Alpine Campground
Area Status: Closed
High on Mount Hood, near the headwaters of the Salmon River, the Alpine Campground is the highest on the Forest. Snow can be present in mid-summer. This campground offers excellent acess to nearby Timberline Lodge and many hiking and mountain biking trails as well as the town of Government Camp below it.
(Average spur length = 16 feet)
At a Glance
Reservations: | This campground is first-come, first-served and does not take reservations. *Has seasonal gate |
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Fees: |
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Open Season: | July - 09/03/2023 |
Restrictions: | Vehicles 16 ft. max. |
Closest Towns: | Government Camp, OR |
Water: | Potable Water |
Passes: |
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Operated By: | Concessionaire |
Information Center: | Zigzag Ranger District: (503) 622-3191 |
General Information
Directions:From Sandy, OR, travel east on Highway 26 past Government Camp to Forest Service Road 173. Follow 173 north to the campground.
Activities
Campground Camping
Campsites are tent-only.No. of Sites | 16 single site(s) |
Reservation Info | Not reservable |
No. of Accessible sites | None |
Day Hiking
Near the historic Timberline Lodge.General Info:
AccessibilityGeneral Notes