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Oregon · Federal campground

Rock Creek Campground (Mt. Hood National Forest, Or)

5 mi west of Wamic, OR · Verizon 4G · AT&T 5G

Federal campgroundtype
Reservablebooking
May–Sepbest months

About Rock Creek Campground (Mt. Hood National Forest, Or)

Rock Creek Campground sits on the shores of scenic Rock Creek Reservoir in the pine-covered mountains of Mt. Hood National Forest. It is a family-friendly campground with many sites right on the water's edge. The campground provides access to a variety of recreational activities, as well as historic sites throughout the forest. The reservoir is a popular spot for fishing, canoeing and boating, however, boats must have electric motors. Anglers can expect a catch of bass and bluegill, and the lake is regularly stocked with rainbow trout. An unmarked trail connects the campground to nearby Sportsman Campground, which offers a network of off-road vehicle trails. A boat ramp, picnic area and hiking trail are available at the adjacent day use area. The campground offers single-family sites for tent and RV camping. RVs over 35 feet are not recommended. Some sites are available on a first-come…

  • Managed by: Mt. Hood National Forest, FS
  • Where: 5 mi west of Wamic, OR · 45.21694, -121.38528

Things to do:

FishingHikingBoating & paddlingSwimmingOff-road (OHV)Wildlife & birdingWinter sportsHistory & culture

Official page for this camp (fees, closures, booking)

Weather by month

40°
26°Jan
44°
27°Feb
51°
30°Mar
57°
34°Apr
66°
41°May
73°
45°Jun
83°
51°Jul
82°
51°Aug
74°
44°Sep
60°
36°Oct
46°
30°Nov
38°
25°Dec

Typical daily highs and lows (°F), 1991–2020 NOAA normals. Best months: May–Sep (comfortable days, mild nights, little rain). Nights below freezing: Nov–Mar.

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Trails near camp

TrailOpen toFrom campLength
Rock Creek 914ATV / OHV, Dirt bike0.7 mi0.3 mi
Rock Creek 916ATV / OHV, Dirt bike1.5 mi4.0 mi
Rock Creek 921ATV / OHV, Dirt bike1.7 mi4.0 mi
Rock Creek 911ATV / OHV, Dirt bike2.0 mi4.2 mi
Rock Creek 919ATV / OHV, Dirt bike2.4 mi2.5 mi

Straight-line distance from camp, from Forest Service, BLM, state and OpenStreetMap trail data.

Good to know

Cell signal

Verizon 4G · AT&T 5G

From the carriers' FCC coverage maps, which tend to be generous.
Night sky: Truly dark

The Milky Way shows rich detail, horizon to horizon.

Class 2 of 9, from NASA/NOAA night-light data.

Stargazing nearby: Antelope (Dark Sky Community), 40 mi.

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