How much does camping cost at Oxbow Regional Park Campground?

Camping fees at Oxbow Regional Park Campground range from $25-$200/night. Prices may vary by site type (standard, hookup, premium) and season. Book online to see exact pricing for your dates.

Is Oxbow Regional Park Campground first-come first-served or reservation?

Oxbow Regional Park Campground accepts online reservations. We recommend booking in advance, especially during peak season (typically summer weekends). Use campsite alerts to get notified when spots become available.

What is the best time to visit Oxbow Regional Park Campground?

Oxbow Regional Park Campground is open Campground open year-round. Seasonal gate/hours posted: May 1–Sept 14: 6:30 a.m.–8 p.m.; Sept 15–Oct 31: 6:30 a.m.–6 p.m.; Nov 1–Mar 14: 6:30 a.m.–5 p.m.; Mar 15–Apr 30: 6:30 a.m.–7 p.m.. The best time to visit depends on your preferences—summer offers the warmest weather and most activities, while spring and fall provide fewer crowds and milder temperatures. Check current conditions before your trip.

Are there showers at Oxbow Regional Park Campground?

Yes, Oxbow Regional Park Campground has shower facilities available for campers. Check the amenities section for details on hours and any fees.

Can I have a campfire at Oxbow Regional Park Campground?

Fire policies at Oxbow Regional Park Campground: Fires are allowed only in provided barbecues and designated fire pits; wood/charcoal fires must be attended at all times. Gathering or cutting firewood is prohibited.. Always check current fire restrictions before your trip, as conditions change seasonally.

How many campsites does Oxbow Regional Park Campground have?

Oxbow Regional Park Campground has 86 campsites. Sites vary in size, privacy, and amenities. Check availability online to find the best site for your needs.

Are dogs allowed at Oxbow Regional Park Campground?

Pets are not allowed at Oxbow Regional Park Campground. This policy helps protect local wildlife and other campers. Consider nearby pet-friendly campgrounds if traveling with animals.

What amenities are available at Oxbow Regional Park Campground?

Oxbow Regional Park Campground offers: Restrooms, Showers. See our detailed campground page for the full list of facilities and features.

What activities can I do at Oxbow Regional Park Campground?

Popular activities at Oxbow Regional Park Campground include Hiking, Fishing, Swimming, Boating, Wildlife Viewing. The surrounding area offers plenty of outdoor recreation opportunities for all skill levels.

Oxbow Regional Park Campground

4.66

37 reviews

3010 SE Oxbow Parkway, Gresham, OR 97080

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Quick Facts

171 ft

Price

$25 - $200/night

Booking

Reservable

Sites

86 campsites

Season

Year-round

Cell

No Service

Pets

No Pets

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Real-Time Availability

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April 2026

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Quick Facts

171 ft

Price

$25 - $200/night

Booking

Reservable

Sites

86 campsites

Season

Year-round

Cell

No Service

Pets

No Pets

RV FriendlyShowers

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Oxbow Regional Park Campground

$25.00 - $200.00 / night

Campsite Fees

Standard campsite: $25 per night per site. One vehicle included; $5 fee for a second vehicle paid on day of entry (maximum two cars per site). Group...

Standard Site Fee$0.00

Hookup Site Fee$0.00

Premium Site Fee$0.00

Hike and Bike Site Fee$0.00

Group Site Fee$0.00

Food Storage Locker Fee$0.00

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What Campers Say

4.66

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Based on 37 reviews

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"Visitors consistently praise the wooded, riverside setting, well-spaced private sites, maintained restrooms and free hot showers, and responsive park staff. Common negatives reported are strict gate hours/no re-entry, limited or spotty cell service, and summer crowds at river day-use areas."

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3010 SE Oxbow Parkway, Gresham, OR 97080

Oxbow Regional Park Campground

3010 SE Oxbow Parkway, Gresham, OR 97080

Best Time to Camp at Oxbow Regional Park Campground

Summer offers the warm, sun-dappled river days that make Oxbow shine. Expect daytime highs around 70–85°F and cool nights in the 50s, ideal for swimming, boating, and lounging on sandy river beaches. Trail hiking and wildlife viewing are at their best with dry, firm trails and long daylight hours, though weekends can be busy; weekdays and early or late summer are noticeably quieter. Keep an eye on Oregon wildfire smoke during hot, dry stretches and plan for full campsites from late June through August. Spring and fall bring fewer crowds, good hiking conditions, and active wildlife, but also rain and muddy trails. The campground stays open year-round for visitors who don't mind the wet, cold solitude of a Pacific Northwest winter.

Best

Summer(Jun-Aug)

4.0 / 5

Top 12% in OR

Popular summer swimming and beach use; gate hours May–Sept; day-use areas can be crowded.

