Lost Creek
The campground is currently closed for the season. Opens May 22, 2026. Reservations available through Recreation.gov.
Frost Advisory issued October 10 at 10:13AM PDT until October 11 at 9:00AM PDT by NWS Portland OR
* WHAT...Temperatures as low as 33 to 36 degrees will result in frost formation. * WHERE...In Oregon, Clackamas County Cascade Foothills, North Oregon Coast Range, North Oregon Coast Range Lowlands, Outer Southeast Portland Metro, Upper Hood River Valley, Cascade Foothills of Marion and Linn Counties, Lane County Cascade Foothills, and Linn County Lowlands Counties. In Washington, North Clark County Lowlands and South Washington Cascade Foothills Counties. * WHEN...From midnight tonight to 9 AM PDT Sunday. * IMPACTS...Frost could harm sensitive outdoor vegetation. Sensitive outdoor plants may be killed if left uncovered. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Chances for sub-freezing temperatures below 32 degrees are high in Parkdale and Dee (70-90%) tonight into Sunday morning. However, the majority of the Upper Hood River Valley should remain above freezing with lows of 33 to 36 degrees, including in Odell.
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.
Restrictions on Use of Forage and Mulch Products
This Order prohibits unloading, storing, or using any straw, hay, grain, seed, or other forage or mulch products that are not state-certified weed free on the National Forest System lands, roads or trails in any Closure Area as specific in the Order. Some examples of these include hay bales, hay…
About
Lost Creek Campground is one of the most accessible campgrounds in Mount Hood National Forest, designed entirely barrier-free with ADA-accessible campsites, vault toilets, and a paved nature trail that winds through the area. The campground sits at approximately 2,600 feet elevation in the Old Maid Flat area, situated on one of the largest pyroclastic volcanic mudflows from Mt. Hood's "Old Maid" eruption in the 1700s. The campground features 10 standard nonelectric sites, 4 walk-to sites, and 2 yurts, all shaded by towering evergreens with moss-covered ground providing privacy between sites. Each site includes a picnic table and campfire ring with grill. Potable water is available from a hand pump. A 22-foot vehicle length limit applies. Nearby recreation includes the accessible Lost Creek Nature Trail explaining the area's volcanic geology, and the trailhead for spectacular Ramona Falls via a 7.1-mile hike along the Sandy River. Anglers can fish for steelhead year-round, Coho salmon in fall, and Chinook salmon from February through October.
Directions
From Portland, take Highway 26 approximately 30 miles to Zigzag. Turn left onto Lolo Pass Road (County Road 18/Forest Road 18) for 4 miles. Turn right onto Forest Road 1825 for 2.75 miles to the campground.
Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | — |
| Wifi | — |
| Pets Allowed | — |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | — |
| Price | $26 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 40ft |
| Max Trailer Length | 40ft |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (503) 622-3191 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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