Best camping near Gates
41 campgrounds · 41 ranked · updated 2026-06-22 · off-season
Explore the best camping near Gates, Oregon — every spot ranked by our conditions-aware Snoflo score: live conditions first, then visitor reviews and logged trips. Click a pin on the map for the score and what's driving it.
Showing the top 15 of 41 campgrounds · best 15 shown on the map
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#1
Santiam Horse Camp
Prime
3.3 mi away
· Mild night · low 49°F· Comfortable day · high 81°F· No active weather warnings
Santiam Horse Camp is a popular camping area located in Oregon. Situated in the beautiful Santiam Pass, this campground offers a range of amenities for campers. It is specifically…
Why 91: live conditions (prime) · 28 things to do within 15 mi
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#2
Elkhorn Valley Recreation Site
Prime
4.8 mi away
· Mild night · low 49°F· Comfortable day · high 81°F· No active weather warnings
The Elkhorn Valley Recreation Site Campground is located in the North Santiam watershed of Oregon. The area is known for its stunning natural beauty, with a scenic river running…
Why 91: live conditions (prime) · 21 things to do within 15 mi
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#3
Shady Cove Campground
Prime
6.2 mi away
· Mild night · low 47°F· Comfortable day · high 81°F· No active weather warnings
Shady Cove Campground is a fantastic camping area located in the beautiful state of Oregon. It offers a range of amenities to ensure campers have a comfortable and enjoyable…
Why 91: live conditions (prime) · 24 things to do within 15 mi
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#4
Fishermens Bend
Prime
7.4 mi away
· Mild night · low 49°F· Comfortable day · high 81°F· No active weather warnings
Fishermen’s Bend Recreation Site, located along the North Santiam River near Mill City, Oregon, offers established campsites with picnic tables, fire rings, and access to flush…
Why 91: live conditions (prime) · 20 things to do within 15 mi
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#5
Fishermens Bend Recreation Site
Prime
7.5 mi away
· Mild night · low 49°F· Comfortable day · high 81°F· No active weather warnings
Fishermen's Bend Recreation Site Campground is located in the North Santiam watershed of Oregon, surrounded by stunning views of the Cascade Mountains and the North Santiam River…
Why 91: live conditions (prime) · 20 things to do within 15 mi
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#6
Detroit Lake State Park Campground
Prime
9.6 mi away
· Mild night · low 47°F· Comfortable day · high 81°F· No active weather warnings
Detroit Lake State Park Campground is a fantastic camping destination located in the state of Oregon. The campground offers a range of amenities to make your camping experience…
Why 91: live conditions (prime) · 27 things to do within 15 mi
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#7
Southshore Campground
Prime
10.2 mi away
· Mild night · low 47°F· Comfortable day · high 81°F· No active weather warnings
Southshore Campground is a scenic camping area located in the state of Oregon. This campground offers a range of amenities to make your camping experience comfortable and…
Why 91: live conditions (prime) · 31 things to do within 15 mi
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#8
Piety Island Campground
Prime
10.5 mi away
· Mild night · low 47°F· Comfortable day · high 81°F· No active weather warnings
Piety Island Campground is a picturesque camping area located in the state of Oregon. Nestled in a beautiful natural setting, this campground offers a variety of amenities to…
Why 91: live conditions (prime) · 26 things to do within 15 mi
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#9
Cove Creek Group Camp
Prime
10.7 mi away
· Mild night · low 47°F· Comfortable day · high 81°F· No active weather warnings
Cove Creek Group Camp is a beautiful camping area located in the state of Oregon. This campground offers a range of amenities to enhance the camping experience. It provides ample…
Why 91: live conditions (prime) · 30 things to do within 15 mi
91Elite
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#10
Cove Creek Group Campsite
Prime
10.7 mi away
· Mild night · low 47°F· Comfortable day · high 81°F· No active weather warnings
Cove Creek Group Campsite is a picturesque camping area located in the state of Oregon. Nestled amidst the natural beauty of the surrounding landscape, this campground offers a…
Why 91: live conditions (prime) · 30 things to do within 15 mi
91Elite
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#11
Cove Creek Campground
Prime
10.8 mi away
· Mild night · low 47°F· Comfortable day · high 81°F· No active weather warnings
Cove Creek Campground is a picturesque camping area located in the state of Oregon. Nestled within the stunning natural beauty of the region, this campground offers a range of…
Why 91: live conditions (prime) · 30 things to do within 15 mi
91Elite
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#12
Hoover Campground
Prime
12.4 mi away
· Mild night · low 48°F· Comfortable day · high 82°F· No active weather warnings
Hoover Campground, located in the state of Oregon, offers a delightful camping experience in a serene natural setting. The campground boasts several amenities to enhance visitors'…
Why 91: live conditions (prime) · 28 things to do within 15 mi
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#13
Yellowbottom Recreation Site
Prime
12.4 mi away
· Mild night · low 49°F· Comfortable day · high 83°F· No active weather warnings
Yellowbottom Recreation Site Campground is located in the South Santiam watershed of Oregon and is a popular destination for camping and outdoor activities. The campground offers…
Why 91: live conditions (prime) · 27 things to do within 15 mi
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#14
Yellowbottom
Prime
12.4 mi away
· Mild night · low 50°F· Comfortable day · high 82°F· No active weather warnings
Yellowbottom camping area is a picturesque campground nestled in the state of Oregon. Situated in a serene natural setting, it offers a range of amenities for campers to enjoy…
Why 91: live conditions (prime) · 27 things to do within 15 mi
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#15
Hoover Group Campground
Prime
12.5 mi away
· Mild night · low 48°F· Comfortable day · high 82°F· No active weather warnings
Hoover Group Campground is a picturesque camping area located in Oregon. Situated within a beautiful natural setting, this campground offers a variety of amenities to enhance the…
Why 91: live conditions (prime) · 27 things to do within 15 mi
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Camping near Gates
The Gates area has 41 campgrounds on Snoflo, ranked by live conditions, visitor reviews, and logged trips — so the best, closest options rise to the top.
How we rank the best camping near Gates
How are these campgrounds ranked?
Each gets a daily Snoflo score blending live conditions, visitor review ratings, and logged trips. The order reflects what's best right now and re-ranks every day.
How often does it update?
Daily, as new conditions, reviews, and trips arrive — so "best right now" means right now.
What do the numbers on the map mean?
Each pin shows that spot's current Snoflo score; tap it for the breakdown and a link to the full report.