Most RV parks in the Yamhill area offer full hookups within 30 miles of town, with several facilities operating throughout all seasons. Yamhill sits at an elevation of 200 feet in the rolling hills of Oregon's Willamette Valley, experiencing mild temperatures year-round with moderate rainfall. Camping options vary from basic sites with limited amenities to resort-style parks with recreational facilities.
What to do
Fishing access: Head to Clackamette RV Park in Oregon City for easy fishing opportunities where the Willamette and Clackamas Rivers meet. "Right off the exit of 205, it's very easy to get to, and a beautiful spot where the Clackamas flows into the Willamette. There's gas and dining within walking distance, multiple boat launches, nearby rentals, and lots of wildlife," notes a camper.
Shopping excursions: At Woodburn I-5 RV Park, you can walk to the nearby Woodburn Premium Outlets for shopping and dining. "You can walk to several restaurants and the outlet mall. There is a great laundry room, clean bathrooms and showers, pool, pet areas, and nicely paved, level, but crowded sites," reports one visitor.
Beach activities: From Thousand Trails Pacific City, enjoy easy beach access just a short distance from your site. "The ocean is a 5 minute walk from the site and you can rent sandboards to ride down the dunes of Cape Kiwanda (it's a serious workout!). Not to be missed," shares one camper who appreciated the proximity to coastal recreation.
What campers like
Indoor amenities: Hee Hee Illahee RV Resort in Salem provides comfort facilities that campers appreciate year-round. "Appreciate the amenities of small gym, hot tub, and showers. Excited for the outdoor pool to open. Staff is friendly and grounds are well maintained. There is areas for pets," notes a long-term guest.
Accommodations beyond RVs: Premier RV Resort in Salem offers alternatives for those traveling without an RV. "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! Cable tv as well," shares an enthusiastic visitor.
Convenient urban location: Many campers value Columbia River RV Park's proximity to Portland. "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)," explains one camper who appreciated the urban access.
What you should know
Site sizing considerations: RV sites at many parks have specific limitations. "Very little space between other campers," notes a visitor at Silver Spur RV Park, while at Jantzen Beach RV Park, a camper reported, "We're in an end to end site. Site 837. Water pressure is the lowest we've ever experienced."
Age restrictions: Some parks maintain RV age policies beyond what's mentioned in existing descriptions. A Roamers Rest visitor noted "they allowed pictures before turning me down," indicating flexibility in their 2010-or-newer policy for certain RVs.
Weather implications: The Oregon coast climate affects camping conditions at coastal parks. At Pacific City, one visitor mentioned, "Maybe if weather was nicer my review would be different but who are we kidding, it's the Oregon coast.... I will start with, this place is filthy."
Tips for camping with families
Look for children's activities: Some RV parks Yamhill visitors frequent offer specific child-friendly amenities. "Amazing RV Park, well maintained roads, lots, and landscaping. There was also plenty to do around the campsite between fishing, the small kids park and the park provided activity's (corn hole, etc.)," reports a visitor to Silver Spur RV Park.
Pool access for kids: Parks with pools provide recreation options during warmer months. A visitor to Thousand Trails Pacific City shared, "They have a large jacuzzi and an indoor pool! I would say though that the internet/cell service this year has been an issue."
Wildlife watching opportunities: Some parks feature natural encounters kids enjoy. "Bunnies are great to watch. Close to drive on beach which is nice when you have kids," mentions a Thousand Trails Pacific City visitor.
Tips from RVers
Space planning: At Portland Fairview RV Park, advance site selection matters. A camper noted, "I'm in a 40' coach. The RV spaces are very easy to get into being angled. We stayed in a pull through space, easy in and easy out. Only giving a 4star rating for the very small RV spaces."
Noise considerations: Road noise affects some Yamhill area RV parks. "While the park is nice and well maintained, the B lot backs right up to the highway with unbearable road noise. Had two nights planned but will be leaving after the first," reports a visitor at Silver Spur RV Park.
Navigating tight spaces: Allow extra time for positioning in compact parks. One camper at Woodburn I-5 RV Park noted, "Very cramped, I'll need to disconnect the toad and perform multiple back and forths to exit."
