Viento State Park South Campground — Hotel in Hood River

Nice campground, clean and shady right near the river. We camped in the northern campground spot 53. Very small spot for tent. Spots are close together but neighbors are respectful, at least for our weekend. It is right off the highway but that was pretty easy tune out, unfortunately the rail road line is right here as well, I think I counted 4 or 5 trains blowing by from 10pm to 630am..... And they in fact have to blow the horn as their is a rail road crossing. I've gone to campgrounds where reviewers complained about the trains, that was nothing compared to this lol, it is LOUD! If you are sleeping in a tent, bring ear plugs, if you don't or forget, fear not, Walmart is 10 minutes down the highway! You...

The proximity to the rail line didn't bother me (years of living by trains helps!) but the traffic from I-84 took some getting used to. Light sleepers will probably want earplugs. The campground itself was tidy--clean bathrooms, convenient trash barrels, nice fire ring and picnic table at each site. Walkable distance to the Historic Columbia River Highway, which is a cool walk/bike with several waterfalls along the way! (Though it runs along I-84 for parts of it, so the traffic sound can be overbearing)

I don't think I need to stay here again for getaway purposes, but it'd be an ideal stop along the highway for long drives, etc. if you're...

Nice area with lots of trees. Do NOT get a site nearest the train tracks if train noise bothers you. Those rails are some of the busiest in the country. On the other side of the park you have constant traffic on I-84. The sites are all back in and can be difficult for longer bumper pulls. Check the internet for site photos before booking. Our site had a power pole support in it so that I could not put out our awning. Also, keep your items secure. We had our cooler stolen in the middle of the night. I talked to a Deputy Sheriff who drove through and he said they have a big problem with that...