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Congo Gulch

Auto add-to-cart availableHigh DemandUmatilla National Forest · Ukiah, Oregon
🏞️Lake Access🌊River Access🏔️Mountain Views🌲Forest Setting🌾Open Meadow🥾Hiking

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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).

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Location

Address

Ukiah, Oregon

Coordinates

44.7966, -118.4975

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Booking Insights

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.
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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?

Congo Gulch is currently fully booked for the next 14 days. However, cancellations happen frequently - download the Campsite Tonight app to get instant alerts when sites become available.

Where is Congo Gulch located?

Congo Gulch is located in Umatilla National Forest, near Ukiah, Oregon.

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