Riley Horse Campground & Day Use Area

 

Site map of Riley Horse Camp

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Area Status: Open

Riley Horse Campground is an equestrian camp located northwest of Oregon's majestic Mt. Hood. Horse corrals are tucked into the Forest near the campsites, and several horseback riding trails can be accessed from the campground. A variety of recreational and sightseeing opportunities are available for visitors to enjoy.

This campground was constructed by Oregon Equestrian Trails (OET) volunteers in partnership with Mt. Hood National Forest.

  • The campsites are intended for equestrians, but may be used by others.
  • 14 sites located on Lost Creek, near the Wild and Scenic Sandy River.
  • Average spur length = 35 feet
  • Has seasonal gate

At a Glance

Reservations: Sites at Riley Horse Campground can be reserved online at Recreation.gov or by calling 877-444-6777.
Fees: This site is operated by Alaska Recreational Management, a concessionaire. 
  • Camping:
    • $23/night for single site
    • $8/night for extra vehicle
  • Day Use:
    • $10/day/vehicle 
Open Season: 05/17/2024 - 09/30/2024
Usage: Light
Closest Towns: Welches, OR
Water: Yes
Restroom: Vault Toilet
Passes:
Operated By: Alaska Recreational Management
Information Center:

General Information

Directions:

From Sandy, OR - Follow US Hwy 26 for 18 miles past the town of Sandy to the community of Zigzag. Turn north (left) onto Lolo Pass Road (Rd 18). Travel for 4.5 miles, then turn right on Rd 1825 and continue for approximately 1/2 mile. Bear right, still on Rd 1825, cross the Sandy River bridge, and continue for another 1/2 mile to Rd 1825-382. Turn right, cross the Lost Creek bridge, and the campground will be almost immediately on the right


Recreation Map

Map showing recreational areas. Map Information

Activities

Campground Camping

River and Stream Fishing

Fishing in the Wild and Scenic Sandy River.
Fish Species steelhead, chinook and coho salmon

Horse Camping

No. of Sites 14 single site(s)
Reservation Info This site can be reserved by calling Toll Free 1-877-444-6777 (International 518-885-3639 or TDD 877-833-6777) or on-line at Recreation.gov.
No. of Accessible sites None

Horse Riding

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Location

 
  Latitude : 
45.382794

  Longitude : 
-121.861625

  Elevation : 
2100