Riverside
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.
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Site mix
| Tent-only | 14 |
| Standard, no hookups | 1 |
| Host/management | 1 |
Site guide
Will my RV fit
The longest site here provides 24 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter.
15 sites. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Type | Entry | Fits, ft | Surface | Shade | Waterfront | People / vehicles | Fires |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 001 | Tent only | Back-in | Gravel | Partial | Riverfront | 6 / 1 | Yes | |
| 002 | Tent only | Back-in | Gravel | Partial | Riverfront | 6 / 1 | Yes | |
| 003 | Tent only | Back-in | Gravel | Partial | Riverfront | 6 / 1 | Yes | |
| 004 | Tent only | Back-in | Gravel | Partial | Riverfront | 6 / 1 | Yes | |
| 005 | Tent only | Back-in | 37 | Gravel | Partial | Riverfront | 6 / 1 | Yes |
| 006 | Tent only | Back-in | 38 | Gravel | Partial | Riverfront | 6 / 2 | Yes |
| 007 | Tent only | Back-in | 29 | Gravel | Partial | Riverfront | 6 / 1 | Yes |
| 008 | Tent only | Back-in | 23 | Gravel | Partial | 6 / 2 | Yes | |
| 009 | Tent only | Back-in | 23 | Gravel | Partial | Riverfront | 6 / 2 | Yes |
| 010 | Tent only | Back-in | Gravel | Partial | Riverfront | 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 | 24 ft |
| Equipment | RVs & trailers, Tents |
| Pets | Allowed |
| Tent pads | Yes |
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.
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
Season & status
| Status | Closed for the season. Forest Service sites close for the season; check the official page for the reopening date. |
| Forest | Mt. Hood National Forest |
| Rules | Vehicles 24 ft. max. |
Weather by month
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.
| Coordinates | 45.0571° N, 122.0528° W · Directions ↗ |
Fire nearby
- PrescribedTimber Lake/Ripplebrook Admin Rx - West
2 mi from the campground
- PrescribedFawn Stew Piles Rx - West
2 mi from the campground
- PrescribedAustin Repair Pile Rx - West
4 mi from the campground
- WildfireAustin
6 mi from the campground · 12,888 acres · 98% contained
Distance is to the reported incident point, not the fire edge. Call the managing office before you drive.
Supplies & services
| Outdoor gear | Mountainology ↗ | 20.1 mi |
| Dump station | Dump station ↗ | 21.8 mi |
| RV sales & service | Adventure Trading RV ↗ | 31.8 mi |
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Trails nearby
- 1 miRiverside3.7 mi trail
- 1.6 miAlder Flat0.8 mi trail
- 3.3 miFish Creek Mountain2.3 mi trail
- 3.8 miClackamas River ↗7.5 mi trail
- 4.1 miRimrock2.3 mi trail
- 4.4 miCripple Creek3.5 mi trail
Trailheads within three miles
- 1.6 miAlder Flat 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 Mt. Hood National Forest.
- inMt. Hood National Forest ↗National Forest · Forest Service · 1,060,160 acres
- 3.4 miRoaring River Wilderness ↗Wilderness · Forest Service · 36,548 acres
- 7.8 miBull of the Woods Wilderness ↗Wilderness · Forest Service · 36,879 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
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On the National Register nearby
- Bagby Guard StationBuilding · Estacada · 10.3 mi
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 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.
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.
Nearby
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.
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Reference
Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Riverside?
Sites at Riverside are reservable on Recreation.gov. Any walk-up sites are listed on the booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Riverside?
Check-in 2:00 PM, checkout 12:00 PM.
Source: Recreation.gov
Is Riverside open right now?
Closed for the season as of Oct 16, 2026.
Source: Forest Service status
How many sites does Riverside have?
16 sites, including 14 tent-only sites and 1 standard site without power.
Source: Recreation.gov
Will my RV fit at Riverside?
The longest site here provides 24 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 Riverside?
Yes, pets are allowed at Riverside. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
What is there to do at Riverside?
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 Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What if Riverside is full?
The nearest public campgrounds are Rainbow (1.6 mi), Ripplebrook (1.7 mi), and Riverford Campground (1.7 mi, first-come).
Source: Campgrounds nearby