USDA Forest Service · Oregon
Gone Creek Campground (Timothy Lake, OR)
USDA Forest Service · Oregon, United States
- Sites
- 50
- Hookups
- 48 no hookups
- Season
- May 28 to September 11
- Group sites
- Yes
- Drinking water
- Yes
- Restrooms
- Yes
- Pets
- Yes
- Elevation
- 3,225 ft
- Dark sky
- Bortle class 1
- Cell coverage
- AT&T weak · Verizon weak · T-Mobile none (carriers' 4G LTE filings to the FCC, 2025-12; not measured here)
- Access road
- GONE CREEK CG ENTRANCE (NFSR 5700180) · bituminous surface treatment · suitable for passenger cars
- Lake
- Mt. Hood National Forest
- Nearest town
- Timothy Lake
- Address
- Skyline Rd, Timothy Lake, OR
- Phone
- 503-464-8515
- Activities
- Amphitheater, Berry Picking, Biking, Birding, Boating, Camping, Canoeing, Crawfishing, Evening Programs, Fishing, Hiking, Historic & Cultural Site
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About
Overview
Gone Creek Campground sits on the edge of the beautiful Timothy Lake, in the shadows of Mt. Hood, Oregon's highest peak. The lush, green forest surrounding the campground provides campers with ample recreational opportunities.
Recreation
Proximity to Timothy Lake allows campers to enjoy a variety of water-related recreation activities, including boating and sailing, as well as swimming, windsurfing and fishing. Anglers can expect a catch of kokanee salmon and a variety of trout.
A range of trails are located in the area. The Timothy Lake Trail is popular for hiking, mountain biking and horseback riding. The 12 miles of relatively level terrain loops trekkers around the lake, providing scenic views of the area. It connects to the Pacific Crest National Scenic Trail, a lengthy hike that extends across three states, from the borders of Canada and Mexico. Portions of that trail also lead southwest to Clackamas Lake Campground.
The Clackamas Lake Ranger Station Historic District is less than 2 miles from the campground. It was built to house forest service workers in the early 1900s. The rustic architecture and historic nature of the buildings and the surrounding area draws thousands of tourists each year.
Facilities
The campground offers dozens of single-family campsites for tent and RV camping. Each site is equipped with tables and campfire rings with grills. Accessible vault toilets and drinking water are provided. A campground host is available on-site to answer questions.
The nearest gas station/convenience store is about 18 miles away, west on Hwy. 26. The nearest grocery store is in Government Camp, about 23 miles away, west on Hwy. 26.
Natural Features
The campground is situated on the south shore of the roughly 1,400-acre lake, at an elevation of 3,400 feet. Timothy Lake was created in 1956 as a storage reservoir for the Oak Grove Hydroelectric Project. It is one of the larger lakes in the Mt. Hood National Forest. The campground is nestled in a mixed conifer forest, with many sites with views of the water's edge.
Contact Info
Between 05/26/2023 and 09/09/2023 this location is staffed. Please call (503) 834-2215 to speak with local staff. From 11/22/2022 to 05/25/2023 this location is unstaffed. Please call (503) 464-8515 for general information.
Nearby Attractions
Gone Creek is about 28 miles from the base of majestic Mt. Hood, the highest point in Oregon. The historic Timberline Lodge in Government Camp offers scenic views of the snow-capped mountain.
Charges & Cancellations
A service fee will apply if you change or cancel your reservation. Late cancellations are subject to additional fees. For full details see the Recreation.gov Rules & Reservation Policies.
Fees
Payment in-full will be charged to your credit card upon completion of the reservation. A non-refundable online reservation fee may be charged for some facilities.
Weather, month by month
| Month | Typical high | Typical low | Coldest night | Hottest day | Years with a night below 32°F |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 39° | 30° | 1° | 51° | 11 of 11 |
| February | 37° | 29° | 7° | 54° | 11 of 11 |
| March | 42° | 29° | 17° | 65° | 11 of 11 |
| April | 47° | 33° | 17° | 74° | 9 of 11 |
| May | 56° | 42° | 33° | 80° | 0 of 11 |
| June | 66° | 45° | 35° | 87° | 0 of 11 |
| July | 76° | 51° | 43° | 97° | 0 of 11 |
| August | 80° | 53° | 44° | 97° | 0 of 11 |
| September | 68° | 48° | 35° | 87° | 0 of 11 |
| October | 58° | 41° | 34° | 76° | 0 of 10 |
| November | 45° | 35° | 18° | 62° | 8 of 10 |
| December | 38° | 29° | 13° | 60° | 9 of 10 |
Mid-month figures from 2016–2026 of daily weather at this spot (ERA5 reanalysis via Open-Meteo, CC BY 4.0), in °F. Typical is the median; coldest and hottest are the extremes seen.
Trails nearby
- Timothy Lake - West Shore Day Use · 1.5 mi as the crow flies
Timothy Lake 7.3 mi Hike · Drive there - Joe Graham/Pacific Crest Trailhead · 1.6 mi as the crow flies
Pct: Mt Hood 75 mi Hike · Drive there - Frog Lake Sno-Park/Trailhead · 8.5 mi as the crow flies · Drive there
- Frog Lake Butte Trailhead · 9.0 mi as the crow flies
Frog Lake Butte 2.9 mi Hike · Drive there - Dry Fir/Veda Lake Trailhead · 9.4 mi as the crow flies
Dry Fir 2.9 mi Hike, Veda Lake 1.2 mi Hike · Drive there
All 347 trails in Mt. Hood National Forest
Trailheads the Park Service and the Forest Service map, within 10 miles as the crow flies; each trail's page has its length, climbing and the Service's description.
Nearby campgrounds
- Oak Fork Campground (Timothy Lake, OR) · USDA Forest Service · 0 mi · 50 sites
- Stone Creek Campground (Timothy Lake, OR) · USDA Forest Service · 1 mi · 47 sites
- Hoodview Campground (Timothy Lake, OR) · USDA Forest Service · 1 mi · 45 sites
- Timothy Lake-meditation Point Campground · USDA Forest Service · 1 mi
- Pine Point Campground (Timothy Lake, OR) · USDA Forest Service · 1 mi · 27 sites
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