Best Cabin Camping near Battle Ground, WA

Battle Ground Lake State Park Campground features cabin accommodations within a wooded setting surrounded by hiking trails. Cabins at this state park provide basic amenities including electricity, beds, and access to nearby restroom facilities with showers. "The cabins look cool. The tall trees and abundant green overlays make this a wonderfully self-contained oasis," noted one visitor describing the setting. Paradise Point State Park also offers cabin options approximately 13 miles west of Battle Ground, providing similar amenities with the addition of water access. Both locations maintain cabin sites separate from tent camping areas, allowing for a more private experience.

Rustic and deluxe cabins are both available, depending on the location. Most cabins in the Battle Ground area require advance reservations, especially during summer months when occupancy rates are highest. Tiny Digs Hotel of Tiny Houses, located south of Battle Ground near Portland, offers unique cabin-style accommodations with electric hookups and thirty-amp service. Pet policies vary by location - Battle Ground Lake State Park allows pets at most cabin sites while some private operations restrict animals. Reservations can typically be made up to nine months in advance through Washington State Parks' online reservation system.

Most cabins include beds but require visitors to bring their own linens, towels, and toiletries. Kitchen facilities vary significantly - some cabins offer only outdoor fire pits for cooking while others provide small refrigerators and microwaves. Battle Ground Lake has a seasonal store with basic supplies and snacks. The nearby town of Battle Ground provides access to grocery stores and restaurants for additional provisions. Firewood is available for purchase at most cabin locations, though during fire restriction periods, electric heaters may be the only heating option. Visitors staying at cabins should check specific amenity lists when booking as furnishing levels differ substantially between properties.

Best Cabin Sites Near Battle Ground, Washington (40)

    1. Battle Ground Lake State Park Campground

    40 Reviews
    Heisson, WA
    3 miles
    Website

    "Pros: Good lake to swim in, smaller state park so not too busy, kayaks you can rent, small playground if you have kids, pet frIendly cabIn I stayed In was faIrly secluded Cons: because it’s smaller, kids"

    "BGLSP is a really lovely park not too far from Portland with camping and rustin cabins."

    2. Paradise Point State Park Campground

    35 Reviews
    La Center, WA
    10 miles
    Website
    +1 (888) 226-7688

    "Cute little place, showers, potable water, toilets, buy wood, etc. Has two yurts also. A little steep at 30.00/nt to camp."

    "Campgrounds: Some were very apparent that it was smaller than other sites, but I loved that each site came with picnic table."

    3. Lewis River Campground Community of Christ

    8 Reviews
    Heisson, WA
    5 miles
    Website

    "Lewis River Campground is right at the trail head and adjacent to the lower falls, so there's plenty to see and do right around the camping area. "

    "Cabins, tipis, lodge, and RV park - all for groups such as churches, organizations, schools, etc. No individual camping."

    4. Oxbow Regional Park

    38 Reviews
    Corbett, OR
    23 miles
    Website
    +1 (503) 797-1850

    $25 / night

    "The park just added two nature playgrounds that are pretty fantastic."

    "They have hot showers, flushing toilets and every site has a fire pit. There is distance between you and other guests but if you want to meet your neighbors you can."

    5. Government Island State Recreation Area

    3 Reviews
    Fairview, OR
    14 miles
    Website
    +1 (503) 280-6844

    "There are no fire pits but you can burn. No potable water, so bring your own. There is 1 restroom and no desinated camp sites. But we love it!"

    6. Dairy Creek West — L.L. Stub Stewart Memorial State Park

    39 Reviews
    Buxton, OR
    32 miles
    Website
    +1 (503) 324-0606

    $24 - $39 / night

    "Sunny during the day, highs around 50, close to freezing at night."

    "We are from Portland and this is a short drive from home. Sites here are spacious and have picnic tables and firepits."

    7. Champoeg State Heritage Area Campground

    76 Reviews
    Donald, OR
    40 miles
    Website
    +1 (503) 678-1251

    $22 - $152 / night

    "The yurts are heated, and a couple of them are pet friendly, which is great for us! There is a small table in each yurt."

    "I stayed in the 1 of 5 tent spaces. They were a bit close to the other sites, but still large enough for a few tents if needed."

