Milo McIver State Park sits along the Clackamas River near Estacada, offering tent sites, RV hookups, primitive spots, and group camping at $5-7/night. The park provides full amenities including hot showers, flush toilets, and dump station, plus electric and water hookups for RVs.
The campground includes a variety of site types to accommodate different camping preferences, including electrical RV sites, tent sites, hiker/biker campsites, and group camping areas.
Historical Significance
The park is named after Milo McIver, a conservationist who worked to preserve Oregon's natural spaces.Weather and SeasonsSpring delivers the best camping conditions, with daytime highs between 55-70°F and nights in the 35-45°F range. This season brings blooming wildflowers and high river flows that make the Clackamas especially scenic for boating and photography. Water levels and cooler air make early-season paddling and riverside hikes rewarding, with lighter crowds than summer weekends. Trails can be muddy after rains, and river currents vary. More suitable for experienced boaters during peak flow.
ElevationSituated at a comfortable low elevation in the Willamette Valley foothills, the park offers easy breathing and gentle terrain that's perfect for families and casual campers. The modest elevation provides stunning views of the surrounding valley while keeping you close enough to the river's edge to enjoy its soothing sounds throughout your stay.
Natural Features and SceneryThe Clackamas River runs through the park at 305 feet elevation, surrounded by Douglas firs and western red cedars. The river's varying flows create different boating conditions through the seasons, with spring bringing the highest water levels. Native ferns and wildflowers grow beneath the conifer canopy.
Geological RegionCentral Valleys Region
Programs & ActivitiesThe park offers a Junior Ranger program.