Riverside (Mt. Hood National Forest, Or)

Mt. Hood National Forest — riverside, fishing, hiking

Location: Estacada, OR, OR

Price: From $26 per night

Rating: 4.2 out of 5 (10 reviews)

Season: May through October

Riverside Campground is a charming and rustic campground, situated alongside the Wild and Scenic Clackamas River in Mt. It provides access to a variety of hiking, mountain biking and horseback riding trails and is a great place to experience nature.Bagby Hot Springs is located about 14 miles southwest of the campground. A popular site for soaking and relaxing, the springs are in a heavily wooded area in the scenic Cascade Range.

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

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Vault Toilets, Drinking Water, Electric Hookups, Fishing

Availability alerts: Set a free cancellation alert at camperwatch.org/campground/riverside-mt-hood-national-forest-or to be notified when sites open up.

Riverside offers excellent tree coverage and direct access to the Wild and Scenic Clackamas River, with campers praising its lush, well-maintained setting and proximity to fishing, hiking, and mountain biking opportunities in Mt. Hood National Forest.

Wildlife alert: Coyotes present in area; also watch for osprey, red-tailed hawks, and garter snakes. Pacific wrens and white-crowned sparrows common.

Insider tips for Riverside (Mt. Hood National Forest, Or): Book early—this is a popular federal campground with only 15 sites Site #6 reportedly has access to a small pond area and best river views Bring a self-contained unit or tent; no hookups available despite amenities listing

Skip Riverside (Mt. Hood National Forest, Or) if: You need RV hookups—none are available despite site types listed. You prefer camping November-April—seasonal closure applies. You want guaranteed reservations—early booking is essential due to high demand.

Best time to visit Riverside (Mt. Hood National Forest, Or): May-October — Official operating season for the campground. Late summer — Kokanee salmon fishing available in late summer months.

Nearby campgrounds: Rainbow (Or) (Estacada, OR), Raab (Estacada, OR), Indian Henry (Estacada, OR), Lake Harriet Campground (Lake Harriet, OR).

Cell Phone Coverage at Riverside (Mt. Hood National Forest, Or)

Cell signal at Riverside (Mt. Hood National Forest, Or) (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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Riverside (Mt. Hood National Forest, Or)

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Estacada, OR, OR★ 4.2 (10 reviews)From $26/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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Riverside Campground is a charming and rustic campground, situated alongside the Wild and Scenic Clackamas River in Mt. It provides access to a variety of hiking, mountain biking and horseback riding trails and is a great place to experience nature.Bagby Hot Springs is located about 14 miles southwest of the campground. A popular site for soaking and relaxing, the springs are in a heavily wooded area in the scenic Cascade Range.

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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 RV24 ft
HookupsNo hookups. Bring self-contained unit or tent camp.
PetsAllowed
Max/site6 people

Amenities

RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verified
Essentials
Fire RingsDrinking Water
Recreation
Picnic TablesElectric Hookups
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—none are available despite site types listed✕ You prefer camping November-April—seasonal closure applies✕ You want guaranteed reservations—early booking is essential due to high demand

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

Book early

this is a popular federal campground with only 15 sites

Site #6 reportedly has access to a small pond area and best river views

Bring a self-contained unit or tent; no hookups available despite amenities listing

Best: May-October

Official operating season for the campground

Best: Late summer

Kokanee salmon fishing available in late summer months

Things to do nearby

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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: Coyotes present in area; also watch for osprey, red-tailed hawks, and garter snakes. Pacific wrens and white-crowned sparrows common.

Location

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Getting there →

From Estacada, travel east on Highway 224 for approximately 26 miles, then keep right onto Highway 46 for approximately 2 miles to the campground.

Campground entrance

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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

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How much does Riverside (Mt. Hood National Forest, Or) cost per night?+
Riverside (Mt. Hood National Forest, Or) costs $26 per night. Hookup options: No hookups. Bring self-contained unit or tent camp.
What season is Riverside (Mt. Hood National Forest, Or) open?+
Riverside (Mt. Hood National Forest, Or) is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Riverside (Mt. Hood National Forest, Or) have hookups?+
No hookups. Bring self-contained unit or tent camp.
What is the maximum RV length at Riverside (Mt. Hood National Forest, Or)?+
Riverside (Mt. Hood National Forest, Or) can accommodate RVs up to 24 feet.
How do I make reservations at Riverside (Mt. Hood National Forest, Or)?+
Riverside (Mt. Hood National Forest, Or) 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 Riverside (Mt. Hood National Forest, Or)?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Riverside (Mt. Hood National Forest, Or) is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Riverside (Mt. Hood National Forest, Or) open, and what are check-in times?+
Riverside (Mt. Hood National Forest, Or) is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.

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$26 /night★ 4.2 (10)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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