U.S. Forest Service · Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area · Hood River, OR

Wyeth Campground

Wyeth Campground is just off of Interstate 84 in a forested setting with grassy fields. There are 13 individual sites, three group sites, and a camp host. In the past this site was a Seed Kiln, Guard Station, Church camp, Civilian Conservation Corps camp and Conscientious Objector Camp during World War II.

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Check availability on Recreation.gov ↗
Wyeth Campground Kiosk and Interpretive SignWyeth campground Site #12Wyeth campground Site #2Wyeth campground Site #3
Photos courtesy of USFS · Recreation.gov

Site mix

Standard, no hookups13
Group sites3
Most sites here open on Recreation.gov six months ahead, at 10 a.m. Eastern. Sold out is not final: cancellations come back into the pool, most of them two to three days out. How to catch one

Site guide

Will my RV fit

The longest site here provides 30 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter.

Have the trailer VIN? It carries the trailer length.

16 sites. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.

SiteTypeEntryFits, ftSurfaceShadePeople / vehiclesFiresAccessibleRating
01StandardBack-in24PavedPartial12 / 1YesYesBasic
02StandardBack-in24PavedPartial12 / 1YesYesBasic
03StandardBack-in28PavedPartial12 / 1YesYesBasic
04StandardBack-in20PavedPartial12 / 1YesStandard
05StandardBack-in20PavedPartial12 / 1YesStandard
06StandardBack-in26PavedPartial12 / 1YesYesStandard
07StandardBack-in26PavedPartial12 / 1YesYesStandard
08StandardBack-in20PavedPartial12 / 1YesStandard
09StandardBack-in20PavedPartial12 / 1YesYesStandard
10StandardBack-in30PavedPartial12 / 1YesYesStandard

Per-site records as published by the managing agency on Recreation.gov. Blank cells mean the agency listed nothing for that site. Check-in 2:00 PM, checkout 12:00 PM.

Amenities & rules

HookupsNone
Max vehicle length30 ft
EquipmentRVs & trailers, Tents
PetsAllowed
CampfiresAllowed, subject to restrictions
Tent padsYes
FeesReservations include 1 vehicle or vehicle and trailer combination for individual sites or 2 vehicles or 2 vehicle and trailer combinations for group sites. Extra vehicles are $5/day per vehicle and can be paid on site at the campground fee box.
AccessibilitySites 01, 02, 03, 06 and 9 more are listed accessible

Paved roads, paths and aprons make this site easily accessible to all. The full-time onsite hosts maintain a central flush toilet restroom with hot and cold water. Each site is equipped with picnic tables and fire grills and many sites are fully accessible. There are no RV hookups or dump sites.

Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.

Season & status

StatusClosed for the season. Forest Service sites close for the season; check the official page for the reopening date.
SeasonMay 1 to Sept 30
ForestColumbia River Gorge National Scenic Area
BookingSites are typically booked months in advance, so reserve early to ensure a spot! Visit http://www.recreation.gov up to 6 months in advance and no later than 72 hours ahead of your stay.
Fees$20/Night for single unit and one vehicle. $30/Night for group site. $5/Night for each additional vehicle. Camping fee is NOT valid for parking in the trailhead. A separate recreation pass is needed.
RulesTrailers and RVs 30 ft. max. 14-day stay limit

Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area recreation page ↗

Weather by month

NOAA climate normals →
Weather by month near Wyeth Campground30°40°50°60°70°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanuary: 37.6°F averageFebruary: 40.9°F averageMarch: 45.1°F averageApril: 50.7°F averageMay: 57.3°F averageJune: 62.6°F averageJuly: 68.4°F averageAugust: 69.3°F averageSeptember: 63.7°F averageOctober: 53.9°F averageNovember: 44.6°F averageDecember: 37.8°F averageTemp °F
The line is the average temperature at Cascade Locks, 5 miles from the campground at 142 feet, station USC00351407 in the NOAA monthly climate normals for 1991 to 2020. The shaded span is the published season, May 1 to September 30.

Getting there

From east or west on Oregon Interstate 84, take Wyeth exit #51. Turn west on Herman Creek Road. Wyeth Campground is 1/4 mile west of the interchange. Recommended maximum 30' trailer length.

Nearest townHood River, Oregon
Coordinates45.6903° N, 121.7722° W · Directions ↗

Good to know

  • Please note that the Wyeth Trail #411 is closed indefinitely due to damage sustained during the Eagle Creek fire of 2017.

Fire nearby

  • Prescribed
    Top Of The World Rx

    18 mi from the campground

  • Prescribed
    Tracy Hill Rx

    19 mi from the campground · 28 acres

  • Wildfire
    High Lava

    21 mi from the campground · 2,899 acres · 95% contained

  • Wildfire
    Grasshopper

    33 mi from the campground · 93,972 acres · 98% contained

Distance is to the reported incident point, not the fire edge. Call the managing office before you drive.

