Cascade Locks Marine Park Campground

Cascade Locks Marine Park Campground is operated by the Port of Cascade Locks along the mighty Columbia River. The town was established during pioneer days and has evolved into a popular tourist destination. Many visitors take the walk across the Bridge of the Gods which spans the Columbia River and serves as a pathway for Pacific Crest Trail hikers. The Historical Museum is open May through September. Stop by and the see the Oregon Pony locomotive which first began its work in 1862. The Columbia Gorge Sternwheeler operates out of Cascade Locks with tours on the river.

Note that there is a 12-foot vehicle clearance to enter the park due to an overhead railroad trestle.

Cascade Locks Marine Park Campground is open year-round, but reservations are only taken for May 15 through September 15. The campground has 16 sites. Of those, 12 have water and power hook-ups, and 4 have no hook-ups. The campground is close to the river near Thunder Island. No fires are permitted in the campground, only clean-burning cook stoves. WiFi is available at all campsites.

From Memorial Day through Labor Day, hikers and cyclists may camp on a designated lawn area for up to 3 nights and have use of restrooms and showers in the main campground.

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Cascade Locks Marine Park Campground Basics
Cascade Locks Marine Park Campground Location:	SW Portage Rd, Cascade Locks, OR
Elevation:	170 feet
Nearby Gateway Cities:	Portland - 43 miles The Dalles - 43 miles Yakima, WA - 142 miles
Number of Sites:	15
Open - Closed:	Open year-round Limited services October - April. No restrooms, showers, or dump station. Water only in sites 2-4
Max. People per single site:	8
Vehicles per single site:	1 vehicle (fee for 2nd vehicle if space allows)
Pets:	On leash, always attended
Cascade Locks Marine Park Campground:	(509) 637-6911

Cascade Locks Marine Park Campground Reservations
Reservations Available	Cascade Locks Marine Park Campground Reservations are available for campsites by phone or in person for camping dates year-round.
Maximum vehicle length:	No length limit (but strict 12' height limit)
Wheelchair accessible sites:	All sites are accessible.
Fees:	Water and electric hook-up sites - $50 per night ($40 - $45 Oct. - April) Tent sites - $40 (off-season $35) Cyclists, hikers - $10 each per night (no reservations) (plus $10 reservation fee)
Marine Park Map:	Cascade Locks Marine Park Map
Campground Reservations:	Marine Park Campground Reservations or (509) 637-6911
Check-in, check-out:	Check-in: 2:00 PM Check-out: 11:00 AM

Cascade Locks Marine Park Campground Amenities
Campsites:	Picnic table, some water and electric hook-ups, some without hook-ups, no fires
Campground:	Flush toilets, piped water, WiFi
Showers:	Yes
Dump station:	Yes
Attractions near Cascade Locks Marine Park Campground:	Walk across the Bridge of the Gods. Explore the Marine Park and visit the Historical Museum. Take a cruise on the Columbia Gorge Sternwheeler. Fish for various salmon species, steelhead, and prehistoric sturgeon fish. Follow the Quilt Block Trail (all about quilting). Stop by various art galleries.

Cascade Locks Marine Park Campground

Reviews from Previous Campers

- 2022 - 2024 -

Wonderful campground, one of Oregon State Parks best.

Quiet campground.

Good showers and bathrooms.

Can get very windy.

Wonderful camp host.

Near railroad track, but few trains at night.

Columbia River Gorge
Attractions and Activities

Cycle along sections of the river using the Historic Columbia River Highway Bike Map
Take the short (0.6 miles) but steep hike up the Buck Creek Trail to a viewpoint overlooking the Columbia River Gorge
Hike up the Eagle Creek Trail past several beautiful waterfalls.
Tour the Bonneville Fish Hatchery and Visitor Center at Bonneville Dam.
Visit Blue Lakes Regional Park in Fairview.
Spend a day at Rooster Rock State Park with 3 miles of river access.
Stop at Bridal Veil Falls State Scenic Viewpoint near milepost 28 on the Historic Columbia River Scenic Highway (Exit 28).
Make the5-minuite walk to spectacular, 611-foot Multnomah Falls. Exit 31, a left-side exit off I-85.
Explore the Port of Cascade Locks.
Pay your 50 cent toll and walk across the Bridge of the Gods where the Pacific Crest Trail crosses the Columbia River.
Enjoy the wonderful town of Hood River with shops and restaurants. Visit the Hood River Waterfront Park.
Stop for a picnic in the shade of the trees at Memaloose State Park

Key Cascade Locks Marine Park Campground Regulations

Campfires are not permitted. Camping stoves are allowed.
Generators may not be operated at any time.
There is a 12-foot vehicle clearance entering the campground under a trestle.
Quiet Hours extend from 10:00 PM to 7:00 AM.

Check for any park or campground updates: Port of Cascade Locks - Campground

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