Joe Graham Horse Campground
Campground · Oregon · 13 bookable sites ·
Managed by the USDA Forest Service
Mt. Hood National Forest (NF) · Open Access
- 13
- Bookable sites
- 40 ft
- Max rig length
- up to 6
- People per site
- 3,359 ft
- Elevation
Overview
Joe Graham Horse Campground is a beautiful equestrian camp with views of majestic Mt. Hood and its surrounding forest. It provides access to a variety of hiking, mountain biking and horseback riding trails, as well as scenic historic sites.Recreation
Clackamas Lake is a great place for fishing, swimming and non-motorized boating. Anglers can expect a catch of cutthroat, brook, rainbow and German brown trout. Nearby Timothy Lake provides opportunities for picnicking as well as water-related recreation, including the use of power boats.The Clackamas Lake Ranger Station Historic District is less than a mile from the campground. The structures and cabins were built to house forest service workers in the early 1900s. Rustic architecture and the historic nature of the buildings and the surrounding area draws thousands of visitors each year. It is a must-see while staying at the campground.
Hiking, mountain biking and horseback riding are popular activities. The 1-mile Joe Graham Trail begins in the campground and connects to the Pacific Crest Trail, which extends more than 2,650 miles through California, Oregon and Washington as it stretches from Mexico to Canada. Trails to scenic Little Crater Lake and the Mt. Jefferson Wilderness are also nearby.
Facilities
The campground offers single-family equestrian campsites. Most of the sites are equipped with horse corrals, tables and campfire rings with grills. Accessible vault toilets and drinking water are provided. Horse owners are responsible for cleaning up after their horses.The campsites are intended for equestrians with horses only. Clackamas Lake Campground across the meadow is a good alternative site for those without horses.
Natural Features
The campground is located in Mt. Hood National Forest at an elevation of about 3,350 feet. It is near Clackamas Lake and larger Timothy Lake. The campground sits among a forest of tall fir trees near a marshy meadow. A variety of wildlife makes its home in the area.Contact Info
For facility specific information, please call (503) 622-3191.Nearby Attractions
The campground is less than 40 miles from Mt. Hood, where a historic lookout provides scenic views of the snow-capped mountain. Hiking and year-round skiing is available there.The facts
- 13 bookable sites
- 14 sites in total, including non-bookable
- Vehicles up to 40 ft
- Up to 6 people per site
- Loops: AREA JOE GRAHAM
Site types
- 13 Equestrian Nonelectric
- 1 Management
Amenities
- Fire pits
- Shade
- Pets allowed
Not recorded upstream: electric hookups, water hookups, sewer hookups, campfires allowed, picnic tables, grills.
14 campsites at Joe Graham Horse Campground
Check-in 2:00 PM · Check-out 12:00 PM
| Site | Loop | Type | Entry | Surface | Grade | Max rig | People | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 001 | AREA JOE GRAHAM | Equestrian Nonelectric | Back In | — | Moderate | 36 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 002 | AREA JOE GRAHAM | Equestrian Nonelectric | Back In | — | Severe | 36 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 003 | AREA JOE GRAHAM | Equestrian Nonelectric | Back In | — | Severe | 40 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 004 | AREA JOE GRAHAM | Equestrian Nonelectric | Back In | — | Severe | 36 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 005 | AREA JOE GRAHAM | Equestrian Nonelectric | Back In | — | Moderate | 40 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 006 | AREA JOE GRAHAM | Equestrian Nonelectric | Back In | — | Moderate | 40 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 007 | AREA JOE GRAHAM | Equestrian Nonelectric | Back In | — | Moderate | 27 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 008 | AREA JOE GRAHAM | Equestrian Nonelectric | Back In | — | Moderate | 30 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 009 | AREA JOE GRAHAM | Equestrian Nonelectric | Back In | — | Moderate | 20 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 010 | AREA JOE GRAHAM | Equestrian Nonelectric | Back In | — | Moderate | 26 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 011 | AREA JOE GRAHAM | Equestrian Nonelectric | Pull Through | — | Moderate | 26 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 012 | AREA JOE GRAHAM | Equestrian Nonelectric | Back In | — | Slight | 20 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 013 | AREA JOE GRAHAM | Equestrian Nonelectric | Back In | — | Slight | 36 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 014 | AREA JOE GRAHAM | Management | Back In | — | Slight | 36 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
Getting there
From Sandy, travel east on Highway 26 for approximately 40 miles to Skyline Road (Road 42). Turn right onto Skyline Road and travel south for 9 miles to the campground.
45.10128, -121.74755 · 45°6'4.6"N 121°44'51.2"W
Typical weather
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| Precip in | 8.4 | 6.1 | 6.0 | 4.4 | 3.0 | 1.8 | 0.3 | 0.5 | 1.5 | 4.6 | 8.3 | 9.7 |
1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 0.1 mi away — not measured at the facility itself, and elevation can make a real difference over that distance.
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Common questions about Joe Graham Horse Campground
- Can you reserve a site at Joe Graham Horse Campground?
- Yes, Joe Graham Horse Campground is reservable through Recreation.gov.
- How many campsites does Joe Graham Horse Campground have?
- 14 sites in total, of which 13 can be booked.
- What is the maximum RV length at Joe Graham Horse Campground?
- 40 ft. That is the longest vehicle the sites here are recorded as taking; individual sites may be shorter.
- Are pets allowed at Joe Graham Horse Campground?
- Yes, pets are allowed at Joe Graham Horse Campground.
Camping near Joe Graham Horse Campground
- Clackamas Lake Historic Cabin 0.2 mi · Campground · we watch it
- Clackamas Lake 0.4 mi · Campground · we watch it
- Oak Fork Campground (Timothy Lake, OR) 1.5 mi · Campground · we watch it
- Gone Creek Campground (Timothy Lake, OR) 1.6 mi · Campground · we watch it
- Stone Creek Campground (Timothy Lake, OR) 1.9 mi · Campground · we watch it
- Hoodview Campground (Timothy Lake, OR) 2.2 mi · Campground · we watch it
- Pine Point Campground (Timothy Lake, OR) 2.8 mi · Campground · we watch it
- North Arm Campground (Timothy Lake, OR) 3.1 mi · Campground · we watch it
- Little Crater Lake 3.3 mi · Campground · we watch it
- Clear Lake Cabin Lookout 4.1 mi · Campground · we watch it
- Timothy Lake - Cove Day Use Area 2.2 mi · Campground
- Timothy Lake - Meditation Point Campground 2.9 mi · Campground
Contact
- Phone 503-630-5721
- Email jacob@alaskarm.com
- Book Recreation.gov
Recreation.gov last updated this record on 2026-03-11.
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