Wyeth Campground

FS USDA Forest Service · Hood River, OR · Developed

Permanently closed. This campground is no longer operational.

Conditions

Road Access Paved
Driveway Surface Paved
Season Permanently Closed
Campfires Campfires Allowed
Max RV Length 30 ft

Features

Warning RV Not Recommended
Rig Size Pull Through
Hookup Dry Camping
Access Paved Access
Style Reservable

Campground Stats

Total Sites16
Sites Accepting RVs16
Group Sites3
Overnight Sites16
Max RV Length30 ft
Pull-Through Sites3
Back-In Sites13
SurfacePaved

Location

45.690305, -121.772188 · 902 Wasco, Suite 200 , Hood River , OR 97031

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Description

Overview

Wyeth Campground is just off of Interstate 84 in a forested setting with grassy fields. There are 13 individual sites, three group sites, and a camp host. In the past this site was a Seed Kiln, Guard Station, Church camp, Civilian Conservation Corps camp and Conscientious Objector Camp during World War II.

Recreation

The Wyeth trail and the Gorge 400 trail access wilderness, waterfalls, the Pacific Crest Trail and dispersed camping opportunities. Fishing, sea kayaking, kiteboarding and windsurfing are nearby on the Columbia River while road biking is available on the Historic Columbia River Highway bike path adjacent to the campground. Please note that the Wyeth Trail #411 is closed indefinitely due to damage sustained during the Eagle Creek fire of 2017.

Facilities

Paved roads, paths and aprons make this site easily accessible to all. The full-time onsite hosts maintain a central flush toilet restroom with hot and cold water. Each site is equipped with picnic tables and fire grills and many sites are fully accessible. There are no RV hookups or dump sites.

Natural Features

Set at the base of classic Gorge cliffs, this historic site features easy access to trails, waterfalls, a bike path and a creek. The Mark O. Hatfield Wilderness and solitude is a short hike from the campground. Osprey and bald eagles reside locally.

Nearby Attractions

Take a hatchery tour 10 miles west at Bonneville Dam, enjoy world-class wind sailing activities 10 miles east in Hood River, tour orchards or see iconic waterfalls in the gorge, all within 45 minutes. Cascade Locks offers Sternwheeler cruises 8 miles west. The Historic Columbia River Highway bike path now runs directly adjacent to the campground and heads east anwestd for a relaxing hike or bike ride to Vieno State Park. See waterfalls along the way!

Directions

From east or west on Oregon Interstate 84, take Wyeth exit #51. Turn west on Herman Creek Road. Wyeth Campground is 1/4 mile west of the interchange. Recommended maximum 30' trailer length.

Activities

BACKPACKING BIKING BIRDING CAMPING ENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATION EVENING PROGRAMS HIKING HISTORIC & CULTURAL SITE INTERPRETIVE PROGRAMS MOUNTAIN BIKING RECREATIONAL VEHICLES SAILBOARDING SEA KAYAKING WATER ACCESS WILDERNESS

Details

FeeReservations include 1 vehicle or vehicle and trailer combination for individual sites or 2 vehicles or 2 vehicle and trailer combinations for group sites. Extra vehicles are $5/day per vehicle and can be paid on site at the campground fee box.
Phone541-308-1700
Email[email protected]
ADA AccessN
ReservableYes

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