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Clackamas Lake Campground
Clackamas Lake Campground is a great camping destination, especially when nearby Timothy Lake sites are full. The lake is small and shallow, and the facility is located in the Clackamas Lake Historic District in Mt. Hood National Forest. It provides access to fishing, swimming and leisurely boating, as well as a number of trails and historic points along the way. This campground has a seasonal gate.
The corrals at Clackamas Lake Campground were constructed by Oregon Equestrian Trails (OET) volunteers in partnership with USDA Forest Service.
At a Glance
| Reservations: | This site can be reserved online at Recreation.gov or by calling 877-444-6777.
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| Open Season: | - 09/02/2024 |
| Restrictions: | Vehicles 32 ft. max. |
| Closest Towns: | Government Camp, OR |
| Water: | Potable Water |
| Restroom: | Vault Toilet |
| Passes: |
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| Operated By: | Alaska Recreational Management |
| Information Center: | Clackamas River Ranger District |
General Information
Directions:From Sandy, OR - Travel east on Highway 26 for approximately 40 miles to Skyline Road (Forest Road 42). Turn right FR 42 and travel south for 10 miles to the Clackamas Lake entrance sign. Turn left and drive 0.25 mile to the campground entrance.
Activities
Campground Camping
| No. of Sites | 46 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/campgroundDetails.do?contractCode=NRSO&parkId=71656&topTabIndex=CampingSpot |
| No. of Accessible sites | None |
RV Camping
| No. of Sites | 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/campgroundDetails.do?contractCode=NRSO&parkId=71656&topTabIndex=CampingSpot |
| No. of Accessible sites | 46 single site(s) |
Lake and Pond Fishing
Day Hiking
The Pacific Crest National Scenic Trail passes right by the campground, and can be taken north to Timothy Lake and Little Crater Lake, or south through the Warm Springs Tribal Lands to the Mount Jefferson Wilderness.Backpacking
See day hiking description.Horse Camping
Horse facilities at some sites.| No. of Sites | 46 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/campgroundDetails.do?contractCode=NRSO&parkId=71656&topTabIndex=CampingSpot |
| No. of Accessible sites | None |
Horse Riding
See day hiking descriptionBoating - Non-Motorized
Canoeing and boating in Clackamas Lake.Swimming
Swimming in Clackamas Lake.Alerts & Warnings
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