About Panther Creek Campground
Number of accommodations: 24
Nearby Activities & Attractions
Hiking
Seasonal information
2026 Season availability
Campground Amenities
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Parking
Restrooms
Water and Hygiene
- Restrooms
Cooking and Fire
- Firewood Available
Parking and Transport
- Parking
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Reviews (272)
What Guests Are Saying
Panther Creek Campground is highly praised for its beautiful, serene setting with spacious, well-maintained sites that offer privacy and easy access to hiking trails and the creek. Campers appreciate the friendly and helpful camp host, Angela, who enhances the overall experience with her attentiveness. While some guests noted challenges like fire restrictions and noise from nearby sites, the overwhelmingly positive feedback highlights the campground's cleanliness, tranquility, and inviting atmosphere, making it a favored destination for many.
What Guests Are Saying
Panther Creek Campground is highly praised for its beautiful, serene setting with spacious, well-maintained sites that offer privacy and easy access to hiking trails and the creek. Campers appreciate the friendly and helpful camp host, Angela, who enhances the overall experience with her attentiveness. While some guests noted challenges like fire restrictions and noise from nearby sites, the overwhelmingly positive feedback highlights the campground's cleanliness, tranquility, and inviting atmosphere, making it a favored destination for many.
Review Summary
Elliott J
VerifiedAugust 20, 2025 • Stayed at: 11, Loop: AREA PANTHER CREEK
Campsite was nice and clean. Trails to the water were easily accessible. Camp host was really welcoming and helpful. Family had a really good time!
Elliott J
VerifiedAugust 20, 2025 • Stayed at: 11, Loop: AREA PANTHER CREEK
Campsite was nice and clean. Trails to the water were easily accessible. Camp host was really welcoming and helpful. Family had a really good time!
Attilio M
VerifiedAugust 20, 2025 • Stayed at: 08, Loop: AREA PANTHER CREEK
Attilio M
VerifiedAugust 20, 2025 • Stayed at: 08, Loop: AREA PANTHER CREEK
Julia H
VerifiedAugust 1, 2025 • Stayed at: 25, Loop: AREA PANTHER CREEK
Unfortunately it wasn’t the best camping experience here. It was one of the most beautiful places I’ve ever camped, with lots of walking trails, access to the Pacific Crest Trail, and many different areas of creek access. However, upon arriving, there was a sign that said “no campfires”. One of the most exciting things for me when camping is the ability to have a campfire, and make smores, and we had already purchased the firewood. I wish we would have been notified when we made our reservation months prior that we couldn’t have a campfire, so we wouldn’t have been disappointed upon arrival.
Another notable experience was an odd man approaching my campground on my first day there, and saying some questionable things. He was very unkind and it was extremely eerie! I felt on edge for the rest of my time there, fearing that he would come back.
The entire campground was very crowded, and not everyone was respectful at night time. Our neighbors were very loud all throughout the night, and they were really close by. I’d really do some research beforehand to find a more secluded spot if you can, because ours had a clear view of our neighbors. However, our site did have close access to a creek trail, so if you are interested, check out spot #25.
The camp host was very kind, and again, it was a beautiful place. Just a little bit disappointing.
kelly M
VerifiedAugust 1, 2025 • Stayed at: 28, Loop: AREA PANTHER CREEK
Amazing site, beautiful forest.
One challenge was that recreation.com didn’t update the fire ban information (even though the camp host had made multiple requests). I did intentionally look for that info on the site before we left. As a result, we had to leave for dinner because we couldn’t have a fire. Not a huge deal, but annoying since I had looked for that info.
Julia H
VerifiedAugust 1, 2025 • Stayed at: 25, Loop: AREA PANTHER CREEK
Unfortunately it wasn’t the best camping experience here. It was one of the most beautiful places I’ve ever camped, with lots of walking trails, access to the Pacific Crest Trail, and many different areas of creek access. However, upon arriving, there was a sign that said “no campfires”. One of the most exciting things for me when camping is the ability to have a campfire, and make smores, and we had already purchased the firewood. I wish we would have been notified when we made our reservation months prior that we couldn’t have a campfire, so we wouldn’t have been disappointed upon arrival.
Another notable experience was an odd man approaching my campground on my first day there, and saying some questionable things. He was very unkind and it was extremely eerie! I felt on edge for the rest of my time there, fearing that he would come back.
The entire campground was very crowded, and not everyone was respectful at night time. Our neighbors were very loud all throughout the night, and they were really close by. I’d really do some research beforehand to find a more secluded spot if you can, because ours had a clear view of our neighbors. However, our site did have close access to a creek trail, so if you are interested, check out spot #25.
The camp host was very kind, and again, it was a beautiful place. Just a little bit disappointing.
kelly M
VerifiedAugust 1, 2025 • Stayed at: 28, Loop: AREA PANTHER CREEK
Amazing site, beautiful forest.
One challenge was that recreation.com didn’t update the fire ban information (even though the camp host had made multiple requests). I did intentionally look for that info on the site before we left. As a result, we had to leave for dinner because we couldn’t have a fire. Not a huge deal, but annoying since I had looked for that info.
Shanna O
VerifiedJuly 30, 2025 • Stayed at: 04, Loop: AREA PANTHER CREEK
We had a great time. Clean. Great location. Lots of various sized campsites for different vehicle needs.
Shanna O
VerifiedJuly 30, 2025 • Stayed at: 04, Loop: AREA PANTHER CREEK
We had a great time. Clean. Great location. Lots of various sized campsites for different vehicle needs.
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.
Panther Creek Campground is accessible via Old State Highway, which connects to other local roads. The nearest major access road is not specified within 25 miles.
Latitude & Longitude: 45.8197 / -121.88
Elevation: 290 feet
Policies & Rules
Arrival & departure
Check in time
2PM
Check out time
12PM
General
- No ATVs or OHVs in the campground
- Horses prohibited except in designated horse camp
- Click here for more information about Gifford Pinchot National Forest
- 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.
- Extra vehicle fee of $8.00/night stay.
- Firewood is available for sale at host site for $10.00/bundle.
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Last updated: June 4, 2026
