Herman Creek Campground/Horse Camp

Situated in a stand of Douglas Fir, Herman Creek Horse Camp offers 7 sites, some with stalls, on a first come, first serve basis. This site has a turnaround and can accommodate stock trailers.
No hookups available on site.
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: | 9/30/21: Closed for site restoration. |
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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
- Effective 8/1: Fire Restrictions in place
- Closure Update: Eagle Creek Fire
- Waterfall Corridor Timed Use Permits begin May 24
- Wyeth Campground Water System Notification
- Drones prohibited in wilderness and select recreation sites
- Klickitat Mile One Overnight Use & Large Boat Launch Prohibition
- Guard against car theft
- Check road and weather conditions