Tollgate
Photo · U.S. Forest ServiceThe place
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. Keep reading
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.
The sites · 15
| Loop | Site | Type | Max rig | Electric | ADA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AREA TOLL GATE | 001 | management | — | — | |
| AREA TOLL GATE | 002 | tent only nonelectric | — | — | |
| AREA TOLL GATE | 003 | tent only nonelectric | — | — | |
| AREA TOLL GATE | 004 | tent only nonelectric | 25 ft | — | |
| AREA TOLL GATE | 005 | standard nonelectric | 26 ft | — | |
| AREA TOLL GATE | 006 | tent only nonelectric | 35 ft | — | |
| AREA TOLL GATE | 007 | standard nonelectric | 24 ft | — | |
| AREA TOLL GATE | 008 | tent only nonelectric | 35 ft | — | |
| AREA TOLL GATE | 009 | tent only nonelectric | 40 ft | — | |
| AREA TOLL GATE | 010 | standard nonelectric | 20 ft | — | |
| AREA TOLL GATE | 011 | tent only nonelectric | — | — | |
| AREA TOLL GATE | 012 | standard nonelectric | 40 ft | — | |
| AREA TOLL GATE | 013 | tent only nonelectric | 25 ft | — | |
| AREA TOLL GATE | 014 | tent only nonelectric | 25 ft | — | |
| AREA TOLL GATE | PS | group picnic area | — | — | yes |
Booking
Recreation.gov default: most campsites can be booked six months prior to arrival date. Most campgrounds go on sale at 7am PT / 8am MT / 10am ET, but not always; check the facility Seasons and Fees tab. Some locations also offer shorter supplemental booking windows.
Book on recreation.govWho runs it
Operated by Alaska Recreational Management, Inc., a private concessionaire, under permit from the agency.
Your representative
This campground sits in OR-03. This member’s public-lands record →