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Clear Lake (or) Campground in Oregon
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Clear Lake (or) Campground

Mt. Hood National Forest, Oregon

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As of October 2026, Clear Lake (or) Campground is a campground in Mt. Hood National Forest, Oregon with 27 campsites. Clear Lake (or) Campground is booked through Recreation.gov.

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  • Clear Lake (or) Campground is located at 45.1795ยฐ N, 121.6967ยฐ W.
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Clear Lake (or) Campground reservations and next available dates

October 2026

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Published by Recreation.gov for Clear Lake (or) Campground, read on September 29, 2026.

Campsites at Clear Lake (or) Campground

  • Standard 15
  • Tent 12

What an RV fits

  • 20 ft7 sites
  • 23 ft1 site
  • 26 ft4 sites
  • 30 ft1 site
  • 34 ft2 sites

Amenities

  • restrooms
  • potable water

At a glance: Setting: Mountain ยท Access: Gravel road.

Things to do: fishing, boating, swimming, hiking, wildlife, photography.

All sites at Clear Lake (or) Campground, as listed by Recreation.gov

Every site is in the AREA CLEAR LAKE loop.

SiteTypeSleepsMax RV
001Standard626 ft
003Tent6-
004Tent6-
005Tent6-
006Standard634 ft
007Standard626 ft
008Standard634 ft
009Tent6-
010Tent6-
011Standard626 ft
012Standard623 ft
013Standard626 ft
014Tent6-
015Tent6-
SiteTypeSleepsMax RV
016Tent6-
017Tent6-
018Tent6-
019Standard620 ft
020Standard620 ft
021Standard620 ft
022Tent6-
023Standard620 ft
024Standard620 ft
025Standard620 ft
026Tent6-
027Standard620 ft
028Standard630 ft

About Clear Lake (or) Campground

Overview

Clear Lake Campground is a shady outdoor paradise ON Clear Lake in the mountains of northern Oregon. Visitors enjoy boating, fishing, swimming and sailing on the lake, and hiking and exploring the nearby hills and terraces. Winter recreation opportunities are available in the area when it snows.

Recreation

Boating is popular on the lake, however speeds are limited to 10 mph. A steady breeze keeps bugs away at the campground, and also propels sailboats on the lake. Swimming and fishing are available. Anglers can expect to find a variety of trout.

Visitors enjoy picnicking in the day use area near the boat ramp. A hiking trail begins near the north end of the lake, connecting to the Pacific Crest Trail.

In the winter, miles of snow-covered roads and trails crisscross the forest. Shellrock Creek and High Rock, off Forest Road 57, are open to cross-country skiers and snowmobile enthusiasts.

Facilities

The campground offers single-family sites for tent and RV camping. Each site is equipped with a table and campfire ring with grill. Vault toilets, drinking water and trash collection are provided, but utility hookups are not available. Parking surfaces are gravel and dirt. Firewood can be purchased from the host.

Natural Features

The campground is located in a mixed conifer forest, just north of Warm Springs Indian Reservation, in Mt. Hood National Forest. It is situated on the eastern shore of the 560-acre lake, at an elevation of 3,600. Clear Lake is used primarily for irrigation purposes.

Wild mushrooms are abundant in the area during late summer and early fall. A variety of wildlife makes its home in the area.

Nearby Attractions

The small Mt. Hood village of Government Camp is 12 miles northwest of the campground. The area offers a visitor center, restaurants and year-round skiing, as well as scenic views.

Contact Info

For facility specific information, please call (541) 352-6002.

Rules and notices at Clear Lake (or) Campground

Recreation.gov does not date these notices. We last read them on September 29, 2026. Check Clear Lake (or) Campground on Recreation.gov

Notices from Recreation.gov

Water level and lake access are highly dependent on weather conditions, snow melt, and irrigation usage. We have no control of water levels and cannot assure you water activities will be available to you at the time of your reservation. The water level progressively drops throughout the year.

In accordance with standard industry practices, Mount Hood Recreation will be assessing an additional vehicle fee on the second vehicle in each single family campsite, and on the third and fourth vehicle in any double family campsite, provided these vehicles are not joined to the first vehicle by a hitch and towed onto the site. In the case of motorcycles, the first two are considered as one vehicle for determining additional vehicle fees. The third and fourth motorcycle would also be considered as one vehicle. No additional vehicle fees are collected for bicycles.

Off-road vehicle use is prohibited within the campground

Fire Restrictions: Fire restrictions may be imposed at any time due to hot, dry weather conditions, at which time campfires and charcoal fires may not be allowed.

Refunds: Refund requests made through www.recreation.gov will be charged a $10 processing fee. This fee is retained by the reservation service contractor along with the non-refundable reservation fee. All requests for the return of the non-refundable reservation fee and the cancellation fee will be declined by the campground concessionaire as they did not receive these fees (these are the fees retained by the reservation contractor, a different entity).

Don't Move Firewood: Please protect Pacific Northwest forests by preventing the spread of invasive species. Firewood can carry insects and diseases that can threaten the health of our western forests. You can make a difference by obtaining and burning your firewood near your camping destination. Visit Dontmovefirewood.org for further information.

Click here for more information on the Mt. Hood National Forest

Clear Lake (or) Campground FAQ

How hard is it to get a campsite at Clear Lake (or) Campground?

Clear Lake (or) Campground is rated "Hard to Book" based on historical demand. This campground is popular and often books out weeks in advance. Your best strategy is to monitor cancellations.

How do I find last-minute availability at Clear Lake (or) Campground?

Cancellations happen frequently at Clear Lake (or) Campground, especially 1-2 weeks before check-in dates. PermitSnag monitors availability 24/7 and sends instant alerts when sites open up due to cancellations. This is often the best way to snag popular campsites.

How many campsites does Clear Lake (or) Campground have?

Clear Lake (or) Campground has 27 campsites.

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