Adams Fork Campground sits among the stunning landscapes of Gifford Pinchot National Forest in Washington . With 12 campsites (RV-friendly up to 35 feet feet) , restrooms, potable water, great hiking, it's a favorite for rural adventurers.
Reservations are required year-round , and the best times to visit are May-sep when the weather is most comfortable .
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🏕️ At a Glance
💳 Booking & Fees
Cancellations made 3+ days before arrival typically receive a refund minus service fees. Check Recreation.gov for specific policies and deadlines.
💧 Water Access & Features
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🌤️ Best Time to Visit
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🦅 Peak birding: May, Jun, Aug
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Adams Fork Campground located in Washington, offering 12 camping sites.
Adams Fork Campground
A Rural campground in Washington
Overview
3 Million Acres, Including the 110,000-Acre Mount St. Many of the Sites Are Small But Still Usable by Rvs, with a Maximum Parking Spur Length of 30 Feet.
Nestled Among Tall Conifers on the Adams Creek Fork of the Cispus River, Adams Fork Campground Offers Single Sites for Tent and RV Camping, As Well As Three Double Sites, with Several of the Sites Sitting Along the Banks of the River.
Adams Fork Campground Makes an Excellent Base From Which to Explore Mount St. Helens and the Surrounding Area. Nearby Multi-Use Trails Offer a Myriad of Recreational Activities, in Addition to Trout Fishing in the Cispus River.
Hikers, Horseback Riders and Mountain Bikers Can Also Use the Valley Trail, Which Offers Views of the Cispus River Valley and Tongue Mountain and Anglers Can Fish for Brook Trout in the Cispus River.
This Campground Consists of 24 Paved Back in Sites, Including Three Double Sites That Can Accommodate 12 to 25 Campers.
There Are No Water or Electric Hook-Ups, But Drinking Water and Vault Toilets Are Provided. Fire Rings Are Provided.
Nearby Orv Trails, the Campground Is Popular with Orv Riders. Campers Should Expect Riders Coming and Going From the Campground.
Adams Fork Is Part of the Cowlitz Valley Ranger District, Which Is Located in the Northernmost Portion of the Gifford Pinchot National Forest in Southwest Washington.
This Ranger District Manages Four Wilderness Areas Including the Goat Rocks Wilderness, Glacier View Wilderness, Tatoosh Wilderness and William O Douglass Wilderness.
the Cispus River Originates in a High Glacial Valley in the Goat Rocks Wilderness, and Flows Through Heavily Forested Areas Before Before Meeting the North Fork and Flowing Westerly Past Many Trails and Campgrounds.
Nearby Attractions
the Nearby Town of Randle Offers an Access Point to the Windy Ridge Viewpoint at Mount St. Helens.Contact Info
This Location Has Limited Staffing. Please Call (360) 686-3008 for General Information.Charges & Cancellations
Cancellations
Individual Campsites: Cancellations Up to 2 Days Before a Reservation Start Date Incur a $10.00 Cancellation Fee.
a Visitor Who Cancels a Reservation the Day Before or on the Day of Arrival Will Pay a $10.00 Service Fee and Forfeit the First Night’S Use Fee Including Tax and Applicable Add-on for a Campsite.
Cancellations for a One-Night Reservation Will Forfeit the Entire Amount Paid and Will Not Be Subject to an Additional Service Fee.
No-Shows
a No-Show Visitor Is One Who Does Not Arrive at a Campground and Does Not Cancel the Reservation by Check-Out Time on the Day After the Scheduled Arrival Date. Staff Will Hold a Campsite Until Check-Out Time on the Day Following the Arrival Date.
No-Shows Are Assessed $20.00 Service Fee and Forfeit the First Night’S Rate, Taxes and Applicable Add-on for a Campsite.
Refunds
Visitors May Submit a Refund Request Through Their Recreation. Gov Profile Within 7 Days of the End Date of Their Reservation. Refunds Will Not Be Issued After the 7 Days Has Ended.
Refunds for Debit or Credit Card Payments Will Be Issued As a Credit to the Original Bank or Credit Card Used to Pay.
for Check or Cash Purchases, Recreation. Gov Will Mail a Treasury Check for Refunds of Cash, Check, or Money Order Payments to the Address Associated with the Reservation. Treasury Check Refunds May Take Up to 6-8 Weeks to Arrive.
in the Event of an Emergency Closure, the Recreation. Gov Team or Facility Manager Will Refund All Fees and Will Attempt to Notify You Using the Contact Information Within the Recreation. Gov Visitor Profile.
Managed by: Usda Forest ServiceSite Details
Campsite Information
- Total Sites: 12
- Hookup Types: Electric
- Max RV Length: 35 feet
Amenities
- 🚻 Restrooms: Available
- 🚿 Showers: No
- 🗑️ Dump Station: No
- 💧 Potable Water: Available
- 🛝 Playground: No
- 🧺 Laundry: False
- 📶 WiFi: False
- 🏊 Swimming: No
- 🎣 Fishing: Available
- 🛥️ Boating: No
- 🥾 Hiking: Available
Map & Location
Address & Coordinates
Address: Adams Fork Campground Road
City: , Washington
Coordinates: 46.3388889, -121.6469444
Area Type: Rural
Phone: (360) 686-3008
Activities & Attractions
Popular Activities: Fishing|electric|water|fire-ring|river|trail|rv|tent
Available Activities:
- 🎣 Fishing: Available
- 🛥️ Boating: No
- 🥾 Hiking: Available
- 🏊 Swimming: No
Regulations & Permits
🔥 Stay Limits & Fees
Maximum Stay: 14 days
Nightly Fee: Fees Apply
Federal Pass: Yes (50% discount)
🌤️ Weather & Climate
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📱 Connectivity
Verizon
Fair Signal
LTE
AT&T
Fair Signal
LTE
T-Mobile
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📺 Television Reception
Major Networks: ABC, CBS, NBC, FOX, PBS, CW
Signal Quality: Fair
Total Stations: 11 stations
Nearest Market: Seattle/Spokane
Notes: Signals FROM Seattle/Spokane MARKET
📻 Radio Reception
Total Stations: 23 stations (7 AM, 16 FM)
AM Quality: Good | FM Quality: Good
Major Formats: ADULT Alternative, Country, NEWS/TALK
Local News: KIRO 710 Am
Market: Seattle/Spokane
Notes: 7 AM, 16 FM Stations from Seattle/Spokane
🔌 EV Charging
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Distance: 16.4 miles away
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Plan Your Visit
Essential Information
- Facility ID: 232857
- Managing Agency: Usda Forest Service
- Agency Email:
- Agency Website: https://Recreation.gov
- Parent Park: Gifford Pinchot National Forest
- Park Website: /parks/gifford-pinchot-national-forest/
Park System Information
Park Classification & Structure
- Park Type: National Forests
- Parks Post Name: gifford-pinchot-national-forest
- Parent Park Name: Gifford Pinchot National Forest
- Correct Park Type Mapping: gifford-pinchot-national-forest
System Statistics
- Total Campgrounds in System: 28.0
- States Covered: Washington
- Managing Agencies: Usda Forest Service
System IDs & References
- Parent Organization ID: 131.0
- Parent Recreation Area ID: 1117
- Parks Parent Org IDs: 131.0
- Parks Parent Rec Area IDs: 1117, 1117.0
URL Slugs & Navigation
- State Slug: washington
- Agency Slug: usda-forest-service
- Park Type Slug: national-forests
- Parent Park Slug: gifford-pinchot-national-forest
Additional Park Information
Data Reference Notes
Managing Agency Slug: usda-forest-service
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