About Viento State Park
Viento State Park is a Columbia River Gorge campground 60 miles east of Portland. This recreation area is a premier destination for windsurfing and kiteboarding, with direct river access and dramatic gorge views.
Viento State Park operates 55 campsites for RVs up to 45 feet. Each site provides water and 30-amp electrical connections. The park requires reservations through Oregon State Parks.
The park's day-use area includes a boat ramp and dock. Summer winds attract windsurfing and kiteboarding enthusiasts from across the Pacific Northwest. The Columbia River offers fishing opportunities for anglers.
Trail networks connect to the Historic Columbia River Highway State Trail. This paved path provides 13 miles of car-free biking and walking. The park sits along Interstate 84 for convenient overnight stops.
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What Amenities Does Viento State Park Offer?
Viento State Park provides a seasonal water spigot, picnic tables, and fire rings at each site. The day-use area includes a boat ramp, dock, and restroom facilities. No showers, laundry, or dump station are available on site.
What Are the Rates at Viento State Park?
Nightly rates start at $26 for a standard tent site and $36 for an RV site with electrical and water hookups. Additional vehicles incur a $7 per night surcharge. Oregon State Parks requires a $8 reservation fee per transaction.
What Are the Check-In Rules at Viento State Park?
Check-in time is 4:00 PM; check-out is 1:00 PM. Reservations are required and can be made up to 6 months in advance through the Reserve America system. The maximum stay length is 14 consecutive nights. Quiet hours are from 10:00 PM to 7:00 AM.
Where Is Viento State Park Located?
What Attractions Are Near Viento State Park?
The park is 10 miles west of Hood River, which offers grocery stores, restaurants, and marine services. Multnomah Falls is 35 miles west. The Columbia Gorge Discovery Center is 18 miles east in The Dalles.
What Activities Are Available at Viento State Park?
What Is the Atmosphere Like at Viento State Park?
This is a short-term, reservation-only state park catering to road trippers and weekend water sports enthusiasts. It is not a long-term or residential community. The atmosphere is active, especially on windy summer weekends.
Are Pets Allowed at Viento State Park?
Pets are allowed but must remain on a leash no longer than 6 feet. Pets cannot be left unattended. There is no designated dog park or off-leash area within the campground.
