Intro
Oregon is known for its diverse landscape. When people come to visit, there is something for everyone of all ages and activity levels to come and enjoy. With Oregon being home to 255 state parks, there is no shortage of things to do. It has an endless amount of forests, mountains, lakes, rivers and waterfalls. There’s even places for our high desert lovers too. It is truly an adventurers paradise.
But all adventurers need a place to stay, and some of these parks are kinda secluded. Thankfully there are options for cabin rentals within these state parks which can ensure that your stay is comfortable and convenient for all of your outdoor adventures. Before I talk about the state parks, it’s important to go over some of the nitty gritty things to ensure that you’re well informed on what you need to know about cabin rentals in Oregon state parks.
Table of contents
- Intro
- What To Know
- Alfred A. Loeb State Park – Near Brookings, Oregon
- Cape Blanco State Park – Near Port Orford, Oregon
- Cape Lookout State Park – Near Tillamook, Oregon
- Champoeg State Park – Near Portland, Oregon
- Cottonwood Canyon State Park – Near The Dalles, Oregon
- Emigrant Springs State Heritage Area – Near Pendleton, Oregon
- Farewell Bend State Recreation Area – Near Ontario, Oregon
- Fort Stevens State Park – Near Astoria, Oregon
- L.L. Stub Stewart State Park – Near Portland, Oregon
- Lake Owyhee State Park – Near Ontario, Oregon
- LaPine State Park – Near Bend, Oregon
- Prineville Reservoir State Park – Near Bend, Oregon
- Silver Falls State Park – Near Salem, Oregon
- The Cove Palisades State Park – Near Bend, Oregon
- Umpqua Lighthouse State Park – Near Florence, Oregon
- Unity Lake State Recreation State Park – Near John Day, Oregon
What To Know
Reservations
You must make a reservation to get a cabin. All reservations are made through either the website oregonstateparks.reserveamerica.com or by calling 800-452-5687. Cabin rentals in Oregon state parks are very popular, so you will want to make your reservation as soon as you know when you will be traveling. Especially when some of these parks only have a handful of cabins.
Rates
The price of renting a rustic cabin in Oregon state parks ranges between $42 and $62 per night and $81-$99 per night for a deluxe cabin. Now you may be wondering, what’s the difference?
Rustic Cabin vs. Deluxe Cabin Rental
When renting a rustic cabin, these are some of the features and amenities:
- Rustic cabins can be one room or two. One-room cabins sleep 4-5; two-room cabins sleep 5-6
- Beds are a combination of bunk beds, futon couch or double bed, each with a vinyl mattress. You will definitely want to bring your own bedding and if needed for extra comfort, possibly a mattress topper.
- They come with a table and two chairs
- Door with a lock, electricity, heat and lights.
- You will be using the shared campground restroom and showers which are usually a short walk away. These cabins *do not* come with a private restroom or shower.
- Cooking is not allowed inside the cabins; some have an outside propane stove including the propane located on the porch. To be safe, always double check your reservation
Choosing a deluxe cabin offers the same amenities as the ones listed above along with some additional creature comforts. Depending on where you reserve, your deluxe cabin might also include:
- Private bathroom and shower
- Kitchenette with a fridge and microwave
- Propane/electric barbeque grills
- TV with a DVD player
Additional Information
- Indoor cooking is only permitted inside deluxe yurts and deluxe cabins, and only with the provided microwave. No outside appliances allowed. Cooking utensils are not provided.
- Pets are allowed only inside pet-friendly cabins.
- No smoking in any facilities.
- You must be 18 or older to rent these units.
- Parking for one vehicle is included with each reservation. Most parks allow one extra vehicle for an additional daily fee (paid at park).
- Any damages will be the responsibility of the reservation holder.
- Some parks have ADA accessibility cabins available! Check before you reserve.
Alright! Without further ado, let’s dive into the Oregon state parks that offer cabin rentals:
Alfred A. Loeb State Park – Near Brookings, Oregon
Alfred A. Loeb State Park is tucked in a dense grove of ancient Myrtlewood trees. It is located along the Chetco River eight miles inland from Oregon’s southern coastline.They offer 3 rustic cabin rentals. 1 of them is pet friendly. This state parks amenities includes:
- Hot showers
- Flush toilets
- Picnicking
Cape Blanco State Park – Near Port Orford, Oregon
Cape Blanco State Park is located on the most westernmost tip of the state. At Cape Blanco, there are more than eight miles of hiking trails which lead to the beach. There are viewpoints of ocean vistas as well as spots for fishing along the Sixes River. And you can’t forget the historic lighthouse. There are trails for horseback riding as well as a 150-acre open riding area across from the horse camp. They offer 4 standard cabins, 2 of which are pet friendly. Amenities for the park includes:
- Hot showers
- Fishing
- Wildlife
- Horse Trails
- Flush toilets
- Beach Access
Cape Lookout State Park – Near Tillamook, Oregon
Cape Lookout State Park offers breathtaking ocean scenery as well as miles of hiking trails to satisfy your Pacific Northwest needs. They offer 6 deluxe cabins; 3 of which are pet friendly. Additionally, their amenities also include:
- Hot showers
- Fishing
- Wildlife
- Picnicking
- Viewpoints
- Beach Access
- Flush Toilets
Champoeg State Park – Near Portland, Oregon
Champoeg State Park, just south of Newberg, offers forests, wetlands and fields. There are paved trails for walking and biking as well as a 18 hole disc golf course. They offer 6 standard cabins; 3 of which are pet friendly. Other amenities include:
