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| contractID |
NRSO |
| description |
Eagle Creek campground is located above Interstate 84 among tall trees. It was the first developed campground in the Forest Service system. Campsites are well-spaced creating a feeling of privacy and a well-kept restroom features flush toilets. It is, however, located on the bluff above Interstate 84 and railroad tracks so it can be noisy. |
| drivingDirection |
From Portland, Oregon, heading east on I-84, take exit 41 "Eagle Creek Recreation Area.". From Hood River, Oregon, heading west on 1-84, take exit 40 "Bonneville Dam." Turn left under I-84 and immediately left to the onramp back on to I-84. Take I-84 1 mile east to exit 41 "Eagle Creek Recreation Area." |
| facilitiesDescription |
There are 17 campsites available, each with a paved parking apron and most are fully accessible. A central restroom features flush toilets (no showers) and drinking water. Faucets for drinking water are scattered throughout the campground. A full-time host is on site. |
| facility |
EAGLE CREEK CAMPGROUND |
| facilityID |
122890 |
| fullReservationUrl |
http://www.reserveamerica.com/campsiteSearch.do?contractCode=NRSO&parkId=122890&cmp=39-32--joewils |
| importantInformation |
Eagle Creek campground is in a beautiful setting with widely spaced, private sites. It is, however, located on the bluff above Interstate 84 and railroad tracks so it can be noisy. Drinking fountains found throughout the campground are not accessible. There are no RV hookups or waste dumps on site. A $5 fee for each additional vehicle is charged on site First-come, first-served sites may be available There is firewood available for sale in Cascade Locks or Hood River. |
| nearbyAttrctionDescription |
See huge sturgeon and other fish at the underwater viewing area at Bonneville dam and hatchery or take a self-guided tour of the onsite Cascade fish hatchery. Cascade Locks Museum and Sternwheeler are five minutes away to the east. The iconic Multnomah Falls and Columbia River Gorge Historic Highway are a short drive to the west. World-class kite boarding and board sailing are in Hood River, Oregon, about 20 minutes east. |
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| orientationDescription |
Located in the heart of the Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area, Eagle Creek campground is situated in a classic Douglas fir and maple forest with osprey nesting overhead. Salmon fishing is popular on the nearby Columbia River. |
| recreationDescription |
This campground is part of the Eagle Creek Recreation Area featuring the classic and popular Eagle Creek trail and access to several other hiking and road biking trails. There are outstanding day hike opportunities with views and wildflowers as well as access to the Mt. Hood National Forest and Mark O. Hatfield Wilderness with extended overnight trips. Boating, river activities, interpretive centers, fish hatcheries, bird watching and picnicking are in this area. |