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Zigzag Mountain Farm on Mount Hood

Hosted by Zigzag · Rhododendron, Oregon
14 sites · Tent, Lodging · 50 acres
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422 reviews
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Located on Mount Hood about an hour from Portland, Zigzag Mountain Farm is home to an organic garden, old homestead, house, yurts, and barn. 50 acres of open meadows and forest, bordering thousands of acres of national forest. The farm is home to an organic garden, campfire circle, picnic area, a city bus with a campers' kitchen, outdoor seating area with BBQ, kids play structure and hiking trails. The cabin on the property was built by the original homesteaders. Britta and Jim purchased the property in 2009. It had been vacant for a number of years. Giant slash piles scattered the land from previous logging. The house and cabin were not livable and needed major renovations. In 2019, we purchased and brought in a city bus and converted it to a campers kitchen. A year-round creek flows through the property and 3 major rivers are nearby. The Zigzag Mountain Lookout Trail leaves from the property. The property was homesteaded in the early 1900's. E. Mountain Drive was the wagon train trail into Portland, known as the Barlow Trail. Zigzag Mountain Farm offers the perfect escape from the city.

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Tent-only sites

8 sites
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Tent Camping

95%
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Tent site · Sleeps 4
About a 1-hour drive from Portland on the base of Mount Hood, Zigzag Mountain farm offers the perfect escape from the city with 50 acres of meadows and forest, bordering thousands of acres of national forest.  Camping is not designated by sites, but by areas. You choose an area, e.g. forest camp, or a meadow, to set up your tent, one tent included per booking (up to 2 people included in rate; extra people can be added upon arrival for $5/adult plus lodging tax). The farm is home to an organic garden, campfire circle, picnic area, a city bus converted into a campers' kitchen, outdoor seating area with BBQ, kids play structure and hiking trails. Interested in staying in one of 8 yurts, or rent the 2-bedroom original cabin? Please check out our Zigzag Mountain Farm website. A year-round creek flows through the property.
Hike-in access only
No campfires
Toilet
Potable water
Pets allowed
Showers
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Van Camping or Small Trailer

100%
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Tent site · Sleeps 4
About a 1-hour drive from Portland, on the base of Mount Hood, Zigzag Mountain farm offers the perfect escape from the city with 50 acres of meadows and forest, bordering thousands of acres of national forest. Camp in your camper van, stay in one of 8 yurts, or rent the 2-bedroom original cabin. Camping is not designated by sites, but by areas. You select the area you prefer and choose a spot. The farm is home to an organic garden, campfire circle, picnic area, a city bus with a campers' kitchen, outdoor seating area with BBQ, kids' play structure and hiking trails. A year-round creek flows through the property.
Short walk to site
No campfires
Toilet
Potable water
Pets allowed
Showers
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Rent A Tent

Booked 1 time
Tent site · Sleeps 2
Spend the night in a tent that's already set up with two mattresses. Bring your own sleeping bags or blankets/linens, etc. Please choose the number of tents you would like to reserve (1 room = 1 tent!).
No campfires
Toilet
Potable water
Pets allowed
Showers
No picnic table

Lodging

6 sites
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Yurt - Family

80%
(5)
Yurt · Sleeps 4 · 3 beds
Please choose the number of yurts you would like to reserve (1 room = 1 yurt!). This yurt is furnished with one double bed and a bunk bed. Yurt Details: Please bring your own sleeping bags or sheets, blankets, pillows, and towels. They have electricity for lights and charging devices. No electric heaters or appliances (they will trip the fuse). If you need linens or towels, we offer rentals for $10 per bed and $3 per towel. The yurts have heat included during non-summer months. Heat is available for $10/night (plus lodging tax) during the summer season (June 15 – September 15). We have multiple family yurts on the property, so interior color and design may vary slightly.
No campfires
Toilet
Potable water
Pets allowed
Showers
Picnic table
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Yurt - Queen Bed

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Yurt · Sleeps 2 · 1 bed
Please choose the number of yurts you would like to reserve (1 room = 1 yurt!). This yurt is furnished with a queen bed. Yurt Details: Please bring your own sleeping bags or sheets, blankets, pillows, and towels. They have electricity for lights and charging devices. No electric heaters or appliances (they will trip the fuse). If you need linens or towels, we offer rentals for $10 per bed and $3 per towel. The yurts have heat included during non-summer months. Heat is available for $10/night (plus lodging tax) during the summer season (June 15 – September 15).
No campfires
Toilet
Potable water
Pets allowed
Showers
Picnic table
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Yurt - Private 4-Bed Dorm

