila Vista Education Area - TEMPORARILY CLOSED

      Aquila Vista Education Area - TEMPORARILY CLOSED

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    • Camper-submitted photo from Armitage Park & Campground - a Lane County Park
      August 9, 2024

      Armitage Park & Campground - a Lane County Park

      Great place

      This is our second time staying at Armitage. We usually only stay one night as we are passing through Eugene, but it's a fantastic campground and we would love to stay longer sometime. Site 30 was especially lovely. It is a full hook-up site surrounded by shrubs and trees. There is ample space between sites and we could not even see the site on our right. The pads are paved and pretty level, plenty long and wide for our 32ft 5th wheel and truck. Hopefully next time, we can stay longer and actually explore the park.

    • Camper-submitted photo from Detroit Lake State Recreation Area
      July 20, 2024

      Detroit Lake State Recreation Area

      Do Not Book H27

      If you’re camping during the summer, this is the WORST campsite we have ever encountered. There is no shade or breeze, and directly next to the main road to Sisters/Bend with significant road noise. We booked two nights and ended up just leaving because of the unreasonable noise and heat.

    • Camper-submitted photo from Foster Lake RV Resort
      July 16, 2024

      Foster Lake RV Resort

      Foster lake RV

      It's really a beautiful area a nice place to stay people are awesome really pretty the got everything,

    • Camper-submitted photo from Silver Falls State Park Campground
      July 15, 2024

      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.

    • Camper-submitted photo from John Neal Memorial Park
      July 15, 2024

      John Neal Memorial Park

      Perfect overnight spot

      Stoped here for a night on a roadtrip and it was perfect overnight stay not too far from the highway. It’s tucked away in a neighborhood but does the job! Bathrooms, playground, gazebo, etc, it’s supplied with a lot of things to make your life easier. Neighbors are close for many campsites, so it’s not a secluded camping experience, but that’s to be expected. I will say that the river access is limited if you’re not staying directly on the river. I was in one of the center campsites and set up a chair at the access point and shared it with 10 other people. It’s a small portion so we were close. But again, too be expected during the summer months and for a campsite like this.

    • Camper-submitted photo from Salem Campground and RVs
      July 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

    • Camper-submitted photo from River Bend County Park
      July 3, 2024

      River Bend County Park

      Camping Visit 2024

      Clean showers, private, lots of trees, clean site, hiking, swimmable water (3 seconds was freezing but easily adjusted), inner tubing, agate hunting in the river, 9 miles away from Safeway. If you have Verizon, you will likely have WiFi Connect. AT&T had poor connection. Super beautiful site.

    • Camper-submitted photo from Riverside at Detroit Campground
      June 24, 2024

      Riverside at Detroit Campground

      Great location

      Beautiful campground along the river. No cellphone service. I arrived on a Thursday with plenty of sites to choose from but it did start to fill up over the weekend. Sites are pretty close together but you get some privacy with all of the forest between.

    • Camper-submitted photo from Premier RV Resort
      June 23, 2024

      Premier RV Resort

      Clean and average

      They ignored my issue with the sprinkler system leaving my lot with 2-3" of water until 11am. No broken lines just a timing issue but they didn't do anything about it over my 3 day stay. Nothing to help, just looked and said, Ya, that's a lot of water. Of course it was deepest near my steps, even said I couldn't put down a mat cause it would ruin the grass. At least they couldve acted concerned.

    • Camper-submitted photo from Trout Creek Campground
      June 19, 2024

      Trout Creek Campground

      Nicely

      Beautiful campsite. Out houses and water. Some sides are right next to the water. Might consider paying for your campsite online signs all over the place. This is not a first come first serve Campground. No Internet service on Verizon.

    • Camper-submitted photo from House Rock Campground
      June 19, 2024

      House Rock Campground

      👍👍👍👍

      Wonderful little campsite. Drive down to gravel Road a little ways and across the bridge and you can find primitive sites available. Outhouses. Campsites are right next to the river

    • Camper-submitted photo from Eugene Kamping World RV Park
      June 17, 2024

      Eugene Kamping World RV Park

      Pictures are deceiving

      We arrived and were shocked by the facility. Our site was in the center of this small park and we were surrounded by full time residents. No privacy and we felt like fish in a fish bowl.  We left almost immediately and were fortunate to find an opening at Armitage. I would rather stay in a Walmart lot then this place.

    • Camper-submitted photo from Maxwell Sno-Park
      June 14, 2024

      Maxwell Sno-Park

      Nice snow park.

      Big parking lot. No infrastructure. Free! Signs say overnight parking only. I'm okay with that. Buggy. Skeeters and some hornets but not bad. Some ants on the edge of the parking area. Moved further in on the pavement. No ants. Some noise from the road. Not.bad though. Still sleepable.

