Adams Fork Campground

Gifford Pinchot National Forest — riverside, fishing, hiking

Location: Randle, WA, WA

Price: From $25 per night

Price range: $25–$45 per night

Rating: 4.1 out of 5 (42 reviews)

Season: May through October

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.

Cell coverage (FCC estimate): none signal. Actual signal may vary in remote areas.

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Vault Toilets, Drinking Water, Electric Hookups, Fishing

Availability alerts: Set a free cancellation alert at camperwatch.org/campground/adams-fork-campground to be notified when sites open up.

Adams Fork sits directly on the Cispus River among tall conifers and offers river-bank sites, making it an excellent base for exploring Mount St. Helens with nearby multi-use trails and trout fishing access.

Insider tips for Adams Fork Campground: Book early — this is a federal campground with only 23 sites total and high demand Several sites sit directly on the river banks according to RIDB description; request these when booking if river access is a priority The campground offers three double sites in addition to single sites, useful for larger groups Trout fishing available directly in the Cispus River on-site

Skip Adams Fork Campground if: You need RV hookups — no hookups at most sites; only suitable for self-contained RVs. You're visiting outside May-October — seasonal operations only.

Best time to visit Adams Fork Campground: May-October — Campground operates seasonally May through October only per official schedule.

Nearby campgrounds: Cat Creek Campground (WA), Olallie Lake Campground (WA), Horseshoe Lake Campground (WA), Cody Horsecamp (WA).

Cell Phone Coverage at Adams Fork Campground

Cell signal at Adams Fork Campground (Randle, WA): none overall signal based on FCC broadband data.

Coverage data source: FCC Broadband Data Collection (BDC). Actual signal may vary due to terrain, tree cover, and distance from towers. Camper reports are more reliable than coverage maps in remote areas.

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Randle, WA, WA★ 4.1 (42 reviews)From $25/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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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.

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Verified facts

RIDB / Recreation.gov official database
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
SeasonMay through October
Stay limit14 days
Max RV42 ft
HookupsNo hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
ToiletsVault toilets
PetsAllowed
CampfiresAllowed
Max/site6 people

Amenities

RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verified
Essentials
Fire RingsDrinking Water
Recreation
Picnic TablesElectric Hookups
Family & Pets
Vault ToiletsFishing

Straight talk

CamperWatch intel · curated from camper reports

Known issues, each with the workaround. Read before you book.

Known issuesFederal campground — book early. No hookups at most sites. Seasonal operations.
Skip it if:✕ You need RV hookups — no hookups at most sites; only suitable for self-contained RVs✕ You're visiting outside May-October — seasonal operations only

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

Book early

this is a federal campground with only 23 sites total and high demand

Several sites sit directly on the river banks according to RIDB description; request these when booking if river access is a priority

The campground offers three double sites in addition to single sites, useful for larger groups

Trout fishing available directly in the Cispus River on-site

Best: May-October

Campground operates seasonally May through October only per official schedule

Things to do nearby

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Conditions today

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Cell signal

FCC BDC · quarterly dataset
T-Mobile
4G · 0%
Verizon
4G · 0%
AT&T
4G · 0%

FCC maps are theoretical — camper reports confirm signal.

Location

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541-338-7869· Gifford Pinchot National Forest
Getting there →

Take I-5 to State Highway 12 and exit at Randle, Washington. Follow State Highway 131 for 1 mile, staying left at the fork, and continuing on Forest Service Road 23. Stay left at next fork for Forest Service Road 21 to Forest Service Road 56 to arrive at the campground.

Campground entrance

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Community

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Pro tips

  • Book on recreation.gov exactly 6 months ahead at 10am ET — Gifford Pinchot National Forest fills fast in peak season.
  • Check current road conditions at Gifford Pinchot National Forest before arrival — seasonal closures common.

Frequently asked questions

RIDB facts + intel · FAQPage schema, speakable
How much does Adams Fork Campground cost per night?+
Adams Fork Campground costs $25–$45 per night. Hookup options: No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What season is Adams Fork Campground open?+
Adams Fork Campground is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Adams Fork Campground have hookups?+
No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What is the maximum RV length at Adams Fork Campground?+
Adams Fork Campground can accommodate RVs up to 42 feet.
How do I make reservations at Adams Fork Campground?+
Adams Fork Campground is a federal campground — book 6 months ahead at Recreation.gov. Set a free CamperWatch cancellation alert to be notified the moment a site opens.
What is the cell service like at Adams Fork Campground?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Adams Fork Campground is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Adams Fork Campground open, and what are check-in times?+
Adams Fork Campground is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.

Official resources

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National Weather Service — Live hourly forecast + active alerts
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Google Air Quality API — Live AQI at exact campground coordinates
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iNaturalist — Research-grade wildlife within 8km
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Google Pollen API — Today’s tree, grass & weed pollen forecast
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Sunrise-Sunset.org — Sunrise, sunset & golden hour for today
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Google Street View — Campground entrance & access road imagery
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RIDB — ADA sites, hookups, toilets, pets, campfire rules, bear boxes, max RV, activities, contact, directions
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$25 /night★ 4.1 (42)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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