Knebal Springs campground
Knebal Springs
Reservations are not accepted at Knebal Springs Campground, and sites are available on a first-come, first-served basis. This allows for flexibility in planning your trip, but it is recommended to arrive early, especially during the peak season, as the campground tends to fill up quickly. The best time to visit Knebal Springs is during the summer months when the weather is pleasant, and nature is at its prime. The surrounding forest offers a wealth of outdoor activities, including hiking, mountain biking, and wildlife viewing.
While exploring the camping area, campers should be cautious of their surroundings, as black bears can occasionally be spotted in the vicinity. It is important to properly store food and dispose of waste to avoid attracting wildlife. Additionally, campers should ensure they are well-prepared with essential camping gear and supplies, as there are no nearby services or stores. Overall, Knebal Springs Campground is a beautiful and peaceful destination for nature lovers, providing a rustic camping experience in the scenic Mount Hood National Forest.
What's on-site at Knebal Springs
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 Knebal Springs, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Knebal Springs Campground | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Fivemile Butte Lookout | ✓ | ✗ | → |
| Eight Mile | ✗ | ✓ | → |
| Lower Eightmile Crossing Campground | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Eightmile Crossing Campground | ✗ | ✗ | → |
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Knebal Springs -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Hood River At Tucker Bridge | 462 cfs | → |
| Mosier Creek Near Mosier | 4 cfs | → |
| Columbia River At The Dalles | 181,000 cfs | → |
| Bull Run River At Lower Flume Nr Brightwood | 25 cfs | → |
| Blazed Alder Creek Near Rhododendron | 30 cfs | → |
| White Salmon River Near Underwood | 988 cfs | → |
Nearby snow depths
NRCS SNOTEL stations within reach of Knebal Springs -- relevant when planning a shoulder-season or alpine trip.
| SNOTEL station | Snowpack | 24h Snowfall | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nohrsc Fifteenmile Snotel | 0.0 in | -255.0 in | → |
| Red Hill | 8.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Nohrsc Red Hill | 1.0 in | -3.0 in | → |
| Mt Hood Test Site | 19.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Mt Hood Test Site | 18.0 in | 9.0 in | → |
| Hood River | 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
- National Wild And Scenic River Fifteenmile Creek, Oregon
- Tollbridge County Park
- Dimmick State Park
- National Wild And Scenic River East Fork Hood River, Oregon
- Wilderness Badger Creek
- Panorama Point County Park
Boat launches
- Laurance Lake
- Badger Lake
- Rock Creek Campground
- Pine Hollow Reservoir South Shore
- Lost Lake Resort
- Kingsley Campground
Points of interest
- Hood River Ranger District
- Dog Creek Falls Observation Site
- Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area
- Maupin Section Foreman's House
- Forest Road 30/Wind River Highway
Paddle runs
- Confluence Clear And Coe Creeks To Mt. Hood Nf Boundary
- Mt. Hood Wilderness Boundary To Confluence With Sandy River
- Salmon River Canyon (Split Falls To Road Access)
- Welches Run
- Lower Deschutes (Sherars Falls To Columbia River)
- Hemlock Road Bridge To Gifford Pinchot Nf Boundary
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 Knebal Springs as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Knebal Springs
Can I make reservations at Knebal Springs?
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 Knebal Springs?
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 Knebal Springs.