Smith Rock State Park Campground

Great views from the camp sites, easy access to the trails, showers with warm water. You do have to walk a small distance from the parking lot to set up your tent but it’s not far

Right next to the state park just a few minutes down the road. Perfect place to stay if you need a spot to crash after spending the day in the park.

Can get a little crowded in peak months, but you can't beat the price, and great amenities

Wonderful low key dispersed type camping in the amazing Smith Rock State Park. $8/night, no reservations but you can always find a spot because you're just pitching your tent wherever there's room. You park in a central area and walk to the camp area. No RV or car camping (you can't park here and sleep in your car). All cooking must be done in the designated area.

There are free showers for campers, flush toilets, host on site, and even a little free library/ book exchange.

I don’t know where to begin with this amazing campground! Tons of space for campgrounds so I wouldn’t worry much about finding a space. There are many amenities including dishwashing area, cooking area with tables, two very nice shower rooms, male and female bathrooms and water fountain. For $8 a month that’s amazing. It’s worth at least a visit for the views and a one night stay to get all cleaned up if you’d rather camp somewhere else.

This is the best campground I’ve ever stayed at. Many of the sites had a magical view of Smith Rock, the bathrooms and showers were nice and clean (the showers were free too!), there’s a dishwashing station, and a charging station, and it was pretty inexpensive. The place gives off a nice outdoorsy kind of communal vibe but it’s still private, depends on where you pitch your tent.

Love this camp area. There are no individual sites, and there are only two showers for the whole area. Mostly rock climbers and travelers staying here for quick access to Smith Rock. Be sure to hit the showers early before everyone gets back from climbing, otherwise the line can get long.

Has a spectacular time. Been here twice and I’ll be back.

This tent-only site is often overlooked because it does not really have any amenities.  It is super cheap though, and gives the vibe of a backcountry experience while still having tent sites a short walking distance from your car.  This is a perfect spot if you want to catch a stunning sunrise!

For climbers: As a climber, this is a must see. You could spend a week here and not do it all.

The routes are heavily trafficked, so well kept a and good bolts. I’d recommend a guide book, you can get one just outside the park at the gear shop/coffee shop.

All levels here for many to enjoy. Lots of folks come from the city, so plenty of gym climbers. Nothing wrong with that, but be ready for some cringe worthy safety knowledge.

Hikers: Misery ridge, don’t be misled by the name, will take you all the way to the top. Sure it is steep, but not very long and doable by most anyone.

You can also swim in the crooked river on hot days, or cold days if you want a ice bath.

Camping: The campsite is right by the trails to get into the park. There are bathrooms and designated cooking areas. The sites are dispersed so you should not have trouble finding at least a place for your tent, but could be crowded.

The bivy camping sites are a short walk in from the parking lot so not a lot of car noise once you've got your tent up. The views are amazing looking across or down into the canyon. Full bathrooms with showers and an exterior dish washing sink.

I spent a night here on the tail end of a backpacking trip.The weather was perfect so we cowboy camped. Fell asleep to some of the brightest stars I've ever seen, and woke up to an incredible sunset. Access to hiking and swimming is unmatched.

Usually full of climbers/dirt baggers.  No campfires because of previous forest fires.  Sleep, then get out and enjoy the hike or climbing

Smith Rock is a worthwhile destination, even if you only have a day. I'm not a rock climber or very fit hiker (so misery ridge was off the table). There were still great trails to take advantage of along the river, that were less trafficked than the misery ridge trail as well.

Walk-in site (the Bivy) is chill. walk-in, pitch tent, done. Yeah you have a lot of neighbors, but people are nice and the price is right ($8 per night for up to two weeks). Has showers and easy access to the climbing. Epic. The ground is pretty nice, not super rocky, but heavy duty tarp would still be a nice way to even things out. Not allowed to sleep in vans etc. tent/bivy only.

Campground is walk in only. There is a common area for cooking and a designated area for camping. No fires allowed but beautiful views anywhere you look. Smith Rock is ideal for climbers of all levels and while I was visiting I saw many rock climbing guides as well. Bathroom facilities were very clean and they do have showers for campers. Lots of hiking trails and dogs are allowed, which is always a plus and necessity for me. Can't wait to return to this beautiful park.

We got here so late at night I could barely see my hand in front of my face. We walked back into the camp areas and found the only open spot. Pitched the tent and passed out.. I woke up, unzipped the tent and the photo attached was my view.. THIS PLACE WAS MAGIC. The other campers were all adventurers and we heard some great stories from everyone. I loved it here.

Aamzing rock faces. Many climbers use many walls here to test out their skills. Great to get family pictures taken too! Nice trails to get a workout. Near terrebonne which has stores. Nice place to go for a hike and get away for few hours.

Located close to the trail down to the river. Amazing views!

The sites are walk-in only, to the west of the parking lot. But there’s nice showers with hot water! The hiking is fantastic and the climbing is world-renown.

I've been a repeat visitor of the bivouac campground at Smith Rock State Park for four years and it never ceases to impress. the restroom facilities are among the best maintained in the state, running water sources are free of impurities, and there's even outlets near the main area to charge your phone while you cook meals! there is plenty of room to camp with many trees to provide a wind break or a hammock anchor point. 5/5 would recommend highly!

I just finished my fourth sunrise hike this weekend! Smith Rock always delivers amazing views for sunrise And sunset. The hard hike up mystery trail is definitely worth it. The hike down takes you along a slow moving river which is great for cooling off especially in the summertime. One of my favorite hikes!

No sleeping in cars, either on the ground on in a tent. Crowded but pleasant company.

Smith is awesome for climbing, hiking, slacklining, and generally enjoying being outside. The bivy site has real bathrooms with running water, charging stations, showers, and a sink for dishes. Communal cooking area near the parking and scattered tent sites make for a great way to meet other campers but less ideal for large groups hoping to stick together. Smith has gotten way more popular over the last few years, so the campsites and parking often max out on weekends, holidays, and great weather days.

What and incredible place to spend three days for the 2017 eclipse. Got to get some climbing in as well as hiking and see the eclipse in totality. The campground was basic an perfect and close to everything you want to do.

This is a very cool place to camp, easily one of my favorite places. It has a very community feel to it, so don't expect to have much privacy or your own site. You basically can set up your tent anywhere and then cook in a communal area.

Nonetheless this place is very cool especially with a group of people. Do come early though, the parking lot gets full and you have to carrying everything in.

Youll find many climbers here staying for the night for early morning climbs. Highly recommend!

If you love rock climbing, this is YOUR place! If you don't, this place is still on the "must explore" list for anyone! Beautiful terrain, great hiking trails for all levels of hikers (some very challenging, others less challenging), lots of great viewpoints, access to the river, and lots of climbers to watch! Camping is primitive but quiet (not for RVing). We rate this place an 8.5.