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Iron Creek Campground

Gifford Pinchot National Forest — riverside

Location: Randle, WA, WA

Price: From $27 per night

Price range: $27–$50 per night

Rating: 4.5 out of 5 (226 reviews)

Season: May through October

Iron Creek Campground sits near the confluence of Iron Creek and the Cispus River. This large campground winds through a forest of old-growth Douglas firs, cedars and hemlock. Lush vegetation and ample space between sites offers excellent privacy.

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

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Drinking Water

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

Large campground nestled in old-growth Douglas fir, cedar and hemlock forest with excellent privacy between sites. Offers great fishing for cutthroat trout, whitefish and rainbow trout, plus access to the Iron Creek Old Growth Trail along the Cispus River.

Wildlife alert: Mountain Goat, Mule Deer, Douglas' Squirrel, Belted Kingfisher, Chestnut-backed Chickadee, American Dipper, Turkey Vulture, Northern Alligator Lizard

Insider tips for Iron Creek Campground: Request larger sites like A6 for multi-tent camping with privacy No cell reception in campground; drive 20-30 minutes to town if needed Book early—this is a popular federal campground Easy trails accessible from campground grounds

Skip Iron Creek Campground if: You need RV hookups—no hookups available at most sites, suitable only for self-contained RVs. You require cell phone reception. You prefer to camp outside May-October season.

Best time to visit Iron Creek Campground: May-October — Seasonal operations; campground open May through October only.

Nearby campgrounds: Tower Rock Campground (Randle, WA), North Fork Elk Group Camp (Randle, WA), Blue Lake Creek Campground - Gifford Pinchot Nf (Wa) (Randle, WA), Adams Fork Campground (Randle, WA).

Cell Phone Coverage at Iron Creek Campground

Cell signal at Iron Creek 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★ 4.5 (226 reviews)From $27/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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    Iron Creek Campground sits near the confluence of Iron Creek and the Cispus River. This large campground winds through a forest of old-growth Douglas firs, cedars and hemlock. Lush vegetation and ample space between sites offers excellent privacy.

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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 RV40 ft
    HookupsNo hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
    PetsAllowed
    CampfiresAllowed
    Max/site6 people

    Amenities

    RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verified
    Essentials
    Fire Rings
    Recreation
    Picnic Tables
    Family & Pets
    Drinking Water

    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 available at most sites, suitable only for self-contained RVs✕ You require cell phone reception✕ You prefer to camp outside May-October season

    Insider tips & when to go

    CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

    Request larger sites like A6 for multi-tent camping with privacy

    No cell reception in campground; drive 20-30 minutes to town if needed

    Book early

    this is a popular federal campground

    Easy trails accessible from campground grounds

    Best: May-October

    Seasonal operations; campground open May through October 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: Mountain Goat, Mule Deer, Douglas' Squirrel, Belted Kingfisher, Chestnut-backed Chickadee, American Dipper, Turkey Vulture, Northern Alligator Lizard

    Location

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

    Take Highway 12 from I-5 and proceed 40 miles to Randle, turn south on Forest Road 25 and continue for 12 miles to the campground.

    Campground entrance

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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 Iron Creek Campground cost per night?+
    Iron Creek Campground costs $27–$50 per night. Hookup options: No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
    What season is Iron Creek Campground open?+
    Iron Creek Campground is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
    Does Iron Creek Campground have hookups?+
    No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
    What is the maximum RV length at Iron Creek Campground?+
    Iron Creek Campground can accommodate RVs up to 40 feet.
    How do I make reservations at Iron Creek Campground?+
    Iron Creek 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 Iron Creek Campground?+
    According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Iron Creek Campground is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
    What season is Iron Creek Campground open, and what are check-in times?+
    Iron Creek Campground is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.

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    $27 /night★ 4.5 (226)
    SeasonMay through October
    Check-in2:00 PM
    Check-out12:00 PM
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    Nearby Campgrounds

    Tower Rock Campground

    Randle, WA

    From $25/night

    North Fork Elk Group Camp

    Randle, WA

    From $130/night

    Blue Lake Creek Campground - Gifford Pinchot Nf (Wa)

    Randle, WA

    From $20/night

    Adams Fork Campground

    Randle, WA

    From $25/night

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