Lower Falls Campground

FS USDA Forest Service · Trout Lake, WA · Developed

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Seasonal operation. This campground is not open year-round. Likely open now (September).

Conditions

Road Access Paved

Driveway Surface Paved

Season Seasonal Closure

Campfires Campfires Allowed

Elevation 1,300 ft

Features

Campground Stats

Total Sites	44
Sites Accepting RVs	44
Overnight Sites	44

Pull-Through Sites	3
Back-In Sites	40
Surface	Paved

Location

46.15664, -121.878452 · MOUNT ADAMS RANGER DISTRICT , Trout Lake , WA 98650

Description

Overview

Lower Falls Campground is located in the Gifford Pinchot National Forest. Visitors enjoy several waterfalls in the area and access to the Lewis River Trail. The campground is open from mid-May through October.

Recreation

Near the campground are several trailheads that provide visitors with a variety of recreational opportunities. There are hiking trails, mountain bike trails, horse trails, and motorcycle trails within 10 miles of the campground.

The Lewis River contains rainbow, cutthroat, and bull trout as well as whitefish. The area is catch and release only.

Facilities

Lower Falls Campground offers 43 standard sites that accommodate both tents and RVs (36 feet), but no hookups are available. Picnic tables and campfire rings with grills are provided, as are composting toilets and drinking water.

Natural Features

The campground is just off the Lewis River at an elevation of 1,300 feet. The campground road is paved and shaded by large evergreen trees. There are trails down to the Lewis River and falls area.

Contact Info

For facility specific information, please call (661) 702-1420.

Nearby Attractions

There are falls viewing opportunities at Lower Lewis River Falls, Curly Creek Falls, Big Creek Falls, and Middle Falls, all within 15 minutes of the campground.

Hiking trails within 10 miles include trail #31 Lewis River, Trail #5 Quartz Creek, and trail #80 Wright Meadows.

Directions

From Portland or Seattle take I-5 to exit 21 for WA-503 E toward Woodland/Cougar. WA-503 will turn into FR 90, turn right at the Pine Creek Visitor Center. Lower Falls Campground will be on your right hand side after you pass mile marker 28 on FR 90.

Activities

BIKING CAMPING HIKING

Details

Fee	If a customer does not arrive at the campground or group facility by check-out time (1 p.m.) the day after arrival he or she will be assessed a $20.00 service fee and forfeit the first night use fee and will release the campsite for others to use.
Phone	509-395-3400
Email	[email protected]
ADA Access	N
Reservable	Yes

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