- Hot showers
- Fishing
- Wildlife
- Flush Toilets
- Picnicking
Cottonwood Canyon State Park – Near The Dalles, Oregon
Cottonwood Canyon State Park is composed of over 8,000 acres which allows for plenty of room to explore this rocky landscape. Lots of animals call this park home such as: elk, deer, pronghorn, bighorn sheep, jackrabbits and small lizards. They have 4 rustic cabins; 2 are pet friendly. Additional amenities are:
- Hot showers
- Wildlife
- Fishing
- Horse trails
- Vault and Flush toilets
- Picnicking
Emigrant Springs State Heritage Area – Near Pendleton, Oregon
Close to the Blue Mountains, Emigrant Springs Heritage Area serves as a preservation site for those who came across the country on the Oregon Trail. This beautiful forest sits just beside I84 which makes for convenient trips into Pendleton. They have 6 rustic cabins and a Duplex cabin; four of the rustic cabins are pet friendly. Amenities include:
- Hot showers
- Horse trails
- Wildlife
- Flush toilets
- Picnicking
Farewell Bend State Recreation Area – Near Ontario, Oregon
Farewell Bend State Recreation Area offers a wonderful desert experience as its nestled along the banks of the Snake River. This is another state park that has Oregon Trail significance and historical markings. They have two standard log cabins; one is pet friendly. Additional amenities in the park include:
- Hot showers
- Wildlife
- Fishing
- Flush toilets
- Picnicking
- Viewpoint
Fort Stevens State Park – Near Astoria, Oregon
Fort Stevens State Park is one of the nation’s largest public campgrounds. This park was once an active military site and now encompasses 15 miles of multi-use trails, a disc golf course, and views of the Columbia River Bar and an historic shipwreck. They offer 11 deluxe cabin rentals; 5 of which are pet friendly. Additional amenities include:
- Hot Showers
- Wildlife
- Fishing
- Swimming
- Playground
- Picnicking
- Flush toilets
- Beach Access
- Viewpoints
L.L. Stub Stewart State Park – Near Portland, Oregon
L.L Stub Stewart State Park is located just 34 miles west of Portland. This park, which is packed with a forested hillside, offers disc golf as well as over 30 miles of hiking trails, biking trails and horse trails. They have 15 standard cabins; 5 are pet friendly. Additional amenities include:
- Hot showers
- Flush and Vault toilets
- Viewpoint
- Picnicking
Lake Owyhee State Park – Near Ontario, Oregon
On the eastern edge of Oregon located in the desert lies Lake Owyhee State Park. This park has two campgrounds nestled in between a 53 mile long lake that flows to a deep canyon. They have 2 standard cabins; 1 is pet friendly. Additional amenities are:
- Hot showers
- Wildlife
- Fishing
- Flush and Vault toilets
- Picnicking
- Viewpoint
LaPine State Park – Near Bend, Oregon
LaPine State Park sits in a high desert forest along the Deschutes River. There are 14 miles of multi-use trails and is also a great spot for further exploring the Deschutes National Forest, Newberry Crater, and Lava River Cave. This park offers 5 rustic cabins; 2 are pet friendly and 5 deluxe log cabins; 3 are pet friendly. Amenities include:
- Boat Ramp
- Hot showers
- Fishing
- Flush toilets
- Picnicking
- Viewpoint
Prineville Reservoir State Park – Near Bend, Oregon
Prineville Reservoir State Park makes for great camping, water recreation and star gazing. Also located in the high desert, this park has quite a scenic backdrop with being located along the shore of the 15 mile long Prineville Reservoir which is made by water flowing out of the Ochoco Mountain Range and forming the Crooked River, then pressing itself against the canyon and the Bowman dam. This park offers 5 deluxe cabins; 1 is pet friendly. Other amenities include:
- Boat Ramp
- Hot showers
- Flush toilets
- Fishing
- Swimming
- Picnicking
- Viewpoint
Silver Falls State Park – Near Salem, Oregon
Silver Falls State Park is one of the most treasured Oregon state parks. Its famous Trail of Ten Falls offers spectacular views of some ginormous waterfalls with some flowing at 177 feet all while tucked away in a dense forest landscape. It’s important to note that due to safety, dogs are not allowed on the majority of the trails. This park has 14 standard cabins; 7 are pet friendly. Additional amenities include:
- Dump Station
- Hot Showers
- Flush toilets
- Fishing
- Wildlife
- Swimming
- Playground
- Picnicking
- Viewpoint
The Cove Palisades State Park – Near Bend, Oregon
The Cove Palisades State Park is located in the heart of central Oregon. This popular park offers swimming and boating areas along the Lower Deschutes River. There are 3 deluxe cabins; 1 is pet friendly. Additional amenities include:
- Dump Station
- Marina
- Boat Ramp
- Hot Showers
- Fishing
- Wildlife
- Swimming
- Playground
- Flush Toilets
- Picnicking
- Viewpoint
Umpqua Lighthouse State Park – Near Florence, Oregon
Umpqua Lighthouse State Park makes for a great location for hiking, fishing, picnicking and paddling. It is nearby Salmon Harbor Marina on Winchester Bay which is known for some of the best crabbing along the coast. The Umpqua River Lighthouse is also a half a mile from the park with tours being offered from May to September. There are 2 rustic cabins; 1 is pet friendly. Other amenities include:
- Boat Ramp
- Hot Showers
- Flush Toilets
- Picnicking
- Fishing
- Viewpoints
- Beach Access
Unity Lake State Recreation State Park – Near John Day, Oregon
Unity Lake State Recreation State Park offers a small campground experience that makes for a great launchpad for exploring nearby historical sites and wilderness areas. While no hunting is allowed within the park boundary, it makes for a good space for basecamp for game and bird hunting. There are 2 standard cabins; 1 is pet friendly. Other amenities include:
- Dump Station
- Hot Shower
- Flush Toilets
- Boat Ramp
- Fishing
- Wildlife
- Picnicking