Lockaby sits among the stunning landscapes of Mt. Hood National Forest in Oregon . With 50 campsites (RV-friendly up to 35 feet feet) , restrooms, potable water, great hiking, it's a favorite for rural adventurers.
Reservations are required year-round , and the best times to visit are Jun-sep when the weather is most comfortable .
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🏕️ At a Glance
💳 Booking & Fees
Cancellations made 3+ days before arrival typically receive a refund minus service fees. Check Recreation.gov for specific policies and deadlines.
💧 Water Access & Features
📸 Discover the Beauty of Mt. Hood National Forest
🌤️ Best Time to Visit
Plan your trip during the optimal season for this campground.
🦅 Peak birding: May, Jun, Aug
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Lockaby located in Oregon, offering 50 camping sites.
Lockaby
A Rural campground in Oregon
Overview
The Campground Is Situated Along the River at an Elevation of About 900 Feet in Mt. the Campground Offers More Than Two Dozen Single-Family Sites for Tent and RV Camping, Though Rvs Over 16 Feet Are Not Recommended Due to the Steep Terrain Within the Facility. the Campground Is Situated Along the River at an Elevation of About 900 Feet in Mt. a Variety of Wildlife Makes Its Home in the Area.
Campground Closed Due to the 2020 Riverside Wildfire
Lockaby Campground Is Ideally Located Next to the Wild and Scenic Clackamas River in the Lush, Green Mountains of Northern Oregon. the Clackamas Contains Miles of Wild Water As It Bends and Drops Through the Scenic Cascade Range, Creating Prime Whitewater Rafting Opportunities. Scenic Driving Is Also Available on the West Cascades Scenic Byway, Which Travels Alongside the River. It Provides Access to Some of the Area’S Greatest Whitewater Rafting, As Well As a Famous Place to Fish. Whether It Is Relaxation or Recreation, There’S Something for Everyone at the Campground.
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.a Hiking Trail Follows the River North and South and Begins About a Mile Away at Fish Creek Campground. 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. Hood National Forest. Most Campsites Are Within a Dense Stand of Cedar Trees Overlooking the River. Sites Are Fairly Close Together and There Is Very Little Vegetation on the Forest Floor.
the Forest Provides Habitat for the Federally Protected Bald Eagle and Northern Spotted Owl, As Well As an Occasional Peregrine Falcon.
Nearby Attractions
a Boat Ramp Is Available at Fish Creek Campground, Which Is Less Than a Mile South of the Campground. It Provides a Convenient River Launch for Kayaks, Canoes and Rafts.Just Below Nearby Indian Henry Campground, the Clackamas River Offers 12.5 Miles of Class Iii-Iv Whitewater. the Upper Clackamas Whitewater Festival Is Hosted Annually in May, Attracting Rafters From All Over the Country.Managed by: Usda Forest Service
Site Details
Campsite Information
- Total Sites: 50
- Hookup Types: Electric, No Hookups
- Max RV Length: 35 feet
Amenities
- 🚻 Restrooms: Available
- 🚿 Showers: No
- 🗑️ Dump Station: No
- 💧 Potable Water: Available
- 🛝 Playground: No
- 🧺 Laundry: False
- 📶 WiFi: False
- 🏊 Swimming: No
- 🎣 Fishing: Available
- 🛥️ Boating: Available
- 🥾 Hiking: Available
Map & Location
Address & Coordinates
Address: Lockaby Campground Loop
City: , Oregon 97023.0
Coordinates: 45.163541, -122.152031
Area Type: Rural
Phone:
Activities & Attractions
Popular Activities: Boat-ramp|fishing|hiking|hookups|water|fire-ring|river|trail|rv|tent
Available Activities:
- 🎣 Fishing: Available
- 🛥️ Boating: Available
- 🥾 Hiking: Available
- 🏊 Swimming: No
Regulations & Permits
🔥 Stay Limits & Fees
Maximum Stay: 14 days
Nightly Fee: $25-35
Federal Pass: Yes (50% discount)
🌤️ Weather & Climate
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📱 Connectivity
Verizon
Fair Signal
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AT&T
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📺 Television Reception
Major Networks: ABC, CBS, NBC, FOX, PBS, CW
Signal Quality: Fair
Total Stations: 9 stations
Nearest Market: Portland/EUGENE
Notes: Signals FROM Portland/EUGENE MARKET
📻 Radio Reception
Total Stations: 21 stations (6 AM, 15 FM)
AM Quality: Good | FM Quality: Good
Major Formats: ADULT Alternative, Country, NEWS/TALK
Local News: KEX 1190 Am
Market: Portland/EUGENE
Notes: 6 AM, 15 FM Stations from Portland/Eugene
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Plan Your Visit
Essential Information
- Facility ID: 232842
- Managing Agency: Usda Forest Service
- Agency Email:
- Agency Website:
- Parent Park: Mt. Hood National Forest
- Park Website: /parks/mt-hood-national-forest/
Park System Information
Park Classification & Structure
- Park Type: National Forests
- Parks Post Name: mt-hood-national-forest
- Parent Park Name: Mt. Hood National Forest
- Correct Park Type Mapping: mt-hood-national-forest
System Statistics
- Total Campgrounds in System: 44.0
- States Covered: Oregon
- Managing Agencies: Usda Forest Service
System IDs & References
- Parent Organization ID: 131.0
- Parent Recreation Area ID: 1106
- Parks Parent Org IDs: 131.0
- Parks Parent Rec Area IDs: 1106, 1106.0
URL Slugs & Navigation
- State Slug: oregon
- Agency Slug: usda-forest-service
- Park Type Slug: national-forests
- Parent Park Slug: mt-hood-national-forest
Additional Park Information
Data Reference Notes
Managing Agency Slug: usda-forest-service
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