US Forest Service manages this established campground within Willamette National Forest, providing drive-in, walk-in, and boat-in access options. The forested site sits near both river and lake water features, offering drinking water, restrooms with showers, and ADA-accessible facilities. Pets are welcome throughout the campground.
Picnic tables and trash service support day-use activities, while alcohol is permitted on-site. The location provides multiple access methods for different camping preferences. For additional options in the region, campers can explore camping destinations near Willamette National Forest. Reserve ahead during peak forest season for best site selection.
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.
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Location
Public CampgroundNorth Santiam State Recreation Area (Mongold) is located in Oregon
Coordinates
44.72119 N
122.191522 W
Connectivity
T-Mobile5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 3 usersLast on 4/21/26
VerizonLTESome CoverageVerified by 2 usersLast on 4/21/26- AT&T5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 1 user
Connectivity
- T-Mobile5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 3 usersLast on 4/21/26
- VerizonLTESome CoverageVerified by 2 usersLast on 4/21/26
- 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
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