    • Camper-submitted photo from Breitenbush Campground
      June 10, 2024

      Breitenbush Campground

      Nice campground

      The campground was great in general, but still being worked on from fire damage. Our site specifically had a bunch of freshly cut down trees in the back which was a little sketchy with our little one, but still great. Loads of blooming flowers and trees and the river is beautiful.

    • Camper-submitted photo from Roamers Rest RV Park
      June 3, 2024

      Roamers Rest RV Park

      Too Close

      The staff was really nice, and they received all our Amazon pkgs with a smile. However, the spaces are quite tight! Considering the location and appreciating the fact that they are one of very few RV parks in the Portland area , I can understand why. It’s also on my the high end for price. They also have RV age limit of 2010 but they allowed pictures before turning me down. Yay we got approved!



    Guide to Stayton

    Camping near Stayton, Oregon, offers a mix of beautiful scenery and fun activities for everyone. Whether you're looking for a family-friendly spot or a peaceful retreat, there are plenty of campgrounds to choose from.

    What to do:

    • Hiking: Explore the stunning trails at Silver Falls State Park Campground. The Trail of Ten Falls is a highlight, taking you past breathtaking waterfalls. One visitor mentioned, "The highlight for us is the Trail of Ten Falls... The entire trail is just over seven miles but there are shorter loop options."
    • Fishing: Enjoy fishing at Detroit Lake State Recreation Area. Many campers appreciate the lake views and the chance to catch some fish. One reviewer said, "We enjoyed our recent stay at Detroit Lake... Bathrooms are cleaned daily and the staff was friendly."
    • Biking: Take advantage of the bike trails at Champoeg State Heritage Area. A visitor noted, "There’s also stuff for frisbee golf and some other outdoor activities."

    What campers like:

    • Clean Facilities: Campers rave about the cleanliness of the bathrooms and showers at Humbug Campground. One camper shared, "The showers were nice... The camp host, Norm was very helpful."
    • Spacious Sites: Many appreciate the spacious campsites at River Bend County Park. A reviewer mentioned, "Clean showers, private, lots of trees, clean site, hiking, swimmable water."
    • Family-Friendly Atmosphere: Campgrounds like Waterloo County Park are great for families. One visitor said, "Super chill camp ground... The entire park is very well maintained even for off season."

    What you should know:

    • Noise Levels: Some campgrounds can be noisy, especially those near roads. A camper at Detroit Lake State Recreation Area warned, "There is no shade or breeze, and directly next to the main road... significant road noise."
    • Wildlife Encounters: Be prepared for wildlife, especially at Silver Falls State Park Campground. One camper noted, "A group of deer wandering down the camp road eating plants, seems undisturbed by the presence of humans."
    • Reservations Recommended: Popular spots like Champoeg State Heritage Area can fill up quickly. A visitor mentioned, "We drove through here on a Thursday in late August and there were only 3 sites available for walk up."

    Tips for camping with families:

    • Choose Family-Friendly Campgrounds: Look for places like Humbug Campground that offer activities for kids. One parent said, "The staff is friendly and always willing to answer any questions."
    • Plan for Noise: Be ready for some noise from kids playing, especially at campgrounds like Silver Falls State Park Campground. A camper noted, "Children would be riding their bikes up and down the campsite loop yelling and playing."
    • Pack Snacks and Games: Keep kids entertained with snacks and games. A visitor at Waterloo County Park mentioned, "Lots of activities including hiking, geocaching, fishing, swimming, and children’s playground."

    Tips from RVers:

    • Check Site Size: Make sure your RV fits the site. A reviewer at Albany-Corvallis KOA said, "We had to unhitch and park at an angle to fit."
    • Look for Full Hookups: Campgrounds like River Bend County Park offer full hookups, which many RVers appreciate. One camper shared, "The sites were maintained very well and the camp hosts were very friendly."
    • Be Prepared for Limited WiFi: Many campgrounds have poor WiFi. A visitor at Albany-Corvallis KOA mentioned, "WiFi was absolutely horrible... couldn't even write an email on their WiFi."

    Camping near Stayton, Oregon, has something for everyone, from families to RVers. Just remember to plan ahead and enjoy the great outdoors!

    Frequently Asked Questions

    • Which is the most popular tent campsite near Stayton, OR?

      According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular tent campground near Stayton, OR is BLM Molalla River Recreation Area with a 4.8-star rating from 6 reviews.

    • What is the best site to find tent camping near Stayton, OR?

      TheDyrt.com has all 47 tent camping locations near Stayton, OR, with real photos and reviews from campers.