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Best Glamping near Carson, WA

582 Reviews

Columbia Gorge Getaways houses luxury glamping accommodations in Carson, Washington, with bell tents and yurts available at their eight-site property. Each glamping unit features comfortable beds with linens, picnic tables, and access to clean shower facilities and toilets. The property maintains a welcoming atmosphere with shared social spaces and fire pits where guests can gather. One guest shared, "We stayed in a Bell tent and I have never slept so soundly as I did for this cozy glamping weekend." The bathrooms have everything needed for a comfortable stay, and the property's location offers stunning views of the surrounding Columbia River Gorge landscape. Guests appreciate the high level of care from the family owners who have created an inviting glamping resort experience that balances outdoor immersion with comfort.

The glamping site serves as an excellent base for exploring the natural wonders of the Columbia River Gorge. Hiking trails, water activities on the Columbia River, and nearby attractions in Hood River are all accessible from this location. The property has hosted weddings and events, featuring a ceremony site overlooking forest views and versatile gathering spaces. A visitor noted, "The event space was such a great spot and our kids loved the play area and fun lawn games!" Children can enjoy the dedicated play space while adults relax in the communal areas. The site operates seasonally and accepts reservations for both individual stays and group gatherings, making it ideal for family reunions, private retreats, or weekend getaways. Most guests report returning multiple times, drawn back by the unique combination of outdoor adventure and glamping comfort.

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Best Glamping Sites Near Carson, Washington (48)

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

    53 Reviews
    Rhododendron, OR
    17 miles
    +1 (541) 386-6366

    $45 - $125 / night

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

    "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."

    2. Tucker Park Campground

    34 Reviews
    Hood River, OR
    14 miles
    Website
    +1 (541) 386-4477

    $25 - $60 / night

    "The location is on a tucked away bend of the Hood River and feels rather secluded."

    "It’s first come first serve so I would get there early, especially in the heat of the summer. Open May-November I believe. Bring cash for payment."

    3. Viento State Park Campground

    20 Reviews
    Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area, OR
    8 miles
    Website
    +1 (541) 374-8811

    $22 - $31 / night

    "The sites here are walk in and it is not necessary to make a reservation. Came in on a weekday and a local told me that if you were to camp here on the weekend the sites would be full."

    "Viento is a nice state park along 84 right outside of hood river. It is along the columbia river and has beach access."

    4. Eagle Creek Campground

    17 Reviews
    North Bonneville, OR
    8 miles
    Website
    +1 (541) 308-1700

    $15 / night

    "Near the Hood River and a short distance to Mt Hood trails and surrounding"

    "Arrived at 3pm and there were still about 5 spots left for that night. There are large spots and tiny spots with firepit and picknick table. There is camphost."

    5. Port of Cascade Locks Campground

    9 Reviews
    Cascade Locks, OR
    6 miles
    Website
    +1 (509) 637-6911

    "A very small campground with water and electric only. Level sites with bathrooms and showers close. There is a dump station on site. A beautiful setting along the Columbia River."

    "Tents are in an open field and the pull in spots are right next to each other almost like a parking lot.

    1. No fire pits or individual picnic tables for tent campers."

    6. Columbia Gorge Getaways

    3 Reviews
    Carson, WA
    2 miles
    Website
    +1 (541) 716-1678

    $49 - $375 / night

    "We stayed in a Bell tent and I have never slept so soundly as I did for this cozy glamping weekend."

    "I stayed here during a two day ride through the Cascades on the Washington BDR. You can tell when the owners of a place like this really care."

    7. Mt Hood Village Resort

    47 Reviews
    Rhododendron, OR
    27 miles
    Website
    +1 (888) 707-1477

    "friendly options available) which is cool, laundry facility, cafe/bakery on site, nice store with good variety of food and drink options, DVD rental."

    "We had an RV on site. Used the indoor swimming pool and the restaurant for some breakfasts & lunches. Food was adequate."

    8. Black Lake Campground—Mount Hood National Forest

    4 Reviews
    Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area, OR
    9 miles
    Website
    +1 (541) 352-6002

    $15 - $23 / night

    "I stumbled on this campground while visiting Rainy Lake, which is one mile North of Black Lake. This is a fun campground with a unique layout."

    "4 camp sites surrounding a small lake. 1 and 2 are private While 3 and 4 are right next to each other. Campsite 2 is on the way to 3 and 4 so not to private."

