Still Creek
Still Creek Campground lies in the shadows of majestic Mt. Hood, in Oregon's Mt. Hood National Forest. It is one of the closest campgrounds to the mountain, and offers access to a variety of recreational opportunities. The surrounding area contains hiking, mountain biking and horseback riding trails, as well as numerous mountain lakes, rivers and creeks.
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Site mix
| Tent-only | 17 |
| Standard, no hookups | 9 |
| Host/management | 1 |
Site guide
Will my RV fit
The longest site here provides 30 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter.
26 sites. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Type | Entry | Fits, ft | Surface | Shade | Waterfront | People / vehicles | Fires |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 001 | Standard | Back-in | 30 | Paved | Full | 6 / 2 | Yes | |
| 002 | Standard | Back-in | 30 | Paved | Full | Riverfront | 6 / 2 | Yes |
| 003 | Standard | Back-in | 30 | Paved | Full | 6 / 2 | Yes | |
| 004 | Tent only | Back-in | Gravel | Full | 6 / 1 | Yes | ||
| 005 | Tent only | Back-in | Gravel | Full | 6 / 1 | Yes | ||
| 006 | Tent only | Back-in | Gravel | Partial | 6 / 2 | Yes | ||
| 007 | Tent only | Back-in | Gravel | Partial | 6 / 2 | Yes | ||
| 008 | Tent only | Back-in | Gravel | Full | 6 / 1 | Yes | ||
| 009 | Tent only | Back-in | Gravel | Partial | 6 / 2 | Yes | ||
| 010 | Tent only | Back-in | Gravel | Partial | 6 / 2 | Yes |
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
| Hookups | None |
| Max vehicle length | 30 ft |
| Equipment | RVs & trailers, Tents |
| Pets | Allowed |
| Tent pads | Yes |
The campground offers more than two dozen single-family sites for tent and RV camping. Utility hookups are not provided and parking surfaces are an assortment of dirt, gravel and paved. Water disposal sites are scattered throughout the campground. Sites are equipped with tables and campfire rings with grills. Accessible vault toilets and drinking water are provided. Firewood is available for purchase at or near the campground.
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
Weather by month
Getting there
From Portland, travel east on Highway 26 to Government Camp. Continue 1 mile east of Government Camp. The campground is on the south side of the highway.
| Coordinates | 45.3004° N, 121.7352° W · Directions ↗ |
Fire nearby
- WildfireGrasshopper
11 mi from the campground · 93,972 acres · 98% contained
- PrescribedStone Ck/Clackamas Guard Station Rx - West
14 mi from the campground
- WildfireThe Narrows
20 mi from the campground · 305 acres · 98% contained
- PrescribedTimber Lake/Ripplebrook Admin Rx - West
21 mi from the campground
Distance is to the reported incident point, not the fire edge. Call the managing office before you drive.
Supplies & services
| Outdoor gear | Valians Sports ↗ | 1 mi |
| Dump station | Stevenson Trailer Sewage Dump Station ↗ | 28.2 mi |
| RV sales & service | Adventure Trading RV ↗ | 40.9 mi |
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Video
(4K UHD) REVIEWING EACH CAMPSITE @ Camp Creek Campground | Still Creek Trailhead | Mount H
Worth a stop
A fork on Forest Road 1825 that accesses the campground will lead to the trailhead for spectacular Ramona Falls on the Sandy River. The 7.1-mile, moderately difficult trail leads to cascading waterfalls and is one of the most popular hikes in the Mt. Hood National Forest. Timberline Lodge, a National Historic Landmark on Mt. Hood, is located within seven miles of Still Creek Campground. Sightseeing and a variety of recreational opportunities are available. The area is a popular snow sports playground for most of the year.
- 2 miMirror Lake Trailhead ↗Trailhead
- 4 miParadise Park Trailhead ↗Trailhead
Trails nearby
- 0.2 miWhite Away0.9 mi trail
- 0.3 miWest Leg Nordic ↗5.1 mi trail
- 0.4 miHemlock Nordic0.7 mi trail
- 0.4 miBarlow0.7 mi trail
- 0.4 miBarlow Nordic0.7 mi trail
- 0.4 miTrillium-Barlow Nordic0.7 mi trail
Trailheads within three miles
- 1.1 miTrillium Sno-Park & Trailhead ↗Mt. Hood National Forest
- 2 miMirror Lake Trailhead ↗Mt. Hood National Forest
- 2.2 miPioneer Woman's Grave Trailhead ↗Mt. Hood National Forest
- 2.4 miGlacier View Sno-Park/Trailhead ↗Mt. Hood National Forest
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
This campground sits inside Mount Hood Wilderness, which overlaps Mt. Hood National Forest.
- inMount Hood Wilderness ↗Wilderness · Forest Service · 64,742 acres
- inMt. Hood National Forest ↗National Forest · Forest Service · 1,060,160 acres
- 4.8 miSalmon-Huckleberry Wilderness ↗Wilderness · Forest Service · 62,139 acres
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.
Other campgrounds nearby
Cabin and lookout rentals nearby
On the National Register nearby
- Silcox HutBuilding · Timberline Lodge · 3.3 mi
- Upper Sandy Guard Station CabinBuilding · Government Camp · 5.9 mi
- Cloud Cap InnBuilding · Mt. Hood · 8.1 mi
Natural features
The campground sits on the banks of Still Creek just south Mt. Hood at an elevation of about 3,700 feet. It is surrounded by a lush forest of mixed conifers, including cedar, pine and fir trees. A dense understory of shrubs makes for ample privacy between sites. The creek can be heard throughout the campground.
Recreation
A variety of hiking, mountain biking and horseback riding trails can be accessed from the campground, including the historic Barlow Trail. The somewhat primitive, 1-mile trail connects the campground with the town of Government Camp. Fly-fishing is a popular activity on Still Creek. Anglers can expect a variety of trout and occasional whitefish and salmon.
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Reference
Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Still Creek?
Sites at Still Creek are reservable on Recreation.gov. Any walk-up sites are listed on the booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Still Creek?
Check-in 2:00 PM, checkout 12:00 PM.
Source: Recreation.gov
How many sites does Still Creek have?
27 sites, including 17 tent-only sites and 9 standard sites without power.
Source: Recreation.gov
Will my RV fit at Still Creek?
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 pets allowed at Still Creek?
Yes, pets are allowed at Still Creek. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Is there cell service at Still Creek?
FCC coverage maps show Verizon 4G LTE and AT&T 4G LTE at the campground point. Terrain changes that from one site to the next.
Source: FCC Broadband Map
What is there to do at Still Creek?
A variety of hiking, mountain biking and horseback riding trails can be accessed from the campground, including the historic Barlow Trail. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What if Still Creek is full?
The nearest public campgrounds are Alpine Campground (2 mi, first-come), Trillium (2.1 mi, partly first-come), and Frog Lake (5.6 mi).
Source: Campgrounds nearby