Supplies & services

Dump stationStevenson Trailer Sewage Dump Station ↗5.7 mi
Outdoor gearHigh Performance Center ↗25.3 mi
RV sales & serviceLook No Further RV's ↗39.9 mi

Locations © OpenStreetMap contributors. Call ahead; hours change seasonally.

Explore

Video

Video Tour of Wyeth Campground , Oregon (PNCVT)

Worth a stop

Take a hatchery tour 10 miles west at Bonneville Dam, enjoy world-class wind sailing activities 10 miles east in Hood River, tour orchards or see iconic waterfalls in the gorge, all within 45 minutes. Cascade Locks offers Sternwheeler cruises 8 miles west. The Historic Columbia River Highway bike path now runs directly adjacent to the campground and heads east anwestd for a relaxing hike or bike ride to Vieno State Park. See waterfalls along the way!

  • 0.2 mi
    Wyeth
    4.4 mi trail
  • 1.4 mi
    Deadwood
    0.6 mi trail
  • 1.4 mi
    Ridge Cut-Off
    0.6 mi trail
  • 1.7 mi
    Ouroboros
    1 mi trail
  • 1.7 mi
    Peregrination
    1.9 mi trail
  • 1.9 mi
    Gorge ↗
    28.3 mi trail

Trail and trailhead records are the Forest Service's. Distances are straight-line to the nearer trail end. Trail conditions are not tracked here.

Public land it sits in

On Wilderness Atlas →

Mark O. Hatfield Wilderness begins about 1.6 miles away, and it is the closest of these.

Each unit is published as a centre point and an acreage rather than a boundary, so this section stands it in for a circle of the same area. Whether a campground is inside, and how far it is from one it is outside, are both approximate.

Natural features

Set at the base of classic Gorge cliffs, this historic site features easy access to trails, waterfalls, a bike path and a creek. The Mark O. Hatfield Wilderness and solitude is a short hike from the campground. Osprey and bald eagles reside locally.

Recreation

The Wyeth trail and the Gorge 400 trail access wilderness, waterfalls, the Pacific Crest Trail and dispersed camping opportunities. Fishing, sea kayaking, kiteboarding and windsurfing are nearby on the Columbia River while road biking is available on the Historic Columbia River Highway bike path adjacent to the campground.

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Reference

Questions people ask

Do I need a reservation at Wyeth Campground?

Sites at Wyeth Campground are reservable on Recreation.gov. Sites are typically booked months in advance, so reserve early to ensure a spot! Any walk-up sites are listed on the booking page.

Source: Recreation.gov

How much does it cost to camp at Wyeth Campground?

Reservations include 1 vehicle or vehicle and trailer combination for individual sites or 2 vehicles or 2 vehicle and trailer combinations for group sites. Extra vehicles are $5/day per vehicle and can be paid on site at the campground fee box.

Source: Recreation.gov

What time is check-in at Wyeth Campground?

Check-in 2:00 PM, checkout 12:00 PM.

Source: Recreation.gov

Is Wyeth Campground open right now?

Closed for the season as of Oct 16, 2026. Season May 1 to Sept 30.

Source: Forest Service status

How many sites does Wyeth Campground have?

16 sites, including 13 standard sites without power and 3 group sites.

Source: Recreation.gov

Will my RV fit at Wyeth Campground?

The longest site here provides 30 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter. The sidebar tool checks a trailer or motorhome length against every site.

Source: Will my RV fit

Are there showers or a dump station at Wyeth Campground?

The full-time onsite hosts maintain a central flush toilet restroom with hot and cold water.

Source: Recreation.gov

Are pets allowed at Wyeth Campground?

Yes, pets are allowed at Wyeth Campground. Leash rules apply.

Source: Recreation.gov

Can I have a campfire at Wyeth Campground?

Fires are allowed in the provided rings under normal conditions. As of 2026-10-16, there are 4 active fires within 50 miles, so check current restrictions before you light one. Trailers and RVs 30 ft.

Source: Fire nearby

Are there accessible sites at Wyeth Campground?

Sites 01, 02, 03, and 06 are listed accessible on Recreation.gov, 13 sites in all. What that covers (a paved pad, an accessible table, a nearby accessible restroom) is on each site's booking page.

Source: Recreation.gov

What is there to do at Wyeth Campground?

The Wyeth trail and the Gorge 400 trail access wilderness, waterfalls, the Pacific Crest Trail and dispersed camping opportunities. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.

Source: Recreation

What is the nearest town to Wyeth Campground?

Hood River, Oregon. Take a hatchery tour 10 miles west at Bonneville Dam, enjoy world-class wind sailing activities 10 miles east in Hood River, tour orchards or see iconic waterfalls in the gorge, all within 45 minutes.

Source: Getting there