Sunset Falls Campground

Gifford Pinchot National Forest — riverside, hiking

Location: Yacolt, WA, WA

Price: From $20 per night

Rating: 3.9 out of 5 (67 reviews)

Season: May through October

Sunset Campground is located in the Gifford Pinchot National Forest. Visitors enjoy scenic views of the river and a waterfall within the campground. The campground is open all year.

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

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Vault Toilets, Electric Hookups

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

Scenic campground in Gifford Pinchot National Forest with views of river and waterfall. Google reviewers consistently praise the extremely clean bathrooms and friendly camp host, with a 4.3/5 rating from 211 reviews.

Wildlife alert: Columbian Black-tailed Deer, Coyote, American Dipper, Northwestern Garter Snake, and Garter Snakes documented in the area.

Insider tips for Sunset Falls Campground: Book early — this is a federal campground with high demand. RVs are limited to 22 feet maximum. Nearby hiking includes Silver Star trail with views of Portland, Oregon.

Skip Sunset Falls Campground if: You need full hookups — no hookups available at most sites; bring self-contained unit or tent camp.. You plan to visit November through April — seasonal operations only May through October..

Best time to visit Sunset Falls Campground: May — Campground opens May through October; verified camper visited in May and found it less crowded with only two campers present..

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

Cell Phone Coverage at Sunset Falls Campground

Cell signal at Sunset Falls Campground (Yacolt, 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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Yacolt, WA, WA★ 3.9 (67 reviews)From $20/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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Sunset Campground is located in the Gifford Pinchot National Forest. Visitors enjoy scenic views of the river and a waterfall within the campground. The campground is open all year.

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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
Max RV40 ft
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
Vault Toilets

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 full hookups — no hookups available at most sites; bring self-contained unit or tent camp.✕ You plan to visit November through April — seasonal operations only May through October.

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

Book early

this is a federal campground with high demand.

RVs are limited to 22 feet maximum.

Nearby hiking includes Silver Star trail with views of Portland, Oregon.

Best: May

Campground opens May through October; verified camper visited in May and found it less crowded with only two campers present.

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.

Wildlife nearby

iNaturalist · research-grade · 8 km
Alert: Columbian Black-tailed Deer, Coyote, American Dipper, Northwestern Garter Snake, and Garter Snakes documented in the area.

Location

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541-338-7869· Gifford Pinchot National Forest
Getting there →

From I-5 take exit 9 WA 502 for Battle Ground. Go about 7 miles and turn left on WA 503 and head north for about 5.5 miles. Turn right onto NE Rock Creek Rd, which will turn into NE 152nd Ave and then a slight left onto NE Lucia Falls Rd for about 7 miles. Then turn right onto NE Sunset Falls Road, travel for about 7 miles and the campground will be on your right. Location: 40806 NE Sunset Falls Rd, Yacolt WA 98675

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 Sunset Falls Campground cost per night?+
Sunset Falls Campground costs $20 per night. Hookup options: No hookups. Bring self-contained unit or tent camp.
What season is Sunset Falls Campground open?+
Sunset Falls Campground is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Sunset Falls Campground have hookups?+
No hookups. Bring self-contained unit or tent camp.
What is the maximum RV length at Sunset Falls Campground?+
Sunset Falls Campground can accommodate RVs up to 40 feet.
How do I make reservations at Sunset Falls Campground?+
Sunset 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 Sunset Falls Campground?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Sunset Falls Campground is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Sunset Falls Campground open, and what are check-in times?+
Sunset Falls Campground is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
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recreation.gov · RIDB API
National Weather Service — Live hourly forecast + active alerts
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Google Air Quality API — Live AQI at exact campground coordinates
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iNaturalist — Research-grade wildlife within 8km
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Google Pollen API — Today’s tree, grass & weed pollen forecast
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FCC Broadband Map — Verizon, AT&T, T-Mobile 4G/5G coverage data
broadbandmap.fcc.gov · quarterly
Sunrise-Sunset.org — Sunrise, sunset & golden hour for today
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Google Street View — Campground entrance & access road imagery
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RIDB — ADA sites, hookups, toilets, pets, campfire rules, bear boxes, max RV, activities, contact, directions
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$20 /night★ 3.9 (67)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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