Federal campground in Gifford Pinchot National ForestLive availability via Recreation.gov· synced every 30 min
Trout Lake, WA, WA★ 4 (0 reviews)From $10/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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.
Best for:CampersNature loversFamiliesSites:Tent
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Verified facts
RIDB / Recreation.gov official databaseCheck-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
SeasonMay through October
Stay limit14 days
HookupsNo hookups.
Max/site6 people
Amenities
RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verifiedEssentials
Fire Rings
Recreation
Picnic Tables
Straight talk
CamperWatch intel · curated from camper reportsKnown 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 potable water — only 1 vault toilet and no water hookups✕ You require hookups — no hookups available✕ You prefer maintained facilities — Google reviews report unmaintained campsites
Insider tips & when to go
CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entryArrive early
first-come, first-served only with no advance reservations
Bring cash or download Recreation.gov app for Scan and Pay QR code payment
Bring your own water
the mineral spring pump is non-functional and water is not certified for human consumption
Best: May-October
Official seasonal operations period
Things to do nearby
RIDB /activities /recareas + intelConditions today
LiveCell signal
FCC BDC · quarterly datasetT-Mobile
4G · 0%
Verizon
4G · 0%
AT&T
4G · 0%
FCC maps are theoretical — camper reports confirm signal.
Wildlife nearby
iNaturalist · research-grade · 8 kmAlert: Humboldt's Flying Squirrel, Townsend's Chipmunk, Mule Deer, Red-tailed Hawk, Dark-eyed Junco, Common Nighthawk, Western Wood-Pewee, Common Garter Snake, Northwestern Garter Snake
Location
Leaflet · OpenStreetMap tiles
N/A· Gifford Pinchot National Forest
Getting there →
From Carson, Washington travel north on Wind River Highway/Forest Road to the Fish Hatchery. Just past the Fish Hatchery, after about 13.5 miles, Forest Road 30 forms a V with Forest Road 3065. At this V take the left fork on to 3065 and continue for about a mile to the campground.
Campground entrance
Google Maps APICommunity
#community · posts, photos & Q&A · AI-moderated (Claude Vision)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, speakableHow much does Government Mineral Springs Campground cost per night?+
Government Mineral Springs Campground costs $10 per night. Hookup options: No hookups.
What season is Government Mineral Springs Campground open?+
Government Mineral Springs Campground is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Government Mineral Springs Campground have hookups?+
No hookups.
What is the maximum RV length at Government Mineral Springs Campground?+
Government Mineral Springs Campground is primarily a tent camping facility.
How do I make reservations at Government Mineral Springs Campground?+
Government Mineral Springs 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 Government Mineral Springs Campground?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Government Mineral Springs Campground is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Government Mineral Springs Campground open, and what are check-in times?+
Government Mineral Springs Campground is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
●Data sources on this page
Recreation.gov — Live site availability — updated every 30 min
recreation.gov · RIDB API
National Weather Service — Live hourly forecast + active alerts
api.weather.gov · open-meteo.com
Google Air Quality API — Live AQI at exact campground coordinates
airquality.googleapis.com
iNaturalist — Research-grade wildlife within 8km
api.inaturalist.org
Google Pollen API — Today’s tree, grass & weed pollen forecast
pollen.googleapis.com
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
api.sunrise-sunset.org
Google Street View — Campground entrance & access road imagery
maps.googleapis.com
RIDB — ADA sites, hookups, toilets, pets, campfire rules, bear boxes, max RV, activities, contact, directions
ridb.recreation.gov · /facilities /campsites /activities /links /recareas
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$10 /night★ 4 (0)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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