Campgrounds Available This Weekend Near Welches, OR
Nestled in the stunning Mount Hood National Forest, Welches, OR, offers a diverse array of camping options that cater to all types of outdoor enthusiasts. For RV campers, the nearby Mt. Hood Village RV Resort provides full-hookup sites with scenic views of the surrounding forests, along with amenities like a pool, hot tubs, and easy access to hiking trails. Adventurous souls can opt for tent camping at Zigzag Mountain Campground, which features primitive sites along the Zigzag River, perfect for soaking in the tranquility of nature under the towering pines. For those seeking a wilder experience, dispersed camping along the many forest roads offers solitude and stunning vistas, with easy access to pristine wilderness areas. The lush geography of the region includes everything from lush old-growth forests to breathtaking mountain vistas, with the iconic Mount Hood serving as a majestic backdrop. Whether you prefer the comforts of an RV, the simplicity of tent camping, or the rugged charm of dispersed sites, Welches, OR, provides the perfect base for your next outdoor adventure.
Riley Horse Campground is located in the Zigzag Ranger District, Mt. Hood National Forest (51 min east of Gresham, OR) with an elevation of 2,075 feet. There are a total of 14 campsites. The campground is normally open from mid May to mid September. Max equipment length is 50 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Each site includes a picnic table and fire ring. Prices start at $18.55 per night. Some amenities include drinking water, restroom. Activities include horseback riding, hiking trails.
Joe Graham Horse Campground is located in the Clackamas River Ranger District, Mt. Hood National Forest (1 hr 18 min southeast of Gresham, OR) with an elevation of 3,361 feet. There are a total of 13 campsites. The campground is normally open from the end of May to the beginning of September. Max equipment length is 40 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Prices start at $25.00 per night. Some amenities include swimming. Activities include boating, fishing, hiking trails, floating sports.
Oak Fork Campground is located in the Zigzag Ranger District, Mt. Hood National Forest (1 hr 23 min southeast of Gresham, OR) with an elevation of 3,269 feet. There are a total of 49 campsites including 6 cabins. The campground is normally open from the end of May to mid September. 39 sites can accommodate RVs between 25 and 60 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Fees range from $22.00 to $80.00. Some amenities include boat ramp, swimming, amphitheater. Activities include biking, boating, fishing, horseback riding, hiking trails, floating sports.
Trillium Campground is located in the Zigzag Ranger District, Mt. Hood National Forest (59 min east of Gresham, OR) with an elevation of 3,614 feet. There are a total of 56 campsites including 14 tent-only sites. The campground is normally open from the end of May to mid October. 42 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 18 and 95 feet. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Each site includes a picnic table and fire ring with grill. Fees range from $26.00 to $52.00. Some amenities include drinking water, boat ramp, restroom, trash dumpster. Activities include biking, boating, fishing, hiking trails, floating sports.
Clear Lake Campground is located in the Hood River Ranger District, Mt. Hood National Forest (1 hr 5 min southeast of Gresham, OR) with an elevation of 3,592 feet. There are a total of 27 campsites including 12 tent-only sites. The campground is normally open from the end of May to mid September. 15 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 20 and 34 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Each site includes a picnic table and fire ring with grill. Prices start at $26.00 per night. Some amenities include drinking water, boat ramp, restroom. Activities include boating, fishing, floating sports.
Clackamas Lake Campground is located in the Clackamas River Ranger District, Mt. Hood National Forest (1 hr 21 min southeast of Gresham, OR) with an elevation of 3,358 feet. There are a total of 44 campsites including 25 tent-only sites. The campground is normally open from the end of May to the beginning of September. 19 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 30 and 120 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Prices start at $25.00 per night. Some amenities include swimming. Activities include boating, fishing, hiking trails, floating sports.
Riverside (Estacada) Campground is located in the Clackamas River Ranger District, Mt. Hood National Forest (1 hr 5 min southeast of Gresham, OR) with an elevation of 1,653 feet. There are a total of 15 campsites including 13 tent-only sites. The campground is normally open from the end of May to mid September. 2 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 24 and 38 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Prices start at $19.50 per night. Activities include biking, fishing, hiking trails, floating sports.
Kinnikinnick Campground is located in the Hood River Ranger District, Mt. Hood National Forest (1 hr 29 min east of Gresham, OR) with an elevation of 2,998 feet. There are a total of 26 campsites including 19 tent-only sites. The campground is normally open from mid May to mid September. 6 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 16 and 26 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Fees range from $22.00 to $28.48. Activities include biking, fishing.
Nottingham Campground is located in the Hood River Ranger District, Mt. Hood National Forest (1 hr 9 min east of Gresham, OR) with an elevation of 3,337 feet. There are a total of 19 campsites including 5 tent-only sites. The campground is normally open from the beginning of May to mid September. 14 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 16 and 55 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Each site includes a picnic table and fire ring. Prices start at $28.48 per night. Activities include biking.
Little Crater Lake Campground is located in the Zigzag Ranger District, Mt. Hood National Forest (1 hr 17 min southeast of Gresham, OR) with an elevation of 3,251 feet. There are a total of 15 campsites including 7 tent-only sites. The campground is normally open from the end of May to mid September. 8 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 20 and 26 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Each site includes a picnic table and fire ring. Prices start at $25.00 per night. Some amenities include drinking water, restroom. Activities include hiking trails.
Sherwood Campground is located in the Hood River Ranger District, Mt. Hood National Forest (1 hr 11 min east of Gresham, OR) with an elevation of 3,090 feet. There are a total of 14 campsites including 11 tent-only sites. The campground is normally open from mid May to mid September. 3 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 15 and 35 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Each site includes a picnic table and fire ring. Prices start at $28.48 per night.
Ainsworth Campground is part of Ainsworth State Park in Oregon (32 min east of Gresham, OR) with an elevation of 100 feet. There are a total of 39 campsites including 6 tent-only sites. The campground is normally open from the beginning of March to the end of October. 33 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 31 and 83 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Each site includes a picnic table and fire ring. 33 sites have full hookups (electric, water and sewer). Fees range from $17.00 to $26.00. Some amenities include shower, dump station, playground, restroom, firewood, flush toilets. Activities include hiking trails.
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