Indian Henry Campground

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Clackamas Rive at Indian Henry Campground,  Mt. Hood National Forest,  Oregon
Clackamas Rive at Indian Henry Campground,  Mt. Hood National Forest,  Oregon

Indian Henry Campground

Mt. Hood National Forest


Indian Henry Campground

Indian Henry Campground is along the Clackamas River in the Mt. Hood National Forest. This popular campground has suffered from laminated root rot in recent years, which forced the Forest Service to close portions of the campground while removing infected trees. More recently the Riverside Fire damaged the campgound, and the campground is currently closed. (2023)

Indian Henry Campground provides good access to the Clackamas River for fishing and hiking along riverside trails. The Clackamas River Trail is open to hiking and mountain biking. From the campground, the trail extends 8 miles up the river.

Indian Henry Campground has 86 campsites when it is fully open. Thirty-six of the sites can accommodate RVs, trailers, and tents. Forty-six sites are designated for tents only. Some sites are available first-come, first-served; but most campsites can be reserved prior to arrival.

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Indian Henry Campground Basics
Indian Henry Campground Location: Highway 224, 22½ miles east of Estacada, then turn right onto Forest Road 4620 and then shortly look for the paved parking lot across from Indian Henry Campground.
Elevation: 1,250 feet
Nearby Gateway Cities: Portland - 54 miles
Salem - 81 miles
Number of Sites: 86 when full open
Currently (2019) 19 tent sites in Section C and 7 sites in Section B
Open - Closed: Open May through mid-September
Max. People per single site: 6
Vehicles per single site: 1 vehicle (fee for additional vehicles)
Pets: On leash, always attended
Operated by Mount Hood Recreation for Mt. Hood National Forest
Clackamas River Ranger District: (503) 630-6861

Indian Henry Campground Reservations
Reservations Available Reservations are available for campsites 2 days to 6 months in advance of arrival date.
Maximum vehicle length: 40 feet
Wheelchair accessible sites: None designated, but restroom are accessible
Fees: Standard campsites - $22.29 per night ($2 more on holiday weekends)
(plus $10 reservation fee)
Campground Map: Indian Henry Campground Map
Campground Reservations: Indian Henry Campground Reservations
Check-in, check-out: Check-in: 2:00 PM, check-out: Noon
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Indian Henry Campground Amenities
Campsites: Picnic table, campfire ring with grill; no hook-ups
Campground: Vault toilets, piped water
Showers: No
Dump station: No
Attractions near Indian Henry Campground:



General Camping Information

Opening and closing dates of campgrounds are only estimates, usually dependent on weather conditions. Not all campsites can accommodate trailers or RVs of all lengths. Check carefully on the website when you make your reservation to be sure your vehicle will fit your campsite.

In order to prevent the spread of invasive insects, firewood from outside the area is not permitted.

Accessible Sites

Designated Accessible sites are reserved for people with disabilities who have a vehicle displaying an accessible parking placard or license plate



Indian Henry Campground, Mount Hood National Forest, Oregon

Indian Henry Campground

Mt. Hood National Forest
Attractions and Activities

  • Fish in the Clackamas River (check local fishing regulations)
  • Seek out local dirt roads for mountain biking adventures.
  • Rent a boat at nearby North Fork Reservoir at Get&Go Promontory Marina. They offer pontoon boats, fishing boats, row boats, kayaks, and jet skis.
  • Hike the 4-mile-long, scenic National Recreation Trail along the river from Rainbow Campground to Riverside Campground. Fish and boat in the nearby Clackamas River.
  • Bagby Hot Springs is located about 14 miles southwest of the campground.
  • Fish for rainbow trout in North Fork Reservoir.
  • Go on a whitewater rafting adventure on the Clackamas River with Blue Sky Rafting. From just below Indian Henry campground to the North Fork Reservoir, the river is 12.5 miles of Class III-IV whitewater.
  • Explore local hiking trails.
  • Spend the day at Milo McIver State Park.
  • Head upstream to the Fish Creek Trailhead for some adventurous hiking. Hike along the Clackamas River Trail.

Key Indian Henry Campground Regulations

  1. Fires are only permitted in designated fire receptacles and must be attended. Fires must be extinguished upon departure.
  2. Pets must be kept on leash and attended at all times.
  3. Quiet Hours extend from 10:00 PM to 6:00 AM.
  4. Prevent the spread of invasive pests by obtaining firewood locally.
  5. Fires are only permitted in designated fire receptacles and must be attended. Fires must be extinguished upon departure.

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