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Yurt · Sleeps 4 · 4 beds
Please choose the number of yurts you would like to reserve (1 room = 1 yurt!). This yurt is furnished with two sets of bunk beds and is a private dorm, exclusively reserved for you and your group. Yurt Details: Please bring your own sleeping bags or sheets, blankets, pillows, and towels. They have electricity for lights and charging devices. No electric heaters or appliances (they will trip the fuse). If you need linens or towels, we offer rentals for $10 per bed and $3 per towel. The yurts have heat included during non-summer months. Heat is available for $10/night (plus lodging tax) during the summer season (June 15 – September 15). We have multiple private yurts with four-bed dorm setups on the property, so interior color and design may vary slightly.
No campfires
Toilet
Potable water
Pets allowed
Showers
Picnic table
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Cabin

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Cabin · Sleeps 6 · 2 bedrooms · 2 beds · 1 toilet
Our two-story restored historic cabin was built by the original homesteaders in 1909. It’s a large, rustic, and comfortable space with two bedrooms, a private bath (tub/shower, sink, and toilet), a large living room with wood stove and hide-a-bed, fully equipped kitchen, and a wrap-around porch by the creek. The cabin comes with linens, towels, a heating system, and wifi. An additional common bathroom, attached to the cabin but with its own outside entrance, is available and shared with campers.
No campfires
Toilet
Potable water
Pets allowed
Showers
Picnic table
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Yurt - Double Bed

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Yurt · Sleeps 2 · 1 bed
Please choose the number of yurts you would like to reserve (1 room = 1 yurt!). This yurt is furnished with one double bed. Yurt Details: Please bring your own sleeping bags or sheets, blankets, pillows, and towels. They have electricity for lights and charging devices. No electric heaters or appliances (they will trip the fuse). If you need linens or towels, we offer rentals for $10 per bed and $3 per towel. The yurts have heat included during non-summer months. Heat is available for $10/night (plus lodging tax) during the summer season (June 15 – September 15).
No campfires
Toilet
Potable water
Pets allowed
Showers
Picnic table
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Tiny House

Tiny home · Sleeps 4 · 1 bedroom · 1 bed
The tiny house comes with linens, towels, and a heater. It has one loft bed and a dining table that converts into a bed, plus a small kitchenette. The tiny house does not have its own bathroom; shared bathrooms and the campers’ kitchen are available for your use. Guests also have access to all campsite amenities, including the camper kitchen, communal fire pit, and BBQ areas.
No campfires
Toilet
Potable water
Pets allowed
Showers
Picnic table

