Peterson Prairie Campground
Peterson Prairie Campground
Peterson Prairie Campground
Forest at Peterson Prairie
Peterson Prairie Campground in fall

Featured amenities

Picnic Table Picnic Table
Restrooms Restrooms
Fire Pit Fire Pit

Available sites

21 total sites

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 2.8 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.

Activities & Attractions

Nearby

Hiking

Hiking

Year-round

Seasonal information

2026 (Current year)

2026 Season availability

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Currently closed

Campground Amenities

Most popular amenities

Picnic Table Picnic Table
Restrooms Restrooms
Fire Pit Fire Pit
Site Setup and Access

Site Setup and Access

  • Shaded Site
Water and Hygiene

Water and Hygiene

  • Restrooms
Cooking and Fire

Cooking and Fire

  • Picnic Table
  • Fire Pit
  • Firewood Available

Cabin Interior

  • Toilet Type
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Rates, Sites & Availability

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

21 Sites Available

Site
Price
🚐 001, Loop: AREA PETERSON PRAIRIE RV
Pet Friendly · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 002, Loop: AREA PETERSON PRAIRIE RV
Pet Friendly · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 003, Loop: AREA PETERSON PRAIRIE RV
Pet Friendly · Pull-through
🚐 004, Loop: AREA PETERSON PRAIRIE RV
Pet Friendly · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 007, Loop: AREA PETERSON PRAIRIE RV
Pet Friendly · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 008, Loop: AREA PETERSON PRAIRIE RV
Pet Friendly · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 009, Loop: AREA PETERSON PRAIRIE RV
Pet Friendly · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 010, Loop: AREA PETERSON PRAIRIE RV
Pet Friendly · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 011, Loop: AREA PETERSON PRAIRIE RV
Pet Friendly · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 012 Multi, Loop: AREA PETERSON PRAIRIE RV
Pet Friendly · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 013, Loop: AREA PETERSON PRAIRIE RV
Pet Friendly · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 014 Multi, Loop: AREA PETERSON PRAIRIE RV
Pet Friendly · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 016, Loop: AREA PETERSON PRAIRIE RV
Pet Friendly · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 017, Loop: AREA PETERSON PRAIRIE RV
Pet Friendly · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 021 Multi, Loop: AREA PETERSON PRAIRIE RV
Pet Friendly · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 022, Loop: AREA PETERSON PRAIRIE RV
Pet Friendly · Pull-through
🚐 023, Loop: AREA PETERSON PRAIRIE RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 025 Multi, Loop: AREA PETERSON PRAIRIE RV
Pet Friendly · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 026, Loop: AREA PETERSON PRAIRIE RV
Pet Friendly · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 027, Loop: AREA PETERSON PRAIRIE RV
Pet Friendly · Pull-through
🚐 Group 1, Loop: AREA PETERSON PRAIRIE RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Pull-through

Reviews (100)

What Guests Are Saying

Peterson Prairie Campground is highly praised for its spacious and well-maintained sites, offering privacy and cleanliness, with friendly camp hosts providing helpful local tips. Visitors enjoyed the peaceful atmosphere, clean facilities, and nearby recreational opportunities like hiking and berry picking. While some sites were less ideal, the overall experience was positive, making it a favorite destination for many campers.

Review Summary

4.6
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Jon R

Verified

September 28, 2026 • Stayed at: 004, Loop: AREA PETERSON PRAIRIE

5

Clean and quiet in glorious forest with no cell service or TV to intrude. The hosts, Cathy and Joel, are lovely folks and keep the place pristine. Lots of trails in the area including the PCT through the Indian Heaven Wilderness.

Location & Directions for Peterson Prairie Campground

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

Elevation: 911 ft

Getting There

From SR 14 follow SR 141 North to the town of Trout Lake, continue through town on SR 141 till the road ends and FS 24 begins(approximately 5 mi WSW of town). Continue west on FS 24 for another 2.3 mi to the entrance of Peterson Prairie.

Nearest town

Carson, WA - 45 mi

About 58 min to downtown

Highway access

The campground is accessed via SR 14 and SR 141, which are the nearest major roads. SR 14 is approximately 15 miles to the south of the campground.

Policies & Rules

Arrival & departure

Check in time

2PM

Check out time

12PM

General

  • ATV/OHV riding is not permitted within the campground; please limit use to transportation in and out of the facility.
  • Prevent the spread of invasive species by inscting and cleaning packs, equipment and tires before using lake or trails.
  • 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.
  • Click here for more information about Gifford Pinchot National Forest
  • Extra vehicle fee of $8.00/night of stay.
  • Firewood is available for sale at host site for $10.00/bundle.

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Last updated: October 21, 2026

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