RV Parks near Salem, OR
Whether it’s a quick overnight or a full weekend away, Salem sits within easy reach of dozens of RV parks and campgrounds. We rank every option by actual drive time from the city, so you can match a destination to the hours you’re willing to spend behind the wheel — then narrow it down by the amenities that matter, from hookups to pet-friendly sites.
38 campgrounds listed. (Distance is approximate.)
Showing 24 of 38 campgrounds.
Molalla
28 mi · ~0.5 h from Salem
$15–$30/night
- Tent sites
Enjoy a scenic drive along the Molalla River, which offers easy river access and opportunities for picnicking, swimming, camping, whitewater boating and fishing. The Molalla River is one of the few undammed tributaries of the Willamette River and cuts a picturesque gorge on its way to the valley floor. Three Bears and Cedar Grove campgrounds offer a total of 26 walk-in tent campsites available by reservation only on www.recreation.gov or the Recreation.gov Mobile App. Aquila Vista Recreation Site offers overnight group camping for up to 30 people; however, it closed in 2022 due to hazard...
Elkhorn Valley Recreation Site
30 mi · ~0.5 h from Salem
Rates on request
- Tent sites
Elkhorn Valley Recreation Site is closed due to heavy wildfire damage. Nearby Attractions: Canyon Creek Recreation Site is located downstream from Elkhorn Valley and is open for day use including swimming, fishing, and picnicking. Fishermen's Bend Recreation Site, along Hwy 22 closer to Mill City, is open to day use where you can picnic, hold events and gatherings, relax, cool off, fish and put in a non-motorized boat. Along Forest Road 2209 in the Willamette National Forest the sites Three Pools, Shady Cove, Opal Creek Wilderness, and Jawbone Flats are closed until further notice. - The...
Rock Creek Campground
33 mi · ~0.6 h from Salem
$20/night
- Tent sites
Rock Creek Campground is an RV park and campground in Salem, OR. Facilities feature tent sites. Nightly pricing falls in the budget range. A short 33-mile drive from Salem center. The campground is set in Salem, OR. It leans toward tent and pop-up campers. Contact the operator for current rates, availability, and reservations.
Quartzville Creek Wild and Scenic River
40 mi · ~0.7 h from Salem
Rates on request
- Tent sites
Tranquility and water both flow in the wild and scenic Quartzville Creek, where one may hike, camp, fish or simply gaze into the mesmerizing, cascading waters. Quartzville Creek is named for the gemstone that has been mined in the area and a ghost town that was once the center of two brief gold mining efforts in the late 1800s. - Recreational mining is allowed along the BLM portion of the Quartzville Back Country Byway. - Camping is limited to designated campsites. It is available on a first-come, first-serve basis. - Fires are limited to the steel fire rings or grills provided. Firewood...
Yellowbottom Campground
41 mi · ~0.7 h from Salem
$5/night
- Tent sites
Yellowbottom Recreation Site is closed to camping indefinitely. Visitor safety is our top priority. The nearby Old Miner's Meadow group campsite can be reserved on recreation.gov. Other camping may be available in surrounding national forest and county areas. Yellowbottom day use area remains open for use. Yellowbottom offers a one-mile hiking trail, access to Quartzville Creek Wild and Scenic River, and a take off point to explore nearby recreation trails. This small campground contains campsites to accommodate single campsites for tents or small trailers. Not recommended for large RVs or tra
Salmon River RV Park & Campground
41 mi · ~0.7 h from Salem
Rates on request
Salmon River RV Park & Campground is an RV park and campground in Salem, OR. About 41 miles out from the city center. The address is 6029 Salmon River Highway, Salem, OR 97368. Call or visit the official site for the latest rates and open dates.
