Frog Lake Campground

Oregon's Best Camping

Frog Lake, Mt. Hood National Forest,  Oregon
Frog Lake, Mt. Hood National Forest,  Oregon

Frog Lake Campground

Mt. Hood National Forest


Frog Lake Campground

Frog Lake Campground is found on the north end of pretty little Frog Lake in the Mt. Hood National Forest. The campground is off Highway 26, 8 miles south of Government Camp. Good hiking trails are found nearby. Only non-motorized boats are allowed on the lake. A ramp is nearby. Several area lakes are worthy of day trips, such as Trillium Lake and Clear Lake.

Frog Lake Campground has 23 campsites for RVs, trailers, and tents. Another 9 campsites are for tents only. Most sites can be reserved ahead of arrival, but several are kept aside as first-come, first-served sites. Nearly all the campsites have good shade.

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Frog Lake Campground Basics
Frog Lake Campground Location: Off Highway 26, 8 miles south of Government Camp
Elevation: 3,800 feet
Nearby Gateway Cities: Portland - 64 miles
Salem - 99 miles
Number of Sites: 32
Open - Closed: Open mid-May through late 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
Hood River Ranger District: (541) 352-6002

Frog Lake Campground Reservations
Reservations Available Reservations are available from 2 days up to 6 months in advance of arrival date.
Maximum RV/trailer length: 22 feet
Wheelchair accessible sites: None designated, but restrooms are accessible
Fees: Single Campsites - $26 per night
($2 more on holidays and holiday weekends)
(Plus $9 reservation fee)
Campground Map: Frog Lake Campground Map
Campground Reservations: Frog Lake Campground Reservations
Check-in, check-out: Check-in: 2:00 PM, check-out: Noon

Frog Lake Campground Amenities
Campsites: Picnic table, campfire ring with grill; no hook-ups
Campground: Vault toilets, piped water
Showers: No
Dump station: No
Attractions near Frog Lake Campground:
  • Fish and swim in Frog Lake.
  • Launch non-motorized boats into the lake.
  • Hike up the trail to Frog Lake Buttes or out to Twin Lakes.
  • Mountain bike on local forest roads.




Frog Lake Campground, Mount Hood National Forest, Oregon

Frog Lake 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.


Frog Lake Campground, Mount Hood National Forest, Oregon

Frog Lake Campground

Mt. Hood National Forest
Attractions and Activities

  • 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.
  • Visit Wildwood Recreation Site in Welches. At the Wildwood Recreation Site discover the Cascade Streamwatch Trail with an underwater fish viewing chamber.
  • Visit Mt. Hood Meadows Ski Area for summer fun such as scenic chair lift rides, music, events, and hiking.
  • 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.

Key Frog Lake Campground Regulations

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

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