Barlow Crossing Campground
Currently closed for the season. Opens May 22, 2026 and operates through September 7, 2026. First-come, first-served only; no reservations accepted.
Alcohol Prohibitions
This Order describes acts that are prohibited upon lands, roads and trails within the National Forest System administered by the Forest Service Pacific Northwest Region in regards to alcoholic beverages.
Restrictions on Use of Forage and Mulch Products
This Order prohibits unloading, storing, or using any straw, hay, grain, seed, or other forage or mulch products that are not state-certified weed free on the National Forest System lands, roads or trails in any Closure Area as specific in the Order. Some examples of these include hay bales, hay…
Fireworks and Explosives are always Prohibited
Fireworks and explosives (including explosive targets) are always prohibited on national forest lands. The prohibition of fireworks and exploding targets on national forest system lands is part of a set of permanent fire safety regulations in the Code of Federal Regulations (CFR), listed below.…
About
Barlow Crossing Campground offers a rustic camping experience along the Historic Barlow Road, the first road over the Cascade Range used by Oregon Trail pioneers. Located near Barlow Creek in the Mount Hood National Forest at 3,100 feet elevation, the campground provides a peaceful retreat in a forested setting. This primitive campground operates on a first-come, first-served basis with no reservations accepted. Facilities are limited to vault toilets; there is no potable water available, so campers must bring an adequate supply. Access is via Forest Roads 43 and 3530. The campground is managed by Alaska Recreational Management under a concessionaire agreement with the Forest Service. Single sites are $16 per night and double sites are $32 per night. Holders of the Interagency Access Pass or Senior Pass receive a 50% discount on camping fees. Payment is accepted in cash or check only.
Directions
Access via Forest Roads 43 and 3530 from the Barlow Ranger District area.
Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | — |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | — |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | — |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $16 - $32 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | — |
| Pull Through Sites | — |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (541) 467-2291 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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