Herman Creek Campground/Horse Camp
The forest surrounding the previous campground was found to have laminated root rot. The campground was treated for this destructive-to-conifers fungus, and replanted with native hardwoods. CRGNSA took the opportunity to redesign the campground. Estimated completion of the new facilty is 2025.
A trailhead for Herman Creek Trail (#406) and the Pacific Crest Trail (#2000) is located in the campground. Trails provide access to the Pacific Crest Trail and Trails #406E, #447, #422, and #437 and the Mark O. Hatfield Wilderness.
At a Glance
Current Conditions: | Closed for site restoration. Est. re-opening in 2025 |
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Reservations: | Most sites available by reservation only through Recreation.gov. |
Fees: | $10/Night for single unit; $5/Extra vehicle |
Usage: | Light-Medium |
Restrictions: | Trailers and RVs 20 ft. max. |
Closest Towns: | Cascade Locks, OR |
Water: | Drinking water available |
Restroom: | Vault Toilet (1) |
Operated By: | US Forest Service |
Information Center: | Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area |
General Information
Directions:Herman Creek Horse Camp is located just east of Cascade Locks and 47 miles from Portland.
From Portland, OR: Travel east on Interstate 84 to Cascade Locks, exit # 44. Drive under the interstate and through town approximately 1.8 miles to the eastbound entrance ramp. At the stop sign, cross the road and drive east 1.6 miles on Forest Land toward Oxbow Fish Hatchery, then on to Herman Creek Campground.
From Hood River, OR: Travel west on Interstate 84 to Herman Creek exit # 47. Drive 0.6 mile west on Forest Lane to Herman Creek Campground.
Activities
Alerts & Warnings
- Prescribed Fire Notice for October 14, 2024
- Microwave Tower Fire Closure/Historic Columbia River Highway State Trail Reopens
- Whisky Creek Fire in Mark O. Hatfield Wilderness
- Klickitat Mile One Overnight Use & Large Boat Launch Prohibition
- Concept Development for Mosier to The Dalles Trail Underway
- Effective Jan 1, 2024-October 20, 2024: Eagle Creek Fire Closure
- Drones prohibited in wilderness and select recreation sites
- Guard against car theft
- Check road and weather conditions