Herman Creek Campground
Closed for reconstruction following treatment for laminated root rot. The forest has been replanted with native hardwoods and recreation managers are redesigning the campground. No reopening date has been announced.
Air Quality Alert issued August 9 at 11:22AM PDT by NWS Portland OR
The Oregon Department of Environmental Quality has continued an Air Quality Advisory, which is IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON PDT MONDAY. An Air Quality Advisory for Smoke and Ozone remains in effect. Wildfires burning in the region combined with forecasted conditions will cause air quality to reach unhealthy levels due to smoke and ozone at times through 12PM Monday. 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. More information about air quality can be found at: www.oregon.gov/DEQ
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.
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
Herman Creek Campground is nestled in the Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area, approximately 47 miles east of Portland near Cascade Locks, Oregon. The campground provides access to several popular trails including Herman Creek Trail #406, the Pacific Crest Trail, and Gorge Trail #400. Herman Creek Trail extends 11.2 miles and enters the Mark O. Hatfield Wilderness. This primitive campground offers vault toilets but no potable water, so campers must bring their own water supply. The facility accommodates trailers and RVs with a maximum length of 20 feet. When operational, single sites cost $10 per night with additional vehicles at $5 per night. Interagency Senior/Access passes provide a 50% discount on single sites. The campground is currently closed for reconstruction. The surrounding forest was found to have laminated root rot, a destructive fungal disease affecting conifers. The area has been treated and replanted with native hardwoods, and recreation managers are redesigning the campground. No reopening date has been announced.
Directions
From Portland, OR: Travel east on Interstate 84 to Cascade Locks, exit #44. Drive under the interstate and through town approximately 1.8 miles to the eastbound entrance ramp. At the stop sign, cross the road and drive east 1.6 miles on Forest Lane toward Oxbow Fish Hatchery, then continue to Herman Creek Campground. From Hood River, OR: Travel west on Interstate 84 to Herman Creek exit #47. Drive 0.6 mile west on Forest Lane to Herman Creek Campground.
Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | — |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | — |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | — |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $10 - $15 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 20ft |
| Max Trailer Length | 20ft |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | — |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | Yes |
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