Kinnikinnick (Laurance Lake) Campground

Laurance Lake
Kinnikinnick (Laurance Lake) Campground
Kinnikinnick (Laurance Lake) Campground
Kinnikinnick (Laurance Lake) Campground
Kinnikinnick (Laurance Lake) Campground

Featured amenities

Waterfront Waterfront

Sites & Rates

Average nightly rates

15 total sites

RV Sites

5 sites

Tent Sites

10 sites

About Kinnikinnick (Laurance Lake) Campground

Kinnikinnick Campground is a hidden gem, situated north of Mt. Hood, just outside of Parkdale, Oregon. Sitting on Laurence Lake, Kinnikinnick Campground offers beautifully landscaped campsites with views of Laurence Lake and the wide-open hills that surround the lake.

Number of accommodations: 15

Seasonal information

2026 (Current year)

2026 Season availability

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Currently open - May 15 to Sep 15

Campground Amenities

Most popular amenities

Waterfront Waterfront
Water Access

Water Access

  • Lake Access

Views and Setting

  • View
  • Waterfront
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Rates, Sites & Availability

Select check-in and check-out dates to see real-time availability for each site.

15 Sites Available

Site
Price
001, Loop: Kinnikinnick (Laurance Lake) Campground Tent
4 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
🚐 003, Loop: Kinnikinnick (Laurance Lake) Campground RV
No Hookups
🚐 004, Loop: Kinnikinnick (Laurance Lake) Campground RV
No Hookups
🚐 007, Loop: Kinnikinnick (Laurance Lake) Campground RV
No Hookups
009, Loop: Kinnikinnick (Laurance Lake) Campground Tent
4 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
011, Loop: Kinnikinnick (Laurance Lake) Campground Tent
4 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
012, Loop: Kinnikinnick (Laurance Lake) Campground Tent
4 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
🚐 013, Loop: Kinnikinnick (Laurance Lake) Campground RV
No Hookups
014, Loop: Kinnikinnick (Laurance Lake) Campground Tent
2 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
🚐 016, Loop: Kinnikinnick (Laurance Lake) Campground RV
No Hookups
017, Loop: Kinnikinnick (Laurance Lake) Campground Tent
4 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
018, Loop: Kinnikinnick (Laurance Lake) Campground Tent
2 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
019, Loop: Kinnikinnick (Laurance Lake) Campground Tent
4 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
020, Loop: Kinnikinnick (Laurance Lake) Campground Tent
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
021, Loop: Kinnikinnick (Laurance Lake) Campground Tent
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly

Reviews (140)

What Guests Are Saying

Kinnikinnick Campground offers a beautiful setting by Laurance Lake, with well-maintained sites and friendly camp host Cindy, who is consistently praised for her helpfulness. Many visitors appreciate the clean facilities, great swimming and boating opportunities, and scenic views of Mt. Hood. Some concerns include limited privacy and a rough access road, but overall, the campground provides a pleasant experience for families and nature lovers.

Review Summary

4.1
140 reviews
5
52.1%
73
4
25.7%
36
3
10.0%
14
2
7.9%
11
1
4.3%
6

Dodie W

Verified

August 31, 2022 Stayed at: 014, Loop: Kinnikinnick (Laurance Lake) Campground

5

The road getting to the campground is pretty rough and really could be improved. The campground is nice and peaceful. Never saw the camp host come around.

Dodie W

Verified

August 31, 2022 Stayed at: 014, Loop: Kinnikinnick (Laurance Lake) Campground

5

The road getting to the campground is pretty rough and really could be improved. The campground is nice and peaceful. Never saw the camp host come around.

Karolis K

Verified

September 11, 2022 Stayed at: 007, Loop: Kinnikinnick (Laurance Lake) Campground

5

great remote location, the road to get there has a sketch section that goes over a little bridge, but otherwise really nice and remote location. some good hiking nearby and water for all your activities. the campground itself is well laid out and offers good seclusion as well as quick access to the bathroom, which btw was super clean for a campground pit.

the one big missing thing is drinking water. we filtered the water from the stream that flows into the lake.

