Eagle Creek Overlook
USFS · Group Campground · Fee
Fast facts
- Cost
- Fee charged
- Managed by
- USFS
- Type
- Group Campground
- Hours
- Check in: 2:00 p.m.; Check-out: 12:00 p.m.; Quiet hours are 10:00 p.m. until 6:00 a.m.
- Reservations
- recreation.gov
- Nearest dump station
- Bumping Lake Dump Station · 89.0 mi
- Coordinates
- 45.6412, -121.9317
- Last verified
- September 18, 2026
About this place
This historic site was developed by the Civilian Conservation Corps in the 1930 's as a place to view construction of the Bonneville Dam. Great for family gatherings and other group events. Set on a bluff with sweeping views of the Columbia River and the Washington side of the Gorge, this is site is great for family gathering and group events. The group site includes a covered picnic shelter, picnic tables, campfire rings, and portable toilets. It can accommodate 90 people and about 40 cars, including trailers. There are no RV hookups on site. Hosts will be on site. Electricity is now on site but is limited to lighting in and around the building and a couple of 120 volt outlets in the restrooms. Noise can be an issue with I-84 nearby as well as railroad tracks.
From the USFS.Official page
Is Eagle Creek Overlook free?
No. Eagle Creek Overlook charges a fee. It is managed by the USFS. Sites are reservable through recreation.gov.
How do I get to Eagle Creek Overlook?
From Portland, OR: Travel east on Interstate 84 approximately 41 miles and take exit #41. At the end of the off ramp turn, left at the stop sign. Follow the paved road under the freeway to the campground entrance and gate.From Cascade Locks, OR: Travel west on Interstate 84 approximately 3 miles and take exit #40, Bonneville Dam (exit #41 has no westbound exit). Turn left at the stop sign at the end of the off ramp and left again onto the eastbound freeway entrance. Travel east on Interstate 84 to exit #41. At the end of the off ramp turn, left at the stop sign. Follow the paved road under the freeway to the campground entrance and gate.
What are the rules at Eagle Creek Overlook?
Aircraft/UAS/drone takeoffs and landings are prohibited; at this site. There are no RV hookups but RV’s up to 40’ are permissible. Limited to 90 maximum people per day; no amplified music is allowed at any time14-day stay limit
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SourceData from the USFS. Last synced September 18, 2026. Community reports and photos are submitted by travelers and are not verified by the agency.
