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Camp Creek

Mt. Hood National Forest — riverside, fishing, hiking

Location: Government Camp, OR, OR

Price: From $26 per night

Price range: $26–$52 per night

Rating: 4.4 out of 5 (139 reviews)

Season: May through October

The Camp Creek Campground sits next to a babbling forest creek in the country’s scenic Pacific Northwest region. The campground is not far from the base of the majestic, snow-covered Mt. Hood, Oregon’s highest point and a prominent landmark of the area.

Cell coverage (FCC estimate): none signal. Actual signal may vary in remote areas.

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Vault Toilets, Drinking Water, Dump Station, Fishing

Availability alerts: Set a free cancellation alert at camperwatch.org/campground/camp-creek to be notified when sites open up.

Camp Creek Campground sits next to a babbling forest creek in the scenic Pacific Northwest, near the base of Mt. Hood with surrounding hiking, biking, and horseback riding trails. The campground offers 24 sites with fire rings, picnic tables, vault toilets, drinking water, and a dump station.

Wildlife alert: Mountain lions present in area; also watch for American goshawks, barred owls, and various ground squirrels and chipmunks.

Insider tips for Camp Creek: Book early—this is a federal campground with high demand Bring a self-contained RV or camp in a tent, as there are no hookups available Visit the nearby visitor center and explore the surrounding hiking and mountain biking trails

Skip Camp Creek if: You need RV hookups—this campground is not suitable for RVs requiring connections. You plan to camp outside May through October—seasonal operations only. You want to avoid crowds—book early as this federal campground fills quickly.

Best time to visit Camp Creek: May-October — Campground operates seasonally May through October only.

Nearby campgrounds: Tollgate (Rhododendron, OR), Riley Horse Campground (Rhododendron, OR), Lost Creek (Rhododendron, OR), Still Creek (Government Camp, OR).

Cell Phone Coverage at Camp Creek

Cell signal at Camp Creek (Government Camp, OR): none overall signal based on FCC broadband data.

    Coverage data source: FCC Broadband Data Collection (BDC). Actual signal may vary due to terrain, tree cover, and distance from towers. Camper reports are more reliable than coverage maps in remote areas.

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    Government Camp, OR, OR★ 4.4 (139 reviews)From $26/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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    The Camp Creek Campground sits next to a babbling forest creek in the country’s scenic Pacific Northwest region. The campground is not far from the base of the majestic, snow-covered Mt. Hood, Oregon’s highest point and a prominent landmark of the area.

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    LIVE · weather + fire + AQI + availability + wildlife

    Verified facts

    RIDB / Recreation.gov official database
    Check-in2:00 PM
    Check-out12:00 PM
    SeasonMay through October
    Stay limit14 days
    Max RV30 ft
    HookupsNo hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
    PetsAllowed
    Max/site6 people

    Amenities

    RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verified
    Essentials
    Fire RingsDrinking Water
    Recreation
    Picnic TablesDump Station
    Family & Pets
    Vault ToiletsFishing

    Straight talk

    CamperWatch intel · curated from camper reports

    Known issues, each with the workaround. Read before you book.

    Known issuesFederal campground — book early. No hookups at most sites. Seasonal operations.
    Skip it if:✕ You need RV hookups—this campground is not suitable for RVs requiring connections✕ You plan to camp outside May through October—seasonal operations only✕ You want to avoid crowds—book early as this federal campground fills quickly

    Insider tips & when to go

    CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

    Book early

    this is a federal campground with high demand

    Bring a self-contained RV or camp in a tent, as there are no hookups available

    Visit the nearby visitor center and explore the surrounding hiking and mountain biking trails

    Best: May-October

    Campground operates seasonally May through October only

    Things to do nearby

    RIDB /activities /recareas + intel

    Conditions today

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    at campground coordinates

    Cell signal

    FCC BDC · quarterly dataset
    T-Mobile
    4G · 0%
    Verizon
    4G · 0%
    AT&T
    4G · 0%

    FCC maps are theoretical — camper reports confirm signal.

    Wildlife nearby

    iNaturalist · research-grade · 8 km
    Alert: Mountain lions present in area; also watch for American goshawks, barred owls, and various ground squirrels and chipmunks.

    Location

    Leaflet · OpenStreetMap tiles
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    503-630-5721· Mt. Hood National Forest
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    Getting there →

    From Portland, travel east on Highway 26 for approximately 32 miles. Camp Creek Campground is located on the south side of the highway, about 3 miles past the community of Rhododendron.

    Campground entrance

    Google Maps API

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    #community · posts, photos & Q&A · AI-moderated (Claude Vision)

    Pro tips

    • Book on recreation.gov exactly 6 months ahead at 10am ET — Mt. Hood National Forest fills fast in peak season.
    • Check current road conditions at Mt. Hood National Forest before arrival — seasonal closures common.

    Frequently asked questions

    RIDB facts + intel · FAQPage schema, speakable
    How much does Camp Creek cost per night?+
    Camp Creek costs $26–$52 per night. Hookup options: No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
    What season is Camp Creek open?+
    Camp Creek is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
    Does Camp Creek have hookups?+
    No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
    What is the maximum RV length at Camp Creek?+
    Camp Creek can accommodate RVs up to 30 feet.
    How do I make reservations at Camp Creek?+
    Camp Creek is a federal campground — book 6 months ahead at Recreation.gov. Set a free CamperWatch cancellation alert to be notified the moment a site opens.
    What is the cell service like at Camp Creek?+
    According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Camp Creek is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
    What season is Camp Creek open, and what are check-in times?+
    Camp Creek is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.

    Official resources

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    National Weather Service — Live hourly forecast + active alerts
    api.weather.gov · open-meteo.com
    Google Air Quality API — Live AQI at exact campground coordinates
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    iNaturalist — Research-grade wildlife within 8km
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    Google Pollen API — Today’s tree, grass & weed pollen forecast
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    FCC Broadband Map — Verizon, AT&T, T-Mobile 4G/5G coverage data
    broadbandmap.fcc.gov · quarterly
    Sunrise-Sunset.org — Sunrise, sunset & golden hour for today
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    Google Street View — Campground entrance & access road imagery
    maps.googleapis.com
    RIDB — ADA sites, hookups, toilets, pets, campfire rules, bear boxes, max RV, activities, contact, directions
    ridb.recreation.gov · /facilities /campsites /activities /links /recareas

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    $26 /night★ 4.4 (139)
    SeasonMay through October
    Check-in2:00 PM
    Check-out12:00 PM
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    FAQ
    How much does Camp Creek cost per night?+
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    Nearby Campgrounds

    Tollgate

    Rhododendron, OR

    From $30/night

    Riley Horse Campground

    Rhododendron, OR

    From $26/night

    Lost Creek

    Rhododendron, OR

    From $26/night

    Still Creek

    Government Camp, OR

    From $30/night

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