Timothy Lake- Gone Creek Campground
Gone Creek Campground sits on the edge of the 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.
Nearby is the Clackamas Lake Historic Cabin gives campers an old-fashioned cabin experience with its well-preserved features, including a massive rock chimney, knot-free interior paneling and hand-wrought iron work. It provides access to a number of outdoor recreation opportunities including the large Timothy Lake nearby, as well as its namesake lake. Campground is wheelchair accessible.
At a Glance
Current Conditions: | Closed for the 2021 summer season. Will reopen in Spring 2022 |
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Reservations: | All sites at Gone Creek Campground are reservable. If reservable sites are open, they are first-come, first-serve until the next reservation arrives. Campsites can be reserved by calling Toll Free 1-877-444-6777 (International 518-885-3639 or TDD 877-833-6777) or online at www.recreation.gov |
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Open Season: | 05/27/2022 - 09/10/2022 |
Usage: | Heavy |
Restrictions: | Vehicles 32 ft. max. 10 mph speed limit for motorized boats in the lake. |
Closest Towns: | Government Camp, OR |
Water: | Potable Water |
Restroom: | Vault Toilet |
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Operated By: | Portland General Electric |
General Information
Directions:Directions from Sandy, OR - Travel southeast on Highway 26, across the forest boundary and past Government Camp, to Primary Forest Route 42. Follow 42 south, across the Warm Springs Indian Reservation and back into the national forest, to Primary Forest Route 57. Follow 57 west for approximately two miles to the campground.
Activities
Campground Camping
Located on Timothy Lake. Firewood sold onsite.
No. of Sites | 49 single site(s) |
Reservation Info | This site can be reserved by calling Toll Free 1-877-444-6777 (International 518-885-3639 or TDD 877-833-6777) or on-line at http://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/232866 |
No. of Accessible sites | None |
RV Camping
See campground camping.
Lake and Pond Fishing
Fishing in Timothy lake. Size: 1,388 surface acres, Elevation: 3,227 feet.Fishing Mode | Fly, Spin, Bait |
Water Temperature | Depth: 45' average depth, 80' maximum depth, |
Water/Flow Level | Rainbow trout, brook trout, kokanee, cutthroat trout. Trout are stocked in the lake several times a year. |
Day Hiking
A hiking trail circles the lake, and the Pacific Crest National Scenic Trail passes by the east shore of the lake, leading north to Little Crater Lake Geological Area.Backpacking
Pacific Crest National Scenic Trail access. See day hiking description.Picnicking
Boating - Motorized
Boating - Non-Motorized
Paddling and boating in Timothy Lake.
Swimming
Swimming in Timothy lake. There are no formal swimming areas and no lifeguards.