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Peterson Prairie Campground

Peterson Prairie Campground
Peterson Prairie Campground
Peterson Prairie Campground
Peterson Prairie Campground
Peterson Prairie Campground

About Peterson Prairie Campground

Peterson Prairie Campground offers shaded and secluded campsites nestled in a forest of large pine, spruce and fir trees. The campground tends is popular among huckleberry pickers. At an elevation of 2,800 ft., Peterson Prairie offers a cool summertime climate during the hottest part of the season. Several kid-friendly attractions are a short distance away, making this campground a great choice for families.

Number of accommodations: 21

Seasonal information

2026 (Current year)

2026 Season availability

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Currently closed - Opens on Jun 12

Sites & Availability

21 Sites Available

Site
Price
🚐 001, Loop: AREA PETERSON PRAIRIE
No Hookups
$45.00
/ per night
🚐 002, Loop: AREA PETERSON PRAIRIE
No Hookups
$45.00
/ per night
🚐 003, Loop: AREA PETERSON PRAIRIE
No Hookups
$45.00
/ per night
🚐 004, Loop: AREA PETERSON PRAIRIE
No Hookups
$45.00
/ per night
🚐 007, Loop: AREA PETERSON PRAIRIE
No Hookups
$45.00
/ per night
🚐 008, Loop: AREA PETERSON PRAIRIE
No Hookups
$45.00
/ per night
🚐 009, Loop: AREA PETERSON PRAIRIE
No Hookups
$45.00
/ per night
🚐 010, Loop: AREA PETERSON PRAIRIE
No Hookups
$45.00
/ per night
🚐 011, Loop: AREA PETERSON PRAIRIE
No Hookups
$45.00
/ per night
🚐 012 Multi, Loop: AREA PETERSON PRAIRIE
No Hookups
$45.00
/ per night
🚐 013, Loop: AREA PETERSON PRAIRIE
No Hookups
$45.00
/ per night
🚐 014 Multi, Loop: AREA PETERSON PRAIRIE
No Hookups
$45.00
/ per night
🚐 016, Loop: AREA PETERSON PRAIRIE
No Hookups
$45.00
/ per night
🚐 017, Loop: AREA PETERSON PRAIRIE
No Hookups
$45.00
/ per night
🚐 021 Multi, Loop: AREA PETERSON PRAIRIE
No Hookups
$45.00
/ per night
🚐 022, Loop: AREA PETERSON PRAIRIE
No Hookups
$45.00
/ per night
🚐 023, Loop: AREA PETERSON PRAIRIE
No Hookups
$45.00
/ per night
🚐 025 Multi, Loop: AREA PETERSON PRAIRIE
No Hookups
$45.00
/ per night
🚐 026, Loop: AREA PETERSON PRAIRIE
No Hookups
$45.00
/ per night
🚐 027, Loop: AREA PETERSON PRAIRIE
No Hookups
$45.00
/ per night
🚐 Group 1, Loop: AREA PETERSON PRAIRIE
No Hookups
$115.00
/ per night

Reviews (77)

What Guests Are Saying

Peterson Prairie Campground is highly praised for its friendly hosts, Cathy and Joel, who maintain a clean and welcoming environment. Campers enjoy spacious, shaded sites and abundant opportunities for outdoor activities, including hiking and berry picking. While some sites may be smaller or closer together, the overall experience is positive, with clean facilities and a peaceful atmosphere, making it a great destination for families and nature lovers.

Review Summary

4.6
77 reviews
5
66.2%
51
4
28.6%
22
3
1.3%
1
2
2.6%
2
1
1.3%
1
John Ayagan

John Ayagan

September 28, 2025

5

Historic place
British Columbia, Canada flag garden in the Peace arch.
Beware not to go beyond this flag because you can get arrested for crossing the border without proper entry.

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Darren S

Verified

September 14, 2025 Stayed at: Group 1, Loop: AREA PETERSON PRAIRIE

5

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Jon R

Verified

September 9, 2025 Stayed at: 004, Loop: AREA PETERSON PRAIRIE

5

Wonderful campground. The hosts, Cathy and Joel, are fantastic, pleasant and helpful. They keep the place spotless.

Maria W

Verified

September 5, 2025 Stayed at: 023, Loop: AREA PETERSON PRAIRIE

5

We went for much needed sibling camp out. With dogs and we felt very relaxed and respected. We aren’t the quietest group but we try. The hosts were amazing. We had great time10 gallons of huckleberries.

Richard D

Verified

August 12, 2025 Stayed at: 022, Loop: AREA PETERSON PRAIRIE

3

A nice campground. Stayed here for two nights in mid August. Lots of ripe huckleberries nearby ready for picking. Enjoyed hiking the East Crater trail to Junction Lake, visiting the nearby Natural Bridges, and spending time at Goose Lake. However, we were somewhat disappointed by our site, #22. It was small compared to all of the surrounding campsites and the ground wasn't flat for the tent or picnic table. We would have preferred to have stayed in almost any one of the many other available campsites, but the camp host wouldn't let us switch our reservation. It was close to the water and bathroom, which was nice, but I wish there was better information (like photos) to aid in selecting a good campsite during the reservation process.

Marvin W

Verified

August 7, 2025 Stayed at: 011, Loop: AREA PETERSON PRAIRIE

4

Many campsites need gravel, they are terribly dusty. It is a beautiful campground and hosts do a great job keeping things clean. Loved it.

Ava B

Verified

July 30, 2025 Stayed at: 014 Multi, Loop: AREA PETERSON PRAIRIE

5

Beautiful area and very nicely kept bathrooms

Rachel S

Verified

July 30, 2025 Stayed at: 026, Loop: AREA PETERSON PRAIRIE

5

Great campsite and campground! One of our favorites. Bathrooms are reasonably clean, sites are well spaced out. Very peaceful with plenty of birdsong and no road noise. This particular site is very roomy - plenty of space for two to three 2 person tents. Mostly shady.

Mary F

Verified

July 21, 2025 Stayed at: 026, Loop: AREA PETERSON PRAIRIE

5

The host was friendly and kept the camp ground in great shape. The camp ground only has 30 sites and many are perfect for tents. It was quiet and close to the city of Trout Lake. It has several points of interest near by, including the natural bridges and ice caves.

Erica J

Verified

July 19, 2025 Stayed at: 022, Loop: AREA PETERSON PRAIRIE

5

This campground is very quiet! We were there on a Friday night in July and it wasn't full. Our site, S-22 wasn't the best layout, but we walked around and saw that there were lots of great sites available. I think they were held for day-of reservations because when I booked, I didn't have those options. We were only staying one night, so it didn't matter too much which site we had. Pit toilet areas are clean. The trees are so dense that an 88 degree day felt very comfortable. The hosts are kind and will drop off your firewood after you've paid. $10 per bundle.

Location Peterson Prairie Campground

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

Latitude & Longitude: 45.9694 / -121.661

Elevation: 911 feet

Policies & Rules

Category About
General

Check in: 2 pm, Check out: 12 pm (noon)

General

ATV/OHV riding is not permitted within the campground; please limit use to transportation in and out of the facility.

General

Prevent the spread of invasive species by inscting and cleaning packs, equipment and tires before using lake or trails.

General

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.

General

Click here for more information about Gifford Pinchot National Forest

General

Extra vehicle fee of $8.00/night of stay.

General

Firewood is available for sale at host site for $10.00/bundle.

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