Moss Creek Campground

Moss Creek Campground
Moss Creek campground
Moss Creek Campsite
Moss Creek campground
Moss Creek Campground site

Featured amenities

Restrooms Restrooms
River Access River Access

Sites & Rates

Average nightly rates

10 total sites · $21 avg/night

RV Sites

9 sites

$21/night

average

Tent Sites

1 site

$21/night

average

About Moss Creek Campground

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.

Number of accommodations: 10

Activities & Attractions

Nearby

Birding

Birding

Year-round
Fishing

Fishing

Year-round
Hiking

Hiking

Year-round

Seasonal information

2026 (Current year)

2026 Season availability

Current season
Upcoming seasons
Past seasons
Closed periods
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Currently open - May 22 to Sep 19

Campground Amenities

Most popular amenities

Restrooms Restrooms
River Access River Access
Site Setup and Access

Site Setup and Access

  • Shaded Site
Water and Hygiene

Water and Hygiene

  • Restrooms
Cooking and Fire

Cooking and Fire

  • Firewood Available
Water Access

Water Access

  • River Access
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Rates, Sites & Availability

Select check-in and check-out dates to see real-time availability for each site.

10 Sites Available

Site
Price
🚐 001, Loop: AREA MOSS CREEK RV
No Hookups
$21
/ per night
🚐 003, Loop: AREA MOSS CREEK RV
No Hookups
$21
/ per night
🚐 004, Loop: AREA MOSS CREEK RV
No Hookups
$21
/ per night
🚐 005, Loop: AREA MOSS CREEK RV
No Hookups
$21
/ per night
🚐 006, Loop: AREA MOSS CREEK RV
No Hookups
$21
/ per night
007, Loop: AREA MOSS CREEK Tent
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
$21
/ per night
🚐 008, Loop: AREA MOSS CREEK RV
No Hookups
$21
/ per night
🚐 014, Loop: AREA MOSS CREEK RV
No Hookups
$21
/ per night
🚐 015, Loop: AREA MOSS CREEK RV
No Hookups
$21
/ per night
🚐 016, Loop: AREA MOSS CREEK RV
No Hookups
$21
/ per night

Reviews (159)

What Guests Are Saying

Moss Creek Campground is praised for its beautiful, serene location next to the river, friendly camp hosts, and clean facilities. Many campers enjoyed the spacious sites and the peaceful atmosphere, making it a great spot for relaxation and outdoor activities. However, some noted the lack of potable water, limited parking at certain sites, and occasional noise from nearby roads, but these did not significantly detract from their overall positive experience.

Review Summary

4.1
159 reviews
5
46.5%
74
4
32.1%
51
3
13.2%
21
2
4.4%
7
1
3.8%
6

Jim B

Verified

June 25, 2022 Stayed at: 014, Loop: AREA MOSS CREEK

3

This is our 4th time at Moss Creek. We enjoy this campground. However it is in serious need of a facelift. The campground road needs to be re-paved. The #4 bathroom is still closed by camp sites 13 & 14. On this visit there was no water you had to bring your own.
The campground does have a nice forest experience and is small, quiet and is well located.

Jim B

Verified

June 25, 2022 Stayed at: 014, Loop: AREA MOSS CREEK

3

This is our 4th time at Moss Creek. We enjoy this campground. However it is in serious need of a facelift. The campground road needs to be re-paved. The #4 bathroom is still closed by camp sites 13 & 14. On this visit there was no water you had to bring your own.
The campground does have a nice forest experience and is small, quiet and is well located.

Jim B

Verified

June 25, 2022 Stayed at: 014, Loop: AREA MOSS CREEK

3

This is our 4th time at Moss Creek. We enjoy this campground. However it is in serious need of a facelift. The campground road needs to be re-paved. The #4 bathroom is still closed by camp sites 13 & 14. On this visit there was no water you had to bring your own.
The campground does have a nice forest experience and is small, quiet and is well located.

Ellen V

Verified

June 29, 2022 Stayed at: 006, Loop: AREA MOSS CREEK

2

Pretty spot. No water available and no alert listed to be able to plan for lack of water. Camp sites close to road are noisy with fast traffic.

Ellen V

Verified

June 29, 2022 Stayed at: 006, Loop: AREA MOSS CREEK

2

Pretty spot. No water available and no alert listed to be able to plan for lack of water. Camp sites close to road are noisy with fast traffic.

Ellen V

Verified

June 29, 2022 Stayed at: 006, Loop: AREA MOSS CREEK

2

Pretty spot. No water available and no alert listed to be able to plan for lack of water. Camp sites close to road are noisy with fast traffic.

