Horseshoe Lake Campground
Closed indefinitely due to extensive damage from the 2020 Lionshead Fire and subsequent winter storm blowdown. No reopening date has been announced. Fire recovery work continues throughout the Olallie Lake area.
Air Quality Alert issued July 22 at 7:00PM PDT by NWS Pendleton OR
Oregon Department of Environmental Quality has issued an Air Quality Advisory until noon PDT Friday. 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
Air Quality Alert issued July 22 at 12:08PM PDT by NWS Pendleton OR
Oregon Department of Environmental Quality has issued an Air Quality Advisory until 4 PM PDT this afternoon. 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
Air Quality Alert issued July 22 at 9:41AM PDT by NWS Pendleton OR
Oregon Department of Environmental Quality has issued an Air Quality Advisory until 4 PM PDT this afternoon. 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
About
Horseshoe Lake Campground is nestled along the shoreline of Horseshoe Lake in the Olallie Scenic Area of Mount Hood National Forest. The lake is horseshoe-shaped with a small channel connecting to its southern half. Despite being located just off Forest Road 4220, the area's remote nature means few vehicles pass by, providing a peaceful outdoor experience. The campground suffered extensive damage from the 2020 Lionshead Fire that swept through the area, compounded by subsequent winter storm blowdown that toppled burned trees. As a result, the campground has remained closed for years and no reopening date has been announced. When operational, the campground offers fishing in the lake, hiking access to the surrounding scenic area, and non-motorized boating. The area prohibits mechanized vehicles including mountain bikes and game carts due to wilderness regulations. There is no potable water available, so campers must bring their own supply.
Directions
From Estacada, OR: 27 miles southeast on OR Highway 224, 19 miles east on Forest Road 46, 8 miles southeast on FR 4690, and 7 miles south on FR 4220.
Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | — |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | — |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $15 - $20 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 16ft |
| Max Trailer Length | 16ft |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | — |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (971) 333-4100 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | None |
Useful Links
| USFS Horseshoe Lake Campground |
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