Free Camping Collection
Established Camping
Hudson-Parcher Park
Hudson-Parcher Park, near Rainier, Oregon, is a straightforward campground that caters to both tent campers and RV enthusiasts. With a mix of electric and non-electric sites, it’s a practical choice for those looking to enjoy the outdoors without too much fuss.
The campground offers essential amenities like drinking water, showers, and clean restrooms, which visitors appreciate after a day of exploring. Many campers have noted the friendly hosts who go out of their way to ensure a comfortable stay, making it feel a bit more like home. One visitor mentioned, “Camp hosts are amazing and will go above and beyond to make your stay more comfortable.”
Surrounded by tall trees and a big open field, there’s enough space for kids to play and for adults to unwind. While it’s not the most scenic spot, it serves as a decent stopover for those traveling through the area. Some reviewers have pointed out that the campground is close to the road, so it’s wise to keep an eye on your belongings.
If you’re looking for a quiet place to recharge, Hudson-Parcher Park is a solid option. Just remember, it’s best suited for short stays, as there aren’t many local activities unless you’re up for a drive.
Description
Hudson-Parcher Park is a hidden gem deep in the forested hills of Columbia County. A quiet place to camp or relax for a day, the park lies about four miles from Rainier, Oregon, and is traversed by Beaver Creek. Visitors can enjoy camping, hiking, cycling, fishing, canoeing and birding. Hudson-Parcher has 10 dedicated tent sites, 10 electric/water sites, 15 gravel-covered RV sites, three playgrounds for the kids, picnic tables, fire rings, flush toilets, hot showers, ball courts, a horseshoe pit, a soccer field, a basketball court and covered picnic areas. Hudson-Parcher Park is popular with family groups, sports groups and others as it offers a day cabin with cooking facilities for a party of up to 66 people. Camp hosts staff the park in the summer months. Check the Columbia Countywebsite for additional information.
Alerts and Important Information
Park
Overnight camping is limited to seven (7) nights in any ten (ten) day period.
Only one vehicle and camping unit is included with standard camp fees. A second vehicle/tent at the campsite (or alternate area) is subject to a nightly $7.00 extra vehicle/tent fee. Maximum of 2 vehicles per campsite.
Maximum occupancy per campsite, to include all individuals and animal pets, is 8 per day
Check in is 2:00 pm and check out is 12:00 pm.
Quiet hours are 10 pm to 7 am.
All animals must be in a pet container or on a leash/lead line (one end attached to the animal, the other end attached to a human or man-made stationary structure), which restricts the animal to the site where the owner is camping, picnicking, etc. No animal shall be allowed to infringe upon another visitor.
You must be at least 18 years old to make park reservations.
Motor vehicles are not to exceed five (5) miles per hours in the park unless otherwise posted.
Possible Fire Ban
At the discretion of the State Forestry Department, fires normally permitted in park areas may be restricted or prohibited due to high fire hazard conditions.
For a complete list of rules/guidelines and fees, please visit our website.
Notice pursuant to ORS 105.688: Any fee paid as part of this application is for the reservation of the specific area, at the specific time, and for the specific recreational use identified in this application. Pursuant to ORS 105.682 and ORS 105.688(4), Columbia County is not liable in contract or tort for any personal injury, death or property damage that arises out of the use of the park for any other recreational purposes, during any other time, or in any other area of the park.
Location
Hudson-Parcher Park is located in Oregon
Directions
[Driving Directions:]( https://www.google.com/maps/place/Hudson-Parcher+Park)Hudson-Parcher Park is located four mile northwest of Rainier. Turn off US 30 onto Larson Rd, then 1/3 mile to park entrance.
Address
Physical Address: 75503 Larson Rd
Rainier, OR 97048
Coordinates
46.09076234 N
122.99600218 W
Connectivity
T-Mobile5GExcellent CoverageLast on 8/10/25- Verizon5GExcellent Coverage
- AT&T5GExcellent Coverage
Detours Nearby
Cresap Bay Campground
50 min away
Lake Merwin Camper's Hideaway (MEMBERS ONLY)
51 min away
Drive Time
- 10 min from Longview, WA
- 47 min from Portland, OR
- 1 hr 8 min from Olympia, WA
- 1 hr 36 min from Salem, OR
Connectivity
- T-Mobile5GExcellent CoverageLast on 8/10/25
- Verizon5GExcellent Coverage
- AT&T5GExcellent Coverage
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Group
Features
For Campers
- Picnic Table
- Firewood Available
- Reservable
- Showers
- Electric Hookups
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Sanitary Dump
- Sewer Hookups
- Water Hookups
- Pull-Through Sites
- 30 Amp Hookups
- 50 Amp Hookups
- Big Rig Friendly
FREE established camping
Enjoy camping on government land. Limited or no services at this camping area.
PERMIT might be REQUIRED
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