Tollgate Campground, Rhododendron, OR

Tollgate Campground is located in the Zigzag Ranger District, Mt. Hood National Forest (42 min east of Gresham, OR) with an elevation of 1,724 feet. There are a total of 14 campsites. The campground is normally open from the end of May to mid September. 4 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 20 and 40 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Fees range from $26.00 to $52.00. Activities include biking, fishing, hiking trails.

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Campsite Reviews (54)

4.5 out of 5

5 star		67%
4 star		13%
3 star		9%
2 star		4%
1 star		2%

@JaneNBBAD56C85 · Camped on Sep 20, 2024 at Campsite #5

Have camped here many times since 2006. It's a small beautiful and quiet campground with lots of space between campsites. Bathrooms are clean and not gross

@ClaudiaC4D8818 · Camped on Sep 5, 2024 at Campsite #7

Beautiful.

@JudieR7076917 · Camped on Aug 13, 2024 at Campsite #6

One of my favorite camp spots.

@JoseO9BB65D825 · Camped on Jun 24, 2024 at Campsite #5

Tollgate is in a beautiful setting, the trees, the river, proximity to trails and Mt Hood is all fantastic. The camp sites are large and far apart from each other. While close to the highway, for sites near the river the sound of rushing water drowns out the traffic noise. The maintenance of the campground is poor. Our site had not been picked-up, resulting in plastic bits, tissue paper, cigarette butts, and food wrappers spread around the ground and in fire-pit. Pit toilet was out of TP. Maybe campers are expected to clean-up after others and bring own TP? Unfortunate because it is a beautiful place.

@BrianE1853408 · Camped on Sep 17, 2023 at Campsite #6

Amazing place! Will camp again

@EmilyK1749999 · Camped on Sep 15, 2023 at Campsite #8

Very lush green campground with a beautiful river nearby. I was worried it would be loud since it was near the highway but noise wasnt a problem at all.

@Bernadett70201 · Camped on Sep 4, 2023 at Campsite #5

Beautiful little campground. The host was very friendly and the bathrooms were so clean and well-stocked! Love that it is so close!

@RachelH3398655 · Camped on Sep 1, 2023 at Campsite #2

Beautiful campground, large/quiet sites near a trail - lots for kids to explore!

@JudieR7076917 · Camped on Aug 9, 2023 at Campsite #5

Absolute perfection! My favorite camp spot to date! This will be my go-to from now on.

@ShaneL2966506 · Camped on Aug 2, 2023 at Campsite #5

Great little campground on the Zig Zag. I wouldn't stay here if I didn't have a waterfront spot bc the road noise would increase. The sound of the river almost drowned it out. Our spot was perfect, with an area for the kiddos to play on the beach. The camp host was attentive, and he spent time taking care of the facilities. As pits toilets go, these were the cleanest I've encountered. I saw him go in with a scrubber and make it sparkling clean the morning we were leaving. No fires allowed, but we brought our propane fire pit and it gave some ambiance. There is a trail out of the campground, take the one heading towards Government Camp bc the other one just leads to a road. If you have kiddos and/or a dog, check out Ratskeller in Government Camp. Great outside space, yummy food, full bar and an arcade upstairs. Super fun, relaxing getaway and lots to explore in the area.

@GeraldC7081311 · Camped on Jul 23, 2023 at Campsite #14

Can be a bit noisy near the road, particularly site 14. But nice trees tables and fire rings.

@KarinC9D308F24 · Camped on Jul 23, 2023 at Campsite #10

Love that it is small campsite. Pretty luscious vegetation a little stream, great bike path. Great campsite. Will definitely stay again.

@AllieYD0BE1FE0 · Camped on Jul 21, 2023 at Campsite #6

This is a great little campground on the way up to Mount Hood! We had trouble with our camp stove and loved how close it was to run into town for extra cold food, even though you still feel like youre out in the woods. The spots along the creak are lovely, and each campsite is spaced far enough apart to feel pretty private.

@DebCD2590B5780 · Camped on Jul 1, 2023 at Campsite #5

Beautiful river, spacious campsite, clean restrooms! River masked the highway noise.

@Randazzo335145 · Camped on Jun 23, 2023 at Campsite #4

Great campground!

@nayrehD4CEE6EA · Camped on Jun 20, 2023 at Campsite #3

We were only there for a night and it was a quick stop. It was nice to sleep close to the river as it blocked out the noise of the highway. It's a turn right off the highway, easy to find. It is a bit more cold underneath all of the tree shade and closer proximity to the water.

@JeffW3710253 · Camped on Jun 9, 2023 at Campsite #13

The camp was wonderful! Our site had a ton of space and a couple of flat spots that were perfect for tent and cover. The road noise from our spot, number 13, was a little loud but it does quiet down around 10 PM. The bathrooms were incredibly clean. Would love to stay here again, but would definitely want a spot by the river. It was great as well to be so close to stores, trails, and the mountain. Close to home - hard to beat!

@TaraA9228987 · Camped on Sep 18, 2022 at Campsite #5

The grounds were well kept. There's a beautiful river that runs through. It was perfect.

@DANIELL7634709 · Camped on Sep 16, 2022 at Campsite #6

It's a nice basic campsite close to the stream, and day trips up to Mt Hood. We will likely come back.

@KathyO9167890 · Camped on Sep 12, 2022 at Campsite #4

All OK; more visits by park staff would be helpful (fill TP.etc); some info on trails in park would be nice.

@JUDYH8983006 · Camped on Aug 26, 2022 at Campsite #5

Great spot for quick visit to ZigZag, Oregon.

@DeniseL2073409 · Camped on Aug 4, 2022 at Campsite #11

Posted no campfires was posted in error, so we needlessly did not have a campfire, road noise all night

@GraceJ8634092 · Camped on Jul 24, 2022 at Campsite #4

A quiet, relaxing, and well kept campground. Each campsite was amazing! I loved staying at the campground because it was situated near many hikes and recreational activities. I recommend hiking to mirror lake, swimming at trillium lake, and checking out ski bowl. My single complaint about this campground is that it is close to the highway which created some loud noise at night. I would recommend getting a campsite on the river if you think that will bother you. Overall, I absolutely loved this campground and can’t wait to come back.

@Christine21830 · Camped on Jul 10, 2022 at Campsite #4

Easy access, great spots with fire pits and picnic benches. Lots of tree coverage. A great place we will be returning to!

@LauraS4657948 · Camped on Jul 8, 2022 at Campsite #11

Campground was good. Nice creek running nearby. Vault toilets were clean and not stinky. Heard highway noise constantly until about 10:30pm. Got an upset stomach from the potable water spigot.

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