Camp Creek Campground

Oregon's Best Camping

Camp Creek, Mt. Hood National Forest,  Oregon
Camp Creek, Mt. Hood National Forest,  Oregon

Camp Creek Campground

Mt. Hood National Forest


Camp Creek Campground

Camp Creek Campground is off Highway 26, five miles southeast of Zigzag in the Mt. Hood National Forest. Visitors to the campground find enjoyable opportunities for mountain biking, horseback riding, and hiking nearby. The popular Pioneer Bridle Trail runs past the campground. Camp Creek Campground makes a comfortable base for exploring the greater Mt. Hood area.

Camp Creek Campground has 25 campsites. Many sites can accommodate RVs, trailers, and tents, including 3 double sites. Some campsites are for tents only. Premium campsites are those closest to Camp Creek. The campsites are located on a bench above Camp Creek. The campground was originally constructed by the Civilian Conservation Corps in 1936. Some features from the era remain, such as several charming stone fireplaces. The campground is close to the highway and some vehicle noise can be heard in the campground.

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Camp Creek Campground Basics
Camp Creek Campground Location: Travel east on Highway 26 past the town of Rhododendron to the campground.
Elevation: 2,200 feet
Nearby Gateway Cities: Portland - 50 miles
Salem - 85 miles
Number of Sites: 25
Open - Closed: Open late-May through mid-September
Max. People per single site: 6
Vehicles per single site: 1 vehicle (fee for additional vehicles)
Pets: On leash, always attended
Operated by Mount Hood Recreation for Mt. Hood National Forest
Zigzag Ranger District: (503) 622-3191

Camp Creek Campground Reservations
Reservations Available Reservations are available from 2 days up to 6 months in advance of arrival date for camping from Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day weekend. At other times campsites are first-come, first-served.
Maximum RV/trailer length: 22 feet
Wheelchair accessible sites: None designated
Fees: Standard Campsites - $23 per night
Premium Campsites - $25
Double Campsites - $50
($2 more on holidays and holiday weekends per campsite)
(Plus $9 reservation fee)
Campground Map: Camp Creek Campground Map
Campground Reservations: Camp Creek Campground Reservations
Check-in, check-out: Check-in: 2:00 PM, check-out: Noon

Camp Creek Campground Amenities
Campsites: Picnic table, campfire ring with grill; no hook-ups
Campground: Vault toilets, piped water
Showers: No
Dump station: No
Attractions near Camp Creek Campground:
  • Mountain bike or hike on the Pioneer Bridle Trail.
  • Stop at the Oregon Trail 1845 Historic Marker in Rhododendron.
  • Hike up to Little Zigzag Falls. Visit Wildwood Recreation Site in Welches.
  • At the Wildwood Recreation Site discover the Cascade Streamwatch Trail with an underwater fish viewing chamber.




Camp Creek Campground, Mount Hood National Forest, Oregon

Camp Creek Campground

General Camping Information

Opening and closing dates for some campgrounds are only estimates, usually dependent on weather conditions. Not all campsites can accommodate trailers or RVs of all lengths.

Accessible Sites

Designated Accessible sites are usually reserved for people with disabilities who have a vehicle displaying an accessible parking placard or license plate.


Camp Creek Campground, Mount Hood National Forest, Oregon

Camp Creek Campground

Mt. Hood National Forest
Attractions and Activities

  • Visit Wildwood Recreation Site in Welches. At the Wildwood Recreation Site discover the Cascade Streamwatch Trail with an underwater fish viewing chamber.
  • Head over to Lost Lake for hiking, boat rentals, and fishing for rainbow trout.
  • From Hood River drive south on Highway 35 for magnificent views of Mt. Hood, nearby peaks, and the wonderful Mt. Hood National Forest.
  • Stop by for a picnic at Tollbridge Park off Highway 35.
  • Hike to 100-foot Tamanawas Falls. Park at the Tamanawas Falls Trailhead.
  • Visit Mt. Hood Meadows Ski Area for summer fun such as scenic chair lift rides, music, events, and hiking.
  • Spend a day or more at beautiful Trillium Lake with boating, swimming, and fishing.
  • Drive up to Timberline, a famous ski resort on the slopes of Mt. Hood. Timberline. Take a look at historic Timberline Lodge (1937). Enjoy the bike park. Play in summer snow. Ride the Magic Mile Chairlift, discover amazing mountain biking trails, and hike on the Pacific Crest Trail.

Key Camp Creek Campground Regulations

  1. Fires are only permitted in designated fire receptacles and must be attended. Fires must be extinguished upon departure.
  2. Pets must be kept on leash and attended at all times.
  3. Quiet Hours extend from 10:00 PM to 6:00 AM.
  4. Prevent the spread of invasive pests by obtaining firewood locally.
  5. Secure food and scented items from bears.

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