Castle Rock Campground
42 mi · ~0.8 h from Salem
$75/night
- Tent sites
Located on Three Rivers, this group campground is ideal for family gatherings and group arrangements. Conveniently located off Highway 22 in an open grassy meadow surrounded by forests, rivers, and coastal mountains, this campground offers a picturesque setting to gather, camp, fish, and play. The group site includes four picnic tables, rock fire pits, one vault toilet, garbage cans, garbage dumpster and a parking area. Know Before You Go: No running water. No electricity. The site is located behind a locked gate. Campers with reservations need to contact the Hebo Ranger District at 503-392-51
Old Miner's Meadow Group Campground
42 mi · ~0.8 h from Salem
$100/night
- Tent sites
Old Miner's Meadow is a two-acre, fenced-in group use area, located in an open meadow surrounded by forests along the Quartzville Creek National Wild and Scenic River and upstream from the Green Peter Reservoir. It is available by reservation only. The area is popular for gold panning, fishing, scenic touring and kayaking. Weekends tend to be busy, so campers should book early. Summer weather is comfortable, but can be cool. Visitors should come prepared for lower temperatures at night. The creek is popular for gold panning and kayaking, while the reservoir offers great fishing, swimming, sail
Hebo Lake Campground
42 mi · ~0.8 h from Salem
$18/night
- Tent sites
Located on Mt. Hebo, this small, family campground has 12 campsites. At an elevation of 1,650 feet, the surrounding forest of western hemlock, Douglas fir and red alder make the area quite enjoyable on a hot summer day. Hebo Lake campground is ideal for those wanting a secluded, quiet camping getaway in the forest. Each site is equipped with a picnic table and campfire ring. Vault toilets are provided but there is no drinking water. A historic picnic shelter built by the Civil Conservation Corps in 1937, and restored in 2016, is available for day use at the Hebo Lake Day Use site. The 1/2 mile
A.W. Jack Morgan Park
44 mi · ~0.8 h from Salem
$20–$25/night
- Tent sites
Set in Salem, OR, A.W. Jack Morgan Park serves road travelers with campsites and RV hookups. On-site amenities include tent sites. The address is 17519 Siletz Highway, Salem, OR 97380. Rates begin near $20 per night. Roughly 44 miles from downtown Salem. It leans toward tent and pop-up campers. Contact the operator for current rates, availability, and reservations.
Sunset Landing RV Park
44 mi · ~0.8 h from Salem
Rates on request
Located in Salem, OR, Sunset Landing RV Park offers RV and tent camping. Located at 4270 Siletz Highway in Salem, OR 97367. Roughly 44 miles from downtown Salem. Contact the operator for current rates, availability, and reservations.
Toketee Illahee Park
45 mi · ~0.8 h from Salem
Rates on request
- Tent sites
In Salem, OR, Toketee Illahee Park is a campground suited to RV and tent stays. Guests can use tent sites during their stay. About 45 miles out from the city center. The address is 20590 Siletz Highway, Salem, OR 97380. It leans toward tent and pop-up campers. Call or visit the official site for the latest rates and open dates.
Southshore Campground
45 mi · ~0.8 h from Salem
$28/night
- Tent sites
At an elevation of 1,604 ft., Southshore Campground is located on the south shore of Detroit Lake, a little west and south of Pretty Knob Island. A mix of wooded and open sites are available, located a little further away from the busier portions of Detroit Lake. You 'll find quiet camping on all but the busiest weekends. The campground offers 25 single and five double family campsites. There are vault toilets and drinking water onsite. Coin operated showers are available a mile away at Cove Creek. Detroit Lake is a popular destination for boating, jet skiing, swimming and fishing. Rainbow tro
Piety Island Campground
46 mi · ~0.8 h from Salem
$12/night
- Tent sites
Piety Island Campground is located on Detroit Lake with easy boat-in access from the northeast side of the island. In the winter, depending on water levels and weather conditions sites are available on a walk-in basis. All of the campsites offer great views of Detroit Lake. Come watch the 4th of July fireworks display each year, or take a short but challenging hike to the top of Piety Knob. Camping is not allowed more than 14 days in a 60 day period.Check-in time: 2:00 pm or later. Check-out time: 1:00 pm; Use of chainsaws in the campground is prohibitedDogs MUST be on leash at all times withi
Chinook Bend RV Resort
46 mi · ~0.8 h from Salem
Rates on request
- Tent sites
Located in Salem, OR, Chinook Bend RV Resort offers RV and tent camping. Facilities feature tent sites. A short 46-mile drive from Salem center. The address is 2920 Siletz Highway, Salem, OR 97367. It leans toward tent and pop-up campers. Contact the operator for current rates, availability, and reservations.
Cove Creek Campground
46 mi · ~0.8 h from Salem
$28/night
- Tent sites
With 63 sites and a 70 person group campground, Cove Creek Campground is the largest national forest Campground on Detroit Lake. Cove Creek Campground rests on the shores of Detroit Lake at an elevation of 1,600 feet. A mix of wooded and open sites are provided at the campground. Its location is near enough to the Detroit Reservoir to hear passing boats, but a little too far for unobstructed views of the lake. The reservoir covers 3,500 acres and is surrounded by groves of Douglas fir. The campground offers single and double-family campsites, as well as an accessible group site for up to 70 pe
Humbug
46 mi · ~0.8 h from Salem
$21/night
- Tent sites
At this 22 site campground, one can take a scenic stroll through an old-growth forest along the Breitenbush River. Sites have picnic tables, grills and easy access to the vault toilets. Drinking water spigots are spread throughout the campground. Most campsites offer sweeping views of the river. May through July, the rhododendrons put on a spectacular show blooming in various shades of pink. Wading and fishing are popular activities in the Breitenbush River, and rainbow trout is the most common catch for anglers. 14 day stay limitCheck-in time is 2:00 pm or later. Check-out time is 1:00...
