Panther Creek Campground

Gifford Pinchot National Forest — lakeside, fishing, hiking

Location: CARSON, WA, WA

Price: From $25 per night

Price range: $25–$45 per night

Rating: 4.7 out of 5 (136 reviews)

Season: May through October

The Campground sits along Panther Creek at the intersection of the Pacific Crest Trail. Driving on FR65, 4.7 miles upstream from the campground, visitors can enjoy an easy hike to Panther Falls. Campers can enjoy the privacy provided by a variety of shade-loving plants and a thick forest of cedars, ash, firs and alder.

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

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Vault Toilets, Drinking Water, Fishing

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Panther Creek Campground sits along Panther Creek at the intersection of the Pacific Crest Trail with close access to hiking and a thick forest of cedars, ash, firs and alder providing privacy and shade. Google reviews rate it 4.6/5 stars with campers praising well-maintained vault toilets and plenty of nearby trails.

Wildlife alert: Columbian Black-tailed Deer, Wapiti, Douglas' Squirrel, Wild Turkey, Western Tanager, American Goldfinch, Purple Finch, and Northern Alligator Lizard have been documented in the area.

Insider tips for Panther Creek Campground: Book early — this is a federal campground with high demand Drive 4.7 miles upstream on FR65 for an easy hike to Panther Falls Paved campground with 33 sites nestled in thick forest for natural shade

Skip Panther Creek Campground if: You need RV hookups — no hookups available at most sites, suitable for self-contained RVs only. You're traveling outside May-October — campground is seasonal. You're part of a large group — host indicates campground is meant for older individuals and single families.

Best time to visit Panther Creek Campground: May-October — Campground operates seasonally May through October only.

Nearby campgrounds: Beaver Campground (Carson, WA), Govt Mineral Springs Guard Sta (TROUT LAKE, WA), Government Mineral Springs Campground (Trout Lake, WA), Paradise Creek Campground (CARSON, WA).