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VerifiedSeptember 4, 2026 Stayed at: 013, Loop: Kinnikinnick (Laurance Lake) Campground
Nice quiet campsite and no bugs when we visited. Camp host was great also.
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141 reviews
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.
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September 4, 2026 Stayed at: 013, Loop: Kinnikinnick (Laurance Lake) Campground
Nice quiet campsite and no bugs when we visited. Camp host was great also.
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August 21, 2026 Stayed at: 009, Loop: Kinnikinnick (Laurance Lake) Campground
We hoped for a peaceful and fun family vacation, but unfortunately, we were very disappointed with our experience.
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August 19, 2026 Stayed at: 019, Loop: Kinnikinnick (Laurance Lake) Campground
We could not go though I asked for my money back because of the smoke from the burning fires , I have c p d and lung disease and my grand son has servre asthma
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August 6, 2026 Stayed at: 013, Loop: Kinnikinnick (Laurance Lake) Campground
I think its the best site at this campground, its one of the few you can actually park at, we fit 3 cars in. Huge area for tents, had 3 spread around. Lots of trees for shade, view of the water through the trees and a short walk to the water. Not super private, can see some neighbors off through the trees, and the road for day use goes right by. Had planned on staying two nights but had to go due to thick wildfire smoke with ash falling.. Camp host was awesome, Super helpful and friendly.
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July 30, 2026 Stayed at: 003, Loop: Kinnikinnick (Laurance Lake) Campground
I have stayed at dozens of campgrounds listed on rec.gov and never have I paid $30/ night for a campsite with the closest potable water 20 mi away. There was plenty of warning that the road was iffy in spots but what I took from the campground description was that there were no water or electric hookups. But there was no water period.
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July 29, 2026 Stayed at: 014, Loop: Kinnikinnick (Laurance Lake) Campground
This is a nice campgrond on a beautiful lake. As it was my first visit, I was not ready for the more unconventional campground layout. This is not a traditional campground with every site having a space for a car. Instead many of the sites are actually walk in, with parking close by. The issue is that the spots needed for the walk-in sites can be taken by day use folks. There is a lot of day use people, but it calmed down by sunset.
When I reserved my spot on Recreation.gov, it says that the site is "Accessable." I do not need that, and since it said ALL the sites were Accessable, I went ahead and clicked through the warning. The sites are NOT Accessable.
The campground host, Cindy, was very nice and helpful.
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July 28, 2026 Stayed at: 013, Loop: Kinnikinnick (Laurance Lake) Campground
Lovely spot , not too far for us and always friendly staff :)
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July 26, 2026 Stayed at: 021, Loop: Kinnikinnick (Laurance Lake) Campground
Great sites with easy water access. Not a bad walk in from the cars. Cindy greeted us and was very nice. I was a little concerned about the access road warnings but we were driving a low riding minivan (due to our gear) and had no problems. Great location for kids.
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July 22, 2026 Stayed at: 004, Loop: Kinnikinnick (Laurance Lake) Campground
It was quiet and the sites were relatively private. The lake is beautiful as is the view of Mt Hood from the lake
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July 12, 2026 Stayed at: 004, Loop: Kinnikinnick (Laurance Lake) Campground
We love coming here, it's our go to for the 4th of July weekend to escape the fireworks with the dogs. The campground is clean and well run, toilets are kept very clean, and other campers and day users are generally friendly and respectful. There is great swimming and (non motorized) boating on the lake, and some good hiking options that we enjoy.
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5330 Imai Rd, Hood River, OR 97031 United States
Elevation: 913 ft
From I-84 in Hood River - South on highway 35 to Parkdale. Follow signs to Laurance Lake.
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.
Last updated: October 25, 2026