4.5032 reviewsPrice
$10/night
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7 campsites
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Price
$10/night
Booking
Reservable
Sites
7 campsites
Season
Site Closed Closed f...
Cell
Unknown
Pets
Check Policy
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Meditation Point Campground, Timothy Lake, Oregon
Tent campers who paddle, bike, or hike in light will get the most out of this place. Summer mornings on the water with Hood reflecting back at you are the payoff. At $10 a night (fees waived in 2025 due to restroom repairs), it's hard to argue with the value for the solitude.
Restrooms are closed for repairs through 2025 and there's no potable water on site, so plan accordingly. The uphill haul back to the parking area with a full pack wears people down, and mosquitoes are relentless mid-summer. Anyone who needs hookups, a shower, or reliable cell sig
Reference information about Timothy Lake - Meditation Point Campground sourced from official USFS records and forestcamping.com. View official recreation.gov page →
<p>Meditation Point Campground is a small, primitive hike-to campground on the shores of Timothy Lake. Campers can park at the West Shore Day Use area to access the campground. There is also a small trailhead on NF-5890 on the north side of the lake. A day use permit or annual pass is required for parking. The rustic sites are limited to groups of six campers each. The 7 campsites are <strong>accessible by boat, bike or hike only</strong>. There is a vault toilet, and each site is equipped with a table and fire ring.</p>
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Summer brings the best conditions: mid-60s to mid-70s during the day, dropping to the low-to-mid 40s at night. The lake calms down for paddling and swimming, and trails dry out enough for comfortable hiking. Mosquitoes are persistent, so pack repellent. Spring and fall see frequent rain and occasional snow dustings. Winter blankets the area in snow, transforming access and activities. Weather shifts fast at this elevation, so layer up even in summer.
Summer is best: comfortable temps, calm lake for paddling/swimming; reviews favor summer visits.
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Potable water is not available at this site.
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