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About Peterson Prairie Campground
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Hiking
Seasonal information
2026 Season availability
Campground Amenities
Most popular amenities
Picnic Table
Restrooms
Fire Pit
Site Setup and Access
- Shaded Site
Water and Hygiene
- Restrooms
Cooking and Fire
- Picnic Table
- Fire Pit
- Firewood Available
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- Toilet Type
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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.
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
Courtney E
VerifiedJune 1, 2026 • Stayed at: 003, Loop: AREA PETERSON PRAIRIE
The only thing we had a problem with was there being no showers but other than that, it was a great campsite
Sarah S
VerifiedJune 1, 2026 • Stayed at: 027, Loop: AREA PETERSON PRAIRIE
Site 27 was perfect, hosts were great and there are plenty of trails right from the campground to wander.
Darren S
VerifiedSeptember 14, 2025 • Stayed at: Group 1, Loop: AREA PETERSON PRAIRIE
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Jon R
VerifiedSeptember 9, 2025 • Stayed at: 004, Loop: AREA PETERSON PRAIRIE
Wonderful campground. The hosts, Cathy and Joel, are fantastic, pleasant and helpful. They keep the place spotless.
Maria W
VerifiedSeptember 5, 2025 • Stayed at: 023, Loop: AREA PETERSON PRAIRIE
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
VerifiedAugust 12, 2025 • Stayed at: 022, Loop: AREA PETERSON PRAIRIE
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
VerifiedAugust 7, 2025 • Stayed at: 011, Loop: AREA PETERSON PRAIRIE
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
VerifiedJuly 30, 2025 • Stayed at: 014 Multi, Loop: AREA PETERSON PRAIRIE
Beautiful area and very nicely kept bathrooms
Rachel S
VerifiedJuly 30, 2025 • Stayed at: 026, Loop: AREA PETERSON PRAIRIE
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
VerifiedJuly 21, 2025 • Stayed at: 026, Loop: AREA PETERSON PRAIRIE
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.
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.
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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