17 Acres
300 Feet of Sandy River
Both sides of the river are part of the Enchanted Forest. Bring your paddle board or kayak - river conditions permitting.
Mt. Hood
Forest · Sandy, Oregon
4 Hike-In Sites
All sites involve a short walk from the parking area. Wheelbarrow and cart provided. Potable water, porta potty, and washing station at the parking area.
Directly on the Sandy River. Slightly rocky river access at the site itself. Private and peaceful - other sites are about 150 feet away. Small hill on the walk in.
From $30/nightDirectly on the river with room for approximately 4 tents. Two six-person tables and a fire pit. Ideal for families or groups who want the full river experience together.
From $56/nightThe most private of the three tent sites. Slightly inland but with its own private river access near the rapids - great river sounds. Most secluded feel on the property.
From $43/nightRustic 12x14 cabin with king bed. Private sandy beach. Outside picnic table, 4 chairs by the river, BBQ with side burner. The most complete getaway on the property.
From $109/night17 Acres
Both sides of the river are part of the Enchanted Forest. Bring your paddle board or kayak - river conditions permitting.
Why Here
300 feet of Sandy River frontage. Both sides of the river. Four hand-placed sites that feel like secrets inside a genuine working forest.
210 campers have stayed and come back. One percent didn't recommend it. That's the highway noise. The other 99% describe it with the word magical.
20 minutes to Government Camp. 35 minutes to Timberline. Sandy Ridge MTB trails within 2 miles. PDX airport 50 minutes. Far enough to feel remote. Close enough to go after work.
210 Reviews · 99% Recommend
This place is freaking magical. Tucked away, so it feels like a true getaway. The drive in and the walk to the camp ground is so lush and green you kind of feel like you're walking through Jurassic Park.
The cabin was adorable, the bed was comfortable, the river a stone throw away. I don't think it could get much better. I also really appreciate the fire pit design. Be sure to bring your fishing poles.
It was a very relaxing and magical experience for us. Even though all the sites were booked for our weekend we never heard and rarely saw the other campers. Very private.
The Property
The property is 17 acres of enchanted forestland with 300 feet of Sandy River frontage. Both sides of the river are part of the Enchanted Forest. Joshua has hosted campers here since September 2023 - and the 210 reviews speak for what he built.
Fun fact: the driveway access from Marmot Rd to the parking spot is part of the original Oregon Trail, preserved by the Bureau of Land Management.
Day Trips and Adventures
Far enough to feel remote. Close enough to everything.
Ready to Book
Mt. Hood Enchanted Forest is listed on Hipcamp with instant book available on all sites. 4 sites, from $30/night.
Instant book available. Host: Joshua L., member since September 2023. 210 reviews. 99% recommend.
All sites require a short walk from the parking area. RVs, camper vans, and rooftop tents are not suitable for this property.
Included at all sites
Add-ons available: propane fire pit (fuel included), firewood, bedding (cabin), propane heater.
Location
Located in Clackamas County in the Mt. Hood Foothills, with easy access from Portland and the mountain communities.