Oregon Camping Areas
Wahtum Lake Camping Area is located in the Mount Hood National Forest in Oregon and offers stunning views of the surrounding forest and mountains. The campground is near several points of interest including the Pacific Crest Trail, which runs through the area, and the nearby Bagby Hot Springs. The campground itself offers amenities such as potable water, fire rings, and picnic tables, and is available on a first-come-first-serve basis with a total of 11 campsites.
An interesting fact about the Wahtum Lake area is that it is believed to have been used as a fishing and hunting location by Native American tribes for thousands of years. Visitors can still see evidence of their presence in the form of petroglyphs scattered around the area.
The best time to visit Wahtum Lake Camping Area is during the summer months when temperatures are mild, averaging in the high 70s to low 80s during the day and dropping to the low 50s at night. However, visitors should be aware that the area can be prone to thunderstorms during the summer months. Get driving directions.
Wahtum Lake
Wahtum Lake Camping Area is located in the Mount Hood National Forest in Oregon and offers stunning views of the surrounding forest and mountains. The campground is near several points of interest including the Pacific Crest Trail, which runs through the area, and the nearby Bagby Hot Springs. The campground itself offers amenities such as potable water, fire rings, and picnic tables, and is available on a first-come-first-serve basis with a total of 11 campsites.
An interesting fact about the Wahtum Lake area is that it is believed to have been used as a fishing and hunting location by Native American tribes for thousands of years. Visitors can still see evidence of their presence in the form of petroglyphs scattered around the area.
The best time to visit Wahtum Lake Camping Area is during the summer months when temperatures are mild, averaging in the high 70s to low 80s during the day and dropping to the low 50s at night. However, visitors should be aware that the area can be prone to thunderstorms during the summer months. Get driving directions.
THINGS TO DO
Point of Interest |
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Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area |
Dog Creek Falls Observation Site |
Forest Road 30/Wind River Highway |
Hood River Ranger District |
Weather Forecast
Fishing Destinations
Area Streamflow Levels
Gauge | Streamflow |
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Hood River At Tucker Bridge
USGS 14120000 |
2,090 cfs |
Klickitat River Bl Summit Creek Near Glenwood
USGS 14111400 |
2,220 cfs |
Oak Grove Fork At Ripplebrook Campground
USGS 14209250 |
282 cfs |
Mosier Creek Near Mosier
USGS 14113200 |
71 cfs |
Oak Grove Fork Above Powerplant Intake
USGS 14209000 |
742 cfs |
Columbia River At The Dalles
USGS 14105700 |
130,000 cfs |
Bull Creek Near Wilhoit
USGS 14198400 |
3 cfs |
Nearby Campgrounds
Camping Area | Campsites | Reservations | Toilets | Showers | Elevation |
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Wyeth - Columbia River Gorge Area | 13 | 159 ft | |||
Viento State Park | Numerous | 325 ft | |||
Tollgate | 26 | 1,752 ft | |||
McNeil | 34 | 2,052 ft | |||
Wahtum Lake | 8 | 3,953 ft | |||
Home Valley Campground | Numerous | 110 ft | |||
Port Authority - Cascade Locks Marine Park | 15 | 104 ft | |||
Panther Creek | 41 | 940 ft |