    8. Tiny Digs Hotel of Tiny Houses

    3 Reviews
    Portland, OR
    18 miles
    Website
    +1 (833) 464-8747

    "Clean Friendly Pet friendly"

    "Cute and small, lots of little amenities for cooking, bathroom etc Your vehicle is not allowed inside the lot but there is usually ample street parking near the gate to get inside."

    9. Mt Hood Village Resort

    49 Reviews
    Rhododendron, OR
    39 miles
    Website
    +1 (888) 707-1477

    "So, one of the standard cabins here was the perfect compromise. Roof over our heads, actual beds, room for three of us to be able to gear up for the day."

    "is not good, not even by the “lounge”, tiny house and cabins available for rent (pet friendly options available) which is cool, laundry facility, cafe/bakery on site, nice store with good variety of food"

    10. Lost Lake Resort And Campground — Mt. Hood National Forest

    54 Reviews
    Rhododendron, OR
    40 miles
    +1 (541) 386-6366

    $45 - $125 / night

    "Tent sites are large and spaced out so your not right next to your neighbors. It’s a little bit of a walk to the lake but enjoyable."

    "The only thing missing from this amazing camping spot is electricity and running water. Otherwise, it’s perfect! Absolutely gorgeous view of Mt."

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Cabin Reviews near Battle Ground, WA

517 Reviews of 40 Battle Ground Campgrounds


  • L
    Aug. 7, 2018

    Champoeg State Heritage Area Campground

    Good for biking, heated yurts, smaller tent spots

    We've been here 3 times, once for tent camping and twice in a yurt. The yurts are heated, and a couple of them are pet friendly, which is great for us! There is a small table in each yurt. Theres a couch and a bunk bed for sleeping arrangements, with the lower bunk larger than the top bunk. Great walking trails and day use areas, and our favorite thing about this place is biking on the biking trails surrounding the area. Beautiful and close to civilization for a quick and low key camping trip. Great for beginner campers and families!

  • M
    Aug. 29, 2019

    Lost Lake Resort And Campground — Mt. Hood National Forest

    Beautiful, well maintained, generous sized campsites

    Tent sites are large and spaced out so your not right next to your neighbors. It’s a little bit of a walk to the lake but enjoyable. We stayed in the A-frame cabin which is right off the parking lot so can be busy but is a generous size lot and has some shrubbery and trees for privacy. there’s a trail out right out the back of the lot. The cabin is small and rustic. Non motorized lake. Canoe, paddle board and boat rentals available and I highly recommend.

  • Marcus M.
    Dec. 24, 2020

    Eagle Cliff Campground

    Last stop on summer trip

    We picked this campsite as our last stop on a week long camping trip round Rainer and St. Helens area. Nice flat camping area, picnic bench fire pit, a bit of a mosquito challenge but not too bad. Lots of families, and maybe even groups. Has showers, which is what we mainly booked for. Small general store, basketball hoop, pizza shop, and some cabin rentals. Luckily the dance party ended just after dark, so we got plenty of sleep. Stayed only 1 night. Plus is ranger station 5 minutes from site, with maps, stickers, fridge magnets, etc. Ranger gave us detail on ape caves, and other are hikes for kids, AND ranger was cool enough to tell us all about his Bigfoot experience in the area, complete with mobile phone picture of footprint! Lots of kids and teens, but some fisherman too, who didn’t seem to mind the dance music and footballs flying around!

  • Mike G.The Dyrt PRO User
    May. 27, 2019

    Oxbow Regional Park

    Close to the city with awesome playgrounds

    The park just added two nature playgrounds that are pretty fantastic. One of the new playgrounds, right before the boat launch, features a trail with a mud kitchen, two a-frame tents and a big area where you can use fallen logs and branches to build shelters.

    The other nature playground is right across from the old playground (still in use) and has a wooden water course with a hand pump and an elevated wooden plank course.

    Camping can be a little loud since it's a popular spot and there are no pets allowed, but it's barely 30 minutes away from Portland and right on the Sandy River.

  • Stephanie Z.The Dyrt PRO User
    Jun. 21, 2019

    Eagle Cliff Campground

    Mt St Helens Campground Oasis

    Lucked out with a last minute Father's Day weekend reservation at this great little campground located just at the junction of Mt St Helens and Gifford Pinchot. The campground is bookable online for only $15 a night which felt like a bargain for a private campground in the area. 

