Wheeler Gorge

Our group camped at site 54 and 56 with our rooftop tents.

Site 54
It is located at an intersection of one of the campground roads so it wasn't ideal to have headlights interrupting our fireside chats as campers drive in to the campground. Parking spur is relatively flat for a rooftop tent. Good set of trees for a hammock. Relatively close to vault toilets which were very clean. This site is not directly on the creek, but has easy access to it through site 55. Short walk to the nature trailhead just past site 39.

Site 56
Located right next to site 54 despite what the map shows. Parking spur is next to the dumpster and not ideal for a rooftop tent set up, but we made it work. The fire ring is up on a hill, secluded from other campers. Our group used the fire ring at this site as the main hangout and it was great fun.

We brought our own wood and also purchased wood on site when we ran low. It was very convenient. The camp host is very easygoing. We drove by most sites before we left. Next time we'd want to reserve sites 38 and 39 if we're bringing a group of more than 4. Those sites are right next to the nature trail, however also close to the main road. Site 34 also seemed very secluded and great for a group of 4-6.

Host is very nice

Had a great time! Very quiet and relaxing. Great host. We’ll be back.

Wheeler Gorge is a fantastic little hideaway! Not all of the sites are tent friendly, but if you get in on the upper loop, near the river you will have enough space for at least 2 large tents. This loop is also the quietest and furthest from Highway 33, not that any spot is particularly far from the highway.

Bring plenty of water, there is no running water (potable or otherwise) within the campground.

The Nature Trail is a nice little addition, check it out for a quick diversion!

Was a bummer to have dogs wonder into our campsite. We have a dog who is great with people and keeps to himself on leash in our site. Mayhem ensued when a few dogs wondered in in the dark. Isn’t much enforcement to make people keep their dogs in order.

campsite was well maintained , bathrooms cleaned regularly. camp host , I believe his name was Hector was super helpful and friendly.

Great for motorcycle camping

Beautiful location. Camp Hosts were efficient and cordial.Thoroughly enjoyed our stay......

Wheeler was a good time. There is a nice nature center right across the road with some really great taxidermy as well as other informational exhibits. Our campground was a little close to the road, and the adjoining sites were close enough that once might have to make friends to forgo constant accidental eye contact. Some other sites looked like they might have more privacy though. We will be back to try some of the other sites. It is worth noting that you are close enough to town to drive down for lunch and wine tasting. Perhaps 20 minutes one way. Big trees and a nice creek to explore as well.

We have stayed at Wheeler Gorge multiple times and have always enjoyed our trips. The camp hosts are friendly and helpful. The facilities were kept clean. It's a great place for a quick getaway, relaxing weekend. There is some highway noise, but if you get sites farther away from the road it is mostly quiet.