barry e

Verified

July 1, 2022 Stayed at: 006, Loop: AREA MOSS CREEK

3

Camped at Moss Creek Campground with the intention of canoeing on Disappearing Lake at South Prairie. This is the closest campground at 13 Mi away. It is hard to beat a visit to mother nature and Moss Creek area was beautiful. Don't know why it is called Moss Creek as it is on the Little White Salmon River. A close trail head is Little Huckleberry Mountain Trail trailhttps://www.alltrails.com/explore/trail/us/washington/little-huckleberry-trail
We reserved Site #6 which turned out to be not shaded so tent got pretty hot during the day (Late June), most other sites are shaded. Of the four vault toilets one was closed completely (no Repairs scheduled) the Accessible restroom had the doors rotting and falling off, the third had no TP in it, the fourth was maintained and of course right next to the Camp Host. Camp Host was nice and pleasant once we met him, but I think he was working on a research project or something, so we didn't see him but once or twice. Water was available but not all spigots worked.
Camp was easy to find and access, no biting bugs or mosquitos, plenty of birds.
Good visit overall

barry e

Verified

July 1, 2022 Stayed at: 006, Loop: AREA MOSS CREEK

3

Camped at Moss Creek Campground with the intention of canoeing on Disappearing Lake at South Prairie. This is the closest campground at 13 Mi away. It is hard to beat a visit to mother nature and Moss Creek area was beautiful. Don't know why it is called Moss Creek as it is on the Little White Salmon River. A close trail head is Little Huckleberry Mountain Trail trailhttps://www.alltrails.com/explore/trail/us/washington/little-huckleberry-trail
We reserved Site #6 which turned out to be not shaded so tent got pretty hot during the day (Late June), most other sites are shaded. Of the four vault toilets one was closed completely (no Repairs scheduled) the Accessible restroom had the doors rotting and falling off, the third had no TP in it, the fourth was maintained and of course right next to the Camp Host. Camp Host was nice and pleasant once we met him, but I think he was working on a research project or something, so we didn't see him but once or twice. Water was available but not all spigots worked.
Camp was easy to find and access, no biting bugs or mosquitos, plenty of birds.
Good visit overall

barry e

Verified

July 1, 2022 Stayed at: 006, Loop: AREA MOSS CREEK

3

Camped at Moss Creek Campground with the intention of canoeing on Disappearing Lake at South Prairie. This is the closest campground at 13 Mi away. It is hard to beat a visit to mother nature and Moss Creek area was beautiful. Don't know why it is called Moss Creek as it is on the Little White Salmon River. A close trail head is Little Huckleberry Mountain Trail trailhttps://www.alltrails.com/explore/trail/us/washington/little-huckleberry-trail
We reserved Site #6 which turned out to be not shaded so tent got pretty hot during the day (Late June), most other sites are shaded. Of the four vault toilets one was closed completely (no Repairs scheduled) the Accessible restroom had the doors rotting and falling off, the third had no TP in it, the fourth was maintained and of course right next to the Camp Host. Camp Host was nice and pleasant once we met him, but I think he was working on a research project or something, so we didn't see him but once or twice. Water was available but not all spigots worked.
Camp was easy to find and access, no biting bugs or mosquitos, plenty of birds.
Good visit overall

Ruth I

Verified

July 5, 2022 Stayed at: 004, Loop: AREA MOSS CREEK

4

Lovely campground surrounded by beautiful trees - enjoyed relaxing by the glacial creek on a hot day with the family. Very peaceful. Only feedback I have is - Site 004 (the one we stayed in) was pretty close to the road, loud vehicles created noise pollution waking me a couple times that night, interrupted the nature sounds. Also the bathrooms really need attention, neither of the doors could be closed - appeared broken. Overall, we enjoyed our stay and will be back!

Location Moss Creek Campground

Address:
Gifford Pinchot Nf Mt Adams Ranger District
Carson, WA, 98610
United States

Highway access

Moss Creek Campground is accessible from I-5 via Highway 14, approximately 56 miles to the west, with further access via Cook-Underwood Rd and Willard Road.

Elevation: 414 feet

Distance to downtown

17 mi drive to downtown Carson (about 25 min)

Policies & Rules

Arrival & departure

Check in time

2PM

Check out time

12PM

Cancellation policy

  • Reservation fees are non-refundable. For campsites, cabins, lookouts, yurts, group sites, and similar stays, we charge a reservation service fee of $8.
  • Standard cancellations usually have a $10 cancellation fee. Customers can generally cancel before the check-in date online.
  • Late cancellation rules differ by stay type.
    • Individual campsites: cancelling after 12:00am local time the day before arrival usually means a $10 cancellation fee plus forfeiting the first night's fee.
    • Cabins, lookouts, and yurts: cancelling less than 14 days before arrival usually means a $10 cancellation fee plus forfeiting the first night's fee.
    • One-night reservations: a late cancellation usually forfeits the full amount paid, up to the total original reservation cost.
  • Modifications are allowed before the cut-off window, but fees depend on the change. Changing to dates completely outside the original reservation dates may trigger a $10 change fee. Extending or shortening a stay that still includes original dates usually has no change fee, though refunds may depend on timing and facility rules. Switching to the same type of campsite for the same dates usually has no change fee, but price differences are charged or refunded.
  • Early departures may or may not be refunded. At certain facilities, partial refunds may be possible if staff can mark the site available for other visitors. No refund is given for a night if the early departure is requested after that day's check-out time.
  • Security deposits are separate. Security deposits may be refunded to the original payment method if the facility is left in acceptable condition, as determined by the property.

Fees & deposits

  • There is an additional charge of $8.00 per night for extra vehicles.

Utilities

  • The water system is out of service for the rest of the 2025 season; please bring all necessary water with you.

General

  • Click here for more information about Gifford Pinchot National Forest

Fires & fuel

  • To protect local forests, please do not move firewood and burn it near your camping site.
  • Firewood can be purchased on-site for $10.00 per bundle.

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Last updated: September 7, 2026

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