Top Tent Camping Spots in Oregon

1. Crater Lake National Park – Mazama Campground

·         Camp near the deepest lake in the U.S. 

·         Epic views, hiking, and stargazing

·         Flush toilets, showers, and nearby general store

2. Cape Lookout State Park (Tillamook Coast)

·         Camp just steps from the ocean 

·         Coastal trails, whale watching, and beach combing

·         Tent sites and yurts available

3. Silver Falls State Park (Near Salem)

·         “The Crown Jewel” of Oregon State Parks 

·         Hike the Trail of Ten Falls

·         Clean, forested campsites with showers and fire pits

4. Trillium Lake Campground (Mount Hood National Forest)

·         Picture-perfect views of Mt. Hood 

·         Great for kayaking, paddleboarding, and photography

·         Popular, so reserve early

5. Jessie M. Honeyman Memorial State Park (Florence)

·         Between dunes and freshwater lakes 

·         Sandboarding, swimming, and coastal trails

·         Shaded campsites with full amenities

6. Wallowv Lake State Park (Eastern Oregon)

·         Glacier-carved lake framed by the Wallowa Mountains 

·         Hiking, horseback riding, and tram rides

·         Excellent for wildlife spotting

7. Waldo Lake (Willamette National Forest)

·         One of the clearest lakes in the world 

·         No motorboats allowed = super quiet

·         Primitive sites; pack in water

8. Harris Beach State Park (Brookings)

·         Dramatic rock formations + beach access 

·         Great for tide pooling, sunsets, and coastal hikes

·         Full-service campground

9. Clear Lake (Willamette National Forest)

·         Stunning, spring-fed turquoise lake 

·         Rent rowboats, hike the loop trail, or fish

·         Few sites = peaceful experience

10. Paradise Campground (McKenzie River)

·         Nestled among towering Douglas firs 

·         Next to the McKenzie River Trail & hot springs

·         Tents only, very peaceful