Tollgate
Campground · Oregon · 14 bookable sites ·
Managed by the USDA Forest Service
Mt. Hood Park Division Recreation Area (Recreation Area) · Open Access
- 14
- Bookable sites
- 40 ft
- Max rig length
- up to 30
- People per site
- 1
- Accessible site
- 1,720 ft
- Elevation
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.The facts
- Season: 05/03/2024 – 09/30/2024 — USDA Forest Service, Aug 24, 2026
- 14 bookable sites
- 15 sites in total, including non-bookable
- 1 site for day use only
- 1 accessible site
- Vehicles up to 40 ft
- Up to 30 people per site
- Loops: AREA TOLL GATE
Site types
- 9 Tent Only Nonelectric
- 4 Standard Nonelectric
- 1 Group Picnic Area
- 1 Management
Amenities
- Fire pits
- Picnic tables
- Shade
- Pets allowed
Not recorded upstream: electric hookups, water hookups, sewer hookups, campfires allowed, grills.
15 campsites at Tollgate
| Site | Loop | Type | Entry | Surface | Grade | Access | Water | Max rig | People | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 001 | AREA TOLL GATE | Management | Back In | Gravel | — | — | — | — | 6 | 🐾 |
| 002 | AREA TOLL GATE | Tent Only Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | — | Hike In | Lakefront | — | 6 | 🐾 |
| 003 | AREA TOLL GATE | Tent Only Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | — | Drive In | Lakefront | — | 6 | 🐾 |
| 004 | AREA TOLL GATE | Tent Only Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | — | Drive In | — | 25 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 005 | AREA TOLL GATE | Standard Nonelectric | Pull Through | — | Moderate | Drive In | Lakefront | 26 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 006 | AREA TOLL GATE | Tent Only Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | — | Drive In | Lakefront | 35 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 007 | AREA TOLL GATE | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | Slight | Drive In | Lakefront | 24 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 008 | AREA TOLL GATE | Tent Only Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | — | Drive In | Lakefront | 35 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 009 | AREA TOLL GATE | Tent Only Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | — | Drive In | Lakefront | 40 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 010 | AREA TOLL GATE | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | — | Moderate | Drive In | — | 20 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 011 | AREA TOLL GATE | Tent Only Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | — | Drive In | — | — | 6 | 🐾 |
| 012 | AREA TOLL GATE | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | — | Drive In | Lakefront | 40 ft | 12 | 🐾 |
| 013 | AREA TOLL GATE | Tent Only Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | — | Drive In | — | 25 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 014 | AREA TOLL GATE | Tent Only Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | — | Drive In | — | 25 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| PS | AREA TOLL GATE | Group Picnic Area | — | — | — | Drive In | — | — | 30 | ♿ 🐾 |
Getting there
From Portland, travel southeast on Highway 26 for about 32 miles.
45.32212, -121.90557 · 45°19'19.6"N 121°54'20.1"W
Typical weather
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
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| High °F | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Low °F | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Precip in | 17.7 | 13.2 | 13.7 | 10.9 | 7.3 | 5.8 | 1.0 | 1.7 | 4.7 | 11.6 | 17.4 | 19.3 |
1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 7.8 mi away — not measured at the facility itself, and elevation can make a real difference over that distance.
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Common questions about Tollgate
- Can you reserve a site at Tollgate?
- Yes, Tollgate is reservable through Recreation.gov.
- How many campsites does Tollgate have?
- 15 sites in total, of which 14 can be booked.
- What is the maximum RV length at Tollgate?
- 40 ft. That is the longest vehicle the sites here are recorded as taking; individual sites may be shorter.
- Are pets allowed at Tollgate?
- Yes, pets are allowed at Tollgate.
Also listed by
Tollgate also appears in other federal recreation data. Facts below are matched by name and location, not confirmed by Tollgate's operator.
USDA Forest Service — data as of Aug 24, 2026
- Camping: $26/night for single unit
- $50/night for group site
- $8/extra vehicle
- Day Use Fee: $10/day/vehicle
Restrictions:
- Vehicles 16 ft. max.
Camping near Tollgate
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- Lost Creek 5.3 mi · Campground · we watch it
- Still Creek 8.4 mi · Campground · we watch it
- Zigzag Ranger District 2.2 mi · Facility
- Green Canyon Campground & Day Use Area 3.3 mi · Campground
- Salmon River West Trailhead 3.5 mi · Facility
- Paradise Park Trailhead 4.4 mi · Facility
- McNeil Campground 4.6 mi · Campground
- Mirror Lake Trailhead 6.4 mi · Facility
- Top Spur Trailhead 8.3 mi · Facility
Contact
- Phone 503-630-5721
- Email jacob@alaskarm.com
- Book Recreation.gov
Recreation.gov last updated this record on 2026-03-11.
Facility information and photographs from Recreation.gov (RIDB). SpotOpened is not affiliated with Recreation.gov or any federal agency.
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