Lower Falls Campground

Gifford Pinchot National Forest — riverside, hiking

Location: Trout Lake, WA, WA

Price: From $20 per night

Price range: $20–$40 per night

Rating: 4.4 out of 5 (309 reviews)

Season: May through October

Lower Falls Campground is located in the Gifford Pinchot National Forest. Visitors enjoy several waterfalls in the area and access to the Lewis River Trail. The campground is open from mid-May through October.The campground is just off the Lewis River at an elevation of 1,300 feet.

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

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Drinking Water, Electric Hookups

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

Well-maintained campground with large sites and beautiful waterfalls nearby. Google reviewers praise it as family-friendly and quiet, with a 4.5/5 rating from 167 reviews.

Insider tips for Lower Falls Campground: Book early—this federal campground fills up quickly Road to campground has sunken sections; drive carefully and avoid low-clearance vehicles Bring a self-contained RV or tent; most sites have no hookups despite electric hookup amenities listed

Skip Lower Falls Campground if: You have a low-clearance vehicle—road conditions are rough. You need full RV hookups—electric hookups available but no water/sewer connections at most sites. You're planning to visit November through April—seasonal closure.

Best time to visit Lower Falls Campground: May-October — Campground operates seasonally May through October only.

Nearby campgrounds: Lewis River Hc (Wa) Gifford Pinchot Nf (Trout Lake, WA), Tillicum Campground (Trout Lake, WA), Cultus Creek Cg (Wa) Gifford Pinchot Nf (Trout Lake, WA), Marble Mountain Group Picnic Site (Cougar, WA).

Cell Phone Coverage at Lower Falls Campground

Cell signal at Lower Falls Campground (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★ 4.4 (309 reviews)From $20/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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Lower Falls Campground is located in the Gifford Pinchot National Forest. Visitors enjoy several waterfalls in the area and access to the Lewis River Trail. The campground is open from mid-May through October.The campground is just off the Lewis River at an elevation of 1,300 feet.

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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. Bring self-contained unit or tent camp.
PetsAllowed
CampfiresAllowed
Max/site6 people

Amenities

RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verified
Essentials
Fire RingsElectric Hookups
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 have a low-clearance vehicle—road conditions are rough✕ You need full RV hookups—electric hookups available but no water/sewer connections at most sites✕ You're planning to visit November through April—seasonal closure

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

Book early

this federal campground fills up quickly

Road to campground has sunken sections; drive carefully and avoid low-clearance vehicles

Bring a self-contained RV or tent; most sites have no hookups despite electric hookup amenities listed

Best: May-October

Campground operates seasonally May through October only

Things to do nearby

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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.

Location

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509-395-3400· Gifford Pinchot National Forest
Getting there →

From Portland or Seattle take I-5 to exit 21 for WA-503 E toward Woodland/Cougar. WA-503 will turn into FR 90, turn right at the Pine Creek Visitor Center. Lower Falls Campground will be on your right hand side after you pass mile marker 28 on FR 90.

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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 Lower Falls Campground cost per night?+
Lower Falls Campground costs $20–$40 per night. Hookup options: No hookups. Bring self-contained unit or tent camp.
What season is Lower Falls Campground open?+
Lower Falls Campground is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Lower Falls Campground have hookups?+
No hookups. Bring self-contained unit or tent camp.
What is the maximum RV length at Lower Falls Campground?+
Lower Falls Campground is primarily a tent camping facility.
How do I make reservations at Lower Falls Campground?+
Lower Falls 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 Lower Falls Campground?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Lower Falls Campground is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Lower Falls Campground open, and what are check-in times?+
Lower Falls Campground is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.

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$20 /night★ 4.4 (309)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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