Joe Graham Horse Campground
Joe Graham Horse Campground is a beautiful equestrian camp with views of majestic Mt. Hood and its surrounding forest. It provides access to a variety of hiking, mountain biking and horseback riding trails, as well as scenic historic sites.
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Site mix
| Equestrian | 13 |
| Host/management | 1 |
Site guide
13 sites. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Entry | Fits, ft | Shade | People / vehicles | Fires |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 001 | Back-in | 40 | Partial | 6 / 2 | Yes |
| 002 | Back-in | 60 | Partial | 6 / 2 | Yes |
| 003 | Back-in | 55 | Partial | 6 / 2 | Yes |
| 004 | Back-in | 40 | Partial | 6 / 2 | Yes |
| 005 | Back-in | 50 | Partial | 6 / 2 | Yes |
| 006 | Back-in | 70 | Partial | 6 / 2 | Yes |
| 007 | Back-in | 45 | Partial | 6 / 2 | Yes |
| 008 | Back-in | 35 | Partial | 6 / 2 | Yes |
| 009 | Back-in | 35 | Partial | 6 / 2 | Yes |
| 010 | Back-in | 35 | 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
| Max vehicle length | 40 ft |
| Pets | Allowed |
| Tent pads | Yes |
The campground offers single-family equestrian campsites. Most of the sites are equipped with horse corrals, tables and campfire rings with grills. Accessible vault toilets and drinking water are provided. Horse owners are responsible for cleaning up after their horses. The campsites are intended for equestrians with horses only. Clackamas Lake Campground across the meadow is a good alternative site for those without horses.
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 |
| Fees | Camping: $25/night for single site. $8/night for extra vehicle |
| Rules | Vehicles 28 ft. max. |
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Getting there
From Sandy, travel east on Highway 26 for approximately 40 miles to Skyline Road (Road 42). Turn right onto Skyline Road and travel south for 9 miles to the campground.
| Coordinates | 45.1013° N, 121.7476° W · Directions ↗ |
Fire nearby
- PrescribedStone Ck/Clackamas Guard Station Rx - West
under 1 mi from the campground
- PrescribedGoat Stew Rx - West
10 mi from the campground
- WildfireAustin
11 mi from the campground · 12,888 acres · 98% contained
- PrescribedSpike Timber Sale Rx - West
11 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 ↗ | 14 mi |
| Dump station | Dump station ↗ | 32 mi |
| RV sales & service | Adventure Trading RV ↗ | 43.4 mi |
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Worth a stop
The campground is less than 40 miles from Mt. Hood, where a historic lookout provides scenic views of the snow-capped mountain. Hiking and year-round skiing is available there.
- 14 miMirror Lake Trailhead ↗Trailhead
Trails nearby
- 0.1 miHeadwaters1.8 mi trail
- 0.1 mi5700 Road Snow4 mi trail
- 0.1 miTimothy Bike4.2 mi trail
- 0.1 miJoe Graham0.1 mi trail
- 0.4 mi4280 Road Snow ↗5.1 mi trail
- 0.6 miMiller2 mi trail
Trailheads within three miles
- under 0.1 miJoe Graham/Pacific Crest 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
- 9 miRoaring River Wilderness ↗Wilderness · Forest Service · 36,548 acres
- 9.3 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
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Natural features
The campground is located in Mt. Hood National Forest at an elevation of about 3,350 feet. It is near Clackamas Lake and larger Timothy Lake. The campground sits among a forest of tall fir trees near a marshy meadow. A variety of wildlife makes its home in the area.
Recreation
Clackamas Lake is a great place for fishing, swimming and non-motorized boating. Anglers can expect a catch of cutthroat, brook, rainbow and German brown trout. Nearby Timothy Lake provides opportunities for picnicking as well as water-related recreation, including the use of power boats. The Clackamas Lake Ranger Station Historic District is less than a mile from the campground. The structures and cabins were built to house forest service workers in the early 1900s. Rustic architecture and the historic nature of the buildings and the surrounding area draws thousands of visitors each year. It is a must-see while staying at the campground. Hiking, mountain biking and horseback riding are popular activities. The 1-mile Joe Graham Trail begins in the campground and connects to the Pacific Crest Trail, which extends more than 2,650 miles through California, Oregon and Washington as it stretches from Mexico to Canada. Trails to scenic Little Crater Lake and the Mt. Jefferson Wilderness are also nearby.
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Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Joe Graham Horse Campground?
Sites at Joe Graham Horse Campground are reservable on Recreation.gov. Any walk-up sites are listed on the booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
How much does it cost to camp at Joe Graham Horse Campground?
Camping: $25/night for single site. $8/night for extra vehicle
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Joe Graham Horse Campground?
Check-in 2:00 PM, checkout 12:00 PM.
Source: Recreation.gov
Is Joe Graham Horse Campground open right now?
Closed for the season as of Oct 16, 2026.
Source: Forest Service status
How many sites does Joe Graham Horse Campground have?
14 sites, including 13 equestrian sites.
Source: Recreation.gov
Will my RV fit at Joe Graham Horse Campground?
The longest site here provides 40 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 Joe Graham Horse Campground?
Yes, pets are allowed at Joe Graham Horse Campground. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
What is there to do at Joe Graham Horse Campground?
Clackamas Lake is a great place for fishing, swimming and non-motorized boating. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What if Joe Graham Horse Campground is full?
The nearest public campgrounds are Clackamas Lake (0.4 mi, partly first-come), Oak Fork Campground (1.5 mi, partly first-come), and Gone Creek Campground (1.6 mi, partly first-come).
Source: Campgrounds nearby