Mcneil Campground
Opens May 22, 2026 for the season. First-come, first-served only with no advance reservations. No potable water available. Seasonal gate closes for winter.
Freeze Watch issued October 29 at 11:14AM PDT until October 31 at 9:00AM PDT by NWS Portland OR
* WHAT...Sub-freezing temperatures of 32 degrees or lower are possible. * WHERE...In Oregon, Clackamas County Cascade Foothills, East Central Willamette Valley, Tualatin Valley, West Central Willamette Valley, and Central Oregon Coast Range Lowlands. In Washington, North Clark County Lowlands. * WHEN...From late Friday night through Saturday morning. * IMPACTS...Frost and freeze conditions could kill crops, other sensitive vegetation and possibly damage unprotected outdoor plumbing. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Frost and freeze headlines are only issued through the growing season of April 1 through October 31. Therefore, frost or freeze headlines will not be issued beginning November 1, even though similar low temperatures are possible. Additionally, frost and freeze headlines will no longer be issued this growing season for the Upper Hood River Valley, southern Willamette Valley, south Washington Cascade Foothills, and north Oregon Coast Range as these locations have already experienced a hard freeze earlier in October.
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
McNeil Campground lies along the Wild and Scenic Sandy River in a unique setting on an old Mount Hood mud flow. The mixed lodgepole pine forest features moss-covered ground, creating a distinctive Pacific Northwest atmosphere. The campground is positioned near several popular hiking destinations, most notably the trail to Ramona Falls. This is a primitive campground with vault toilets but no potable water. Campers must bring their own drinking water. Sites accommodate vehicles up to 22 feet in length. The campground operates on a first-come, first-served basis with no advance reservations available. Access is via Forest Road 18 from Highway 26 near Wemme, then Forest Road 1825 to the campground. A seasonal gate closes the campground for winter months.
Directions
From Sandy, OR, travel southeast on Highway 26 about one mile past Wemme to Forest Road 18. Follow FR 18 northeast across the forest boundary to Forest Road 1825. Follow FR 1825 east to the 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 | $21 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 22ft |
| Max Trailer Length | 22ft |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | — |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (503) 622-3191 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
Useful Links
| USFS McNeil Campground |
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