Memaloose State Park — RV Camping in Troutdale, OR

Memaloose State Park is a scenic RV and tent campground located in the eastern Columbia River Gorge near Troutdale, Oregon, just 11 miles west of The Dalles. This seasonal campground overlooks Memaloose Island, a site of cultural significance to indigenous peoples of the region, and offers stunning views of the Columbia River alongside natural beauty including wildflowers, maple, willow, and cottonwood shade. The campground features 43 full-hookup RV sites with water, sewer, and electrical hookups, plus 66 tent sites with water access, accommodating both big rigs and tent campers. Amenities include flush toilets, hot showers, an RV dump station, fire pits, picnic tables, and a playground, making it family and pet-friendly. Memaloose State Park serves as an excellent base for exploring the region's outdoor attractions. Nearby highlights include the Historic Columbia River Highway State Trail with paved segments through Twin Tunnels, Tom McCall Nature Preserve featuring hiking trails, and Rowena Crest known for spring wildflower displays. Adventure seekers can also visit Mayer State Park for water activities and windsurfing. The park offers exceptional stargazing opportunities on summer nights from grassy meadows. Visitors should note that the campground's proximity to Interstate-84 and an active rail line means traffic and train noise occurs throughout the day and night. Despite this, Memaloose State Park remains a convenient and well-equipped destination for exploring the Columbia River Gorge.