Reviews

95% Recommend590 ratings · 422 reviews
Zig Zag Mountain Farm offers a blend of natural beauty and well-equipped amenities, making it a favorite for campers seeking both relaxation and convenience. The site features clean bathrooms, a cozy yurt, a communal kitchen bus, and plenty of trails to explore. Families and solo travelers alike appreciate the community atmosphere, although some guests noted issues with communication and occasional noise disruptions. Despite these, the overall experience is positive, with many guests expressing eagerness to return.
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Recommends
· September 2026
Tent ·
Tent Camping
This is a fantastic place with a great community atmosphere, nestled in the woods, plenty of amenities.
Recommends
· September 2026
Tent ·
Tent Camping
My trip here was amazing! Everyone was so kind and helpful and the whole area is beautiful! Stunning gardens and views of zig zag mountain. Bathrooms were very clean. Has everything you could possibly need and the host was so generous!
Recommends
· August 2026
Tent · With pets ·
Tent Camping
A perfect balance of amenities and quiet nature. We loved our time and area already planning a trip back.
Recommends
· August 2026
Tent ·
Tent Camping
Phenomenal community oriented campground. Would recommend to anyone.
Recommends
· August 2026
Tent ·
Tent Camping
There were plenty of spots to set your tent up! The bathroom was well cleaned. I wouldn’t worry about packing pots/pans, they have a good selection to use in the bus kitchen. They also provide a fridge/freezer which was super helpful.
Recommends
· August 2026
With kids ·
Yurt - Private 4-Bed Dorm
Such a beautiful and relaxing place. I only wish we had had more time to spend there!
Recommends
· August 2026
Perfect, private camp!
Tent ·
Tent Camping
I love this place! Easy to access, very affordable, cute, clean, and private! Thank you Hosts for welcoming me into your camp! Love to stay! I'll be back, and I would highly recommend!!!
Recommends
· July 2026
I’ll be back 🙂
Tent ·
Tent Camping
Very welcoming and accommodating to my late request for a nights stay.
Recommends
· July 2026
Yurt - Queen Bed
What a lovely spot! Well-fitted with amenities, everything was clean and well-kept. Yurt was super cozy. Hosts were very helpful with a tour at check-in and were available to answer questions. Wish I'd booked more than one night!
Recommends
· July 2026
Tent ·
Van Camping or Small Trailer
Love the place!! So cool! And the host and workers were so kind
Mixed feelings
· July 2026
Tent ·
Tent Camping
Overall pretty good, communal vibe, not traditional car camping but it states you have to walk to your site, pretty cool. One guy did wake my dad up at 145 and 245am curse-yelling. Two of four showers out of commission. Overall would stay again for location and price
Recommends
· July 2026
A Peaceful Family Getaway
With kids ·
Yurt - Family
Zig Zag Farms is such a beautiful and peaceful place. The property is full of natural beauty, with lovely gardens, a small creek, and a trail that loops around the grounds. The trail is an easy, relaxing walk that people of all ages can enjoy. The playground is awesome and was a big hit with the kids. Our yurt was clean, comfortable, and had power. The staff were genuinely friendly, kind, and welcoming. It is a wonderful place to slow down, spend time together, and enjoy being outdoors. One helpful tip: bring plenty of bug spray!
Not recommend
· July 2026
Stunning Vibe, Nightmare Host!!!!!!
Group trip ·
Yurt - Family
The property itself carries a beautiful, peaceful vibe, but the host’s complete lack of communication turned what should have been a great trip into a safety hazard. ​We used Instant Book for a party of four (with kids). Afterward, I made multiple attempts to contact the host via both Hipcamp messages and phone calls to confirm the details. Zero response. ​When we arrived, we discovered the yurts require a door code to enter, a code that was never included in the post-booking instructions. To make matters worse, the check-in policy states that if you arrive after 10:00 PM, you are completely on your own. Because the host went radio silent and locked us out without the code, we were left entirely stranded in the middle of the night with young children. ​Fortunately, a motel just a few minutes away had a last-minute opening and saved our night. Despite leaving us with nowhere to sleep, the host flat-out refuses to issue a refund or even to communicate or check on us next morning. That is why I am leaving this review. ​It’s a shame because the location has so much potential, but a host this unresponsive and unforgiving is a massive liability. Save yourself the stress and the money, look elsewhere for a host who actually answers their phone and cares about their guests' safety.
Recommends
· July 2026
Tent ·
Tent Camping
Great place to stay. Host was incredible! They went above and beyond
Recommends
· July 2026
Tent ·
Tent Camping
Owners are very nice. Private and clean. Absolutely beautiful location!
Recommends
· July 2026
Tent ·
Tent Camping
Cute little area, nice set up. Tent sites are more like walkin but they do have wagons to cart your items to your site. Staff was very friendly and helpful.
Recommends
· July 2026
Huge Property with Hiking Trails
With kids ·
Yurt - Private 4-Bed Dorm
Very lovely property with welcoming staff. Excellent signage throughout to help you navigate the area. We loved the mix of yurt and tent sites. The city bus converted into a communal kitchen was well-equipped! There are a ton of hiking trails that easily accessible and for a variety of skill-level. The playground equipment, firepit, and tree swing were great for our toddler to enjoy. We will definitely be coming back here again in the future.
Recommends
· July 2026
With pets ·
Yurt - Queen Bed
My partner and I had a wonderful time! The staff was kind and helpful and we were so close to so many trails!
