Trillium Lake Campground

Trillium Lake, Mount Hood National Forest, Oregon

Trillium Lake Campground

Mount Hood National Forest

Trillium Lake Campground

Trillium Lake is a popular summer vacation destination. This beautiful half-mile-long lake offers good fishing, non-motorized boating, interesting hiking trails, and great camping. Wonderful views of Mt. Hood are found around the lake. Boat ramps are provided in the campground and adjacent day-use area. An accessible fishing pier is available. Campfire programs are presented on weekends through the summer.

Trillium Lake Campground features 62 spacious campsites. Twenty-one of the sites are for tents only. The other 41 sites can accommodate RVs, trailers, and tents. Five of the campsites are doubles. A good number of campsites are lakefront, while others are tucked back among the trees. Reservations are highly recommended.

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Trillium Lake Campground Basics
Trillium Lake Campground Location:	One mile east of Government Camp on Highway 26, turn right on Trillium Lake Road (Forest Road 2656). Continue less than 2 miles to the campground.
Elevation:	3,600 feet
Nearby Gateway Cities:	Portland - 60 miles Salem - 95 miles
Number of Sites:	62
Open - Closed:	Open mid-May through 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

Trillium Lake Campground Reservations
Reservations Available	Reservations are available from 2 days up to 6 months in advance of arrival date.
Maximum RV/trailer length:	40 feet
Wheelchair accessible sites:	#29, 30, 35, 48, and 57
Fees:	Single Campsites - $26 per night ($2 more on holidays and holiday weekends) (Plus $9 reservation fee)
Campground Map:	Trillium Lake Campground Map
Campground Reservations:	Trillium Lake Campground Reservations
Check-in, check-out:	Check-in: 2:00 PM, check-out: Noon

Trillium 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 Trillium Lake Campground:	Non-motorized boating in the lake is popular. Take advantage of the boat launch ramps. Swim in the lake (at your own risk; no lifeguards). Fish for trout from shore, float tube, or boat. Hike around the lake on the 2-mile Trillium Lake Shoreline Trail. Drive up to Timberline ski area for mountain biking, skiing, boarding, and more. Shop Amazon for Trout Fishing Best Sellers

Trillium Lake Campground

General Camping Information

Opening and closing dates of campgrounds are only estimates, usually dependent on weather conditions. Not all campsites can accommodate trailers or RVs of all lengths. Check carefully on the website when you make your reservation to be sure your vehicle will fit your campsite.

In order to prevent the spread of invasive insects, firewood from outside the area is not permitted.

Accessible Sites

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

Trillium 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.

Wildwood Recreation Site

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 Toll Bridge Park off Highway 35.
Hike to 100-foot Tamanawas Falls. Park at the Tamanawas Falls Trailhead.

Key Trillium Lake Campground Regulations

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

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Trillium Lake Campground

Trillium Lake Campground

Mount Hood National Forest