Rock Creek Reservoir Campground

Rock Creek Reservoir Campground is on the eastern side of Mt. Hood National Forest. The campground is popular with families who enjoy the lake for boating and fishing. A boat ramp is in the adjacent day use area. Anglers land bass, bluegill, and rainbow trout. Only electric motors are permitted. Canoes, kayaks, and standup paddleboards are often seen on the lake. Swimming is popular, but there are no lifeguards. Wonderful views of Mt. Hood can be found at the day-use area. Nearby forest roads are good mountain biking tracks.

Rock Creek Reservoir Campground has 33 campsites. Of those, 28 can accommodate RVs, trailers, and tents. The other five are for tent camping only. Eight campsites are waterfront. Parking sports are gravel. The campground is nicely shaded by Ponderosa pines.

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Campground Basics
Rock Creek Reservoir Campground Location:	Rock Creek Road. Best to obtain a good map for Forest Service roads in the area.
Elevation:	2,200 feet
Nearby Gateway Cities:	Portland - 90 miles Bend - 113 miles Salem - 124 miles
Number of Sites:	33
Open - Closed:	Open mid-April through early September
Max. People per single site:	6
Vehicles per single site:	1 vehicle (fee for additional vehicles; 2 motorcycles count as 1 vehicle)
Pets:	On leash, always attended
Operated by	Mount Hood Recreation for Mt. Hood National Forest
Barlow Ranger District:	(541) 467-2291

Reservations
Reservations Available	Rock Creek Reservoir Campground reservations are available from 2 days up to 6 months in advance of arrival date.
Maximum RV/trailer length:	35 feet
Wheelchair accessible sites:	None designated, but restrooms are accessible
Fees:	Single Campsites - $26 per night ($2 more on holiday weekends) (Plus $9 reservation fee)
Campground Map:	Rock Creek Reservoir Campground Map
Campground Reservations:	Rock Creek Reservoir Campground Reservations
Check-in, check-out:	Check-in: 2:00 PM Check-out: Noon

Rock Creek Reservoir Campground Amenities
Campsites:	Picnic table, campfire ring with grill; no hook-ups
Campground:	Vault toilets, piped water
Showers:	No
Dump station:	No
Attractions near Rock Creek Reservoir Campground:	Launch your non-motorized boat into the lake. Try fishing for rainbow trout. Head out on mountain bikes on local forest roads. Drive over to Pine Hollow Lakeside Resort in Wamic. Shop Amazon for Trout Fishing Best Sellers
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General Camping Information

Opening and closing dates of campgrounds are only estimates, usually dependent on weather conditions. Not all campsites can accommodate trailers or RVs of all lengths. Check carefully on the website when you make your reservation to be sure your vehicle will fit your campsite.

In order to prevent the spread of invasive insects, firewood from outside the area is not permitted.

Accessible Sites

Designated Accessible sites are reserved for people with disabilities who have a vehicle displaying an accessible parking placard or license plate

Mt. Hood National Forest
Attractions and Activities

For some off-road fun on quads or bikes, head over to Rock Creek OHV
Spend a day or more at beautiful Trillium Lake with boating, swimming, and fishing.
Drive up to Timberline, a famous ski resort on the slopes of Mt. Hood. Timberline. Take a look at historic Timberline Lodge (1937). Enjoy the bike park. Play in summer snow. Ride the Magic Mile Chairlift, discover amazing mountain biking trails, and hike on the Pacific Crest Trail.

Wildwood Recreation Site

Visit Mt. Hood Meadows Ski Area for summer fun such as scenic chair lift rides, music, events, and hiking.
Head over to Lost Lake for hiking, boat rentals, and fishing for rainbow trout.
From Hood River drive south on Highway 35 for magnificent views of Mt. Hood, nearby peaks, and the wonderful Mt. Hood National Forest.
Stop by for a picnic at Toll Bridge Park off Highway 35.
Hike to 100-foot Tamanawas Falls. Park at the Tamanawas Falls Trailhead.

Key Rock Creek Reservoir Campground Regulations

Gas powered engines are not allowed 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.
Pets must be kept on leash and attended at all times.
Secure food and scented items from bears.

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Rock Creek Reservoir Campground

Boating, Fishing, & Mt. Hood Views

Rock Creek Reservoir Campground

Boating, Fishing, & Mt. Hood Views