Recommends
· July 2026
Great
Tent · With pets ·
Tent Camping
We really enjoyed our stay at Zigzag Meadow Farm. We have a 6 year old and a toddler, as well as a dog terrified of fireworks (it was July 4th weekend). The staff was welcoming and helpful, and there are a lot of fun amenities (play structure, dining bus, real toilets, guides for nearby hikes, property cats that want to say hi, a bunny to feed dandelion leaves to). We could still hear some big booms, but nothing too terrible. The kids had an incredible time and our oldest felt confident navigating the camp by himself, and was sad to leave. Definitely a lot of kids and dogs, so maybe avoid if that's not your scene. Really beautiful, easy and fun.
Recommends
· July 2026
Car camping for mom
Tent ·
Van Camping or Small Trailer
The camp has everything you need for camping . Nice trails around property and near enough to good hikes . Has an eclectic vibe .
Recommends
· July 2026
Yurt - Double Bed
Amazing place to stay. We loved the Yurt a lot but what stood out about this place was the community. We wish we had more days here to chat w neighbors around the campfire. The community kitchen bus is an amazing way to meet people. We had so much fun exploring he grounds, especially the garden area. We will be back!
Recommends
· June 2026
Magical!
With kids ·
Yurt - Family
The site was incredible. So clean and so many amenities. The staff were really helpful. The onsite trails into the forest were my favorite. Great for families!
Recommends
· June 2026
Best time camping at zig zag!
Tent ·
Van Camping or Small Trailer
The area is just so chill and peaceful. The land itself is beautiful and private if you’d like it to be but communal if you’re in search for a combine good time. The workers are so friendly, and made everything work so smoothly. I would rec this place to literally anyone. It’s got all the perks of camping but also a main house if you’d could need anything. We are most definitely coming back and staying longer than one night!!!
Recommends
· June 2026
Tent · With kids ·
Tent Camping
Amazing HipCamp, all the amenities, great staff, clean, and a beautiful plot of land. Highly recommended, especially for families with kids or elderly parents since there’s yurts, showers, and a converted bus kitchen.
Mixed feelings
· June 2026
Tent ·
Tent Camping
This was an awesome place! It is dispersed camp sites, so it’s not guaranteed how close or far you’ll be to others until the end of the night. We found a great spot in the forest and had a great experience, it did look crowded on the other side though. Clean bathrooms and the cooking bus was super cool. The fire pit was a highlight for us because we got to chat with some new friends, but if privacy and quiet is what you’re after this may not be the spot for you.
Recommends
· June 2026
Tent ·
Tent Camping
We loved Zigzag! We ended up extending our stay for 7 nts in our tent. So pretty & the campers' kitchen in a converted city bus was the cherry on top along with the nice bath/shower house. Short drive to Mount Hood. Thank you ZigZag staff for being the best hosts. We will def be back & will hopefully see Harold again.😉
Recommends
· June 2026
Tent ·
Van Camping or Small Trailer
We really enjoyed staying here! They took such good care of us and made us feel welcome. The place has all of the facilities and amenities that you would need. We were far enough away from other campers that it felt private. It was so clutch that they had a stocked kitchen! That saved us a few times when we realized we forgot something we needed at home, and when we needed to wash our dishes. The communal firepit was nice, we met some other campers and enjoyed their company and the ambiance. And you could see the stars so clearly from our campsite! There are trails in the forests all around the campsite to explore, and so many beautiful hiking spots in the area. We would absolutely stay here again.
Not recommend
· June 2026
Horrible unless you're with kids
Tent · With pets ·
Tent Camping
This place was not for us. Great for families but it had no privacy and you couldnt camp anywhere near your car. We didnt end up staying. Do not recommend for anyone who isnt traveling with kids.
Recommends
· May 2026
Tent ·
Tent Camping
We loved staying in the yurt at Zigzag farm! It was sooo cozy on a rainy night and the propane heater was powerful! Tobias was so friendly and helpful with giving us directions and even directing us to the nearby farmers market that was happening the next day. We loved cooking in the bus-kitchen! Also recommend you bring your own dishes, utensils, and supplies, such as cooking oil and spices, just as you would to a campsite. The mile loop trail in the mossy forest was a perfect morning walk. So peaceful. We will definitely camp here again!
Recommends
· May 2026
A lovely farm stay, 10/10 recommend
Tent ·
Tent Camping
What an absolutely fabulous find. We were greeted by the host, Tobias, and shown around the property where we were able to choose between many forested and meadow camping spots. There were several bathrooms and showers, all with hot water and very clean. There were several places to lounge or interact with other guests if you choose, including a two patios, the bus converted into a camp kitchen, and fire pit. Otherwise, the camp sites are spaced far enough away from one another to have plenty of privacy. There is dedicated parking spots that are not necessarily right next to your camping spot depending on which spot you choose, however it’s not more than a 2-3 minute walk. I would absolutely stay here again next time I am visiting.

Location

Rhododendron, Clackamas, Oregon, United StatesTo respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking
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Joined in January 2019

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