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

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: 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
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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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

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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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