Moss Creek Campground
Gifford Pinchot National Forest — lakeside, fishing
Location: CARSON, WA, WA
Price: From $21 per night
Rating: 4.1 out of 5 (49 reviews)
Season: May through October
Located in the southeast corner of the Gifford-Pinchot National Forest and close to Columbia River Gorge, Moss Creek Campground sits alongside the Little White Salmon River. At an elevation of 1,400 feet, the campground is shaded by a thick canopy of hemlock, cedars, firs and maples. Moss Creek is ideal for those wishing to escape the summer heat.The Little White Salmon River offers rainbow and brook trout for anglers.
Cell coverage (FCC estimate): none signal. Actual signal may vary in remote areas.
Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Vault Toilets, Drinking Water, Fishing, Firewood for Sale
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Moss Creek Campground offers a peaceful riverside setting alongside the Little White Salmon River with excellent fishing for rainbow and brook trout. Reviewers consistently praise the beautiful creek access, tranquil atmosphere, and exceptional camp hosts.
Wildlife alert: Mule Deer, Columbian Black-tailed Deer, Pileated Woodpecker, Ruffed Grouse, Harlequin Duck, California Mountain Kingsnake, Northern Alligator Lizard
Insider tips for Moss Creek Campground: Book early — this is a popular federal campground Bring a self-contained RV; no hookups available Purchase firewood on-site for sale Plan for wading and fishing in the Little White Salmon River
Skip Moss Creek Campground if: You need RV hookups (water, electric, sewer). You require year-round camping (seasonal operations only). You prefer larger campgrounds (only 17 sites total).
Best time to visit Moss Creek Campground: May-October — Campground operates seasonally May through October; ideal for escaping summer heat with shaded canopy of hemlock, cedars, firs and maples.
Nearby campgrounds: Oklahoma Campground (CARSON, WA), Wyeth Campground (Hood River, OR), Goose Lake Campground (WA), Atkisson Group Camp (CARSON, WA).
Cell Phone Coverage at Moss Creek Campground
Cell signal at Moss Creek Campground (CARSON, 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.
Located in the southeast corner of the Gifford-Pinchot National Forest and close to Columbia River Gorge, Moss Creek Campground sits alongside the Little White Salmon River. At an elevation of 1,400 feet, the campground is shaded by a thick canopy of hemlock, cedars, firs and maples. Moss Creek is ideal for those wishing to escape the summer heat.The Little White Salmon River offers rainbow and brook trout for anglers.
Verified facts
RIDB / Recreation.gov official databaseAmenities
RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verifiedStraight talk
CamperWatch intel · curated from camper reportsKnown issues, each with the workaround. Read before you book.
Insider tips & when to go
CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entryBook early
this is a popular federal campground
Bring a self-contained RV; no hookups available
Purchase firewood on-site for sale
Plan for wading and fishing in the Little White Salmon River
Campground operates seasonally May through October; ideal for escaping summer heat with shaded canopy of hemlock, cedars, firs and maples
Things to do nearby
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FCC BDC · quarterly datasetFCC maps are theoretical — camper reports confirm signal.
Wildlife nearby
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Getting there →
From I-5 at Vancouver, WA, turn east on Highway 14 for 56 miles to Cook. Turn north on Cook-Underwood Rd, drive 5 miles then turn left onto Willard Road, drive 2+ miles continue onto Oklahoma Rd, drive under 1 mile Campground is on your right.
Campground entrance
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#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.
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