Pro scans every minute· 119K campsites tracked

Moderate to BookNational Forest

Oak Fork Campground (Timothy Lake, or)

Mt. Hood National Forest, Oregon

Sold out? We check Oak Fork Campground (Timothy Lake, or) for cancellations and email you the moment a site opens.

Cancellation alerts

Sold out for your dates?

ArriveLeave

Free to start. Email alerts included.

As of October 2026, Oak Fork Campground (Timothy Lake, or) is a campground in Mt. Hood National Forest, Oregon with 47 campsites. Oak Fork Campground (Timothy Lake, or) is booked through Recreation.gov.

PermitSnag checks Oak Fork Campground (Timothy Lake, or) for availability and tells alert holders when a site opens up.
Oak Fork Campground (Timothy Lake, or) is located at 45.1150° N, 121.7708° W.

people allowed on 32 of 47 sites: 6

Oak Fork Campground (Timothy Lake, or) reservations and next available dates

October 2026

November 2026

open, tap to book on Recreation.govsold outin your alert

Stay and booking rules

Changes allowed: 2 change(s) per reservation
Campsites held at once: 4 campsite(s) held
Maximum consecutive stay: 9 consecutive nights
Maximum reservations at once: 4 reservations

Published by Recreation.gov for Oak Fork Campground (Timothy Lake, or), read on September 30, 2026.

Campsites at Oak Fork Campground (Timothy Lake, or)

31718392741456789101112131415161920212223242526ABCDEFGH282930313233343536373840

Standard 33
Tent 8
Cabin 6
Accessible 11

What an RV fits

35 ft1 site

Amenities

restrooms
potable water
camp store

At a glance: Setting: Mountain.

Things to do: fishing, boating, swimming, hiking, photography, horse riding.

All sites at Oak Fork Campground (Timothy Lake, or), as listed by Recreation.gov

Site	Loop	Type	Sleeps	Max RV	Access
003	Cabin, Pet, Rustic	Cabin	5	-	Accessible
017	Cabin, Pet, Rustic	Cabin	5	-	Accessible
018	Cabin, Pet, Rustic	Cabin	5	-	Accessible
039	Cabin, Pet, Rustic	Cabin	5	-	Accessible
027	Cabin, Rustic	Cabin	5	-	Accessible
041	Cabin, Rustic	Cabin	5	-	Accessible
004	East	Standard	6	-	-
005	East	Standard	6	-	-
006	East	Standard	6	-	-
007	East	Standard	5	-	Accessible
008	East	Standard	6	-	-
009	East	Standard	6	-	-
010	East	Standard	6	-	-
011	East	Standard	6	-	-
012	East	Standard	6	-	-
013	East	Standard	6	-	-
014	East	Standard	6	-	-
015	East	Standard	6	-	-
016	East	Standard	6	-	-
019	East	Standard	6	-	-
020	East	Standard	6	-	-
021	East	Standard	6	-	-
022	East	Standard	6	-	-
023	East	Standard	6	-	Accessible

Site	Loop	Type	Sleeps	Max RV	Access
024	East	Standard	6	-	-
025	East	Standard	6	-	-
026	East	Standard	6	-	-
A	Hike To	Tent	4	-	Accessible
B	Hike To	Tent	4	-	Accessible
C	Hike To	Tent	4	-	-
D	Hike To	Tent	4	-	-
E	Hike To	Tent	4	-	-
F	Hike To	Tent	4	-	-
G	Hike To	Tent	4	-	-
H	Hike To	Tent	4	-	-
028	West	Standard	6	-	Accessible
029	West	Standard	6	-	-
030	West	Standard	6	-	-
031	West	Standard	6	-	-
032	West	Standard	6	-	-
033	West	Standard	6	-	-
034	West	Standard	6	35 ft	-
035	West	Standard	6	-	-
036	West	Standard	6	-	-
037	West	Standard	6	-	-
038	West	Standard	6	-	-
040	West	Standard	6	-	-

About Oak Fork Campground (Timothy Lake, or)

Overview

Oak Fork Campground is located on the shores of Timothy Lake in the shadow of Oregon's Mt. Hood. The surrounding forest setting offers spectacular views, miles of trails for exploration and abundant fishing.

Recreation

Proximity to Timothy Lake allows campers to enjoy a variety of water-related recreation activities, including boating and sailing, as well as swimming, windsurfing and fishing. Anglers can expect a catch of kokanee salmon and a variety of trout .

A range of trails are located in the area. The Timothy Lake Trail is popular for hiking, mountain biking and horseback riding. The 12 miles of relatively level terrain loops trekkers around the lake, providing scenic views of the area. It connects to the Pacific Crest National Scenic Trail, a lengthy hike that extends across three states, from the borders of Canada and Mexico. Portions of that trail also lead southwest to Clackamas Lake Campground.

The Clackamas Lake Ranger Station Historic District is less than 2 miles from the campground. It was built to house forest service workers in the early 1900s. The rustic architecture and historic nature of the buildings and the surrounding area draws thousands of tourists each year.

