Kinnikinnick Campground

About

Kinnikinnick Campground is a scenic walk-in campground situated on the southern edge of Laurance Lake in the Mount Hood National Forest, just outside Parkdale, Oregon. The campground offers 26 sites split between tent-only (19 sites) and standard nonelectric sites (7 sites), all requiring a short walk from the parking area. The setting provides excellent lake views and frequent wildlife sightings, including bald eagles, surrounded by distinctive rock and hill formations. The campground operates seasonally from mid-May through early October. Amenities include vault toilets, picnic tables, and campfire rings at each site. There is no potable water available, so campers must bring their own supply. A boat ramp at the adjacent day use area provides access to Laurance Lake, which permits all non-motorized watercraft including kayaks, canoes, and paddleboards. Access to the campground requires a high-clearance vehicle. The road to Laurance Lake is very rough, and the Eliot Creek crossing is approximately 12 feet wide and prone to washouts from glacial melt. Trailers are not recommended. The campground accepts reservations through Recreation.gov but also maintains first-come, first-served availability.

Directions

From Parkdale, OR travel south on Clear Creek Road for 2.8 miles. Take a slight right onto Laurance Lake Road/Forest Road 2840 and follow for approximately 4 miles. High-clearance vehicle required.