Lewis River Hc (Wa) Gifford Pinchot Nf sits among the stunning landscapes of Gifford Pinchot National Forest in Washington . With 50 campsites (RV-friendly up to 35 feet feet) , 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
📸 Discover the Beauty of Gifford Pinchot National Forest
🌤️ Best Time to Visit
Plan your trip during the optimal season for this campground.
🦅 Peak birding: May, Jun, Aug
🦌 Recent Wildlife Sightings
Recent wildlife observations near this campground from the iNaturalist community.
Lewis River Hc (Wa) Gifford Pinchot Nf located in Washington, offering 50 camping sites.
Lewis River Hc (Wa) Gifford Pinchot Nf
A Rural campground in Washington
Overview
this Location Is Available on a First-Come, First-Served Basis Only. Campsites May Not Be Reserved in Advance. Visitors Are Required to Physically Arrive at the Campground to Purchase and Claim a Site. Visitors Can Pay by Cash on Site, or by Using Scan and Pay. Download the Recreation. Gov Mobile App Before You Arrive at the Campground, and Pay Through Your Phone Using the Scan and Pay Qr Code Which Is Located on Site.
This Rustic Horse Camp Has Access to Many Mixed Use Trails. There Is a Highline in Each Site and a Stock Only Water Trough with Access to the Quartz Creek Trail and Lewis River Trail.
There Are Nine Camp Sites and Parking for 10 Trailers and 15 Vehicles.
Contact Info
for Facility Specific Information, Please Call (509) 395-3402.Managed by: Usda Forest ServiceSite Details
Campsite Information
- Total Sites: 50
- Hookup Types: Electric
- Max RV Length: 35 feet
Amenities
- 🚻 Restrooms: No
- 🚿 Showers: No
- 🗑️ Dump Station: No
- 💧 Potable Water: No
- 🛝 Playground: No
- 🧺 Laundry: False
- 📶 WiFi: False
- 🏊 Swimming: No
- 🎣 Fishing: No
- 🛥️ Boating: No
- 🥾 Hiking: Available
Map & Location
Address & Coordinates
Address: Quartz Creek Trail
City: , Washington
Coordinates: 46.18553, -121.85007
Area Type: Rural
Phone: (509) 395-3402
Activities & Attractions
Popular Activities: Water|river|trail|rv
Available Activities:
- 🎣 Fishing: No
- 🛥️ Boating: No
- 🥾 Hiking: Available
- 🏊 Swimming: No
Regulations & Permits
🔥 Stay Limits & Fees
Maximum Stay: 14 days
Nightly Fee: $25-35
Federal Pass: Yes (50% discount)
🌤️ Weather & Climate
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Annual Precip
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Best Visit Time
📱 Connectivity
Verizon
Fair Signal
LTE
AT&T
Fair Signal
LTE
T-Mobile
Poor Signal
4G
📺 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
⚡ Lakeside 24 Hour Fuel
Distance: 23.6 miles away
Address: 16835 Lewis River Rd, Cougar, WA
Network: non-networked
Charging Type: Standard-charging-available • J1772
Plan Your Visit
Essential Information
- Facility ID: 10355761
- Managing Agency: Usda Forest Service
- Agency Email:
- Agency Website: https://help.recreation.gov/helpcenter?id=kb_article&sys_id=53b5c4e91b206410201beb9ce54bcbce&table=
- 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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