Coyote Rock RV Resort & Marina
46 mi · ~0.8 h from Salem
Rates on request
Coyote Rock RV Resort & Marina is an RV park and campground in Salem, OR. Located at 1676 Siletz Highway in Salem, OR 97367. About 46 miles out from the city center. Contact the operator for current rates, availability, and reservations.
Camper Cove RV Park & Campground
47 mi · ~0.8 h from Salem
Rates on request
Camper Cove RV Park & Campground is an RV park and campground in Salem, OR. Roughly 47 miles from downtown Salem. Located at 19620 Oregon Coast Highway in Salem, OR 97112. Contact the operator for current rates, availability, and reservations.
Barbara S. and Walter F. Brown Memorial Park
47 mi · ~0.8 h from Salem
Rates on request
- Tent sites
Set in Salem, OR, Barbara S. and Walter F. Brown Memorial Park serves road travelers with campsites and RV hookups. Facilities feature tent sites. Find it at 13664 Siletz Highway, Salem, OR 97380. Roughly 47 miles from downtown Salem. It leans toward tent and pop-up campers. Call or visit the official site for the latest rates and open dates.
Elk City Park
47 mi · ~0.9 h from Salem
$25/night
- Tent sites
Elk City Park sits in Salem, OR, providing campground accommodations for travelers. Guests can use tent sites during their stay. The address is 8605 Elk City Road, Salem, OR 97391. Expect to pay from about $25 a night. A short 47-mile drive from Salem center. It leans toward tent and pop-up campers. Reach out to the host for pricing and booking details.
Devil's Lake RV Park
47 mi · ~0.9 h from Salem
Rates on request
- WiFi
- Dump station
- Pet friendly
In Salem, OR, Devil's Lake RV Park is a campground suited to RV and tent stays. The property provides a dump station, pet-friendly sites, and WiFi. Located at 4041 Northeast West Devils Lake Road in Salem, OR 97367. A short 47-mile drive from Salem center. A dump station supports longer stays. Call or visit the official site for the latest rates and open dates.
Hoover Campground
47 mi · ~0.9 h from Salem
Rates on request
- Tent sites
This is a 70 person group campsite adjacent to Hoover Campground. 70 person maximum20 vehicle maximumSee special regulations for the area, including dispersed camping restrictions.
Gold Butte
48 mi · ~0.9 h from Salem
$80/night
- Pet friendly
Gold Butte Lookout sits on the summit of Gold Butte at an elevation of 4,618 feet in the Willamette National Forest. It was built in 1934 by the Civilian Conservation Corps. During World War II, the lookout served as part of Aircraft Warning System station in defense of the nation against air attack. It was staffed around the clock, usually by a husband and wife team, who reported all passing aircraft within sight or sound to a central filter center. Guests at the lookout can enjoy panoramic views of the Cascade Range, including nearby Mt. Jefferson, Three Finger ed Jack, Mt. Hood, the...
All 38 campgrounds near Salem
The complete list, sorted by drive time.
- Molalla 28 mi
- Elkhorn Valley Recreation Site 30.2 mi
- Rock Creek Campground 33.1 mi
- Quartzville Creek Wild and Scenic River 39.8 mi
- Yellowbottom Campground 40.7 mi
- Salmon River RV Park & Campground 41.2 mi
- Castle Rock Campground 41.6 mi
- Old Miner's Meadow Group Campground 41.6 mi
- Hebo Lake Campground 42.1 mi
- A.W. Jack Morgan Park 43.7 mi
- Sunset Landing RV Park 44.2 mi
- Toketee Illahee Park 44.9 mi
- Southshore Campground 45.1 mi
- Piety Island Campground 45.5 mi
- Chinook Bend RV Resort 45.6 mi
- Cove Creek Campground 45.8 mi
- Humbug 45.8 mi
- Coyote Rock RV Resort & Marina 46.4 mi
- Camper Cove RV Park & Campground 46.6 mi
- Barbara S. and Walter F. Brown Memorial Park 46.7 mi
- Elk City Park 46.8 mi
- Devil's Lake RV Park 47.2 mi
- Hoover Campground 47.4 mi
- Gold Butte 47.5 mi
- Santiam Flats Campground 47.8 mi
- Hiker/Biker 47.9 mi
- Premier RV Resort 48.3 mi
- Cape Kiwanda RV Resort 49.2 mi
- Hart's Camp Airstream Hotel & RV Park 49.3 mi
- Fox Creek 49.5 mi
- Sea and Sand RV Park 49.6 mi
- East Dunes 50.8 mi
- Sandbeach 50.8 mi
- West Winds 50.9 mi
- Cleator Bend 52 mi
- Breitenbush 52.3 mi
- Whispering Falls 53.3 mi
- Mccoy Shelter 54.5 mi