Goose Lake Campground

Gifford Pinchot National Forest — lakeside

Location: WA, WA

Price: From $20 per night

Rating: 5 out of 5 (1 reviews)

Season: May through October

This location is available on a first-come, first-served basis only. Visitors are required to physically arrive at the campground to purchase and claim a site. Once on-site, you may be able to pay for your campsite(s) by scanning a QR code using the Recreation.gov mobile app, and the Scan and Pay feature.

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

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Vault Toilets, Boat Launch

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

Goose Lake offers a scenic lakeside setting with basic amenities including fire rings, picnic tables, and a boat launch. Reviewers praise the gorgeous lake views and appreciate clean facilities.

Wildlife alert: American Pika, Common Merganser, Pine Siskin, American Robin, Northern Flicker, Common Garter Snake, and Western Skink documented in the area.

Insider tips for Goose Lake Campground: First-come, first-served basis only — arrive early to secure a site. Download Recreation.gov mobile app before arrival to use Scan and Pay feature for payment. Arrive during peak season (May-October) as campground closes seasonally.

Skip Goose Lake Campground if: You have a large group — sites are small with limited parking and steep slopes.. You need hookups — no hookups available.. You plan to visit November through April — campground is closed seasonally..

Best time to visit Goose Lake Campground: May-October — Campground operates seasonally during this period only..

Nearby campgrounds: Forlorn Lakes Cg (Wa) Gifford Pinchot Nf (Trout Lake, WA), Peterson Prairie Campground (CARSON, WA), Atkisson Group Camp (CARSON, WA), Cultus Creek Cg (Wa) Gifford Pinchot Nf (Trout Lake, WA).

Cell Phone Coverage at Goose Lake Campground

Cell signal at Goose Lake Campground (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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WA, WA★ 5 (1 reviews)From $20/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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This location is available on a first-come, first-served basis only. Visitors are required to physically arrive at the campground to purchase and claim a site. Once on-site, you may be able to pay for your campsite(s) by scanning a QR code using the Recreation.gov mobile app, and the Scan and Pay feature.

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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
HookupsNo hookups.
Max/site6 people

Amenities

RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verified
Essentials
Fire RingsBoat Launch
Recreation
Picnic Tables
Family & Pets
Vault Toilets

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 have a large group — sites are small with limited parking and steep slopes.✕ You need hookups — no hookups available.✕ You plan to visit November through April — campground is closed seasonally.

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

First-come, first-served basis only

arrive early to secure a site.

Download Recreation.gov mobile app before arrival to use Scan and Pay feature for payment.

Arrive during peak season (May-October) as campground closes seasonally.

Best: May-October

Campground operates seasonally during this period only.

Things to do nearby

RIDB /activities /recareas + intel

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.

Wildlife nearby

iNaturalist · research-grade · 8 km
Alert: American Pika, Common Merganser, Pine Siskin, American Robin, Northern Flicker, Common Garter Snake, and Western Skink documented in the area.

Location

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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 Goose Lake Campground cost per night?+
Goose Lake Campground costs $20 per night. Hookup options: No hookups.
What season is Goose Lake Campground open?+
Goose Lake Campground is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Goose Lake Campground have hookups?+
No hookups.
What is the maximum RV length at Goose Lake Campground?+
Goose Lake Campground is primarily a tent camping facility.
How do I make reservations at Goose Lake Campground?+
Goose Lake 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 Goose Lake Campground?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Goose Lake Campground is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Goose Lake Campground open, and what are check-in times?+
Goose Lake Campground is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
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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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FCC Broadband Map — Verizon, AT&T, T-Mobile 4G/5G coverage data
broadbandmap.fcc.gov · quarterly
Sunrise-Sunset.org — Sunrise, sunset & golden hour for today
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RIDB — ADA sites, hookups, toilets, pets, campfire rules, bear boxes, max RV, activities, contact, directions
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$20 /night★ 5 (1)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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Forlorn Lakes Cg (Wa) Gifford Pinchot Nf

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Atkisson Group Camp

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Cultus Creek Cg (Wa) Gifford Pinchot Nf

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