Pine Point (Timothy Lake, OR)
Pine Point Campground is located on the shores of Timothy Lake in the shadow of Oregon's Mt. Hood. It is a beautiful place for individuals, families and larger groups to camp and enjoy nature with a standard sites and a large group camp as well as miles of scenic trails around the lake providing endless recreation possibilities.
The campground offers dozens of single-family campsites and five large-group campsites, available for tent and RV camping. Sites are equipped with tables and campfire rings with grills. Accessible vault toilets and drinking water are provided. An on-site host is available at the campground.
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.
Notifications and Alerts
Timothy Lake is currently only accessible from the east (Hwy 26) due to the 2020 wildfires. Please see the Forest Service closure orders and map for more information.
FIRE RESTRICTIONS are in effect on the Mt. Hood National Forest. Open fires and charcoal grills are PROHIBITED in all areas. Portable stoves, lanterns and heating devices (like fire pits) with gas/liquid fuels that can be turned off quickly are permitted. For details, visit the Mt. Hood National Forest webpage.
Need to Know
NOTICE: Pine Point includes both single- and double-occupancy campsites - please be aware that larger groups may make more noise and sound travels easily.
Occupancy: Sites must be occupied each night of the reservation—unoccupied sites will be forfeited without refund and resold. Please call the campground within 24 hours of check-in with questions.
Vehicle Fees: There is a $10 additional fee per day for each additional vehicle. One vehicle is included with a single site; two with a double. Vehicles joined to the first vehicle by a hitch and towed onto the site are NOT subject to additional fees.
Parking: Please check your site's driveway length—this may limit the number of vehicles and size of RV at your site.
Maximum Occupancy: Standard Sites = 6 persons. Double Sites = 12 persons.
Generators: Generators are prohibited during quiet hours. Generators may not be run during quiet hours to power medical devices or other equipment.
Day Use: Day use permits are required at this location. Campers can display their camping receipt. Daily parking permits are $10. Northwest Forest Passes and Interagency America the Beautiful Passes are honored.
Refunds: Refund requests made through www.recreation.gov will be charged a $10 processing fee. This fee and the non-refundable reservation fee is retained by the reservation service contractor, not by PGE or the National Forest.
This campground is managed by Portland General Electric, under a partnership with the U.S. Forest Service; 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.
Natural Features
The campground is situated on the south 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. The campground is nestled in a mixed conifer forest, with many sites with views of the water's edge.
Nearby Attractions
Pine Point is about 28 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.
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 3 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.
Changes & Cancellations
A service fee will apply if you change or cancel your reservation. Late cancellations are subject to additional fees. For details, see the Recreation.Gov, Rules & Reservation Policies.
Contact Information
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Skyline Rd Timothy Lake OR
Phone Number
For campground inquiries, please call: 503-464-8515
Rental Options
Learn more about gear rental options for your trip
Driving Directions
From Sandy, Oregon, travel east on Highway 26 for approximately 40 miles to Skyline Road/Road 42. Turn right on Skyline Road and continue south for about 9 miles. Turn right on Forest Service Road 57 and travel west for 3 miles, then turn right again at the Pine Point Campground entrance sign.
Available Campsites
- Site East Loop Group Camp, Loop PINE POINT GROUP CAMPGROUND, Type Group Standard Area Nonelectric
- Site 007, Loop AREA PINE POINT, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 025, Loop AREA PINE POINT, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 008, Loop AREA PINE POINT, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 019, Loop AREA PINE POINT, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 002, Loop AREA PINE POINT, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 015, Loop AREA PINE POINT, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 014, Loop AREA PINE POINT, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 001, Loop AREA PINE POINT, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 006, Loop AREA PINE POINT, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 024, Loop AREA PINE POINT, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 011, Loop AREA PINE POINT, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 012, Loop AREA PINE POINT, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 018, Loop AREA PINE POINT, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site West Loop Group Camp, Loop PINE POINT GROUP CAMPGROUND, Type Group Standard Area Nonelectric
- Site 013, Loop AREA PINE POINT, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 020, Loop AREA PINE POINT, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 021, Loop AREA PINE POINT, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 023, Loop AREA PINE POINT, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 022, Loop AREA PINE POINT, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 004, Loop AREA PINE POINT, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 016, Loop AREA PINE POINT, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 009, Loop AREA PINE POINT, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 005, Loop AREA PINE POINT, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 003, Loop AREA PINE POINT, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 010, Loop AREA PINE POINT, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 017, Loop AREA PINE POINT, Type Standard Nonelectric
