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Lockaby

Mt. Hood National Forest — riverside, fishing, hiking

Location: Estacada, OR, OR

Price: From $22.29 per night

Rating: 3.8 out of 5 (5 reviews)

Season: May through October

Campground closed due to the 2020 Riverside Wildfire Lockaby Campground is ideally located next to the Wild and Scenic Clackamas River in the lush, green mountains of northern Oregon. It provides access to some of the area’s greatest whitewater rafting, as well as a famous place to fish. Whether it is relaxation or recreation, there’s something for everyone at the campground.

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

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Vault Toilets, Drinking Water, Electric Hookups, Camp Host, Fishing, Boat Launch

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

Lockaby offers beautiful riverside camping next to the Wild and Scenic Clackamas River with spacious, well-maintained sites. It's ideal for fishing, whitewater rafting, and wildlife viewing in the lush mountains of northern Oregon.

Wildlife alert: Bobcat, Columbian Black-tailed Deer, Douglas's Squirrel, Steller's Jay, Common Merganser, Barred Owl, Hairy Woodpecker, Northwestern Garter Snake, and Northern Alligator Lizard documented in the area.

Insider tips for Lockaby: Book early as this is a federal campground with high demand. River-front sites on one loop offer the best views; highway-side sites experience traffic noise. Avoid site #23, which is too small for large tents; site #24 is much more spacious.

Skip Lockaby if: You need RV hookups—most sites have no hookups; bring a self-contained unit or tent camp.. You prefer to visit outside May-October—seasonal operations only.. You're sensitive to highway noise—one side of the loop borders Highway 224..

Best time to visit Lockaby: May-October — Campground operates seasonally during these months only..

Nearby campgrounds: Armstrong (Estacada, OR), Roaring River (Estacada, OR), Sunstrip (Estacada, OR), Lazy Bend (Estacada, OR).

Cell Phone Coverage at Lockaby

Cell signal at Lockaby (Estacada, 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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    Estacada, OR, OR★ 3.8 (5 reviews)From $22.29/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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    Campground closed due to the 2020 Riverside Wildfire Lockaby Campground is ideally located next to the Wild and Scenic Clackamas River in the lush, green mountains of northern Oregon. It provides access to some of the area’s greatest whitewater rafting, as well as a famous place to fish. Whether it is relaxation or recreation, there’s something for everyone at the campground.

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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 RV26 ft
    HookupsNo hookups. Bring self-contained unit or tent camp.
    PetsAllowed
    Max/site6 people

    Amenities

    RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verified
    Essentials
    Fire RingsDrinking WaterFishing
    Recreation
    Picnic TablesElectric HookupsBoat Launch
    Family & Pets
    Vault ToiletsCamp Host

    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—most sites have no hookups; bring a self-contained unit or tent camp.✕ You prefer to visit outside May-October—seasonal operations only.✕ You're sensitive to highway noise—one side of the loop borders Highway 224.

    Insider tips & when to go

    CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

    Book early as this is a federal campground with high demand.

    River-front sites on one loop offer the best views; highway-side sites experience traffic noise.

    Avoid site #23, which is too small for large tents; site #24 is much more spacious.

    Best: May-October

    Campground operates seasonally during these months 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: Bobcat, Columbian Black-tailed Deer, Douglas's Squirrel, Steller's Jay, Common Merganser, Barred Owl, Hairy Woodpecker, Northwestern Garter Snake, and Northern Alligator Lizard documented in the area.

    Location

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

    From Estacada, take Highway 224 east for 15 miles to the campground.

    Campground entrance

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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 Lockaby cost per night?+
    Lockaby costs $22.29 per night. Hookup options: No hookups. Bring self-contained unit or tent camp.
    What season is Lockaby open?+
    Lockaby is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
    Does Lockaby have hookups?+
    No hookups. Bring self-contained unit or tent camp.
    What is the maximum RV length at Lockaby?+
    Lockaby can accommodate RVs up to 26 feet.
    How do I make reservations at Lockaby?+
    Lockaby 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 Lockaby?+
    According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Lockaby is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
    What season is Lockaby open, and what are check-in times?+
    Lockaby is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.

    Official resources

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    RIDB — ADA sites, hookups, toilets, pets, campfire rules, bear boxes, max RV, activities, contact, directions
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    $22.29 /night★ 3.8 (5)
    SeasonMay through October
    Check-in2:00 PM
    Check-out12:00 PM
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    FAQ
    How much does Lockaby cost per night?+
    What season is Lockaby open?+
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    Nearby Campgrounds

    Armstrong

    Estacada, OR

    From $26/night

    Roaring River

    Estacada, OR

    From $19.5/night

    Sunstrip

    Estacada, OR

    From $22.29/night

    Lazy Bend

    Estacada, OR

    From $22.29/night

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