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Zigzag Ranger District

Zigzag Ranger District spans parts of the South and West side of Mt Hood. The District is comprised of 250,000 acres and is located near a metropolitan area of over a million residents. The district manages one of the largest recreation programs including 550 summer homes, 30 developed campgrounds, 3 ski areas including Timberline Lodge (Timberline Lodge has nearly 2 million visitors a year, and is one of only three National Historic Landmarks in the Forest Service System), many special use…

  • Managed by: USDA Forest Service
  • Coordinates: 45.3420633, -121.9420244

Nearby & related campgrounds

  • Sandy Ridge Recreation Site Day Pass
  • Marmot Recreation Site Day Pass
  • Eagle Creek National Fish Hatchery
  • ROARING RIVER
  • SUNSTRIP
  • LOCKABY

Frequently asked questions

Is Zigzag Ranger District reservable?

Zigzag Ranger District is primarily first-come, first-served. Use the availability view to gauge how busy it is before you go.

Where is Zigzag Ranger District?

See the map for Zigzag Ranger District's exact location and directions.

How do I book a campsite at Zigzag Ranger District?

Pick your dates on the availability calendar, then reserve through the official booking link. You can also set an alert and we'll notify you if a sold-out date opens up.

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