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Shellrock Creek

Shellrock Creek is located in the Mt. Hood National Forest near Clackamas, Oregon. The area features forested terrain with creeks and rivers. Temperatures range from 30°F in winter to 80°F in summer, and nearby attractions include hiking trails and scenic viewpoints within the national forest.

Description

US Forest Service

Mt. Hood National Forest

Shellrock Creek Campground is primitive camping at its finest. It is located on the banks of Shellrock Creek which feeds into the Oak Grove Fork and then eventually the Clackamas River. This campground delivers a feeling of really being “out there”. Each site is separated by dense growth allowing for camper privacy. Shellrock Creek is a small brook in the woods which creates that tranquil sound of running water which can be heard throughout the campground.

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Location

Shellrock Creek is located in Oregon

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Directions

From Estacada, OR - travel east on Highway 224 for about 26 miles. Turn left onto Forest Service Road 57 and continue about 7 miles.  Turn left onto Forest Service Road 58 and continue about 1/2 a mile to the campground. 

Coordinates

45.0850003 N
121.92100075 W

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Access

  • Drive-In
    Park next to your site
  • Walk-In
    Park in a lot, walk to your site.

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Site Types

  • Tent Sites

Features

For Campers

  • ADA Access
  • Trash
  • Picnic Table
  • Toilets
  • Alcohol
  • Pets
  • Fires

For Vehicles

  • Pull-Through Sites

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Reviewed Jun. 20, 2025

Great little spot right by the creek!

We loved this location! We pulled our car up right next to our tent. It was located right by the creek(river) with easy access to the water. Plenty of little trails to explore throughout. There was a bathroom on site that was actually really clean considering (bring your own toilet paper) this would be a great site for a family camping trip or multiple families as there are several sites that kinda intertwine but still are very separate and have some degree of privacy. We plan to return here in the future we really enjoyed it here. Be prepared for zero phone service just fyi. We have T-Mobile.

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Month of VisitJune
  • Review photo of Shellrock Creek by kathaleen , June 20, 2025
Reviewed Oct. 2, 2019

Seems Remote

I have found this campground fills up less than tbe others in the area..so if your up here in high summer i would check here first.

It seems more remote than it really is so its nice and quiet..with a creek nearby.

Has a couple excellent sites and a bunch of mediocre ones that would do well for camper trucks

Reviewed Jul. 9, 2017

Creekside Camping

A hand full of semi-private camping groinds along the crystal clear creek. Right off the road but not much road noise, lots of stream sounds. We love camping near water. Big wooden picnic tables at all the sites, fire rings with a grill you can flip up for roasting, composting toilet and trash bins on site. No water (or we couldn't find it) so pack your own or get some from the stream at your own discretion, no matter how good it looks we always filter or you get an intestinal surprise!

One site is literally right up on the stream bank, that's the one we want next time for sure. All spots have room for one larger tent or two smaller 2-man tents. The cars get parked only a few feet away so feel free to pack all the fun heavy amenities you wouldn't bring if you were packing it.

We go here when Buck Lake is full, which is almost always these days.

Month of VisitJuly
  • Review photo of Shellrock Creek by Aria R., July 9, 2017
  • Review photo of Shellrock Creek by Aria R., July 9, 2017
  • Review photo of Shellrock Creek by Aria R., July 9, 2017
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the max vehicle length at Shellrock Creek?

Shellrock Creek allows vehicles up to 16 feet.

Are fires allowed at Shellrock Creek?

Yes, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, fires are allowed at Shellrock Creek, although make sure to check current fire restrictions in the area.