Wildwood Recreation Site
Salmon Wild and Scenic River — riverside, fishing, hiking
Location: WELCHES, OR, OR
Price: From $60 per night
Price range: $60–$150 per night
Rating: 5 out of 5 (27 reviews)
Season: Year-round
Wildwood Recreation Site is open year-round but may close due to vehicle access during severe weather. Check status during severe weather events by calling 503-375-5646. Park passes are only available for purchase online for printing ( Wildwood Recreation Site Day Pass ) or onsite at the automated fee machine (AFM), located next to the park’s entrance station.
Cell coverage (FCC estimate): strong signal. Actual signal may vary in remote areas. Best carrier: AT&T. Verizon 4G: 100%. AT&T 4G: 100%. T-Mobile 4G: 100%.
Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Flush Toilets, Drinking Water, Fishing
Availability alerts: Set a free cancellation alert at camperwatch.org/campground/wildwood-recreation-site to be notified when sites open up.
Wildwood Recreation Site offers year-round access with a 4.8/5 rating from 368 Google reviews, featuring excellent hiking and fishing opportunities just 39 miles east of Portland on Highway 26. Campers praise it as a quiet, magical setting with well-maintained facilities including a salmon shelter with heat and wood stove.
Wildlife alert: American Black Bear and Mountain Lion present in area; also Douglas Squirrel, Common Raccoon, Short-tailed Weasel, Common Raven, Wilson's Warbler, and Baird's Ratsnake
Insider tips for Wildwood Recreation Site: Book early—this is a popular federal campground Purchase day passes online for printing or use the automated fee machine at entrance (credit cards only, no cash/checks) Check closure status during severe weather by calling 503-375-5646 as site may close due to vehicle access issues
Skip Wildwood Recreation Site if: You need RV hookups—no hookups available at most sites. You require guaranteed year-round access without weather-related closures. You prefer larger campgrounds—only 7 RV sites available and can get crowded on summer weekends.
Best time to visit Wildwood Recreation Site: May-September — Avoids severe weather closures while providing access to hiking, fishing, and outdoor activities during optimal conditions.
Nearby campgrounds: Tollgate (Rhododendron, OR), Riley Horse Campground (Rhododendron, OR), Camp Creek (Government Camp, OR), Lost Creek (Rhododendron, OR).
Cell Phone Coverage at Wildwood Recreation Site
Cell signal at Wildwood Recreation Site (WELCHES, OR): strong overall signal based on FCC broadband data. Best carrier: AT&T.
- Verizon 4G LTE: 100% coverage
- AT&T 4G LTE: 100% coverage · AT&T 5G: 100%
- T-Mobile 4G LTE: 100% coverage
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.
Wildwood Recreation Site is open year-round but may close due to vehicle access during severe weather. Check status during severe weather events by calling 503-375-5646. Park passes are only available for purchase online for printing ( Wildwood Recreation Site Day Pass ) or onsite at the automated fee machine (AFM), located next to the park’s entrance station.
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Insider tips & when to go
CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entryBook early
this is a popular federal campground
Purchase day passes online for printing or use the automated fee machine at entrance (credit cards only, no cash/checks)
Check closure status during severe weather by calling 503-375-5646 as site may close due to vehicle access issues
Avoids severe weather closures while providing access to hiking, fishing, and outdoor activities during optimal conditions
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Wildwood Recreation Site is located 39 miles east of Portland on Highway 26 near Welches, Oregon.
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- Book on recreation.gov exactly 6 months ahead at 10am ET — Salmon Wild and Scenic River fills fast in peak season.
- Check current road conditions at Salmon Wild and Scenic River before arrival — seasonal closures common.
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