RV parks near Woodland, Washington offer diverse water access options with sites ranging from spacious pull-throughs to back-in sites on concrete pads. Woodland sits along the Columbia River at 30 feet elevation, with mild temperatures averaging 45-80°F seasonally. Many campgrounds provide full hookups including 50-amp service, though specific amenities vary between parks.
What to do
Kayaking at Scappoose Bay: Access Columbia River waterways at Bayport RV Park and Campground, located 20 miles south of Woodland. "Located right next to a public boat ramp and Next Adventure where you can rent boats... or bring your own for kayaking on Scappoose Bay," notes a visitor.
Walking riverfront trails: Take advantage of the pedestrian paths along the Columbia River at several campgrounds. "Beautiful walking paths line the water," according to one camper at Bayport RV Park, making morning or evening strolls convenient.
Day trips to Mount St. Helens: Use Woodland as a base camp for exploring volcanic landscapes 40 miles northeast. "We stayed here with plans to do lots of hiking in the mount st helen area. This is a great spot to drop your RV and head up to the mountain," shares a camper at Cougar RV Park and Campground.
What campers like
Clean facilities: Many campgrounds maintain well-kept amenities. At Portland Fairview RV Park, "the bathrooms and showers are clean," according to a recent visitor, while another noted it's "nice, clean park. Very large and busy but has nice amenities."
River views: Waterfront settings provide scenic backdrops at multiple locations. "The campground is right on the Columbia river and this morning a giant cruise ship went by so it's a cool spot," reports a camper at Columbia Riverfront RV Park, which features direct river access.
Forested settings: Tree cover offers privacy and shade at several parks. A visitor to Big Fir Campground & RV Park appreciates that "spaces are close together but because of the mature Forrest you couldn't see your neighbors! It was beautiful."
What you should know
Train noise: Railway lines cause occasional disturbances at several parks. One camper noted, "The train next to the park is regular so be prepared for consistent train noise."
Seasonal demand: Summer months require advance planning. A visitor at Cougar RV Park recommends, "We ended up with a great site towards the back and on the side. It was quiet and peaceful. Although we enjoyed our stay, if the place was full, I can see it being a very different experience."
Varying shower facilities: Shower setups differ across campgrounds. "Showers were really really nice, super hot, good pressure, clean, free. Staff was nice as well," reports one camper at Columbia River RV Park, while others noted coin-operated systems elsewhere.
Tips for camping with families
Playground access: Some parks offer recreation areas for children. At Cougar RV Park, families mention the "cabins looked fun" and appreciate being only "a 5-minute walk to a general store, gas station and restaurant."
Pool facilities: Seasonal swimming options exist at select locations. "Kids especially loved the pools and playground," notes a visitor to Jantzen Beach RV Park, which features multiple swimming areas.
Shopping proximity: Convenient store access simplifies family camping. "It's close to home, so we will definitely be back," shares a Columbia Riverfront RV Park camper, while another appreciated being "conveniently located close to Portland and stores."
Tips from RVers
Site selection strategies: Choose locations based on privacy needs. "We unfortunately didn't get a pull-through site even though quite a few were available," notes one RVer about Columbia River RV Park, suggesting specific site requests during booking.
Water pressure considerations: System capacity varies between parks. "Water pressure is the lowest we've ever experienced. Not sure what's going on but all of the folks we've talked to are experiencing the same," reports a camper at Jantzen Beach RV Park.
Dump station fees: Factor additional costs into planning. At Bayport RV Park, a camper notes "sewer dump station costs $15 per use," while some parks include this service with overnight fees.