Planning Tips

Operating Season: Campground open year-round. Seasonal gate/hours posted: May 1–Sept 14: 6:30 a.m.–8 p.m.; Sept 15–Oct 31: 6:30 a.m.–6 p.m.; Nov 1–Mar 14: 6:30 a.m.–5 p.m.; Mar 15–Apr 30: 6:30 a.m.–7 p.m.

About Oxbow Regional Park Campground

Oxbow Regional Park Campground sits in a wooded bend of the Sandy River, 25 miles east of Portland near Gresham. The park offers 86 sites (74 drive-up, 12 pull-through) beneath dense conifers, with free hot showers, heated restrooms, and 12 miles of riverside trails. Sites run $25–200 per night and fill quickly in summer; reservations open one day to nine months ahead.

Drive-up campground with individual sites, a separate group camp area, and RV-designated pull-through sites (no hookups).

Weather and SeasonsSummer offers the warm, sun-dappled river days that make Oxbow shine. Expect daytime highs around 70–85°F and cool nights in the 50s, ideal for swimming, boating, and lounging on sandy river beaches. Trail hiking and wildlife viewing are at their best with dry, firm trails and long daylight hours, though weekends can be busy; weekdays and early or late summer are noticeably quieter. Keep an eye on Oregon wildfire smoke during hot, dry stretches and plan for full campsites from late June through August. Spring and fall bring fewer crowds, good hiking conditions, and active wildlife, but also rain and muddy trails. The campground stays open year-round for visitors who don't mind the wet, cold solitude of a Pacific Northwest winter.

Natural Features and SceneryThe Sandy River carves through thick riparian forest here, creating pockets of sandy beaches and pooled eddies that draw swimmers and anglers. Douglas fir and western red cedar crowd the understory, screening campsites from each other and filtering the light into shifting green shade. Trails wind along the riverbank and through the floodplain, past moss-covered nurse logs and seasonal wildflowers. Deer walk through camp regularly. During fall spawning runs, salmon push upstream in the shallows. The setting feels remote despite the proximity to Gresham. No river views from most campsites, but the sound of moving water reaches most loops.

Geological RegionSandy River floodplain / riparian corridor

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Check-in

2p.m.

Check-out

12 p.m. (noon)

Stay Limit

Maximum 14-night stay
maximum 28 nights in a six-month period.

Tents

Tents are allowed

RV vehicles

RV vehicles are allowed

Primitive

Primitive camping is not allowed

Reservable

Reservations are allowed

Reservation PlatformsMetro reservation system (reserve a campsite link on Metro's site; reservations accepted 1 day to 9 months in advance).

Cancellation PolicyFull refund if canceled at least two days in advance. Reservations canceled less than two days before arrival are non-refundable. Group camp rescheduling: $20 change fee if done at least 7 days before reservation; differing refund rules for group camp cancellations (full refund if canceled 31+ days before; limited refund if 30 days or less).

Total Campsites86 campsites

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Amenities available

Showers

Flush toilets

Fire rings

Picnic tables

Vault toilets

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Activities you can enjoy

Riverside, forested park offering trail-based recreation, river access and wildlife viewing centered on the Sandy River corridor. Boating and fishing are supported; swimming and other water play are common among visitors.

Hiking

Fishing

Swimming

Boating

Wildlife viewing

Policies & Safety

Hazards & AlertsPark materials note recent flood damage in some areas, closed equestrian trails and downed trees at times; the boat launch and low-lying areas can be affected by flooding. Gates close at posted times each evening with no re-entry after closure; emergencies have posted gate directions and an on-site call box.

No Potable WaterThis campground does not have potable water on-site. Bring all the water you need for drinking, cooking, and cleaning.

No Cell ServiceCell phone service is not available at this campground. Plan accordingly for emergencies and download offline maps before arriving.

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Reviews

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4.7

37 reviews

Top-Rated

Oxbow Regional Park Campground is top-rated, placing it in the top 15% of campgrounds based on reviews

Visitors consistently praise the wooded, riverside setting, well-spaced private sites, maintained restrooms and free hot showers, and responsive park staff. Common negatives reported are strict gate hours/no re-entry, limited or spotty cell service, and summer crowds at river day-use areas.

Review Summaries

Based on 37 reviews

What Campers Love

Wooded, riverside campsites with good privacy; 74 drive-up sites and 12 pull-through RV sites; free hot showers and accessible heated restrooms with flush toilets; life-jacket stations and a large...

Based on 37 reviews

Pro Tips & Recommendations

Reserve in advance (reservations accepted one day to nine months ahead); arrive at least an hour before gate closure; note one vehicle included with a reservation and $5 fee for a second vehicle;...

Based on 37 reviews

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