State Parks in Oregon

Ainsworth State Park in Oregon is located along the banks of the Columbia River, which also forms the state line with Washington. Just a few miles west is the large city of Portland, while directly south is the imposing Mt Hood National Forest.When you book an RV in Marion County, you’re in the perfect location to explore the north-west part of the United States, including one of the countries most famous northerly cities, Seattle.Ainsworth State Park is in the Columbia River Gorge and the area surrounding it is mountainous, with many national forests and state parks to explore in your RV rental. It’s also an easy drive to the Pacific coast for a day …

Beachside State Recreation Site is situated on Oregon’s central coastline. This recreation site is known for its tranquil beaches that are popular for whale watching and kite flying thanks to the strong winds that blow through. The area was once private land before it was given to the state in 1944.Temperatures at Beachside State Recreation Site can be a little chilly year-round due to the wind, but summers are comfortably mild. Beachside State Recreation Site is near the cities of Newport and Florence, so get out and explore while here.

Located in the middle of Oregon’s coastline, Bullards Beach State Park is well worth a visit for anyone that has searched for an RV in Coos County. Conveniently located just off Highway 101, the main route that runs the length of the state, Bullards Beach State Park is accessible for anyone coming from Eugene, Medford or Newport.The Bullard family were some of the first to settle in the area, opening a store and post office at the mouth of the Coquille River. Later on, they established a ferry that carried passengers over the river and opened up Bullards Beach to the south. For this reason, the park was aptly named in honor of the family that …

Cape Blanco, the westernmost point in Oregon, is a site of spectacular coastal beauty and Pacific Ocean vistas. It's also home to one of the gems of the Oregon state park system — Cape Blanco State Park.Located roughly ten miles north of Port Orford, this 1,895-acre park boasts an enviable position on a rugged patch of coastline. Visitors to the park can tour the historic Cape Blanco Lighthouse, hike through pristine coastal wilderness, stroll along unspoiled beaches, and immerse themselves in the natural scenery of southwestern Oregon.And with 52 RV-friendly sites in the park's wooded campground, Cape Blanco State Park is the perfect spot to stay, explore, and enjoy in a rental motorhome.

As a major stop along the Three Capes Scenic Route, Cape Kiwanda State Natural Area has become a popular haunt on Oregon’s northern coast. Two other scenic spots, Cape Lookout and Cape Mears can also be found along the route, with Cape Kiwanda being the most northerly of them all. Known best of all for its towering dunes and unique sandstone headlands, it’s a must-see for those who book an RV in Tillamook County.Found just north of Pacific City, campers heading along Oregon’s coastal road will have no problem finding Cape Kiwanda. Otherwise, the nearby cities of Salem or Portland provide direct access to this sunny spot on the coast in under two hours. There’s plenty of ways …

Cape Lookout State Park is a gorgeous park nestled on a spit directly between the Pacific Ocean and Netarts Bay. Tent and RV campers will find exhilarating activities and a serene escape at Cape Lookout. From hiking to hang gliding to relaxing on the beach, Cape Lookout has you covered.The area that's now Cape Lookout State Park was originally left undeveloped after the U.S. Lighthouse Service gifted nearly 1,000 acres to the state in the 1930s. During WWII, a B-17 bomber on duty struck the area. A rescue team saved a single survivor after 24 hours of struggling to reach him. Soon after, roads were built directly to the cape. A study conducted in the 1950s on the land …

Cape Sebastian State Scenic Corridor is located in southern Oregon toward the state’s border with California. This scenic corridor was named after Sebastian Vizcaino, a Spanish explorer. Visitors traveling down the corridor will discover stunning panoramic views of the coast as well as Humbug Mountain.The area tends to have mild temperatures year-round although winters can be very rainy. Because of its high altitude, this scenic corridor also has strong wind gusts. Cape Sebastian State Scenic Corridor is situated near cities such as Brookings and Grants Pass.

Looking for a relaxing weekend getaway in your RV rental? Located just half an hour away from the stunning town of Cove, Catherine Creek Park offers spectacular views of Oregon’s rugged Wallowa Mountains and Catherine Creek. Far away from modern distractions, unplug and rewind on the hilly North Fork Catherine Creek Trail, or kick off your shoes and splash your feet in the cool water of the creek itself.Once owned by a Mr. Collins, the land was gifted to the county so that it could remain a park. Later in the 1950s, after transferring hands to the state of Oregon, the land was developed for recreation and day-use for the public. To this day, camping near Catherine Creek …

At 292,000 acre Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area is one of the largest and most popular national scenic areas in America and was designated in 1986. This area gets its name from the 85 miles long, and 4,000 feet deep Columbia River Gorge created when Columbia River cuts through the Cascade Mountains. Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area is a year-round outdoor-recreation attraction located just 30 miles from Portland, OR, and approximately 47 away miles from Troutdale, OR. The scenic area lies along the Washington-Oregon border and extends to six counties.Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area features cliffs, deserts, rain forests, grasslands, rivers, alpine meadows, lakes, wetlands, and native Indian petroglyphs. In addition, this area is …

Crater Lake National Park is located in southern Oregon, around 30 minutes from the small town of Chiloquin and two hours from Eugene. The park’s namesake lake is the deepest in the USA at almost 2,000 feet. Situated in the center of a dormant volcano, Crater Lake is surrounded by rocky cliffs that preserve the water’s purity year after year.The 12,000-foot volcano that once dominated this open landscape left a couple of souvenirs after it erupted over 7,000 years ago. Wizard Island and The Phantom Ship are just some of the volcanic features of the park that keep visitors coming back year after year.However, the lake itself is less than ten percent of the whole national park. …

In the early 1900s, President Theodore (Teddy) Roosevelt visited Oregon, and accounts say, was angered by the state of the wilderness. An avid outdoorsman and hunter, President Roosevelt swiftly moved to declare the Deschutes Mountains a national forest to preserve what was left after intense logging. Deschutes National Forest was officially established in 1908. In the 1930s, Civilian Conservation Corps, operating under President Franklin D. Roosevelt’s New Deal program, replanted tens of thousand trees, blazed trails, built shelters and cabins, and paved roads. Thanks to their efforts, Deschutes National Forest remains a premier park to visit even to this day.The closest large town is Bend, which is roughly 25 miles to the northeast. A former logging town, many …

Deschutes River State Recreation Area lies in northern Oregon, on the border with Washington state and near the towns of Wasco, The Dalles, and Hood River. Deschutes River State Recreation Area is created at the confluence of two rivers, Deschutes and Columbia. These two rivers create some of the most fertile ground for both fishing and watersports for those choosing to visit this borderland recreational site.Although only 35 acres, Deschutes River State Recreation Area is favorite of both Oregon and Washington campers, as it is only one of 28 parks with camping available all year round. As well as boating and fishing along the two rivers, the Deschutes River State Recreation Area is also great for …

Tucked away in the Cascade Mountains of Oregon, Detroit Lake State Recreational Park might just be the tranquil motorhome camping retreat you’ve been searching for. This peaceful spot sits along State Highway 22, which stretches between the towns of Salem and Bend, making it easy enough to reach in your RV rental.As you may have guessed from its name, the main feature of the park is the 9-mile Detroit Lake, known for its trout fishing and water sport opportunities. Despite its idyllic surroundings and majestic backdrop of Mount Jefferson, Detroit Lake is, in fact, a man-made reservoir. It was completed in 1953 as part of the Willamette Valley Projects and now provides flood control and power generation for …