$17 / night

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Established Camping

McNeil Campground

7 Reviews

About

National Forest

Mt. Hood National Forest

McNeil Campground lies along the Wild and Scenic Sandy River. While it does not have drinking water, it has all the other camping amenities in a mixed lodgepole forest in an old Mt. Hood mud flow where moss carpets the ground. It is close to many hiking trails including Ramona Falls. Located on the Wild and Scenic Sandy River.

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Location

McNeil Campground is located in Oregon

Directions

Directions from Sandy, OR - Travel southeast on Highway 26 about one mile past the town on Wemme to Primary Forest Route 18. Follow 18 northeast across the forest boundary and to Forest Road 1825. Follow 1825 east to the campground.

Coordinates

45.3837909 N
121.86798397 W

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Access

Drive-In
Park next to your site

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WiFi
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Site Types

Tent Sites
RV Sites
Standard (Tent/RV)

Features

For Campers

Trash
Picnic Table
Toilets
Alcohol
Pets
Fires

$17

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General Info

Michael S.

Scout

Reviewed Dec. 7, 2021

Dispersed Camping Near McNeil Campground

The actual campground is closed during the winter months, but the dispersed camping in this area is great. Plenty of space and nice flat areas with several established fire pits. Lots of wildlife in the area when I was there in December.

Month of VisitJanuary

Wes B.

Traveler

Reviewed Sep. 9, 2021

At the foot of Mt Hood

Super close to all Mt Hood day trip activities. We took in a day on the stunning Trillium Lake. Visited during fire season so no campfires were allowed. No amenities, hookups or water for RVs but large sites can be found if you search a bit. Lots of large rocks and snags on the ground so keep an eye on young kids, and adults when dark. Beautiful and not very crowded, likely because of no water access.

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Month of VisitOctober

Jeff K.

Legend

Reviewed Sep. 9, 2020

Close to PDX

This is a nice spot that is close to PDX if you're looking for a quick overnight to get out of the city. Close to Lolo Pass. Pretty basic sites with no water available. Pit toilets are available. Great view of Mt. Hood from the entrance of the campground and even better views from Lolo Pass.

Month of VisitSeptember

Bridget H.

Guide

Reviewed Jun. 3, 2020

A perfect quick escape

This campground has become my go-to spot for quick weekends away. The sites are huge with a good mix of sun and shade, the facilities and clean, and there always seems to be an open spot no matter how busy the weekend. Close proximity to great trailheads and only an hour outside of Portland.

Month of VisitSeptember

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Sam M.

Legend

Reviewed Mar. 1, 2020

Gets the job done

Pretty much your standard little campground. Not too many sites or crowded at all. The area is beautiful obviously being near mount hood. Sites were roomy enough and there were toilets. Bummed there was no drinking water though.

Romona falls trail not too far from there was neat. I love Oregon camping

Month of VisitJuly

bruce W.

Traveler

Reviewed Jun. 6, 2018

very unique biome

This area is on a glacial tillage area, very sterile yet peaceful. Have left food out at night and was never touched by anything. Never have seen a chipmunk or much of anything but an occasional Raven. Yet a short walk away and Lost Creek is there in an almost rain forest setting. Great trails all over the area, careful bushwacking there are ticks but not in the camp area. Ramona Falls, Mcneil Point, Burnt Lake are a few of the many hikes. There are fish in Lost creek, the Sandy is too silty for fishing up that high. Pit toilets, water available at Riley horse camp or Lost Creek campground.

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Month of VisitAugust

Bjorn S.

Legend

Reviewed Aug. 28, 2016

Ranger Review: Swrve Moire Wave Purist Water Bottle at McNeil Campground

Not scenic? Give me a break. Place was 40-50% full on a Aug. Saturday, but I don't get the bad rap. Sure, there are less trees and more gravel due to the proximity to the Sandy River, but you've also got a view of Mt. Hood at the entrance, lots of nearby trails, an open feel, good availability and a good location close to a nice spot on our aforementioned river. Due to the availability, you can also get a site without others too nearby and a quieter overall experience. Don't let McNeil get too lonely. GEAR REVIEW: Swrve Moire Wave Purist Water Bottle, 26 oz. tall... What stands out here is smooth, flexible plastic, a rubberized top grip and a spout that shoots out water in an intense spurt, perfect for a good, decisive hit of agua while hiking or biking. Artistic, clearer design. No carabiner clip but instead an ample middle indent means you can tighten a strap around it for backpacking. An affordable, quality option.

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