Rainbow Campground is beside the Oak Grove Fork of the Clackamas River in the Mt. Hood National Forest. The main fork of the Clackamas River is nearby, providing whitewater rafting and fishing. A wonderful, 4-mile National Recreation Trail along the river connects Rainbow Campground with Riverside Campground.
Rainbow Campground has 14 campsites for tent camping. Mature cedars provide plenty of shade for the campground. Some sites are available first-come, first-served; but most campsites can be reserved prior to arrival.
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
Rainbow Campground
Mt. Hood National Forest
Attractions and Activities
Fish in the Oak Fork and the main Clackamas River (check local fishing regulations).
Seek out local dirt roads for mountain biking.
Bagby Hot Springs is located about 13 miles southwest of the campground.
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.
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.