    There are only 10 camping sites - some are suitable for RVs. There are also very small cabins that can be rented. There is a well stocked camp store on the property which is staffed from 7am to 7pm. There is also a pizza place on the property which is visited by a lot of area day hikers, so if you want an all day quiet woodsy feel you might want a different location, but if you've been camping or hiking for days on end without any amenities, this place will feel like an oasis.

    The campground was busy over the weekend, but was nearly empty and quiet by the time Sunday night rolled around. We were at campsite #9 which was right next to a basketball hoop which got plenty of use while people were waiting for pizza (and was a bit noisy). The Pizza Place is not open everyday.

    Each site had a firepit with grill and a picnic table. The toilet in the camping area had cold running water and a flush toilet. The toilets closer to the camp store had hot water and an outlet. Showers are available for an additional $3 charge, and laundry facilities are available for $5 a load on certain days.

    The Camp Store had lots of knowledge about local hikes and what roads were open around MSH.  We used this campground as a base to hike Ape Caves, June Lake and Ape Canyon. It was about 30 minutes of forest road driving to the trail heads.

  • Marisa R.
    Aug. 4, 2018

    Battle Ground Lake State Park Campground

    Pet Friendly Cabin

    Pros: Good lake to swim in, smaller state park so not too busy, kayaks you can rent, small playground if you have kids, pet frIendly cabIn I stayed In was faIrly secluded Cons: because it’s smaller, kids on bikes were on the road often so you have to be aware, only one shower stall in the restrooms

  • Jason G.
    Jun. 14, 2024

    Mt Hood Village Resort

    The Ultimate Mt Hood Base Camp

    Not my normal camping scene, but decided to for an early summer ski session with the kids, we didn't want to completely rough it, but also didn't want to pay hotel prices. So, one of the standard cabins here was the perfect compromise. Roof over our heads, actual beds, room for three of us to be able to gear up for the day. But still had a fire pit outside, and picnic table for outdoor cooking. (Also the standard cabins don't have bathrooms, so you still need to go to the shared restrooms.)

    The property overall was really nice, lots of amenities. We also took a walk through the RV/Tent camp sites. Its very similar to a KOA style of resort. We enjoyed it for what it was.

  • L
    Jul. 31, 2018

    Battle Ground Lake State Park Campground

    Feels remote for being close to the city

    BGLSP is a really lovely park not too far from Portland with camping and rustin cabins. Most of the campsites are large enough for 2 tents, and there were many RVs and popups - good size driveways/parking areas. Cabins C17 and C21 were the most private, though C13 and C15 had a partial view of the lake. Campsites 19 and 20 were really tucked back and adjoined such that two groups could spread out. There is only one bathroom for the entire camping/cabin area, and it got pretty dirty/crowded at times, so that wasn't ideal. I would also recommend checking out the water quality information before going if you plan to do water sports or swimming. There was a high bacteria advisory when we went, so swimming was discouraged. We ended up going to nearby Klineline Pond to swim instead. There is a nice little concession stand, though, and they offer SUP and kayak rentals that looked nice.

  • Jill T.
    Sep. 30, 2018

    Lost Lake Resort And Campground — Mt. Hood National Forest

    Gorgeous!! Bring hiking shoes & a headlamp.

    The only thing missing from this amazing camping spot is electricity and running water. Otherwise, it’s perfect! Absolutely gorgeous view of Mt. Hood, tons of hiking, a beautiful lake and camping spots for everyone. They have walk-in spots, yurts, a-frames, RV spots, a horse camp and even a few rooms at the lodge. Make sure to spend at least 3-4 days!


Guide to Battle Ground

Battle Ground Lake State Park offers cabin accommodations within a natural volcanic setting approximately 25 miles northeast of Portland. The park cabins sit at 550 feet elevation near a spring-fed lake formed in an ancient volcanic crater. Cabins near Battle Ground, Washington typically operate year-round, though winter months bring temperatures averaging 35-45°F with frequent rainfall between October and March.

