Pine Point Campground

Pine Point Campground is spread among the trees on the western side of 1,500-acre Timothy Lake. Pine Point is the premier campground at Timothy Lake, with more lakeside facilities and activities than its neighbors.

Things to Do at Pine Point Campground

Fishing at Timothy Lake for Kokanee, eastern brook trout, and rainbow trout is very good. The lake is also known for its crawdad (crayfish) fishing. Motorized boats are permitted with a 10 MPH speed limit. Non-motorized boats such as kayaks, canoes, and sailboats are often seen on the lake.

Other popular activities include wildlife viewing, berry picking, birding, and photography. Hiking, mountain biking and horseback riding around the lake on the Timothy Lake Trail offer wonderful views of Mount Hood.

Camping Amenities at Pine Point Campground

Pine Point Campground has 20 coveted campsites for RVs, trailers, and tents. Six of those sites are doubles. Another 6 of the sites are pull-throughs. Good shade is found throughout the campground. The campground features easy access to the beach and a boat ramp with trailer parking. Evening programs are held at the amphitheater.

Pine Point Campground also features 6 Group Campsites. Pine Point Campground (counting its group camp) is one of 7 campgrounds around the lake operated jointly by Portland General Electric and the Forest Service.

Notice: "In response to visitor feedback, we have changed select sites to a 2-week reservation window. These appear as "NR - Not Yet Released" until the reservation window opens. Other sites are still on the 6-month reservation window."

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Campground Basics
Pine Point Campground Location:	Forest Road 57 From Highway 26 near Clear Lake, take Oregon Skyline Road to Forest Road 57.
Elevation:	3,230 feet
Nearby Gateway Cities:	Hood River - 60 miles Portland - 79 miles Salem - 114 miles (via Hwy. 26)
Number of Sites:	20
Open - Closed:	Open late May to mid-September
Max. people per site:	Standard campsites - 6
Vehicles per single site:	1 vehicle (fee for additional vehicles)
Pets:	On leash, always attended
PGE Parks Campground Information:	(503) 464-8515

Reservations
Reservations Available	Pine Point Campground reservations are available from 2 days up to 6 months in advance of arrival date for most sites. Some sites are only available for reservations 2 weeks in advance of arrival date.
Maximum vehicle length:	45 feet
Wheelchair accessible sites:	Standard campsites - #7, 11, 12, 18, 22 East Group Site, West Group Site, Accessible restrooms
Fees:	Single campsites - $26 per night Double campsites - $52 $2 more on holidays and holiday weekends (Plus $10 reservation fee)
Campground Map:	Pine Point Campground Map
Campground Reservations:	Pine Point Campground Reservations
Check-in, check-out:	Check-in: 4:00 PM Check-out: Noon

Pine Point Campground Amenities
Campsites:	Picnic table, campfire ring; no hook-ups
Campground:	Vault toilets, piped water, boat launch ramp
Showers:	No
Dump station:	No
Attractions near Pine Point Campground:	Boat and fish in Timothy Lake. A boat launch ramp and trailer parking are in the campground. Hike, mountain bike, or horseback ride on the Timothy Lake Trail which circles the lake, offering 12 miles of fairly level terrain and many nice views. A swimming is available (no lifeguards). Berry picking is plentiful in season. Shop Amazon for Trout Fishing Best Sellers

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Pine Point Group Campsites

Pine Point Campground has 2 large group campsites set apart from the main campground - East Group Camp and West Group Camp. Each group area is composed of 6 single campsites. Each single site within the group area can hold an RV or trailer and 2 tents. Each group area can accommodate up to 36 people and 12 vehicles. There is a 2-night minimum on weekends and 3-night minimum on holiday weekends. The two group areas can be reserved together.
$156 per night for each group area

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Reviews from Previous Campers

- 2020 - 2024 -

Clean restrooms.

Campsites are well-spaced apart.

Wonderful sites available close to the lake.

Can get busy at peak times; great place for families.

Campground hosts were welcoming and helpful.

Boating and Fishing at Timothey Lake

Boating is popular at Timothy Lake both for fishing and for enjoying scenic tours. Motorized boats are limited to 10 MPH. Many visitors launch kayaks, sailboat, canoes, and standup paddleboards. Launch ramps are found at North Arm, Hoodview, Pine Point (main launch ramp), and Oak Fork. ($10 fee).

Fishing at Timothy Lake is mainly focused on rainbow, kokanee, and brook trout. Rainbows are stocked at the lake in spring and early summer. Various lures are successful at Timothy Lake, along with the every-popular PowerBaits. Fishing is especially good from the dam or boats. Fly fisherman like the North Arm.

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Attractions and Activities

Hike, mountain bike, or horseback ride on the Timothy Lake Trail which circles the lake, offering 12 miles of fairly level terrain and many nice views.
Hike on the nearby Pacific Crest Trail.
Fish for trout in Timothy Lake from shore or boat.
Enjoy a picnic at scenic Pine Point Day Use Area on Timothy Lake's west shore.
Make the short trip to Little Crater Lake. A barrier-free 800-foot-long trail leads to a viewing platform.
Visit the nearby Clackamas Lake Historic Ranger District, a Forest Service facility built in the early 1900s.
Rent a boat at the North Fork Reservoir's Get&Go Promontory Marina. They offer pontoon boats, fishing boats, row boats, kayaks, and jet skis.
Fish for rainbow trout in North Fork Reservoir. Children 17 and younger can fish in the park's Small Fry Lake.
Go on a whitewater rafting adventure on the Clackamas River with Blue Sky Rafting.
Head over to the Fish Creek Trailhead for some adventurous hiking.

Key Pine Point Campground Regulations

Generator use is permitted from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM. Due to customer feedback, we ask that campers refrain from using open-frame, construction-style generators, as they create excessive noise and may violate our peace and quiet rules. Generators are PROHIBITED after 8 PM and before 8 AM including to power medical devices or other equipment.
Boats are limited to 10 MPH on the lake.
Quiet Hours extend from 10:00 PM to 6:00 AM.
Prevent the spread of invasive pests by obtaining firewood locally.
Fires are only permitted in designated fire receptacles and must be attended. Fires must be extinguished upon departure.

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