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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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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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

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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

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Community

#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
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Google Air Quality API — Live AQI at exact campground coordinates
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iNaturalist — Research-grade wildlife within 8km
api.inaturalist.org
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
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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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Nearby Campgrounds

Tollgate

Rhododendron, OR

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Lost Creek

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From $26/night

Still Creek

Government Camp, OR

From $30/night

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