Wildwood Recreation Site
Campground · Oregon · 7 bookable sites ·
Managed by the Bureau of Land Management
Nw Oregon Cascades Field Office (Bureau of Land Management OR) · Open Access
- 7
- Bookable sites
- 15 ft
- Max rig length
- up to 100
- People per site
- 5
- Accessible sites
- 1,230 ft
- Elevation
Overview
Wildwood Recreation Site is open year-round but may close due to vehicle access during severe weather. Check status during severe weather events by calling 503-375-5646.
Park passes are only available for purchase online for printing (Wildwood Recreation Site Day Pass) or onsite at the automated fee machine (AFM), located next to the park’s entrance station. Credit cards only; no cash or checks. Visitors may purchase either a daily or a Northwest Oregon District Passenger Vehicle Day Use annual pass at the AFM. Visitors with an annual pass receipt should bring it to the park office for transfer to a static cling Northwest Oregon District Passenger Vehicle Day Use Pass. Wildwood staff is limited so please be patient and hold onto your paper receipt until able to contact a park employee. Wildwood is open from 8 AM until 1/2 hour before sunset, or 8 PM whichever is closer, 7 days a week. Please stay aware of the closure times posted on roadside signs throughout the park. The gate will close at the posted time so make sure that you exit the park at or before the closing time.
Wildwood Recreation Site is located along the Mount Hood Scenic Byway near the town of Welches, Oregon. Mount Hood, Oregon's tallest mountain, beckons travelers through a forested corridor to wade the waters of the Wild and Scenic Salmon River.
This year round day-use area is home to a wide range of recreation facilities and the Cascade Streamwatch Trail. Visitors have a chance to explore natural stream and wetland ecosystems along accessible interpretive trails and boardwalks and observe native fish in a unique, underwater fish viewing chamber.
Recreation
Hiking and wandering the boardwalks at Wildwood is the best way to experience the park.The Cascade Streamwatch Trail is an accessible, 3/4-mile paved loop that features quality educational displays, picturesque views of the Salmon River and a fish viewing window below stream level.
The Wetlands Trail is an accessible, 3/4-mile loop trail leading to the challenging Boulder Ridge Trail, which is a 4.7-mile hike up the steep slopes of Huckleberry Mountain into the Salmon-Huckleberry Wilderness.
Visitors also enjoy swimming and fishing in the cool, clear waters of the Salmon River.
Facilities
Wildwood is an excellent place for large groups, company picnics or special events. The site offers family picnic units, several group shelters, outdoor picnic kitchens, athletic fields, volleyball and basketball courts and fully accessible trails.Picnic tables, fire rings and grills are available at each site. Flush toilets and drinking water are also provided.
Natural Features
Nestled in a bend of the spectacular Wild and Scenic Salmon River, Wildwood Recreation Site encompasses 550 acres of beautiful land forested with old-growth Douglas fir, western hemlock, and western red cedar. Dense vegetation provides nice privacy between sites.Contact Info
For facility specific information, please call (503) 622-3696.Nearby Attractions
Mount Hood National Forest offers many recreational activities, including hiking, horseback riding, fishing, camping, backpacking, and skiing, among others. Sandy Ridge Mountain Bike Trails.Charges & Cancellations
Standard fees apply and are non-refundable.
Visit https://www.recreation.gov/rules-reservation-policies for more information.
The facts
- 7 bookable sites
- 7 sites for day use only
- 5 accessible sites
- Vehicles up to 15 ft
- Up to 100 people per site
- Loops: Family Picnic Area, Group Picnic Area
Site types
- 5 Group Shelter Electric
- 2 Group Picnic Area
Amenities
- Electric hookups
- Campfires allowed
- Picnic tables
- Grills
- Shade
- Pets allowed
- Water hookups — not available
Not recorded upstream: sewer hookups, fire pits.
7 campsites at Wildwood Recreation Site
Check-in 9:00 AM · Check-out 5:00 PM
| Site | Loop | Type | Entry | Surface | Access | Max rig | People | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SRS-Salmon River Shelter | Family Picnic Area | Group Shelter Electric | — | Paved | Hike In | 15 ft | 60 | 🐾 |
| MTNN-North half of Mountain View Shelter | Group Picnic Area | Group Shelter Electric | — | Paved | Hike In | 15 ft | 100 | ♿ 🐾 |
| MTNS-South half of Mountain View Shelter | Group Picnic Area | Group Shelter Electric | — | Paved | Hike In | 15 ft | 100 | ♿ 🐾 |
| PIOE-East half of Pioneer Shelter | Group Picnic Area | Group Shelter Electric | — | — | Hike In | 15 ft | 100 | ♿ 🐾 |
| PIOW-West half of Pioneer Shelter | Group Picnic Area | Group Shelter Electric | — | Paved | Hike In | 15 ft | 100 | ♿ 🐾 |
| PKE-East Picnic Kitchen | Group Picnic Area | Group Picnic Area | — | — | Hike In | 15 ft | 65 | 🐾 |
| PKW-West Picnic Kitchen | Group Picnic Area | Group Picnic Area | — | Paved | Hike In | 15 ft | 65 | ♿ 🐾 |
Getting there
45.35611, -121.98667 · 45°21'22.0"N 121°59'12.0"W
Typical weather
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| High °F | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Low °F | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Precip in | 16.2 | 12.1 | 13.1 | 10.7 | 7.2 | 5.4 | 1.0 | 1.6 | 4.7 | 10.5 | 15.7 | 17.2 |
1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 6.8 mi away — not measured at the facility itself, and elevation can make a real difference over that distance.
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Fees and stay limits
A daily vehicle fee is not included with shelter reservations. Fees vary from $5 (under 9 people), $10 van (over 10 people) and $20 bus (over 20 people). An electronic fee machine is onsite to accept credit card payments. or you can purchase before you leave your house at Wildwood Recreation Site Day Pass. Alternatively, you may use the BLM Northwest Oregon District Annual Pass, Interagency Passes, and Golden Passes in place of the daily vehicle fee. Display those passes on the dash or hang from the rearview mirror.
From Recreation.gov, which is not always current. The operator's own page is the authority on what you will be charged.
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Common questions about Wildwood Recreation Site
- Can you reserve a site at Wildwood Recreation Site?
- Yes, Wildwood Recreation Site is reservable through Recreation.gov.
- How many campsites does Wildwood Recreation Site have?
- 7 sites.
- What is the maximum RV length at Wildwood Recreation Site?
- 15 ft. That is the longest vehicle the sites here are recorded as taking; individual sites may be shorter.
- Are pets allowed at Wildwood Recreation Site?
- Yes, pets are allowed at Wildwood Recreation Site.
- Does Wildwood Recreation Site have hookups?
- Electric.
- Are campfires allowed at Wildwood Recreation Site?
- Campfires are allowed at Wildwood Recreation Site. Check for a current fire restriction before you go.
Camping near Wildwood Recreation Site
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Contact
- Phone 503-622-3696
- Email BLM_OR_NO_Mail@blm.gov
- Book Recreation.gov
Recreation.gov last updated this record on 2026-03-11.
Facility information and photographs from Recreation.gov (RIDB). SpotOpened is not affiliated with Recreation.gov or any federal agency.
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