Oxbow Regional Park Campground

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Oxbow Regional Park, Sandy River, Oregon
Oxbow Regional Park, Sandy River, Oregon

Oxbow Regional Park Campground

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Oxbow Regional Park Campground

Oxbow Regional Park is along the Sandy River a few miles from the Columbia River Gorge east of Portland. The park is operated by Metro Regional Parks and Greenspaces. Visitors to the 1,200-acre park enjoy fishing, non-motorized boating, and swimming in the Sandy River. Fifteen miles of hiking trails wind through park. Many come to the park during a spectacle of the salmon run in the fall. The park includes a wonderful playground.

Oxbow Regional Park Campground features 74 campsites for RVs, trailers, and tents. A dozen of the sites are pull-throughs for RVs or trailers only. Oxbow has two group camping areas for nonprofit youth organizations, such as scouts and church groups.

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Oxbow Regional Park Campground Basics
Oxbow Regional Park Campground Location: 3010 SE Oxbow Parkway, Gresham, OR
See the Campground Map below for driving directions to the park.
Elevation: 595 feet
Nearby Gateway Cities: Portland - 24 miles
Salem - 64 miles
Number of Sites: 74
Open - Closed: Open year-round
Campsites 62-74 are closed from November through March.
Max. People per Campsite: 6
Vehicles per single site: 2 vehicles
(fee for 2nd vehicle)
Pets: Pets are not allowed.
Oxbow Regional Park Campground Information: (503) 663-4708

Oxbow Regional Park Campground Reservations
Reservations Available Reservations are available from 1 day up to 9 months in advance of arrival.
Maximum vehicle length: 35 feet
When making your reservation be sure that your vehicle will fit in the space you have selected.
Wheelchair accessible sites: #8, 18, 26, 67
Accessible restrooms
Fees: All campsites- $25 per night
(plus $8 reservation fee)
Campground Map: Oxbow Regional Park Campground Map
Campground Reservations: Oxbow Regional Park Campground Reservations
Check-in, check-out: Check-in: 2:00 PM, check-out: Noon

Oxbow Regional Park Campground Amenities
Campsites: Picnic tables, campfire rings
Campground: Flush toilets, drinking water,
Showers: Yes
Dump station: Yes
Park Map: Oxbow Regional Park Map
Attractions near Oxbow Regional Park Campground:
  • Wade, float, swim, and paddle in the Sandy River when safe.
  • Hike around park trails.
  • Pick up a copy of the Kids' Activity Guide and the Oxbow Field Guide.




Oxbow Regional Park Group Campsites

Oxbow Regional Park Campground includes 2 group camps for nonprofit youth organizations, such as scouts and church groups. Group Camp 1 can accommodate up to 150 people. Visitors can drive to this area. Campfires are permitted in provided fire rings.

Group Camp 2 is a walk-in site for tents only. It can accommodate up to 25 people. Visitors must carry their gear a quarter mile or more to the site. Campfires are not permitted there, but propane stoves are allowed.
Fees: $2.50 per person (minimum of $50 for Camp 1 and $25 for Camp 2)
Reservations are required.

Oxbow Regional  Park Campground,  Oregon

Oxbow Regional Park Playground



Oxbow Regional  Park Campground,  Oregon

Oxbow Regional Park Campground

Oxbow Regional Park Campground Area
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Key Oxbow Regional Park Campground Regulations

  1. Alcoholic beverages and other intoxicants are not allowed in the park.
  2. Quiet Hours extend from 10:00 PM to 7:00 AM.
  3. Campground Gates lock at official sunset and open at 6:30 AM. No re-entry after gates are locked.
  4. Help prevent the spread of invasive pests by obtaining firewood locally. Firewood may not be gathered in the park.
  5. Fires are only permitted in designated fire receptacles. Fires must be extinguished upon departure.
  6. Pets, including dogs, are not allowed in the park.

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