    9. Gorge Base Camp RV Park

    8 Reviews
    White Salmon, WA
    16 miles
    Website
    +1 (509) 493-1111

    $30 - $60 / night

    "We picked this campground at the last minute as we were returning from a Christmas stay in central Washington. The reservation staff was very professional and helpful."

    "Came through with a lucky grab over the holiday weekend when someone didn't arrive for their reservation. It's not a bad spot if you're in the back of the park. There is some road and train noise."

    10. Oxbow Regional Park

    36 Reviews
    Corbett, OR
    28 miles
    Website
    +1 (503) 797-1850

    $25 / night

    "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."

    "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."

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  • 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.

  • 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!

  • 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.

  • Colin B.
    Dec. 24, 2021

    Roamer Sites - Oregon

    Fast WiFi, skate park, gym, tramps

    This place is incredible. First to cover the basics.

    The internet is super fast - I was getting 75mbps up/down when I was in my tent.

    They have power/water hookups at each parking spot. The glamping tents have heaters, lights etc. There are heated indoor bathrooms with nice free hot water showers just a short walk away.

    This place is at a year round camp/school that has multiple skate parks, trampolines, mountain biking courses, all season ski jumps etc. it’s an action sports camp.

    They provide things like firewood and ice which they put in your cooler.

    The people are super nice and accommodating. Ask for Jim - he handles all the camping stuff.

  • B
    Jun. 4, 2023

    Merrill Lake Campground

    Great little campsite for last minute adventures

    There are 8 walk in sites and one drive up site, all first come first serve discovery pass required. Some sites are larger than others, but in ours we were able to fit two 6ptents and one 2p tent. All campsites have a fire ring and picnic table. You’ll still see and hear your fellow campers, but it does seem semi private. Make sure to bring toilet paper, the bathroom seems to never be stocked. Make sure to haul out all trash.

    You can’t use motorized boats and can only fly fish in the lake, but a very nice 1 mile hike is adjacent to the day use area. Also very close to Cougar for gas and supplies for emergencies. Driving distance to popular day hikes. No cell service.

  • CThe Dyrt PRO User
    Jul. 9, 2018

    Cougar RV Park and Campground

    Good Base Camp for Mt St Helens

    This campground is under very new ownership and the owners are some of the friendliest we’ve met to date. They are also in the process of renovating the property to make improvements. So as I review this it is with the anticipation of all the great changes to come.

    Most of the tent sites had a decent amount of space, and the perimeter ones were a little more private too. We did see some campers set up on the roadside—not sure if they knew what they were getting at the time (I wouldn’t want to be right on the road).

    There were some decently sized RV spots, but the pull through spaces looked a little crowded.

    There are only two bathrooms, each having a toilet and shower in a self contained unit. Naturally, if two people are showering this means that all flush toilets are also occupied. There are two porta-potties to accommodate for this. The owners did keep the bathrooms as clean as possible—but the bathrooms could use some renovating themselves and have a musty smell. There is laundry on site. It’s not the quietest campground we’ve stayed at (not the noisiest either) and it might benefits from clearly defined quiet hours.

    Two blocks away there are two gas stations with mini-markets.

    Only a few minutes away are the Cougar and Beaver recreation areas in the Lewis River. It only takes 10 minutes to get to Mt St Helens Ape Cave, Trail of Two Forests and Lava Canyon area.

  • Meghan O.
    May. 16, 2019

    Mount Hood National Forest Armstrong Campground - TEMP CLOSED FOR FIRE

    Nestled By the Clackamas, Very Clean

    This is a beautiful campground nestled down by the Clackamas River. You can hear it rushing by the campsites, which are right down by the water. Each campsite has a nice sturdy picnic table and a fire pit with built-in grill. The restrooms at some of the cleanest, nicest-smelling pit toilets I've ever seen at a campground, conveniently located within the campground.

    Each site was generously roomy. Our camping trip was, in part, a chance to test drive the new Chevy Blazer SUV. It's a big car but there was no problem maneuvering it through the campground or parking it at our site. We might have even been able to fit another, smaller vehicle too if we had more than one party with us. We had no problem pitching two two-man tents and getting out two camp chairs, and would have had room for a third easily. And although the campground is in sight of one of Oregon's classic pretty bridges and there is some road noise, it's balanced out by the white noise of the Clackamas and wasn't a problem.

