Campgrounds Available This Weekend Near Rufus, OR
Nestled along the picturesque Columbia River Gorge, Rufus, OR, offers a variety of camping options that cater to outdoor enthusiasts seeking adventure and tranquility. For RV campers, the nearby Rufus Landing Campground provides essential amenities such as electrical hookups, water access, and breathtaking views of the river, making it an excellent base for exploration. Tent campers can enjoy the serene landscapes at Deschutes River State Recreation Area, where shady spots under towering trees provide a perfect backdrop for both relaxation and recreational activities like hiking and fishing. For those seeking a more remote experience, dispersed camping along the remote roads of the John Day River area allows for a true escape into nature, complete with stunning canyon views and the sounds of wilderness. The region’s unique geography, characterized by dramatic cliffs and flowing rivers, creates a stunning canvas for outdoor activities including hiking, birdwatching, and river rafting. Whether you’re parking your RV, pitching a tent, or setting up in the wild, Rufus has something to offer for every camping enthusiast looking to immerse themselves in the beauty of Oregon’s natural landscape.
Maryhill Campground is part of Maryhill State Park in Washington (1 hr 37 min south of Yakima, WA) with an elevation of 175 feet. There are a total of 72 campsites including 10 tent-only sites. The campground is open all year. 62 sites can accommodate RVs between 24 and 75 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 9 months in advance. Each site includes a picnic table and fire ring with grill. 49 sites have full hookups (electric, water and sewer). 1 site has electric and water hookups. Fees range from $12.00 to $40.00. Some amenities include shower, dump station, boat ramp, restroom, ramada, flush toilets. Activities include boating, fishing, hiking trails, floating sports.
Deschutes River Campground is part of Deschutes River State Recreation Area in Oregon (1 hr 44 min south of Yakima, WA) with an elevation of 382 feet. There are a total of 60 campsites including 24 tent-only sites. The campground is open all year. 32 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 24 and 62 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. 32 sites have electric and water hookups. Fees range from $10.00 to $71.00. Some amenities include shower, drinking water, restroom, firewood, flush toilets. Activities include biking, fishing, horseback riding, hiking trails, floating sports.
Memaloose Campground is part of Memaloose State Park in Oregon (1 hr 4 min east of Gresham, OR) with an elevation of 240 feet. There are a total of 97 campsites including 62 tent-only sites. The campground is normally open from mid March to the end of October. 35 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 40 and 59 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. 34 sites have full hookups (electric, water and sewer). 1 site has electric hookups. 62 sites have water hookups. Fees range from $19.00 to $30.00. Some amenities include shower, dump station, accessible, playground, restroom, firewood, flush toilets. Activities include boating, fishing, floating sports.
Viento Campground is part of Viento State Park in Oregon (48 min east of Gresham, OR) with an elevation of 140 feet. There are a total of 68 campsites including 17 tent-only sites. The campground is normally open from mid March to the end of October. 51 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 24 and 56 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. 51 sites have electric and water hookups. Fees range from $17.00 to $24.00. Some amenities include shower, accessible, swimming, restroom, firewood, flush toilets. Activities include biking, hiking trails.
Rock Creek Campground is located in the Barlow Ranger District, Mt. Hood National Forest (1 hr 29 min east of Gresham, OR) with an elevation of 2,211 feet. There are a total of 32 campsites including 5 tent-only sites. The campground is normally open from mid April to the end of September. 27 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 20 and 40 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 $20.41 per night. Some amenities include drinking water, restroom. Activities include boating, fishing, floating sports.
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.
Wyeth Campground in Hood River County is located 43 min east of Gresham, OR with an elevation of 155 feet. There are a total of 16 campsites including 2 boat sites. The campground is normally open from the beginning of May to the end of September. Sites can accommodate RVs and trailers up to 30 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. Fees range from $20.00 to $30.00. Some amenities include flush toilets. Activities include biking, hiking trails, floating sports.
Lost Lake Resort Campground is located in the Hood River Ranger District, Mt. Hood National Forest (1 hr 42 min east of Gresham, OR) with an elevation of 3,149 feet. There are a total of 84 campsites including 15 tent-only sites. The campground is normally open from the end of April to mid October. 63 sites can accommodate RVs between 20 and 105 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Fees range from $41.70 to $86.45. Some amenities include swimming. Activities include boating, fishing, hiking trails, floating sports.
Eagle Creek Campground in Hood River County is located 41 min east of Gresham, OR with an elevation of 232 feet. There are a total of 17 campsites. The campground is normally open from the beginning of May to the end of September. Sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 20 and 30 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Prices start at $15.00 per night. Some amenities include amphitheater. Activities include biking, fishing, hiking trails, floating sports.
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