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Olallie Lake Campground

Gifford Pinchot National Forest — lakeside

Location: WA, WA

Price: From $20 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. Visitors are required to physically arrive at the campground to purchase and claim a site. Once on-site, you may be able to pay for your campsite(s) by scanning a QR code using the Recreation.gov mobile app, and the Scan and Pay feature.

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/olallie-lake-campground to be notified when sites open up.

A small, scenic lakeside campground with very spread out sites where you won't notice neighbors. Beautiful water and wildlife viewing opportunities including osprey and fish activity.

Wildlife alert: American Pika, Pacific Marten, Douglas's Squirrel, Franklin's Grouse, Pacific Wren, Canada Jay, Hermit Warbler. Biting flies are present.

Insider tips for Olallie Lake Campground: First-come, first-served only — arrive early to secure a site Download Recreation.gov mobile app before arrival to use Scan and Pay feature if available Bring bug spray for biting flies Elevation 4252 ft with good views of Mt. Adams

Skip Olallie Lake Campground if: You need water hookups — no hookups available. You prefer guaranteed reservations — first-come, first-served only. You want reliable fishing — fishing reportedly not productive.

Best time to visit Olallie Lake Campground: May-October — Official operating season for the campground.

Nearby campgrounds: Takhlakh Lake Campground (Randle, WA), Horseshoe Lake Campground (WA), Killen Creek Campground (WA), Keenes Horsecamp (WA).

Cell Phone Coverage at Olallie Lake Campground

Cell signal at Olallie Lake Campground (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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    WA, WA★ 4 (0 reviews)From $20/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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    This location is available on a first-come, first-served basis only. Visitors are required to physically arrive at the campground to purchase and claim a site. Once on-site, you may be able to pay for your campsite(s) by scanning a QR code using the Recreation.gov mobile app, and the Scan and Pay feature.

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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 water hookups — no hookups available✕ You prefer guaranteed reservations — first-come, first-served only✕ You want reliable fishing — fishing reportedly not productive

    Insider tips & when to go

    CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

    First-come, first-served only

    arrive early to secure a site

    Download Recreation.gov mobile app before arrival to use Scan and Pay feature if available

    Bring bug spray for biting flies

    Elevation 4252 ft with good views of Mt. Adams

    Best: May-October

    Official operating season for the campground

    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: American Pika, Pacific Marten, Douglas's Squirrel, Franklin's Grouse, Pacific Wren, Canada Jay, Hermit Warbler. Biting flies are present.

    Location

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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 Olallie Lake Campground cost per night?+
    Olallie Lake Campground costs $20 per night. Hookup options: No hookups.
    What season is Olallie Lake Campground open?+
    Olallie Lake Campground is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
    Does Olallie Lake Campground have hookups?+
    No hookups.
    What is the maximum RV length at Olallie Lake Campground?+
    Olallie Lake Campground is primarily a tent camping facility.
    How do I make reservations at Olallie Lake Campground?+
    Olallie Lake 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 Olallie Lake Campground?+
    According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Olallie Lake Campground is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
    What season is Olallie Lake Campground open, and what are check-in times?+
    Olallie Lake 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 (0)
    SeasonMay through October
    Check-in2:00 PM
    Check-out12:00 PM
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