    Nearby Fish Creek campground was much busier than Armstrong on a rainy Wednesday night, but we had Armstrong almost entirely to ourselves. A vanlifer left sometime that evening and a camper in a pickup truck with two kayaks appeared close to bed time. Other than that, everything was quiet, secluded and just right for relaxing. We even got to see a bald eagle the next morning!

  • Tony G.The Dyrt PRO User
    Jul. 20, 2024

    Lost Lake Resort And Campground — Mt. Hood National Forest

    Fantastic campground and area

    On our way to Alaska for the SF Bay Area we stopped at several different camping locations along lakes and mountains. The only one we went out of our way to stay at when coming back was Lost Lake Campground. The sites are plenty big, have tables and fire pits. The entire area is amply wooded to provide privacy and the sense of seclusion. The bathrooms were clean and always had TP. There is running water spigots dispersed  throughout the camping areas. If I'm ever in the area it will be the 1st place I go.

  • Eric L.
    Jun. 5, 2018

    Trillium Lake

    Classic Camping, with a Great View of Mt. Hood 🏔

    Day 5/6 - Pacific North Quest (Mt. Hood)

    A classic camping spot with an amazing view of Mt. Hood across Trillium Lake. The campground is nestled deep in old growth forest with spacious sites and running water. The best feature though, is the easy access to the trails and fishing at Trillium Lake, and proximity to Mt. Hood.

    From Trillium Lake we made the short drive up to Timberline Lodge where you can access the Palmer Glacier and the zones on the south side of Mt. Hood. On the first day we skinned up to Illumination Rock for some sunset turns and on second day we explored the natural terrain and build a jump at the top of Big Zigzag canyon.

    Check out the three other campgrounds we visited on our Pacific North Quest summer ski touring trip (Smith Rock State Park, Trillium Lake, and Prairie Campground), and download the Snowledge App to see some incredible photos, along with touring stats and maps from each mission.

Guide to Carson

Columbia River Gorge area camping near Carson offers diverse accommodation options in a region with elevations ranging from 100 to 4,000 feet. Carson sits at 275 feet above sea level with a temperate climate influenced by both maritime and continental weather patterns. Summer temperatures typically range from 65-85°F with low humidity, making it ideal for outdoor recreation, while spring and fall camping requires preparation for temperature fluctuations of 30+ degrees between day and night.

What to do

Hiking nearby trails: The Carson area serves as an excellent base for exploring Mount Hood National Forest trails, with several campgrounds offering easy access. At Lost Lake Resort And Campground, visitors can enjoy a 3-mile lake loop trail with mountain views. One reviewer mentioned, "There's a well-stocked general store that's got everything you need. The water is crisp and clear and there is good fishing."

Water activities: The Columbia River and nearby waterways provide swimming, fishing, and paddling opportunities. Tucker Park Campground offers direct river access for cooling off. A camper shared, "Both day use and river access from the camping area were lovely and the water was perfect to cool off after a hot day." Another noted, "The campsite was scattered with smooth rocks perfect for tanning and nice sandy beaches along the river for your fur companions to cool off."

Mountain biking: The region offers numerous mountain biking trails for all skill levels. From Mt Hood Village Resort, bikers can access the Sandy Ridge Trail System. As one visitor explained, "Right across Hwy 26 is some of the best Mountain Biking in the country at the Sandy Ridge Trail System. Using this RV park as a jumping off point, there are endless hiking trails and lakes to paddle and explore."

What campers like

Peaceful yurt camping: Yurt accommodations in Carson provide comfort with natural surroundings. Beyond Columbia Gorge Getaways, Mt Hood Village Resort also offers yurt options. According to a reviewer, "It is more of an RV campground. But, it does have several yurts, and a tent camping area." These structures offer protection from weather while maintaining a connection to the outdoors.

Riverside camping spots: Sites along the water are highly valued in the Carson area. At Viento State Park Campground, campers can access the Columbia River. One visitor shared, "We stopped for a picnic lunch as we were passing through with our camper... There were multiple picnic tables along the path to the river, and along the water access itself... We enjoyed watching the wind surfers, and wading in the river."

Campground facilities: Clean, well-maintained amenities enhance the camping experience. A visitor to Eagle Creek Campground appreciated the basic but functional facilities: "Grounds were started in 1914. Roads are narrow up side of mountain near Columbia River. Very quiet in grounds but highway and train noise is noticeable. The old growth trees are special."

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