Hood Park
Hood Park is located on Lake Wallula in eastern Washington. The lake is formed by McNary Lock and Dam on the Mid-Columbia River. Lewis and Clark camped two miles downstream at the confluence of the Snake and Columbia Rivers, which is now the location of Sacajawea State Park. Visitors enjoy camping, fishing, boating, hiking, picnicking and swimming.
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Site mix
| Standard with electric | 66 |
| RV with electric | 1 |
| group shelter electric | 1 |
Site guide
Will my RV fit
The longest site here provides 105 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter.
68 sites in 2 loops. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Loop | Type | Entry | Fits, ft | Surface | Shade | Power | Waterfront | People / vehicles | Fires | Accessible | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02 | Campground | Electric | Pull-through | 100 | Paved | Partial | 30 amp | 8 / 3 | Yes | |||
| 03 | Campground | Electric | Pull-through | 84 | Paved | Partial | 30 amp | 8 / 3 | Yes | Standard | ||
| 05 | Campground | Electric | Back-in | 37 | Paved | Partial | 30 amp | 8 / 3 | Yes | Standard | ||
| 06 | Campground | Electric | Back-in | 50 | Paved | Partial | 30 amp | Lakefront | 8 / 3 | Yes | Prime | |
| 07 | Campground | Electric | Pull-through | 105 | Paved | Partial | 30 amp | 8 / 3 | Yes | Standard | ||
| 08 | Campground | Electric | Back-in | 52 | Paved | Partial | 30 amp | Lakefront | 8 / 3 | Yes | Prime | |
| 09 | Campground | Electric | Back-in | 45 | Paved | Partial | 30 amp | Lakefront | 8 / 3 | Yes | Prime | |
| 10 | Campground | Electric | Back-in | 38 | Paved | Partial | 30 amp | 8 / 3 | Yes | Standard | ||
| 11 | Campground | Electric | Back-in | 44 | Paved | Partial | 30 amp | Lakefront | 8 / 3 | Yes | ||
| 12 | Campground | Electric | Back-in | 41 | Paved | Partial | 30 amp | 8 / 3 | 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 | Electric |
| Max vehicle length | 105 ft |
| Equipment | RVs & trailers, Tents |
| Pets | Allowed |
| Campfires | Allowed, subject to restrictions |
| Accessibility | Sites 25, 27, Group Shelter are listed accessible |
Hood Park offers 67 family sites and one day-use group picnic shelter, all with electric hookups.
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
Weather by month
Getting there
From Pasco, Washington, take Highway 12 east. After crossing the Snake River Bridge, take the next exit and continue to State Route 124. The park entrance is on the left just after the roundabout.
| Nearest town | Burbank, Washington |
| Coordinates | 46.2137° N, 119.0130° W · Directions ↗ |
Fire nearby
- WildfireDorran Road
18 mi from the campground · 200 acres
- PrescribedWanaket Broadcast Rx
24 mi from the campground · 337 acres
- WildfireNorth Cayuse
45 mi from the campground · 4,887 acres · 97% contained
- WildfireHagen
50 mi from the campground · 61,380 acres · 99% contained
Distance is to the reported incident point, not the fire edge. Call the managing office before you drive.
Supplies & services
| Outdoor gear | REI ↗ | 7.1 mi |
| RV sales & service | RV sales & service ↗ | 10.2 mi |
| Dump station | Dump station ↗ | 11.7 mi |
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Explore
Video
Hood Park Washington Ruff Road Review
Worth a stop
The McNary National Wildlife Refuge is adjacent to the park. It provides habitat for migrating waterfowl, bald eagles, shorebirds and other wildlife. Nature trails and an environmental learning center are open to the public.
- 8.6 miCharbonneau Marina ↗Boat launch
- 9.8 miJuniper Dunes Ohv Area ↗OHV / range
- 9.8 miTri-Cities Visitor Center ↗Visitor center
Public land it sits in
McNary National Wildlife Refuge begins about 4.3 miles away, and it is the closest of these.
- 4.3 miMcNary National Wildlife Refuge ↗National Wildlife Refuge · Fish and Wildlife Service · 15,820 acres
- 12.6 miJuniper Dunes Wilderness ↗Wilderness · Bureau of Land Management · 7,140 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
On the National Register nearby
- Morningstar Baptist ChurchBuilding · Pasco · 3 mi
- Kurtzman Park Mini StationBuilding · Pasco · 3.2 mi
- Pasco Carnegie LibraryBuilding · Pasco · 4 mi
Natural features
The campground is situated along the banks of the lake, offering sweeping views. Campers enjoy relaxing in the shade of the mature trees throughout the park.
Recreation
The lake provides great boating and swimming opportunities, and a boat ramp is provided for guests. Fishing is also a popular pastime, and anglers will find excellent salmon and steelhead fishing on the lake.
Guidebooks for Washington
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Reference
Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Hood Park?
Sites at Hood Park are reservable on Recreation.gov. Any walk-up sites are listed on the booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Hood Park?
Check-in 2:00 PM, checkout 12:00 PM.
Source: Recreation.gov
How many sites does Hood Park have?
68 sites, including 66 standard sites with power, 1 RV site with electric, and 1 group shelter electric.
Source: Recreation.gov
Will my RV fit at Hood Park?
Recreation.gov lists no practical vehicle capacity limit for the largest site here, which usually means pull-through or open parking. The sidebar tool checks a trailer or motorhome length against every site.
Source: Will my RV fit
Does Hood Park have hookups?
Yes, electric hookups at some sites.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are pets allowed at Hood Park?
Yes, pets are allowed at Hood Park. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I have a campfire at Hood Park?
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.
Source: Fire nearby
Are there accessible sites at Hood Park?
Sites 25, 27, and Group Shelter are listed accessible on Recreation.gov. What that covers (a paved pad, an accessible table, a nearby accessible restroom) is on each site's booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
Is there cell service at Hood Park?
FCC coverage maps show Verizon 4G LTE, AT&T 4G LTE, and T-Mobile 5G at the campground point. Terrain changes that from one site to the next.
Source: FCC Broadband Map
What is there to do at Hood Park?
The lake provides great boating and swimming opportunities, and a boat ramp is provided for guests. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What is the nearest town to Hood Park?
Burbank, Washington. The McNary National Wildlife Refuge is adjacent to the park.
Source: Getting there
What if Hood Park is full?
The nearest public campgrounds are Charbonneau Park And Campground (8.5 mi), Fishhook Park (13.7 mi), and Plymouth Park (25.2 mi).
Source: Campgrounds nearby