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Southshore at Detroit Lake - Willamette (OR)

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🏕️ CampgroundMt HoodOregon⭐ 4.4 (124)
Southshore at Detroit Lake - Willamette (OR)
🟢 6 open windows right now — soonest Sun Aug 30–Wed Sep 2
Availability checked 13h ago · changes fast, verify before you drive
📈 CampSage caught 5 cancellations here in the last 7 days — set an alert below to catch the next one.
Book / check availability →🧭 Directions
💡 In short

Southshore at Detroit Lake - Willamette (OR) in Oregon has 6 open booking windows on Recreation.gov right now, the soonest Sun Aug 30–Wed Sep 2. Reserve directly through the booking link above — cancellations go fast. To catch future openings the instant they appear, set a free CampSage cancellation alert.

📅 Open dates
Sun Aug 30 – Wed Sep 23 nightsbook these dates →👥 Loop 1 #011 & Loop 2 #012 next to each othersites Loop 1 #004, #005, #006, #007, #009, #010, #011, Loop 2 #012, #013, #014, #015, #016, #017, #018, #020, #023, Loop 3 #024, #027, #028, #030, #031, #032
Mon Aug 31 – Thu Sep 33 nightsbook these dates →👥 Loop 2 #021 & Loop 3 #026 next to each othersites Loop 2 #019, #021, Loop 3 #026, #029
Tue Sep 1 – Fri Sep 43 nightsbook these dates →👥 Loop 2 #022 & Loop 3 #025 next to each othersites Loop 2 #022, Loop 3 #025
Fri Sep 11 – Mon Sep 143 nights🗓 weekendbook these dates →👥 Loop 1 #010 & Loop 2 #012 next to each othersites Loop 1 #006, #010, Loop 2 #012, #013, #015, #017, #018, #021, #023, Loop 3 #030, #031
Fri Sep 18 – Mon Sep 213 nights🗓 weekendbook these dates →👥 Loop 1 #011 & Loop 2 #014 next to each othersites Loop 1 #004, #005, #011, Loop 2 #014, #019, Loop 3 #028, #032
Fri Sep 25 – Sun Sep 272 nights🗓 weekendbook these dates →👥 Loop 1 #009 & Loop 2 #016 next to each othersites Loop 1 #007, #009, Loop 2 #016, #022, Loop 3 #024, #025, #026, #027, #029

📷 What these sites look like

Photos of sites that are open right now, from recreation.gov. Angles vary by park — usually the site and its parking pad.

Campsite Loop 1 #004 — Southshore AT Detroit Lake Site 4
Site Loop 1 #004 · Southshore AT Detroit Lake Site 4
Campsite Loop 1 #005 — Southshore AT Detroit Lake Site 5
Site Loop 1 #005 · Southshore AT Detroit Lake Site 5
Campsite Loop 1 #006 — Southshore AT Detroit Lake Site 6
Site Loop 1 #006 · Southshore AT Detroit Lake Site 6
Campsite Loop 1 #007 — Southshore AT Detroit Lake Site 7
Site Loop 1 #007 · Southshore AT Detroit Lake Site 7
⚡ EV charging nearby

Nearest DC fast charging: 2.5 mi away (straight line).

⚡ Tesla Supercharger2.5 midirections →

Distances are straight-line, not driving — the road can be much longer where a river, a lake or a canyon sits in between. From OpenStreetMap — community-mapped, so plug types can lag reality. Verify on your charging network’s app before counting on a charger.

🔭 Planning further ahead?

We watch the next 60 days closely — that's where cancellations show up. recreation.gov takes bookings out to about February 2027, so there may be 2+ night stays past our window.

📊 How often sites open up here

CampSage's scans caught 13 openings at Southshore at Detroit Lake - Willamette (OR) over the last 30 days, on 12 separate days, most of them for stays 3–10 days out and the openings typically covered 2–3 nights.

These are the openings our own scans saw — not a figure the booking system publishes. We re-check availability several times a day, so the real number can be higher.

🏕️ About this campground

💵 $28–$56/nightStandard NonelectricWalk To🎒 backcountry🎒 biking🎒 boating🎒 car camping🎒 fishing🎒 hiking

Ratings

4.4★★★★☆125 ratings
5★84
4★23
3★7
2★3
1★8
Star ratings from recreation.gov (they don't publish written review text). Read & leave reviews on recreation.gov ↗

📶 Cell coverage camper-reported

AT&T3.0/4
Verizon3.0/4
T-Mobile2.2/4
Sprint retired2.3/4

💡 Insider tips from campers

❓ Southshore at Detroit Lake - Willamette (OR) FAQ

How do I reserve a campsite at Southshore at Detroit Lake - Willamette (OR)?

Southshore at Detroit Lake - Willamette (OR) in Oregon takes campsite reservations through Recreation.gov. On this page, use the “Book / check availability” button to open the live booking page, see which dates are free, and reserve your site.

How much does it cost to camp at Southshore at Detroit Lake - Willamette (OR)?

Campsite fees at Southshore at Detroit Lake - Willamette (OR) run about $28–$56/night, as listed by Recreation.gov. Exact rates vary by site type, number of campers, and season.

How can I get a spot at Southshore at Detroit Lake - Willamette (OR) when it's fully booked?

Popular campgrounds like Southshore at Detroit Lake - Willamette (OR) often fill months ahead, but campers cancel every day and those sites reopen for booking. CampSage checks availability for you and sends a free email the instant a cancellation opens — set an alert on this page and you can grab the spot before anyone else.

How often do campsites open up at Southshore at Detroit Lake - Willamette (OR)?

CampSage's scans caught 13 openings at Southshore at Detroit Lake - Willamette (OR) over the last 30 days, on 12 separate days, most of them for stays 3–10 days out and the openings typically covered 2–3 nights. These are the openings our own scans saw — not a figure the booking system publishes. We re-check availability several times a day, so the real number can be higher.

Is Southshore at Detroit Lake - Willamette (OR) a good campground?

Southshore at Detroit Lake - Willamette (OR) holds an average rating of 4.4/5 from 124 camper ratings on Recreation.gov. The full star breakdown is shown above.

Is there cell service at Southshore at Detroit Lake - Willamette (OR)?

Of the carriers campers have reported on at Southshore at Detroit Lake - Willamette (OR), AT&T rates highest at 3.0 out of 5 from 27 reports. See the carrier-by-carrier breakdown above — service can still vary by campsite, terrain, and weather.

Where is Southshore at Detroit Lake - Willamette (OR) located?

Southshore at Detroit Lake - Willamette (OR) is located in Mt Hood, Oregon. Tap “Directions” above for driving directions, or see nearby campgrounds lower on this page.

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