Tollgate

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Overview

Tollgate Campground is one of the most convenient to Portland, making it a great headquarters for exploring the Mt. Hood area. It stands in the southwestern shadow of Oregon's highest point, Mt. Hood. The campground provides access to a variety of trails, as well as historic sites, including spots along the famed Oregon Trail.

Recreation

A variety of hiking, mountain biking and horseback riding trails are available in the area. The nearly 10-mile Pioneer Bridle Trail passes through the campground. A replica of the original Barlow Road tollgate is just east of the campground. The gate was used by travelers along the Oregon Trail from 1879 to 1919.

A day-use picnic area at the campground, providing access to the scenic surroundings, as well as the nearby river and Camp Creek. Anglers enjoy the sport of catch-and-release fishing for small trout and whitefish.

Facilities

The campground offers single-family sites for tent and RV camping. Parking surfaces are dirt and gravel and sometimes uneven. Each site is equipped with tables and campfire rings with grills. Accessible vault toilets and drinking water are provided.

An adjacent picnic shelter can be reserved for day use and can accommodate up to 30 people and 10 vehicles. It is equipped with multiple tables and pedestal grills.

Natural Features

The campground is located in the Mt. Hood National Forest, approximately 32 miles southeast of Portland, at an elevation of about 2,100 feet. The campground sits on the north bank of the Zigzag River, just east of the community of Rhododendron, in a humid, semi-subtropic environment of Douglas fir and cedar trees.

Tollgate Campground was originally constructed by the Civilian Conservation Corps, and some historic features, such as rock fireplaces and a reconstructed picnic shelter still remain.

Nearby Attractions

The campground is 2.5 miles from the town of Zigzag, which offers a variety of services, including lodging, eateries and a variety of shops.

Contact Info

For facility specific information, please call (503) 622-3191.

Camp site features

Across 13 camp sites:

Fire pit: 4 of 13 sites
Pets allowed: all 13 sites
Longest RV: 40 ft
Largest party: 12 people

Directions

From Portland, travel southeast on Highway 26 for about 32 miles.

Stay Limit

Check in from 2 PM, check out by 12 PM.

Reviews

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Annette H

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Reviewed 2 months ago

Small campsite, perfect for families and tent camping.

Darren O

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Reviewed 2 months ago

This small, cozy campground is conveniently located just off of 26 by the little town of Rhodedendrun. Be sure to book a site near the river to drown out the road noise. Also if you are near an outhouse, there will be odors so consider this before booking. We found the water to very metallic and undrinkable.

Mary R

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Reviewed 3 months ago

Great campground next to the river. Very nice camp host, the sites were well taken care of and the bathrooms were very clean!

Chris S

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Reviewed 3 months ago

Love this spot. Afraid to review as too many might find it.

Bradd N

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Reviewed 3 months ago

We were in camp site 7 towards the back. Not the most shady site with lots of sun. Very close to the restroom.

Anna G

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Reviewed 4 months ago

All was well and it was very beautiful. We loved our campsite next to the Zig Zag river. The problem was with the water. We had a clear plastic 5 gallon water container and used that to fill our water. Unfortunately the water was brown. We tried several times and let the spigot run for a bit and the water was still brown. We drove to the Dollar General about 1.5 miles down the road and bought 3 gallons of water for our stay.

Availability

See the Camp Sites section below to find detailed booking availability.

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