About Panther Creek Campground
Number of accommodations: 24
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Reviews (136)
What Guests Are Saying
Panther Creek Campground is praised for its beautiful, serene setting with spacious, private sites surrounded by lush vegetation and easy access to hiking trails and the creek. The campground is well-maintained, with clean facilities and a friendly host who enhances the experience. Some visitors noted issues such as a fire ban and occasional noise from neighbors, but overall, many expressed a strong desire to return and deemed it one of their favorite camping spots.
What Guests Are Saying
Panther Creek Campground is praised for its beautiful, serene setting with spacious, private sites surrounded by lush vegetation and easy access to hiking trails and the creek. The campground is well-maintained, with clean facilities and a friendly host who enhances the experience. Some visitors noted issues such as a fire ban and occasional noise from neighbors, but overall, many expressed a strong desire to return and deemed it one of their favorite camping spots.
Review Summary
Keith C
VerifiedAugust 26, 2020 • Stayed at: 03, Loop: AREA PANTHER CREEK
Great destination
Michele O
VerifiedAugust 25, 2020 • Stayed at: 29, Loop: AREA PANTHER CREEK
Stayed in 29 which was nice though a little far from restrooms and creek access but helped us get our steps in:) lots of creek access points, nice hike nearby and 5 mile drive to panther creek falls.
Uwe G
August 21, 2020
Wonderful place to relax
Daniel A
VerifiedAugust 20, 2020 • Stayed at: 30, Loop: AREA PANTHER CREEK
Can not give 5 stars. I first camped at Panther Creek in 1975. Have camped there hundreds on nights. On our most recent visit we greeted buy a camp fire pit full of garbage. Burned beer cans, used paper plates, tissue, napkins, chicken bones, bottle caps, cigarette butts, etc. Know one should have to deal with others garbage. In past decades there were posted reminders that fire pits are non garbage pits to leave behind. In the past camp hosts would "groom" camp sites prior to the next guest's arrival. Apparently not a priority for RMRC.
Victoria M
VerifiedAugust 18, 2020 • Stayed at: 26, Loop: AREA PANTHER CREEK
Clean and quite. Nice size sites.
Joshua T
VerifiedAugust 14, 2020 • Stayed at: 10, Loop: AREA PANTHER CREEK
AOK!
Terra C
August 10, 2020
Loved this little campground. Good trails nearby - Panther Creek Falls is just up the road, and about 30 minutes away from Beacon Rock. The campground is quiet and there is access to the creek. The pit toilets were very clean and stocked with TP the entire weekend. Would love to come back here!
Charlie H
VerifiedAugust 6, 2020 • Stayed at: 04, Loop: AREA PANTHER CREEK
Great campground with HUGE sites. Hike the PCT from your campsite. Drive a few miles and you've got lots more hiking opportunities. There's water available from a pump--just be sure to ask for operating instructions.
Jake V
VerifiedAugust 6, 2020 • Stayed at: 26, Loop: AREA PANTHER CREEK
Great campground that is close to Portland while still being off the beaten path. The best sites are those on the East side along the creek.
There aren’t many water pumps or bathrooms. The best water is by site 20. We found the water pump by the host was yellow-ish. Also, the bathrooms are vault and are pretty clean, but smelly.
We stayed in a double site and they’re quite spacious. The single site sizes are hit or miss. We loved our site and appreciate how private some of the sites were.
Thomas P
VerifiedAugust 3, 2020 • Stayed at: 22, Loop: AREA PANTHER CREEK
Beautiful campground! Well kept, quiet, and friendly. The creek nearby is great for hanging out and playing in the water, but not so much if you plan on fishing. A short drive and decent hike away from the gorgeous Falls Creek Falls. What more could you ask!
Location Panther Creek Campground
Address:
Gifford Pinchot Nf Mt Adams Ranger District
Carson, WA, 98610
United States
From Carson, WA: Travel 6 miles north to Old State Highway, (follow signs) turn right and then take your first left on Panther Creek Road. Proceed on Panther Creek Road for 4 miles to the campground.
Latitude & Longitude: 45.8197 / -121.88
Elevation: 290 feet
Policies & Rules
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Check in: 2 pm, Check out: 12 pm (noon) |
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No ATVs or OHVs in the campground |
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Horses prohibited except in designated horse camp |
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Click here for more information about Gifford Pinchot National Forest |
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Don't Move Firewood: Please protect Pacific Northwest forests by preventing the spread of invasive species. Firewood can carry insects and diseases that can threaten the health of our western forests. You can make a difference by obtaining and burning your firewood near your camping destination. Visit Dontmovefirewood.org for further information. |
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Extra vehicle fee of $8.00/night stay. |
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Firewood is available for sale at host site for $10.00/bundle. |
