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Lewis River Hc (Wa) Gifford Pinchot Nf

Gifford Pinchot National Forest — riverside

Location: Trout Lake, WA, WA

Price: From $5 per night

Price range: $5–$15 per night

Rating: 4 out of 5 (0 reviews)

Season: May through October

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.

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

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables

Availability alerts: Set a free cancellation alert at camperwatch.org/campground/lewis-river-hc-wa-gifford-pinchot-nf to be notified when sites open up.

A rustic, low-cost horse camp ($5/night) with minimal crowds, surrounded by mixed-use trails for hiking and creek access. Campers praise the beautiful setting and family-friendly atmosphere with outdoor recreation opportunities.

Wildlife alert: Townsend's Chipmunk, Douglas' Squirrel, Belted Kingfisher, Hairy Woodpecker, Common Raven, American Dipper, Northern Alligator Lizard, and Northwestern Garter Snake present in the area.

Insider tips for Lewis River Hc (Wa) Gifford Pinchot Nf: First-come, first-served only—arrive early or risk sites being full Download Recreation.gov mobile app before arrival to use Scan and Pay QR code payment option Bring cash as alternative payment method on site No cell service at campground; nearest service is 20 minutes away at Eagle Cliff

Skip Lewis River Hc (Wa) Gifford Pinchot Nf if: You need hookups—none available at this location. You require advance reservations—this is first-come, first-served only. You need cell phone service at the campground. You want a large campground—only 3 tent sites available.

Best time to visit Lewis River Hc (Wa) Gifford Pinchot Nf: May-October — Campground operates seasonally during these months only.

Nearby campgrounds: Lower Falls Campground (Trout Lake, WA), Tillicum Campground (Trout Lake, WA), Cultus Creek Cg (Wa) Gifford Pinchot Nf (Trout Lake, WA), Olallie Lake Campground (WA).

Cell Phone Coverage at Lewis River Hc (Wa) Gifford Pinchot Nf

Cell signal at Lewis River Hc (Wa) Gifford Pinchot Nf (Trout Lake, 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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    Trout Lake, WA, WA★ 4 (0 reviews)From $5/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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    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.

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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 Rings
    Recreation
    Picnic Tables

    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 hookups—none available at this location✕ You require advance reservations—this is first-come, first-served only✕ You need cell phone service at the campground✕ You want a large campground—only 3 tent sites available

    Insider tips & when to go

    CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

    First-come, first-served only

    arrive early or risk sites being full

    Download Recreation.gov mobile app before arrival to use Scan and Pay QR code payment option

    Bring cash as alternative payment method on site

    No cell service at campground; nearest service is 20 minutes away at Eagle Cliff

    Best: May-October

    Campground operates seasonally during these months only

    Things to do nearby

    RIDB /activities /recareas + intel

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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: Townsend's Chipmunk, Douglas' Squirrel, Belted Kingfisher, Hairy Woodpecker, Common Raven, American Dipper, Northern Alligator Lizard, and Northwestern Garter Snake present in the area.

    Location

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    N/A· Gifford Pinchot National Forest
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    Getting there →

    From Cougar, Washington drive east on Forest Road 90 past Lower Lewis Falls Campground to Forest Road 93. Turn left on Forest Road 93 and go 1/8 mile to the horse camp on the right.

    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 Lewis River Hc (Wa) Gifford Pinchot Nf cost per night?+
    Lewis River Hc (Wa) Gifford Pinchot Nf costs $5–$15 per night. Hookup options: No hookups.
    What season is Lewis River Hc (Wa) Gifford Pinchot Nf open?+
    Lewis River Hc (Wa) Gifford Pinchot Nf is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
    Does Lewis River Hc (Wa) Gifford Pinchot Nf have hookups?+
    No hookups.
    What is the maximum RV length at Lewis River Hc (Wa) Gifford Pinchot Nf?+
    Lewis River Hc (Wa) Gifford Pinchot Nf is primarily a tent camping facility.
    How do I make reservations at Lewis River Hc (Wa) Gifford Pinchot Nf?+
    Lewis River Hc (Wa) Gifford Pinchot Nf 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 Lewis River Hc (Wa) Gifford Pinchot Nf?+
    According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Lewis River Hc (Wa) Gifford Pinchot Nf is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
    What season is Lewis River Hc (Wa) Gifford Pinchot Nf open, and what are check-in times?+
    Lewis River Hc (Wa) Gifford Pinchot Nf is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
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    $5 /night★ 4 (0)
    SeasonMay through October
    Check-in2:00 PM
    Check-out12:00 PM
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    Nearby Campgrounds

    Lower Falls Campground

    Trout Lake, WA

    From $20/night

    Tillicum Campground

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    From $10/night

    Cultus Creek Cg (Wa) Gifford Pinchot Nf

    Trout Lake, WA

    From $5/night

    Olallie Lake Campground

    WA

    From $20/night

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