Paul Dennis Campground
Currently closed for the season due to snow. Opens June 26, 2026. First-come, first-served only. Road access to Olallie Lake is typically snow-limited until June. Note: Culvert repairs on Forest Road 4220 began May 4, 2026.
Air Quality Alert issued August 8 at 7:36PM PDT by NWS Pendleton OR
Oregon Department of Environmental Quality has issued an Air Quality Advisory until further notice. 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 August 5 at 2:33PM PDT by NWS Pendleton OR
Oregon Department of Environmental Quality has issued an Air Quality Advisory until further notice. 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. An Air Quality Advisory for elevated levels of ozone pollution, or smog, is in effect for Hermiston in Umatilla County. Ozone pollution is expected to reach levels that could be unhealthy for sensitive groups, including children, pregnant people, older adults and people with heart or respiratory conditions. DEQ expected the Air Quality Advisory to last until 10 p.m. on Thursday, Aug. 6, 2026. For additional information...please visit the Web site at http://www.oregon.gov/DEQ
Air Quality Alert issued August 3 at 12:05PM PDT by NWS Pendleton OR
Oregon Department of Environmental Quality has issued an Air Quality Advisory until further notice. For the Smoke Air Quality Advisory, wildfires burning in the region combined with forecasted conditions may 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
Paul Dennis Campground occupies a scenic position on the north shore of Olallie Lake, nestled within the Olallie Lake Scenic Area of Mount Hood National Forest. At high elevation, the campground is surrounded by a landscape dotted with numerous small lakes and offers outstanding opportunities for hiking, fishing, and canoeing. The Pacific Crest National Scenic Trail passes through the area, heading south into the Mount Jefferson Wilderness. Numerous other hiking trails wind throughout the lake-filled scenic area. The campground operates on a first-come, first-served basis with no advance reservations. Facilities are primitive with vault toilets but no potable water. Campers must bring their own drinking water and be prepared to pay fees with cash or check. Vehicle length is limited to 16 feet maximum, making this campground unsuitable for larger RVs or trailers. Olallie Lake Resort is located nearby.
Directions
From Estacada, OR: Drive south on Highway 224 for 45 miles. The road becomes Forest Service Road 46. Turn east onto Forest Service Road 4690 and drive 6 miles on pavement, then about 3 miles on gravel to a junction with Forest Road 4220. Turn south and continue 4 miles to Olallie Lake Resort. Turn left at the resort and continue past the resort buildings to Paul Dennis Campground. Roads are closed in winter.
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 | $20 - $30 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 16ft |
| Max Trailer Length | 16ft |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | — |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (503) 630-6861 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
Useful Links
| USFS Paul Dennis Campground Page |
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