Best camping near Gates
46 campgrounds · 46 ranked · updated 2026-07-20 · 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 46 campgrounds · best 15 shown on the map
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#1
Santiam Horse Camp
Good
3.3 mi away
· Mild night · low 50°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 79°F
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 88: live conditions (good) · 37 things to do within 15 mi
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#2
Elkhorn Valley Recreation Site
Good
4.8 mi away
· Mild night · low 50°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 79°F
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 88: live conditions (good) · 45 things to do within 15 mi
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#3
Shady Cove Campground
Good
6.2 mi away
· Mild night · low 50°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 78°F
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 88: live conditions (good) · 34 things to do within 15 mi
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#4
Fishermens Bend
Good
7.4 mi away
· Mild night · low 50°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 79°F
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 88: live conditions (good) · 42 things to do within 15 mi
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#5
Fishermens Bend Recreation Site
Good
7.5 mi away
· Mild night · low 50°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 79°F
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 88: live conditions (good) · 42 things to do within 15 mi
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#6
Detroit Lake State Park Campground
Good
9.6 mi away
· Mild night · low 50°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 78°F
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 88: live conditions (good) · 35 things to do within 15 mi
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#7
Southshore Campground
Good
10.2 mi away
· Mild night · low 50°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 78°F
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 88: live conditions (good) · 39 things to do within 15 mi
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#8
Piety Island Campground
Good
10.5 mi away
· Mild night · low 50°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 78°F
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 88: live conditions (good) · 34 things to do within 15 mi
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#9
Cove Creek Group Camp
Good
10.7 mi away
· Mild night · low 50°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 78°F
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 88: live conditions (good) · 38 things to do within 15 mi
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#10
Cove Creek Group Campsite
Good
10.7 mi away
· Mild night · low 50°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 78°F
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 88: live conditions (good) · 38 things to do within 15 mi
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#11
Cove Creek Campground
Good
10.8 mi away
· Mild night · low 50°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 78°F
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 88: live conditions (good) · 38 things to do within 15 mi
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#12
Elk Lake Campground
Good
12.1 mi away
· Mild night · low 50°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 78°F
Elk Lake Campground is located near Canby in northwestern Oregon at an elevation where summer offers the most reliable camping season. This facility accommodates tent and RV…
Why 88: live conditions (good) · 35 things to do within 15 mi
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#13
John Neal Memorial Park
Good
12.1 mi away
· Mild night · low 50°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 79°F
John Neal Memorial Park in Lyons, Oregon offers 22 established campsites (no dispersed camping) nestled in a forested setting near the North Santiam River. Reservations are…
Why 88: live conditions (good) · 39 things to do within 15 mi
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#14
Butte Creek campground
Good
12.4 mi away
· Mild night · low 51°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 79°F
Butte Creek Campground in Oregon offers breathtaking views of the surrounding mountains and the nearby creek. Visitors can enjoy fishing, hiking, and swimming in the area. The…
Why 88: live conditions (good) · 34 things to do within 15 mi
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#15
Hoover Campground
Good
12.4 mi away
· Mild night · low 50°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 75°F
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 88: live conditions (good) · 36 things to do within 15 mi
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Camping near Gates
The Gates area has 46 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.