What to do

Fishing opportunities: Battle Ground Lake State Park stocks rainbow trout regularly, making it a reliable fishing destination. "One of the best State parks for camping. Well manicured sites. Plenty of privacy. Great fishing! Trout, bass, blue gill... swimming area," notes Brian B. about the lake's fishing options.

Mountain biking access: Sandy Ridge Trail System is located across Highway 26 from Mt. Hood Village Resort, approximately 45 minutes from Battle Ground. "Using this RV park as a jumping off point, there are endless hiking trails and lakes to paddle and explore in the Mt Hood wilderness. You will never get bored in the Mt Hood area," explains Joel H.

Winter camping: Lewis River Campground remains accessible during colder months with cabin options. "We came to lost lake with our adult kids and grandkids. The plan was to bank fish and kayak. Unfortunately the weather was kicking our butt and we went home a day early," reports Eric P., highlighting the need for weather preparedness when visiting cabin sites during winter.

What campers like

Private settings: The cabins at Battle Ground Lake State Park offer a sense of seclusion within the wooded area. "Pristine campsites and beautiful cool lake that's not far from the city. Good trails and plenty of space," explains Matt W.

Affordability: Cabin rates at most sites near Battle Ground remain reasonable compared to hotel costs. "For 1 night, no hookups was $37. There are bathrooms, sink. They do have a dump station," reports Kim B. about nearby Paradise Point, showing the value comparison for basic accommodations.

Year-round options: Champoeg State Heritage Area offers cabins and yurts about an hour south of Battle Ground. "We've been here 3 times, once for tent camping and twice in a yurt. The yurts are heated, and a couple of them are pet friendly, which is great for us!" notes Lana N.

What you should know

Off-season limitations: During winter, some cabin facilities reduce services. "Rolled in January 1st. Self pay. About 5 sites with power and water. We got a nice level one. There are only 5 other sites in the whole campground occupied," reports Chris J. about winter stays at Battle Ground Lake.

Noise considerations: Some cabin locations experience traffic sounds. "Campgrounds: Some were very apparent that it was smaller than other sites, but I loved that each site came with picnic table. One down side to the whole experience: Freeway is really really close to the whole camp site. You can hear vehicles at night," explains Susan P. from Paradise Point State Park.

Reservation timing: Most cabins require advance planning. "It's not as easy to get to and firewood cost went up from $5 to $7 for a smaller bundle that burns faster. In our most recent stay we burned through three bundles in one day/night," notes Finn M. about stocking up on supplies.

Tips for camping with families

Kid-friendly activities: Oxbow Regional Park offers cabin camping with family amenities about 40 minutes from Battle Ground. "The recent upgrades to playgrounds are awesome for the kids and the new welcome center makes check in a breeze," reports Finn M. about facilities for children.

Cabin amenities: Pack appropriate bedding for cabin stays. "There is a small table in each yurt. Theres a couch and a bunk bed for sleeping arrangements, with the lower bunk larger than the top bunk," explains Lana N. about the cabin-style yurts near the area.

Walking distances: Research cabin accessibility before booking with small children. "This campground isn't near some major hwy so you don't hear car noise. Yes, you hear people playing on the lake but that is to be expected. The campsite was clean and raked upon arrival too! They have a camp store open for snacks and they have flushable bathrooms!" shares Tiffany M.

Tips from RVers

Accessibility challenges: RV sites near cabin areas sometimes have clearance issues. "We put the size of our RV in the state website and it gave us site 50. We arrived and it was IMPOSSIBLE to get our rig in that site due to the trees. We couldn't even continue out the secondary loop because it was so narrow and had trees on the inside of turns," warns Alex W. about planning carefully.

Utility considerations: RVers staying in cabin accommodations should check utility access. "We had an RV on site. Used the indoor swimming pool and the restaurant for some breakfasts & lunches. Food was adequate. There is a playground onsite for those with children and plenty of bike paths and walking paths to keep you busy," notes Amy H. about Mt. Hood Village Resort, which offers cabin options within their RV setup.

Seasonal availability: Many RV parks near Battle Ground convert some sites to cabin rentals during colder months. "The full hook up sites are in old growth timber giving each site a feeling is seclusion. The lodge, pool, hot tub and saunas are in good condition," explains Jack B. about amenities available at parks with cabin options.

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