Lake Harriet Campground
Mt. Hood National Forest — lakeside, fishing
Location: Lake Harriet, OR, OR
Price: From $28 per night
Rating: 4.5 out of 5 (46 reviews)
Season: May through October
Lake Harriet Campground sits on the eastern shores of crystal clear Lake Harriet. It is located between the Oak Grove Fork of the Clackamas River, which flows into the lake, and the nearby forest highway. It is a great location for camping, fishing and boating.
Cell coverage (FCC estimate): none signal. Actual signal may vary in remote areas.
Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Vault Toilets, Drinking Water, Camp Host, Fishing, Boat Launch, Firewood for Sale
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Lake Harriet Campground sits on the eastern shores of crystal clear Lake Harriet and is a great location for camping, fishing, and boating. Popular activities include fly fishing for rainbow trout, canoeing, and paddleboarding in this scenic setting.
Wildlife alert: American Black Bear present in area. Also watch for American Beaver, North American River Otter, Belted Kingfisher, and Valley Garter Snake.
Insider tips for Lake Harriet Campground: Book early — this is a federal campground with only 8 sites Bring self-contained RV or tent; no hookups available Lake is stocked with rainbow trout annually; fly fishing is popular 10 mph speed limit on lake makes it ideal for kayaking and paddleboarding
Skip Lake Harriet Campground if: You need RV hookups. You visit before May or after October — seasonal operations only. You expect to arrive in late April — snow conditions possible.
Best time to visit Lake Harriet Campground: June-September — Campground operates May through October; April snow conditions reported; peak fishing and boating season.
Nearby campgrounds: Ripplebrook (Estacada, OR), Riverside (Mt. Hood National Forest, Or) (Estacada, OR), Indian Henry (Estacada, OR), Raab (Estacada, OR).
Cell Phone Coverage at Lake Harriet Campground
Cell signal at Lake Harriet Campground (Lake Harriet, 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.
Lake Harriet Campground sits on the eastern shores of crystal clear Lake Harriet. It is located between the Oak Grove Fork of the Clackamas River, which flows into the lake, and the nearby forest highway. It is a great location for camping, fishing and boating.
Verified facts
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Insider tips & when to go
CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entryBook early
this is a federal campground with only 8 sites
Bring self-contained RV or tent; no hookups available
Lake is stocked with rainbow trout annually; fly fishing is popular
10 mph speed limit on lake makes it ideal for kayaking and paddleboarding
Campground operates May through October; April snow conditions reported; peak fishing and boating season
Things to do nearby
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Wildlife nearby
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Getting there →
From Sandy, Oregon, travel east on Highway 26 for approximately 40 miles to Skyline Road/Road 42. Turn right on Skyline Road and continue south for about 9 miles. Turn right on Forest Service Road (FSR) 57 and travel west past all campgrounds along the south shore. Cross the dam and continue about 9.5 miles along FSR 57. Turn right onto FSR 4630. Proceed 0.5 miles to Lake Harriet.
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- 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.
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