Mcneil campground
Mcneil
Reservations are accepted at McNeil Camping Area, allowing campers to secure a spot in advance. This ensures a stress-free camping trip without the worry of finding an available site upon arrival. It is recommended to make reservations ahead of time, especially during peak seasons when the campground tends to be busier.
The best time of year to visit McNeil Camping Area is during the summer months, from June to September, when the weather is generally pleasant and optimal for outdoor activities. The campground is located in a beautiful natural setting, surrounded by forests and natural wildlife. However, campers should be cautious and take necessary precautions against ticks, mosquitoes, and poison oak, which are common in the area. It is advisable to wear proper clothing and use insect repellent to ensure a safe and enjoyable camping experience in this scenic campground.
What's on-site at Mcneil
Key facilities Snoflo tracks for this campground. Confirm with the operator before booking -- amenities can change seasonally.
Plan your trip down to the hour
Same weather feed Snoflo's iOS app uses -- updated continuously from NOAA / yr.no.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max so trends jump out at a glance.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks. Hover any point for the full breakdown.
Other campgrounds in the area
Snoflo-tracked campsites within driving distance of Mcneil, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mcneil Campground | ✓ | ✗ | → |
| Lost Creek Campground/Day Use | ✓ | ✗ | → |
| Tollgate | ✓ | ✓ | → |
| Tollgate Campground/Day-Use | ✓ | ✗ | → |
| Green Canyon | ✗ | ✓ | → |
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Mcneil -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Blazed Alder Creek Near Rhododendron | 15 cfs | → |
| Bull Run River At Lower Flume Nr Brightwood | 25 cfs | → |
| Fir Creek Near Brightwood | 14 cfs | → |
| Bull Run River Near Multnomah Falls | 152 cfs | → |
| North Fork Bull Run River Near Multnomah Falls | 35 cfs | → |
| South Fork Bull Run River Near Bull Run | 48 cfs | → |
Nearby snow depths
NRCS SNOTEL stations within reach of Mcneil -- relevant when planning a shoulder-season or alpine trip.
| SNOTEL station | Snowpack | 24h Snowfall | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nohrsc Blazed Alder | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Blazed Alder | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Mt Hood Test Site | 14.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Mt Hood Test Site | 4.0 in | -5.0 in | → |
| Nohrsc South Fork Bull Run | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| South Fork Bull Run | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
Plan a longer trip
The closest parks, lakes, boat launches, and paddle runs so a camping night can grow into a full weekend.
Parks
- Wildwood Recreation Site
- Wilderness Mark O. Hatfield
- National Wild And Scenic River Salmon, Oregon
- National Wild And Scenic River East Fork Hood River, Oregon
- Wilderness Salmon-Huckleberry
- Wilderness Mount Hood
Boat launches
- Lost Lake Resort
- Laurance Lake
- Badger Lake
- Clear Lake Campground
- Northeast Bucher Lane 60505, Cascade Locks
- Doetsch Ranch Road, Stevenson
Camping essentials & Leave No Trace
- Pack it in, pack it out
- Take all trash, food scraps, and gear back with you to keep campsites clean and protect wildlife.
- Respect wildlife
- Observe animals from a distance, store food securely, and never feed wildlife to maintain natural behavior and safety.
- Know before you go
- Check weather, fire restrictions, trail conditions, and permit requirements to ensure a safe and well-planned trip.
- Minimize campfire impact
- Use established fire rings, keep fires small, fully extinguish them, or opt for a camp stove when fires are restricted.
- Leave what you find
- Preserve natural and cultural features by avoiding removal of plants, rocks, artifacts, or other elements of the environment.
Set push alerts in the Snoflo app
Save Mcneil as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Mcneil
Can I make reservations at Mcneil?
This campground does not appear to accept reservations -- it's typically first-come, first-served. Arrive early on summer weekends.
How fresh is the weather data on this page?
The hourly forecast updates throughout the day from the NOAA / yr.no public feeds. Streamflow data is pulled live from USGS streamgauges and snowpack from the NRCS SNOTEL network.
What's the best time of year to visit?
Use the 15-day temperature & precipitation outlook on this page to plan -- pick a window with comfortable temperatures and low precipitation. For longer trips, the 5-day hourly meteogram shows snow + rain accumulation hour-by-hour.
How do I get to Mcneil?
Tap Directions in the hero above to open driving directions in Google Maps, or Open in map to center the Snoflo interactive map on the campground.
Can I get alerts when conditions change?
Yes -- alerts are managed through the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this campground, set a threshold (temperature, snowpack, precipitation), and you'll get a push the moment it crosses.
Other campgrounds near here
Snoflo-tracked campgrounds within driving distance of Mcneil.