Kinnikinnick (Laurance Lake) Campground

Great site, very spacious and although it’s not directly on the water it’s only steps away. You do have to “hike in” but it’s a very short walk, maybe 30 ft at most. Pit toilet by the boat ramp was pretty terrible, but we were there right after 4th of July weekend and there was a heat wave, both things which impacted its state. Make sure to bring a paddle board or kayak to check out the gorgeous view of Mt Hood from the water (the mountain is behind the campground and not visible unless you are on the water). The road in was washed out but our Explorer managed it fine as well as our friend’s small rv.

Love to camp and paddle board here!

The camp host was a real stickler, threatening us about every rule and we did nothing wrong.

Love to camp and paddle board here!

The camp host was a real stickler, threatening us about every rule and we did nothing wrong.

We really enjoyed our night at this campground and site 1 was very secluded. Would definitely come back!

We really enjoyed our night at this campground and site 1 was very secluded. Would definitely come back!

Campsite 3 was great - fully shaded with a nice large spot for a tent. On one side, there was the road to enter the area, and on the other was the road to one of the boat ramps, so there was some people moving on both sides, but on the weekend we were there, everyone was respectful and moved along quickly. The road in was mostly paved with about a quarter mile unpaved section and one deep ditch that our CRV did fine with. The host was active and welcomed us when we parked and was available if we needed anything. He was selling wood bundles for $10 but also let us know there were plenty of felled trees around we could use for our campfire. Definitely no water or no service but we had a lovely time!

We were rained upon the entire trip, but the campsite itself was excellent. Access to the water was easy, the lake was spectacular, water is clear and clean, the no-bait fishing rule helps with that certainly. It is well maintained and people clearly work to keep the site clear of trash and such. Just a great out of the way spot.

Campsite 3 was great - fully shaded with a nice large spot for a tent. On one side, there was the road to enter the area, and on the other was the road to one of the boat ramps, so there was some people moving on both sides, but on the weekend we were there, everyone was respectful and moved along quickly. The road in was mostly paved with about a quarter mile unpaved section and one deep ditch that our CRV did fine with. The host was active and welcomed us when we parked and was available if we needed anything. He was selling wood bundles for $10 but also let us know there were plenty of felled trees around we could use for our campfire. Definitely no water or no service but we had a lovely time!