Facilities

The campground offers 36 single-family campsites, six cabins, and eight hike-to sites with some of these as accessible sites. Each site is equipped with a picnic table and fire grill. Accessible vault toilets and drinking water are provided. An on-site host is available for questions regarding the campground and surrounding area.

Sleeping cabins are furnished with a twin over twin bunk, a twin over full bunk, a table and two chairs. The beds have mattresses, but please bring your own bedding. Cooking and smoking in cabins is prohibited and pets are not allowed in the cabins or at the cabin sites. Cabins are nonelectric.

The nearest gas station/convenience store is about 18 miles away, west on Hwy. 26. The nearest grocery store is in Government Camp, about 23 miles away, west on Hwy. 26.

Natural Features

The campground is situated on the southeastern shore of the roughly 1,400-acre lake, at an elevation of 3,400 feet. Timothy Lake was created in 1956 as a storage reservoir for the Oak Grove Hydroelectric Project. It is one of the larger lakes in the Mt. Hood National Forest.

Nearby Attractions

Oak Fork is about 27 miles from the base of majestic Mt. Hood, the highest point in Oregon. The historic Timberline Lodge in Government Camp offers scenic views of the snow-capped mountain.

Contact Info

Between 05/26/2023 and 09/09/2023 this location is staffed. Please call (503) 834-2215 to speak with local staff. From 11/22/2022 to 05/25/2023 this location is unstaffed. Please call (503) 464-8515 for general information.

Charges & Cancellations

A service fee will apply if you change or cancel your reservation. Late cancellations are subject to additional fees. For full details see the Recreation.Gov, Rules & Reservation Policies.

Rules and notices at Oak Fork Campground (Timothy Lake, or)

Recreation.gov does not date these notices. We last read them on September 30, 2026. Check Oak Fork Campground (Timothy Lake, or) on Recreation.gov

Notices from Recreation.gov

Check-In/Out : Sites must be occupied each night . Check-in starts at 4 PM. Check-out is 12 PM. Sites unoccupied by 12 PM the day after the start the reservation will be forfeited without refund and resold. Call the campground office (503-834-2215) if you cannot arrive the first day of your reservation.

Generators : Generator use is permitted from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM . Due to customer feedback, we ask that campers refrain from using open-frame , construction-style generators, as they create excessive noise and may violate our peace and quiet rules. Generators are PROHIBITED after 8 PM and before 8 AM including to power medical devices or other equipment.

Parking : There is a $10 fee per day for each extra vehicle . One vehicle is included with single campsite, two with a double site. Please check your site's driveway length . This may limit the number and size of vehicles at your site.

Maximum Occupancy : Standard Sites = 6 persons. Cabins = 5 persons. Hike-To sites = 4 persons (small tent only).

RV Water Tanks : Please fill your water tanks before arriving. We do not have fill stations. Filling at campsite water standpipes is prohibited.

Pets : Pets are NOT permitted in cabins or at cabin sites , except #3, #17, #18 and #39 (pet-friendly cabins, max 2 pets). Pets at tent and RV sites must be on leash and in the presence of the handler.

Day Use : Day use parking permits are required at this location. Campers must display their hang tag. Daily parking permits are $10. Northwest Forest Passes and Interagency America the Beautiful Passes are honored.

Registration : If you booked for someone else, please update the reservation with their information. The person listed is responsible for the activities of everyone at the site.

Wildfires : Before arrival, check your destination for wildfires , fire restrictions and air quality .

Non-Refundable Fees : Service fees such as reservation fees, cancellation fees, and change fees are non-refundable. They are retained by the reservation service contractor, not by PGE or the U.S. Forest Service.

This campground is managed by Portland General Electric , under a partnership with the U.S. Forest Service as a part of the Clackamas River Hydroelectric Project FERC No. 2195. Contact PGE Parks and Recreation for more information: PortlandGeneral.com/parks , 503-464-8515, pgeparks@pgn.com.

More Information : Park Rules , Boater Regulations , Mt. Hood National Forest , Portland General Electric .

Firewood: Buy it where you burn it. Did you know? Invasive insects and diseases can hitchhike in on logs, and they can destroy forests. Keep firewood local: under 10 miles is best, and 50 is too far. Learn more: dontmovefirewood.org

Cannabis : Please remember that Timothy Lake is on federal lands. While cannabis is legal in Oregon, possession and use are illegal on National Forest lands including in campgrounds.

Recreation.gov permit and campground cancellations →

Oak Fork Campground (Timothy Lake, or) FAQ

How hard is it to get a campsite at Oak Fork Campground (Timothy Lake, or)?

Oak Fork Campground (Timothy Lake, or) is rated "Moderate to Book" based on historical demand. With 47 sites available, you have good chances of finding availability, especially on weekdays.

How do I find last-minute availability at Oak Fork Campground (Timothy Lake, or)?

Cancellations happen frequently at Oak Fork Campground (Timothy Lake, or), especially 1-2 weeks before check-in dates. PermitSnag monitors availability 24/7 and sends instant alerts when sites open up due to cancellations. This is often the best way to snag popular campsites.

How many campsites does Oak Fork Campground (Timothy Lake, or) have?

Oak Fork Campground (Timothy Lake, or) has 47 campsites.