Congo Gulch
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About Congo Gulch
Congo Gulch is a national park campground at Umatilla National Forest in Grant County, Oregon. Reservations are managed through Recreation.gov. When a booked site here is cancelled it can vanish within minutes, so Campsite Tonight monitors it 24/7 and auto-adds the opening to your Recreation.gov cart before anyone else.
Sites here are tent or walk-in (no RV access).
Other campgrounds at Umatilla National Forest include Hilltop Hideaway - Umatilla NF (OR), Miners Retreat, Caretakers Cabin, Olive Lake Campground (OR) and North Fork John Day Campground (OR).
Total reservations in February — 2025: 1
Location
Address
Ukiah, Oregon
Coordinates
44.7966, -118.4975
Very high demand - sites typically fill up immediately when the booking window opens. Plan to book the moment reservations open.
- •June sees 13 reservations - book early or set cancellation alerts.
Nearby Campgrounds
Hilltop Hideaway - Umatilla NF (OR)
Umatilla National Forest
Miners Retreat
Umatilla National Forest
Caretakers Cabin
Umatilla National Forest
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Olive Lake Campground (OR)
Umatilla National Forest
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North Fork John Day Campground (OR)
Umatilla National Forest
Sunshine Guard Station
Malheur National Forest
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Congo Gulch FAQ
How far in advance should I book Congo Gulch?
Very high demand - sites typically fill up immediately when the booking window opens. Plan to book the moment reservations open. Mark your calendar for when the booking window opens (typically 5-6 months ahead). Also set alerts - cancellations do happen.
What is the busiest time at Congo Gulch?
June typically sees the highest reservation activity at Congo Gulch. During peak times, 100% of reservations are made 2+ weeks in advance.
Are there campsites available at Congo Gulch right now?
Yes! There are currently 13 site-nights available over the next 14 days at Congo Gulch, with availability on 13 different dates. Availability changes frequently due to cancellations - download the Campsite Tonight app to get instant alerts when new sites open up.
Where is Congo Gulch located?
Congo Gulch is located in Umatilla National Forest, near Ukiah, Oregon.
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