Tower Rock Campground

Gifford Pinchot National Forest — riverside, fishing

Location: Randle, WA, WA

Price: From $25 per night

Rating: 4.2 out of 5 (40 reviews)

Season: May through October

Tower Rock Campground is named for the impressive pillar that looms nearby and offers semi-private sites shaded by a mix of cedar, Douglas fir and maple.Tower Rock Campground is located about a quarter mile from the south bank of the Cispus River on the east side of Mount St. The terrain is mostly meadow and mountainside, as the campground is surrounded by mountains on almost every side.Tower Rock Campground is just east of Mount St. Helens, making it a convenient base for exploring this volcani

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

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

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

Tower Rock Campground offers semi-private, shaded sites beneath cedar, Douglas fir, and maple trees with access to fishing in both a private trout pond and the Cispus River. Campers consistently praise its cleanliness, peaceful atmosphere, and helpful host.

Wildlife alert: American Beaver, American Mink, Mule Deer, Douglas' Squirrel, Barred Owl, Turkey Vulture, Canada Jay, Swainson's Thrush, and Common Garter Snake verified within 8km.

Insider tips for Tower Rock Campground: Book early — this is a federal campground with high demand Burley Mountain trailhead is 4 miles away via Forest Road 28, offering access to waterfalls including Angel Falls Bring a self-contained RV or be prepared for vault toilets, as no hookups are available

Skip Tower Rock Campground if: You require RV hookups. You need year-round access (seasonal May-October only). You want direct river access at your site.

Best time to visit Tower Rock Campground: May-October — Campground operates seasonally during these months only.

Nearby campgrounds: North Fork Elk Group Camp (Randle, WA), Iron Creek Campground (Randle, WA), Blue Lake Creek Campground - Gifford Pinchot Nf (Wa) (Randle, WA), Adams Fork Campground (Randle, WA).

Cell Phone Coverage at Tower Rock Campground

Cell signal at Tower Rock Campground (Randle, 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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Randle, WA, WA★ 4.2 (40 reviews)From $25/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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Tower Rock Campground is named for the impressive pillar that looms nearby and offers semi-private sites shaded by a mix of cedar, Douglas fir and maple.Tower Rock Campground is located about a quarter mile from the south bank of the Cispus River on the east side of Mount St. The terrain is mostly meadow and mountainside, as the campground is surrounded by mountains on almost every side.Tower Rock Campground is just east of Mount St. Helens, making it a convenient base for exploring this volcanic monument.

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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. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
PetsAllowed
CampfiresAllowed
Max/site6 people

Amenities

RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verified
Essentials
Fire RingsDrinking Water
Recreation
Picnic TablesFishing
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 require RV hookups✕ You need year-round access (seasonal May-October only)✕ You want direct river access at your site

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

Book early

this is a federal campground with high demand

Burley Mountain trailhead is 4 miles away via Forest Road 28, offering access to waterfalls including Angel Falls

Bring a self-contained RV or be prepared for vault toilets, as no hookups are available

Best: May-October

Campground operates seasonally during these months only

Things to do nearby

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Cell signal

FCC BDC · quarterly dataset
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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 Beaver, American Mink, Mule Deer, Douglas' Squirrel, Barred Owl, Turkey Vulture, Canada Jay, Swainson's Thrush, and Common Garter Snake verified within 8km.

Location

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

Take Highway 12 east from I-5 and head south on Road 25. Go left at Y towards Highway 23 and continue for 8 miles. Take a right on Road 28 and another right on Road 76. Proceed to the campground.

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 Tower Rock Campground cost per night?+
Tower Rock Campground costs $25 per night. Hookup options: No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What season is Tower Rock Campground open?+
Tower Rock Campground is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Tower Rock Campground have hookups?+
No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What is the maximum RV length at Tower Rock Campground?+
Tower Rock Campground can accommodate RVs up to 32 feet.
How do I make reservations at Tower Rock Campground?+
Tower Rock 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 Tower Rock Campground?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Tower Rock Campground is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Tower Rock Campground open, and what are check-in times?+
Tower Rock Campground is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.

Official resources

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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
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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
ridb.recreation.gov · /facilities /campsites /activities /links /recareas

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$25 /night★ 4.2 (40)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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