Mciver State Park campground
Mciver State Park
Reservations are accepted at McIver State Park, allowing visitors to secure their preferred campsite in advance. This ensures a hassle-free experience and guarantees a spot during busy periods. The campground is open year-round, making it accessible regardless of the season. However, the best time to visit is during the spring and summer months when the weather is pleasant for outdoor activities and exploring the park's trails.
While camping at McIver State Park, there are a few notable points of interest to explore. The park offers numerous hiking trails, including the River Ford Loop Trail, which takes visitors through beautiful forests and along the Clackamas River. Anglers will appreciate the fishing opportunities in the river, with the chance to catch salmon and trout. It is important to be cautious of poison oak while hiking, as it can be found in certain areas of the park. Overall, McIver State Park provides a fantastic camping experience with its amenities, beautiful surroundings, and recreational opportunities.
What's on-site at Mciver State Park
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 Mciver State Park, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kingfisher Group Camp | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Chinook Group Camp | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Hiker/Biker Sites | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Metzler Park | ✗ | ✓ | → |
| Barton Park | ✓ | ✗ | → |
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Mciver State Park -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Clackamas River At Estacada | 1,520 cfs | → |
| Nate Creek Tributary Near Colton | 1 cfs | → |
| Clackamas River Near Oregon City | 1,550 cfs | → |
| Sandy River Blw Bull Run River | 1,910 cfs | → |
| Little Sandy River Near Bull Run | 174 cfs | → |
| Johnson Creek At Regner Road | 9 cfs | → |
Nearby snow depths
NRCS SNOTEL stations within reach of Mciver State Park -- relevant when planning a shoulder-season or alpine trip.
| SNOTEL station | Snowpack | 24h Snowfall | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Headworks Portland Water Bureau | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Nohrsc South Fork Bull Run | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| South Fork Bull Run | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Nohrsc North Fork | 1.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| North Fork | 1.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Nohrsc Blazed Alder | 194.0 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
- Milo Mciver State Park
- Timber Park
- Bonnie Lure State Recreation Area
- Eagle Fern Park
- Metzler County Park
- Lyons View Park
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 Mciver State Park as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Mciver State Park
Can I make reservations at Mciver State Park?
Yes -- this campground accepts reservations. Snoflo recommends booking early for peak season; check the operator (Recreation.gov / state park system / private operator) for the booking window and cancellation policy.
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 Mciver State Park?
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 Mciver State Park.