Typical view of Overlook camping area and rest building
Overlook grassy play and picnic area
Picnic shelter with stone pillars.

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Fire Pit Fire Pit

About Eagle Creek Overlook Grp Site

Eagle Creek Overlook Group Site is set on a forested bluff above the Columbia River, providing an ideal setting for family gatherings and group events. Developed by the Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC) in the 1930s as a place to view construction of the Bonneville Dam, this site features CCC masonry and offers expansive views of the Columbia River and mountains rising from the gorge.

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30 reviews

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Eagle Creek Overlook Group Site is a beautiful campground with a fantastic location, featuring well-maintained grounds and friendly, helpful camp hosts. Visitors enjoy the peaceful atmosphere, scenic views of the dam, and the charm of historical stonework. While occasional train sounds may be heard, many find them pleasant, making this spot a highly recommended destination for nature lovers.

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4.9

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Christiana C

August 4, 2021

Absolutely fabulous place, well-kept, unbeatable location and views. The camp host, Nancy, was very knowledgeable and gave us great insight about the area and ideas for adventures.

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Christiana C

August 4, 2021

Absolutely fabulous place, well-kept, unbeatable location and views. The camp host, Nancy, was very knowledgeable and gave us great insight about the area and ideas for adventures.

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Courtney O

September 20, 2021

The site is beautiful and perfect for a large group, especially for a family reunion or similar event. Big negative is the noise from the highway and the train, definitely recommend bringing ear plugs if you are sleeping in a tent. The camp host is very nice, but I am not used to having a camp host at a group site and thought it was a little odd as usually you reserve a group site for privacy. Also lots of random people walking through even when the gates are locked. Overall though would definitely recommend if you were looking for something close to the metro to accommodate a lot of people.

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Courtney O

September 20, 2021

The site is beautiful and perfect for a large group, especially for a family reunion or similar event. Big negative is the noise from the highway and the train, definitely recommend bringing ear plugs if you are sleeping in a tent. The camp host is very nice, but I am not used to having a camp host at a group site and thought it was a little odd as usually you reserve a group site for privacy. Also lots of random people walking through even when the gates are locked. Overall though would definitely recommend if you were looking for something close to the metro to accommodate a lot of people.

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Jamie I

October 7, 2021

Fantastic spot. If traffic/train noise bothers you do not use this site as the sounds can be heard throughout the site. Very clean facilities and we love the updated bathrooms. We will be going back!

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Jamie I

October 7, 2021

Fantastic spot. If traffic/train noise bothers you do not use this site as the sounds can be heard throughout the site. Very clean facilities and we love the updated bathrooms. We will be going back!

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Timothy H

May 30, 2022

This is a favorite spot, so happy it’s here to use! This place has seen some good infrastructure improvements lately. As always, Look out for poison oak! Most camping areas are cleared, but the surrounding slopes and underbrush (where the dogs like to explore) are a minor hazard.

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Timothy H

May 30, 2022

This is a favorite spot, so happy it’s here to use! This place has seen some good infrastructure improvements lately. As always, Look out for poison oak! Most camping areas are cleared, but the surrounding slopes and underbrush (where the dogs like to explore) are a minor hazard.

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jean B

June 2, 2022

Nancy the camp host is truly the "hostess with the mostess". She goes above and beyond, even anticipating what our needs and wishes might be. She is full of suggestions and information and knowledge.
The setting is so beautiful, and so absolutely comfortable, for relaxing, sightseeing, hiking, fishing, kayaking, exploring town, etc., etc. And a great covered and inside pavilion with fireplace if it's cold or rainy. So much room, and very special spots to tent or RV. I love this place.

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jean B

June 2, 2022

Nancy the camp host is truly the "hostess with the mostess". She goes above and beyond, even anticipating what our needs and wishes might be. She is full of suggestions and information and knowledge.
The setting is so beautiful, and so absolutely comfortable, for relaxing, sightseeing, hiking, fishing, kayaking, exploring town, etc., etc. And a great covered and inside pavilion with fireplace if it's cold or rainy. So much room, and very special spots to tent or RV. I love this place.

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Location & Directions for Eagle Creek Overlook Grp Site

902 Wasco Avenue, Suite 200, Cascade Locks, OR 97014 United States

Elevation: 50 ft

Getting There

From Portland, OR: Travel east on Interstate 84. Take exit #41 "Eagle Creek Recreation Area", just past the tunnel. Make sure you are in the right lane before you enter the tunnel. At end of long off-ramp, turn left at the stop sign. Turn left ag...

Nearest town

Cascade Locks, OR - 3.2 mi

About 6 min to downtown

Highway access

Eagle Creek Overlook Group Campground is accessible via Interstate 84, with exit #41 providing direct access to the campground.

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