USDA Forest Service · Oregon
Rock Creek Campground (Mt. Hood National Forest, OR)
USDA Forest Service · Oregon, United States
- Sites
- 33
- Hookups
- 32 no hookups
- Season
- April 18 to September 23
- Max RV length
- 40 ft
- Drinking water
- No
- Restrooms
- Yes
- Pets
- Yes
- Elevation
- 2,234 ft
- Dark sky
- Bortle class 1
- Cell coverage
- Verizon weak · T-Mobile none · AT&T none (carriers' 4G LTE filings to the FCC, 2025-12; not measured here)
- Access road
- SPORTSMANS PARK ROAD (NFSR 4820281) · asphalt · moderate degree of user comfort
- Lake
- Mt. Hood National Forest
- Address
- OR
- Phone
- 503-630-5721
- Activities
- Boat Launch Ramp, Camping, Comfort Station, Fishing, Hiking, Swimming, Wildlife Viewing
33 numbered sites are mapped one by one - the site map below shows each with its facts and pictures.
Site map
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About
Overview
Rock Creek Campground sits on the shores of scenic Rock Creek Reservoir in the pine-covered mountains of Mt. Hood National Forest. It is a family-friendly campground with many sites right on the water's edge. The campground provides access to a variety of recreational activities, as well as historic sites throughout the forest.
Recreation
The reservoir is a popular spot for fishing, canoeing and boating, however, boats must have electric motors. Anglers can expect a catch of bass and bluegill, and the lake is regularly stocked with rainbow trout.
An unmarked trail connects the campground to nearby Sportsman Campground, which offers a network of off-road vehicle trails.
A boat ramp, picnic area and hiking trail are available at the adjacent day use area.
Facilities
The campground offers single-family sites for tent and RV camping. RVs over 35 feet are not recommended. Some sites are available on a first-come, first-served basis.
Each site is equipped with a table and campfire ring with grill. Vault toilets and drinking water are provided, but utility hookups are not available. Water disposal locations can be found throughout the campground. Parking surfaces are gravel. Firewood can be purchased from host.
Natural Features
The campground is situated in a stand of mixed oak and pine trees, along the southeastern shore of the 180-acre reservoir, which is rarely at capacity because it is used for irrigation purposes. At an elevation of about 4,600 feet, the campground provides scenic views of the adjacent lake and surrounding forest.
A variety of wildlife make its home in the area and eagles are commonly spotted nesting.
Contact Info
For facility specific information, please call (541) 467-2291.
Nearby Attractions
The campground is about 30 miles from the town of Government Camp at the base of Mt. Hood. Year-round skiing, a variety of trailheads and many sightseeing opportunities can be found there.
Weather, month by month
| Month | Typical high | Typical low | Coldest night | Hottest day | Years with a night below 32°F |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 40° | 29° | -2° | 52° | 11 of 11 |
| February | 41° | 30° | 6° | 56° | 11 of 11 |
| March | 45° | 32° | 16° | 70° | 10 of 11 |
| April | 53° | 36° | 17° | 74° | 6 of 11 |
| May | 62° | 45° | 34° | 85° | 0 of 11 |
| June | 72° | 48° | 37° | 92° | 0 of 11 |
| July | 84° | 54° | 45° | 102° | 0 of 11 |
| August | 85° | 56° | 44° | 103° | 0 of 11 |
| September | 74° | 51° | 37° | 90° | 0 of 11 |
| October | 61° | 44° | 33° | 76° | 0 of 10 |
| November | 46° | 36° | 21° | 61° | 8 of 10 |
| December | 40° | 29° | 14° | 59° | 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
- Gate Creek Trailhead · 1.7 mi as the crow flies
Rock Creek 921 4.5 mi Hike, Rock Creek 916 3.5 mi Hike · Drive there - Badger Creek Trailhead · 2.8 mi as the crow flies
Badger Creek 12 mi Hike · Drive there - Little Badger Trailhead · 5.0 mi as the crow flies
Little Badger 7.5 mi Hike · Drive there - School Canyon Trailhead · 5.7 mi as the crow flies
School Canyon 3.4 mi Hike · Drive there - Post Point Trailhead · 5.9 mi as the crow flies
Rock Creek 900 4.0 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.
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- Little Badger Campground · USDA Forest Service · 5 mi
- Forest Creek Campground · USDA Forest Service · 7 mi
- Keeps Mill Campground · USDA Forest Service · 8 mi
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