Public Campground
North Santiam State Recreation Area (Mongold)
North Santiam State Recreation Area (Mongold) is located near the North Santiam River, featuring forested terrain with river access. Temperatures range from 30°F in winter to 85°F in summer. Nearby attractions include Detroit Lake, offering opportunities for boating and fishing.
Description
North Santiam State Park plays host to some of the most beautiful riverfront in the area. It is one of the finest steelhead fishing spots on the North Santiam River. North Santiam State Park is a primitive campground and day-use area with drinking fountain and restroom facilities. Picnic tables dot the grass, making North Santiam State Park a great place to stop to stretch and eat a picnic lunch. Hiking trails show the beauty of the large old-growth trees and the river.
Detours Nearby
Old Elkhorn Golf Course
22 min away
Pamelia Lake
1 hr 1 min away
Drive Time
- 51 min from Salem, OR
- 1 hr 2 min from Albany, OR
- 1 hr 19 min from Corvallis, OR
- 1 hr 32 min from Portland, OR
Location
North Santiam State Recreation Area (Mongold) is located in Oregon
Coordinates
44.72119 N
122.191522 W
Connectivity
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Connectivity
- T-Mobile5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 1 userLast on 11/19/25
- VerizonLTESome CoverageVerified by 2 usersLast on 11/19/25
- AT&T5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 1 user
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
- Boat-InSites accessible by watercraft.
Site Types
- Tent Cabin
Features
For Campers
- ADA Access
- Trash
- Picnic Table
- Showers
- Drinking Water
- Toilets
- Alcohol
- Pets
