U.S. Forest Service · Mt. Hood National Forest · OR

Stone Creek Campground (Timothy Lake, OR)

View of Mount Hood from Stone Creek Campground's day use areaPhoto · PGE Parks and Recreation
Not publishedStatus
ReservableAccess
47Sites

The place

Nestled in a cove between Hoodview and Gone Creek, Stone Creek includes a day-use area with a non-motorized boat access, trail access, picnicking and a view of Mt. Hood. Separate tent and RV loops limit the sound of generators. Two equestrian-friendly group camps are located across the road. Recreation Proximity to Timothy Lake allows campers to enjoy a variety of water-related recreation activities, including boating and sailing, as well as swimming, windsurfing and fishing. Anglers can expect a catch of kokanee salmon and a variety of trout. A range of trails are located in the area. Keep reading

The Timothy Lake Trail is popular for hiking, mountain biking and horseback riding. The 12 miles of relatively level terrain loops trekkers around the lake, providing scenic views of the area. It connects to the Pacific Crest National Scenic Trail, a lengthy hike that extends across three states, from the borders of Canada and Mexico. Portions of that trail also lead southwest to Clackamas Lake Campground. The Clackamas Lake Ranger Station Historic District is less than 3 miles from the campground. It was built to house forest service workers in the early 1900s. The rustic architecture and historic nature of the buildings and the surrounding area draws thousands of tourists each year. Facilities The campground offers dozens of single-family campsites for tent and RV camping. Each site is equipped with tables and campfire rings with grills. Accessible vault toilets and drinking water are provided. An equestrian-friendly group campground is located across the road. Campground hosts are available on-site in the main campground. The nearest gas station/convenience store is about 18 miles away, west on Hwy. 26. The nearest grocery store is in Government Camp, about 23 miles away, west on Hwy. 26. Natural Features The campground is situated on the southeastern shore of the roughly 1,400-acre lake, at an elevation of 3,400 feet. Timothy Lake was created in 1956 as a storage reservoir for the Oak Grove Hydroelectric Project. It is one of the larger lakes in the Mt. Hood National Forest. The campground is nestled in a mixed conifer forest. The day use area offers views of Mt. Hood. A thick understory of rhododendron bushes provide privacy between sites. Nearby Attractions Stone Creek is about 28 miles from the base of majestic Mt. Hood, the highest point in Oregon. The historic Timberline Lodge in Government Camp offers scenic views of the snow-capped mountain. Charges & Cancellations A service fee will apply if you change or cancel your reservation. Late cancellations are subject to additional fees. For full details see the Recreation.gov Rules & Reservation Policies.

The sites · 47

LoopSiteTypeMax rigElectricADA
Double Site23group standard nonelectric
Double Site27group standard nonelectric
Double Site34group standard nonelectric
Equestrian-FriendlyGroup Camp, East Loopgroup standard area nonelectricN/A
Equestrian-FriendlyGroup Camp, West Loopgroup standard area nonelectricN/A
Generators Permitted Loop22managementyes
Generators Permitted Loop24standard nonelectricyes
Generators Permitted Loop25standard nonelectricyes
Generators Permitted Loop26standard nonelectricyes
Generators Permitted Loop28standard nonelectric
Generators Permitted Loop29standard nonelectric
Generators Permitted Loop30standard nonelectric
Generators Permitted Loop31standard nonelectric
Generators Permitted Loop32standard nonelectric
Generators Permitted Loop33standard nonelectric
Generators Permitted Loop35standard nonelectric
Generators Permitted Loop36standard nonelectricyes
Generators Permitted Loop37standard nonelectricyes
Generators Permitted Loop38standard nonelectric
Generators Permitted Loop39standard nonelectric
Generators Permitted Loop40standard nonelectric
Generators Permitted Loop41standard nonelectric
Generators Permitted Loop42standard nonelectric
Generators Permitted Loop43standard nonelectric
Generators Permitted LoopHost Site 1management
Generators Permitted LoopHost Site 2management
No Generators01management
No Generators02tent only nonelectric
No Generators03tent only nonelectricyes
No Generators04tent only nonelectric
No Generators05tent only nonelectric
No Generators06tent only nonelectric
No Generators07tent only nonelectric
No Generators08tent only nonelectric
No Generators09tent only nonelectric
No Generators10tent only nonelectric
No Generators11tent only nonelectric
No Generators12tent only nonelectric
No Generators13tent only nonelectric
No Generators14tent only nonelectricyes
No Generators15tent only nonelectric
No Generators16tent only nonelectricyes
No Generators17tent only nonelectric
No Generators18tent only nonelectricyes
No Generators19tent only nonelectric
No Generators20tent only nonelectric
No Generators21tent only nonelectric

Booking

183 daysBooking window before arrival

Recreation.gov default: most campsites can be booked six months prior to arrival date. Most campgrounds go on sale at 7am PT / 8am MT / 10am ET, but not always; check the facility Seasons and Fees tab. Some locations also offer shorter supplemental booking windows.

Book on recreation.gov

Fees

Payment in-full will be charged to your credit card upon completion of the reservation. A non-refundable online reservation fee may be charged for some facilities.

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This campground sits in OR-05. This member’s public-lands record →

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