Timothy Lake Meditation Point

Camping at Meditation Point Campground on Timothy Lake costs $10 per night. This fee applies to all sites at the campground, which are well marked along the west shoreline trail. As this is in Mt. Hood National Forest, a Northwest Forest Pass may also be required for parking. It's always a good idea to have exact cash on hand for the self-pay station. For the most current fee information, check with the Mt. Hood National Forest office before your trip.

To reach Meditation Point Campground, head to the northwest parking lot of Timothy Lake, past the day use area. From there, you'll need to follow the West Shoreline Trail #528. The campground is accessible via a short walk from the parking area, or you can hike approximately 7 miles in along the trail. The path is mostly flat, making it suitable for backpacking or cart camping. Look for the well-marked camping sites along the west shoreline of the lake.

There's a day use area located near the northwest parking lot of Timothy Lake, which serves as the access point to Meditation Point Campground. This day use area provides lake access before you begin your journey on the West Shoreline Trail #528. While specific amenities aren't detailed, typical day use areas in Mt. Hood National Forest offer picnic facilities and lake access. The west shore of Timothy Lake is particularly popular for activities like sailing, especially in the evenings when ideal wind conditions develop.

Cell service at Timothy Lake's Meditation Point Campground is generally limited or unavailable. Being in the Mt. Hood National Forest and positioned along the lake's western shore, the remote setting means reliable connectivity shouldn't be expected. It's best to plan your trip assuming you won't have cell service, download any necessary maps or information beforehand, and inform someone of your itinerary. Consider bringing alternative communication methods if staying for an extended period.