Karolis K

Verified

September 11, 2022 Stayed at: 007, Loop: Kinnikinnick (Laurance Lake) Campground

5

great remote location, the road to get there has a sketch section that goes over a little bridge, but otherwise really nice and remote location. some good hiking nearby and water for all your activities. the campground itself is well laid out and offers good seclusion as well as quick access to the bathroom, which btw was super clean for a campground pit.

the one big missing thing is drinking water. we filtered the water from the stream that flows into the lake.

amanda b

Verified

June 4, 2023 Stayed at: 021, Loop: Kinnikinnick (Laurance Lake) Campground

5

Camp manager is always a hoot and extremely helpful. Clean toilets! Friendly neighbors.

amanda b

Verified

June 4, 2023 Stayed at: 021, Loop: Kinnikinnick (Laurance Lake) Campground

5

Camp manager is always a hoot and extremely helpful. Clean toilets! Friendly neighbors.

Angela B

Verified

June 6, 2023 Stayed at: 020, Loop: Kinnikinnick (Laurance Lake) Campground

5

Incredibly quiet, very pretty, friendly ranger/host, and clean bathrooms. We were at site 20 nestled in the center of the site away from the driveway, which was confusing to find at first because we didn't understand that it wasn't a drive up/park in site. We had to walk several yards to and from the car for supplies, but luckily we're fit. Foliage is pretty dense and the sites were very big, so there was a lot of privacy. And you can't beat the view of Mt Hood. We'll def be back.

Angela B

Verified

June 6, 2023 Stayed at: 020, Loop: Kinnikinnick (Laurance Lake) Campground

5

Incredibly quiet, very pretty, friendly ranger/host, and clean bathrooms. We were at site 20 nestled in the center of the site away from the driveway, which was confusing to find at first because we didn't understand that it wasn't a drive up/park in site. We had to walk several yards to and from the car for supplies, but luckily we're fit. Foliage is pretty dense and the sites were very big, so there was a lot of privacy. And you can't beat the view of Mt Hood. We'll def be back.

Thomas R

Verified

June 29, 2023 Stayed at: 020, Loop: Kinnikinnick (Laurance Lake) Campground

4

I appreciated that it was tent camping only and no motorized boats on this fairly large lake. Kept noise levels minimal. Lake water was still too cold for swimming in June. Campsites were not very private. The bathrooms were well maintained, better than most. Good base camp for other daytime explorations in the area.

Thomas R

Verified

June 29, 2023 Stayed at: 020, Loop: Kinnikinnick (Laurance Lake) Campground

4

I appreciated that it was tent camping only and no motorized boats on this fairly large lake. Kept noise levels minimal. Lake water was still too cold for swimming in June. Campsites were not very private. The bathrooms were well maintained, better than most. Good base camp for other daytime explorations in the area.

Location Kinnikinnick (Laurance Lake) Campground

Address:
5330 Imai Rd
Hood River, OR, 97031
United States

Highway access

Kinnikinnick Campground is accessible via I-84, with a route south on Highway 35 from Hood River to Parkdale, where signs direct visitors to Laurance Lake.

Elevation: 913 feet

Distance to downtown

23 mi drive to downtown Hood River (about 35 min)

Policies & Rules

General

  • There are no water, power or sewer hookups. No cell service. There is a 16 to 18" forge crossing the road at Elliot Creek. The forge is approximately 12' in width. The road is rough and not trailer friendly. 
  • Learn more about the Mt. Hood National Forest.
  • Don't Move Firewood: Please protect Pacific Northwest forests by preventing the spread of invasive species. Firewood can carry insects and diseases that can threaten the health of our western forests. You can make a difference by obtaining and burning your firewood near your camping destination. Visit Dontmovefirewood.org for further information.
  • Campground taxes and fees: 2%
  • There is no selling or swapping of sites among guests.
  • Site Fee includes ONE vehicle. Additional vehicles on site will be required to pay additional vehicle fee. This fee can only be paid in person on site. Extra vehicle fee cannot be collected online.

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Last updated: September 10, 2026

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