Can you reserve a site at Riverside (Mt. Hood National Forest, OR)?

Yes, Riverside (Mt. Hood National Forest, OR) is reservable through Recreation.gov.

How many campsites does Riverside (Mt. Hood National Forest, OR) have?

16 sites in total, of which 15 can be booked.

What is the maximum RV length at Riverside (Mt. Hood National Forest, OR)?

24 ft. That is the longest vehicle the sites here are recorded as taking; individual sites may be shorter.

Are pets allowed at Riverside (Mt. Hood National Forest, OR)?

Yes, pets are allowed at Riverside (Mt. Hood National Forest, OR).

Riverside (Mt. Hood National Forest, OR), Oregon — 15 sites, fees and cancellation alerts

Overview

Riverside Campground is a charming and rustic campground, situated alongside the Wild and Scenic Clackamas River in Mt. Hood National Forest. It provides access to a variety of hiking, mountain biking and horseback riding trails and is a great place to experience nature.

Recreation

Fishing is very popular in the Oak Fork and anglers can expect a catch of winter steelhead, spring Chinook and late summer Kokanee salmon, as well as other species of freshwater fish. The Clackamas River also provides miles of wild water as it bends through the scenic Cascade range, making whitewater rafting a popular activity.

The 5-mile Riverside National Recreation Trail, popular for hiking and mountain biking, is located not far from the campground. The surrounding area provides numerous additional opportunities for hiking.

Facilities

The campground offers more than a dozen single-family sites for tent and small conversion van camping. Each site is equipped with a table and campfire ring with grill. Accessible vault toilets and drinking water are provided, but no hookups are available. Parking surfaces are paved and gravel. Sites 1-4 are walk in sites with a common parking area or ideal for hiker/cyclists.

Natural Features

The campground is located in Mt. Hood National Forest along the Oak Grove Fork of the Clackamas River at an elevation of about 1,400 feet. Huge maple and Douglas fir trees cover the area, and dense shrubbery provides some privacy between campsites. The campground is not far from the Ripplebrook Ranger Station and Ripplebrook Pond.

The river provides habitat for the federally protected bald eagle and northern spotted owl, as well as an occasional peregrine falcon. A variety of wildlife makes its home in the area.

Nearby Attractions

Bagby Hot Springs is located about 14 miles southwest of the campground. A popular site for soaking and relaxing, the springs are in a heavily wooded area in the scenic Cascade Range. The available bathhouses are fed by three major hot water springs and several minor outlets in the area. A historic guard station was built there in 1913.

The facts

15 bookable sites
16 sites in total, including non-bookable
Vehicles up to 24 ft
Up to 6 people per site
Loops: AREA RIVERSIDE

Site types

14 Tent Only Nonelectric
1 Management
1 Standard Nonelectric

Amenities

Fire pits
Shade
Pets allowed

Not recorded upstream: electric hookups, water hookups, sewer hookups, campfires allowed, picnic tables, grills.

Book on Recreation.gov

16 campsites at Riverside (Mt. Hood National Forest, OR)

Check-in 2:00 PM · Check-out 12:00 PM

Site	Loop	Type	Entry	Surface	Grade	Access	Water	Max rig	People
001	AREA RIVERSIDE	Tent Only Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	—	Hike In	Riverfront	—	6	🐾
002	AREA RIVERSIDE	Tent Only Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	—	Hike In	Riverfront	—	6	🐾
003	AREA RIVERSIDE	Tent Only Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	—	Hike In	Riverfront	—	6	🐾
004	AREA RIVERSIDE	Tent Only Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	—	Hike In	Riverfront	—	6	🐾
005	AREA RIVERSIDE	Tent Only Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	—	Hike In	Riverfront	—	6	🐾
006	AREA RIVERSIDE	Tent Only Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	—	Drive In	Riverfront	—	6	🐾
007	AREA RIVERSIDE	Tent Only Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	—	Drive In	Riverfront	—	6	🐾
008	AREA RIVERSIDE	Tent Only Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	—	Drive In	—	—	6	🐾
009	AREA RIVERSIDE	Tent Only Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	—	Drive In	Riverfront	—	6	🐾
010	AREA RIVERSIDE	Tent Only Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	—	Drive In	Riverfront	—	6	🐾
011	AREA RIVERSIDE	Tent Only Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	—	Drive In	Riverfront	—	6	🐾
012	AREA RIVERSIDE	Tent Only Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	—	Drive In	—	—	6	🐾
013	AREA RIVERSIDE	Tent Only Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	—	Drive In	Riverfront	—	6	🐾
014	AREA RIVERSIDE	Tent Only Nonelectric	Back In	—	Slight	Drive In	Riverfront	24 ft	6	🐾
015	AREA RIVERSIDE	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	—	Moderate	Drive In	Riverfront	24 ft	6	🐾
016	AREA RIVERSIDE	Management	Back In	Gravel	—	—	—	—	6	🐾

Getting there

From Estacada, travel east on Highway 224 for approximately 26 miles, then keep right onto Highway 46 for approximately 2 miles to the campground.

45.05705, -122.05275 · 45°3'25.4"N 122°3'9.9"W

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Typical weather

Typically 79°F in Aug, down to 41°F in Dec.

	Jan	Feb	Mar	Apr	May	Jun	Jul	Aug	Sep	Oct	Nov	Dec
High °F	41	46	51	57	64	69	78	79	73	59	47	41
Low °F	33	33	35	39	44	49	53	52	48	42	37	33
Precip in	9.3	7.1	8.0	6.2	4.4	3.0	0.6	0.7	2.1	6.2	10.1	11.3

1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 4.6 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 Riverside (Mt. Hood National Forest, OR)

Can you reserve a site at Riverside (Mt. Hood National Forest, OR)?: Yes, Riverside (Mt. Hood National Forest, OR) is reservable through Recreation.gov.
How many campsites does Riverside (Mt. Hood National Forest, OR) have?: 16 sites in total, of which 15 can be booked.
What is the maximum RV length at Riverside (Mt. Hood National Forest, OR)?: 24 ft. That is the longest vehicle the sites here are recorded as taking; individual sites may be shorter.
Are pets allowed at Riverside (Mt. Hood National Forest, OR)?: Yes, pets are allowed at Riverside (Mt. Hood National Forest, OR).

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Contact

Recreation.gov last updated this record on 2026-05-18.

Riverside (Mt. Hood National Forest, OR)