Quick Summary:

  • Q: What makes Oregon geographically unique?
    • A: Oregon is home to beautiful, rugged coastlines, towering mountains, deep forested valleys, dense woodlands, and arid desert-scapes, making it one of the country’s most geographically diverse states.
  • Q: What natural water features does Oregon have?
    • A: Numerous streams, lakes, rivers, and waterways, with some of the deepest, broadest, brightest, and most spectacular lakes and reservoirs in the country, making for spectacular places to explore.
  • Q: What is a great way to explore Oregon’s natural beauty?
    • A: What better way to do this than by camping?
  • Q: Where can people camp in Oregon?
    • A: Whether you want to escape for a weekend with the family or spend a few days hiking through the magnificent wilderness with friends, here are some of Oregon’s top spots for spending a night or two in the wild.


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1. Beachside State Recreation Site ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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Beachside State Recreation Site | Campgrounds in Oregon
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2. Beverly Beach State Park ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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Beverly Beach State Park | Campgrounds in Oregon
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3. Bullards Beach State Park

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Bullards Beach State Park | Campgrounds in Oregon
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4. Cape Blanco State Park

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Cape Blanco State Park | Campgrounds in Oregon
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5. Cape Lookout State Park Campground

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Cape Lookout State Park Campground | Campgrounds in Oregon
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6. Carl G. Washburne Memorial State Park

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Carl G. Washburne Memorial State Park | Campgrounds in Oregon
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7. Cascadia State Park

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Cascadia State Park | Campgrounds in Oregon
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8. Champoeg State Heritage Area

Champoeg State Heritage Area | Campgrounds in Oregon
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9. Cottonwood Canyon State Park

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Cottonwood Canyon State Park | Campgrounds in Oregon
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10. Crater Lake National Park

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Crater Lake National Park | Campgrounds in Oregon
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11. Deschutes River State Recreation Area

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Deschutes River State Recreation Area | Campgrounds in Oregon
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12. Detroit Lake State Recreation Area

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Detroit Lake State Recreation Area | Campgrounds in Oregon
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13. Fort Stevens State Park

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Fort Stevens State Park | Campgrounds in Oregon
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14. Harris Beach State Park

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Harris Beach State Park | Campgrounds in Oregon
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15. Jessie M. Honeyman Memorial State Park

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Jessie M. Honeyman Memorial State Park | Campgrounds in Oregon
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16. Joseph H. Stewart State Recreation Area Campground

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Joseph H. Stewart State Recreation Area Campground | Campgrounds in Oregon
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17. La Pine State Park

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La Pine State Park | Campgrounds in Oregon
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18. Nehalem Bay State Park

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Nehalem Bay State Park | Campgrounds in Oregon
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19. Nottingham Campground

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Nottingham Campground | Campgrounds in Oregon
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20. Silver Falls State Park

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Silver Falls State Park | Campgrounds in Oregon
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21. Sunset Bay State Park

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Sunset Bay State Park | Campgrounds in Oregon
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22. The Cove Palisades State Park

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The Cove Palisades State Park | Campgrounds in Oregon
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23. Tillicum Beach Campground

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Tillicum Beach Campground | Campgrounds in Oregon
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24. Wallowa Lake State Park

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Wallowa Lake State Park | Campgrounds in Oregon
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