
Data Source: Recreation.gov
About
Overview Trillium Lake Campground is a beautiful and popular campground not far from the quaint town of Government Camp. It provides spectacular views of majestic Mt. Hood, Oregon's highest point. The campground is well-known for its scenery and abundant recreational opportunities, as well as being a great, family-friendly place to camp. Recreation Boating, swimming and fishing are popular on 63-acre Trillium Lake. A small boat ramp is available within the campground and a larger ramp is available in the nearby day-use area. An accessible fishing pier is also available. Anglers cast for a variety of trout. The 2-mile Trillium Shoreline Trail circles the lake, and parts of it are accessible. Visitors also enjoy hiking and biking on other trails in the vicinity. Tours of the area's historical sites are also popular. Facilities The campground offers dozens of single and double sites for tent and RV camping. Some first-come, first-served sites are available, as well as some fully accessible sites. Parking surfaces are mostly paved, but some are gravel. Each site is equipped with a table and campfire ring with grill. Accessible vault toilets and drinking water are provided. An accessible picnic shelter is adjacent and can accommodate up to 30 people. Parking is available. An accessible amphitheater within the campground can be reserved for day use and can accommodate up to 30 people. Educational programs are held on weekends throughout the summer. Natural Features The campground is located about 40 miles southeast of Portland, in the Mt. Hood National Forest. It sits alongside Trillium Lake at an elevation of 3,600 feet, and is nestled in a shady, mixed conifer forest that provides privacy between campsites. Nearby Attractions Timberline Lodge, a National Historic Landmark on Mt. Hood, is located within 10 miles of the campground. Contact Info For facility specific information, please call (503) 622-3191.
Around this stay
Nearest surrounding services and recreation within ~25 mi — not on-site amenities.
- 3.8 mi
dump station
Dump station
- 1.8 mi
fuel station
Chevron
- 2.5 mi
grocery
Govy General
- 3.9 mi
potable water
Potable water
- 1.3 mi
trailhead
Eureka Peak Trailhead
- 0.3 mi
attraction
Viewpoint
- < 0.1 mi
recreation site
Trillium Lake Day Use Area
Contact & access
- MT. HOOD · OR
- 503-630-5721
Reservations & demand
September weekends are typically reserved about 152 days ahead.
Based on 182 Recreation.gov reservations (Oct 2023–Sep 2024). Historical demand — not live availability.
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Source and verification
Last verified: 10/11/2026
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