As of Jan. 1, 2024, reservation campgrounds allow visitors to make same-day camping reservations online with some variation depending on the season and the park. Previously, visitors could only make online reservations 24 hours in advance of their arrival date. Now visitors can make online reservations on the same day that they plan to camp.
Additional Information:
Why is Oregon State Parks offering same-day reservations?
Online reservations offer the security of knowing that you have a site booked before you visit the park.
Online reservations also give park staff more time to offer interpretive opportunities, maintain park facilities and landscapes and increase time interacting with guests.
How do I make an online reservation?
Making online reservations is as easy as 1, 2, 3:
1. Go to https://oregonstateparks.reserveamerica.com.
- Desktop computer: Look for "Find an Adventure." Enter a state, city or zip code and under "Interested In," select camping and lodging. Enter your preferred site type under "Looking For," then add your dates and length of stay and click "Search."
- Mobile device: Click on "Advanced Search" and then under "Where" enter a state, city or zip code, under "Interested In" select camping and lodging, add your dates and length of stay and click "Apply Filters."
- (Sign in first or create a new account if you do not already have one).
2. Click on a park in the search results from Step 1 that says “available” and look for blue icons on the map to see what is open for reservations.
3. Click on a site and then “book these dates” when you find one that you want. Follow the prompts to add your registration information and to pay. You will get a confirmation email. For reservation questions, call (800) 452-5687 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday-Friday.
Are advanced online reservations required?
No, but they are highly recommended. You can still visit the campground and check online or with staff when they’re available to find potentially reservable sites. For best availability, we highly recommend making online same-day reservations in advance.
How do you book a campsite while at a park?
There are multiple ways to make a reservation at the park. However, we highly recommend making a reservation before you arrive.
- Use your mobile device to make an online reservation while at the park by visiting https://oregonstateparks.reserveamerica.com* and click on "Advanced Search" to find your park. See the instructions above under "making online reservations."Make sure you complete the booking/reservation process to secure your site. If you wait for a ranger to book it, the site might be gone.
- Use your mobile device to scan the QR code on park signs for reservations.* Make sure you complete the booking/reservation process to secure your site. If you wait for a ranger to book it, the site might be gone.
- Find a ranger during open booth hours to help book a site.
- Some parks will offer a handful of first-come-first served campsites (Not available during summer). For those sites, use the self-service kiosk if available or follow directions posted at the park.
*Visitors can make online reservations using their mobile devices where they have cell reception or where our free, limited Wi-Fi is available. Wi-Fi is provided at most parks for reservations only and is not guaranteed to be available 24/7. Look for the reservation signs for login information. Since Internet connectivity varies by park, it’s best to reserve your campsite before you arrive
Can I still use cash or check to pay for my campsite?
Visitors can still pay with cash or checks at the park by finding a ranger or following posted instructions, which could include using self-registration envelopes but only if instructed to do so. Ranger availability is limited depending on time and location. Another option is to purchase a reloadable pre-paid credit card with cash wherever they are sold to make online reservations.
Do I still have to pay the $8 reservation fee for same-day reservations?
No. OPRD has waived the $8 fee for all same-day reservations for a smoother transition.
What if I want to book after hours?
You can make online reservations for tents and RV sites up until 11:59 p.m., and for cabins, deluxe cabins, yurts and deluxe yurts you can make an online reservation up to 5:59 p.m. (the earlier cutoff for those sites is due to the staffing needed to provide keys and codes).
Do same-day reservations apply to all reservations?
No. The following site types will remain unchanged and can be booked by calling (800) 452-5687 or reserving online 24 hours in advance:
• ADA Standard, ADA Standard Full, ADA Tent (requires a phone call to book or a ranger can book at the park during booth hours)
• Horse sites
• Group sites
• Hiker/Biker sites
• Meeting Halls
• Picnic Shelters
• Boat mooring
Are there first-come-first served options?
Yes, during some seasons and at some parks. There are a handful of first-come-first served campsites with self-service kiosks at some parks, but not all parks. Visitors can make reservations the same day they arrive at a park during any season if there is space available.
However, the most reliable way to secure a site is the online reservation system. There are parks in Southern Oregon and Central Oregon that are first come first served. Visit our website to learn more: https://stateparks.oregon.gov/index.cfm?do=reserve.first-come
Questions, concerns, feedback
Please contact the information center at park.info@oregon.gov with any questions. We also want to hear about your experience with same-day online reservations. You can share feedback through our online survey.
