Roaring River
Campground closed due to the 2020 Riverside Wildfire Roaring River Campground is located across from the Wild and Scenic Clackamas River in the beautiful Cascade Range of northern Oregon. The small, rustic campground has some charm and provides visitors with access to a variety of outdoor recreation opportunities, including world-famous whitewater rafting.
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Site mix
| Tent-only | 13 |
| Standard, no hookups | 1 |
Site guide
Will my RV fit
The longest site here provides 20 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter.
14 sites. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Type | Entry | Surface | Shade | People / vehicles | Fires |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 001 | Tent only | Back-in | Gravel | Partial | 6 / 2 | Yes |
| 002 | Tent only | Back-in | Gravel | Partial | 6 / 1 | Yes |
| 003 | Tent only | Back-in | Gravel | Partial | 6 / 1 | Yes |
| 004 | Tent only | Back-in | Gravel | Partial | 6 / 1 | Yes |
| 005 | Tent only | Back-in | Gravel | Partial | 6 / 1 | Yes |
| 006 | Tent only | Back-in | Gravel | Partial | 6 / 1 | Yes |
| 007 | Tent only | Back-in | Gravel | Partial | 6 / 1 | Yes |
| 008 | Tent only | Back-in | Gravel | Partial | 6 / 1 | Yes |
| 009 | Tent only | Back-in | Gravel | Partial | 6 / 1 | Yes |
| 010 | Tent only | Back-in | Gravel | Partial | 6 / 1 | 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 | 20 ft |
| Equipment | RVs & trailers, Tents |
| Pets | Allowed |
| Tent pads | Yes |
The campground offers just over a dozen single-family sites, the majority of which are designated for tent camping only. RVs larger than 16 feet are not recommended in the campground. Utility hookups are not available and parking surfaces are gravel. Each site is equipped with a table and campfire ring with grill. Accessible vault toilets and drinking water are provided. Firewood is available for purchase within the campground.
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 16 ft. max. |
Weather by month
Getting there
From Estacada, travel east on Highway 224 for 20 miles to the campground.
| Coordinates | 45.1572° N, 122.1142° W · Directions ↗ |
Fire nearby
- WildfireThe Narrows
1 mi from the campground · 305 acres · 98% contained
- PrescribedTimber Lake/Ripplebrook Admin Rx - West
5 mi from the campground
- PrescribedPodunk Admin Rx - West
5 mi from the campground
- PrescribedFawn Stew Piles Rx - West
5 mi from the campground
Distance is to the reported incident point, not the fire edge. Call the managing office before you drive.
Supplies & services
| Dump station | Dump station ↗ | 14.8 mi |
| Outdoor gear | Outdoor gear ↗ | 15 mi |
| RV sales & service | Adventure Trading RV ↗ | 25.5 mi |
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Worth a stop
Just below nearby Indian Henry Campground, the Clackamas River provides 12.5 miles of class III-IV whitewater as it works its way toward North Fork Reservoir.
- 11.9 miSalmon River West Trailhead ↗Trailhead
Trails nearby
- 0.1 miDry Ridge ↗5.2 mi trail
- 1.8 miClackamas River ↗7.5 mi trail
- 2 miLadee 8062.8 mi trail
- 2.5 miHuxley Lake3 mi trail
- 2.7 miLadee 8052.9 mi trail
- 2.8 miGrouse Point ↗8.4 mi trail
Trailheads within three miles
- 1.8 miClackamas River (Fish Creek) 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
- 1.1 miRoaring River Wilderness ↗Wilderness · Forest Service · 36,548 acres
- 5.8 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.
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Natural features
The campground is nestled in a wooded area thick with moss and greenery, at an elevation of about 1,000 feet. 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 Clackamas River and anglers can expect a catch of winter steelhead, spring Chinook and late summer Coho salmon, as well as other species of freshwater fish. The Clackamas River provides miles of wild water as it bends through the scenic Cascade Range, making whitewater rafting a very popular activity. A hiking trail follows the river north and south. Scenic driving is also available on the nearby West Cascades Scenic Byway, which follows the river.
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Reference
Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Roaring River?
Sites at Roaring River are reservable on Recreation.gov. Any walk-up sites are listed on the booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Roaring River?
Check-in 2:00 PM, checkout 12:00 PM.
Source: Recreation.gov
Is Roaring River open right now?
Closed for the season as of Oct 16, 2026.
Source: Forest Service status
How many sites does Roaring River have?
14 sites, including 13 tent-only sites and 1 standard site without power.
Source: Recreation.gov
Will my RV fit at Roaring River?
The longest site here provides 20 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 Roaring River?
Yes, pets are allowed at Roaring River. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
What is there to do at Roaring River?
Fishing is very popular in the Clackamas River and anglers can expect a catch of winter steelhead, spring Chinook and late summer Coho salmon, as well as other species of freshwater fish. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What if Roaring River is full?
The nearest public campgrounds are Sunstrip (0.5 mi), Fish Creek (1.8 mi), and Armstrong (1.9 mi).
Source: Campgrounds nearby