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Forest Creek Campground

Closed

Closed for the season. Opens May 22, 2026 and operates through September 7, 2026. First-come-first-served only, no reservations. No potable water available.

Air Quality Alert issued August 29 at 12:13PM PDT by NWS Pendleton OR

12:13 PM — August 30th, 12:00 PM

Oregon Department of Environmental Quality has issued an Air Quality Advisory until noon PDT Monday. For the Smoke Air Quality Advisory, wildfires burning in the region combined with forecasted conditions will cause air quality to reach unhealthy levels. Pollutants in smoke can cause burning eyes, runny nose, aggravate heart and lung diseases, and aggravate other serious health problems. Limit outdoor activities and keep children indoors if it is smoky. Please follow medical advice if you have a heart or lung condition. For additional information...please visit the Web site at http://www.oregon.gov/DEQ

Mount Hood National Forest

Alcohol Prohibitions

This Order describes acts that are prohibited upon lands, roads and trails within the National Forest System administered by the Forest Service Pacific Northwest Region in regards to alcoholic beverages.

Mount Hood National Forest

Aquatic Invasive Species

This Order prohibits 1) possessing, storing, or transporting any aquatic invasive animal species AND 2) prohibits possessing, storing, or transporting any aquatic or riparian invasive plant species - on National Forest System lands in the Pacific Northwest Region as specified in the Order.

About

Forest Creek Campground occupies a historically significant location along the Barlow Road (Forest Road 3530), the wagon route that pioneers used as the final leg of their journey to Oregon's fertile Willamette Valley. While few pioneers camped here overnight, many stopped to water themselves and their livestock at the creek before continuing west. The campground is operated by Alaska Recreational Management under a concessionaire agreement with the Forest Service. Sites are available first-come-first-served only, with no reservations accepted. Due to the primitive nature of the campground, there is no potable water available, so campers must bring their own supply. Vault toilets are provided. Recreation opportunities abound in the surrounding area. To the east, visitors can ride up to Boulder Point for panoramic views, while the White River lies to the west. The area offers day hiking, backpacking, stream fishing, and mountain biking trails.

Directions

From Tygh Valley, OR: Travel west on Forest Road 48 past the forest boundary. Continue on FR 48 for about 10-12 miles to FR 4885. Follow FR 4885 southeast for approximately one mile to the campground.

Amenities

Water No
Fires Allowed
Toilets Yes
Dump Station
Wifi
Pets Allowed
Showers
Electric Hookups
Water Hookups
Sewer Hookups
Camp Store
Price $16

Vehicle

Max RV Length 16ft
Max Trailer Length 16ft
Big Rig Friendly No
Pull Through Sites

Contact

Phone +1 (541) 467-2291

Cell Service

AT&T None
Verizon None
T-Mobile None

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