Blue Lake CG
Blue Lake Creek Campground
Blue Lake Creek Campground
Blue Lake Creek Campground
Blue Lake Campground

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About Blue Lake Creek Campground - Gifford Pinchot Nf (WA)

In a well-shaded location among maple trees and ferns, Blue Lake Creek Campground offers open, grassy spaces with sites that can accommodate both tents and RVs with a small brook that babbles through the campground. Both Blue Lake and the Cispus River can be reached from multi-use trails leaving the campground, making this location popular among hikers, mountain bikers and OHV riders.

Available sites

7 total sites

Activities & Attractions

Nearby

Hiking

Hiking

Year-round
Mountain Biking

Mountain Biking

Year-round

Seasonal information

2026 (Current year)

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Campground Amenities

Most popular amenities

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Site Setup and Access

Site Setup and Access

  • Shaded Site
Cooking and Fire

Cooking and Fire

  • Firewood Available
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Parking and Transport

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Rates, Sites & Availability

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7 Sites Available

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Price
🚐 005, Loop: North Side RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 006, Loop: South Side RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 007, Loop: South Side RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 008, Loop: South Side RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 009, Loop: South Side RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 010, Loop: South Side RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 011, Loop: South Side RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In

Reviews

26 reviews

3.6

Overall rating

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5 stars 30.8% (8)
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3 stars 15.4% (4)
2 stars 15.4% (4)
1 star 7.7% (2)

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Raina S

January 10, 2020

Very spacious camp sites, neighbors aren't too close, and the place wasn't packed. Surprisingly quiet for being right off of the main forest road. Honestly glad we stayed in this place rather than the overcrowded bigger campgrounds, like Tahkalahk and Walupt. Grassy, clean areas, lots of shade, nice area for a camp fire and a well kept picnic table, and a bonus, the sound of a creek running by to lull you to sleep. We will 100% be camping here again!

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Raina S

January 10, 2020

Very spacious camp sites, neighbors aren't too close, and the place wasn't packed. Surprisingly quiet for being right off of the main forest road. Honestly glad we stayed in this place rather than the overcrowded bigger campgrounds, like Tahkalahk and Walupt. Grassy, clean areas, lots of shade, nice area for a camp fire and a well kept picnic table, and a bonus, the sound of a creek running by to lull you to sleep. We will 100% be camping here again!

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Lauren O

January 17, 2020

Secluded little campground that is in a good location in GP national forest. We walked down to the river straight from the site and had our own private access to the river. Most sites are large in size but there is no running water available and there was only one outhouse. I would recommend this for short stays or people passing through!

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Lauren O

January 17, 2020

Secluded little campground that is in a good location in GP national forest. We walked down to the river straight from the site and had our own private access to the river. Most sites are large in size but there is no running water available and there was only one outhouse. I would recommend this for short stays or people passing through!

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Aileen S

January 26, 2020

We really liked the general area, but due to the ATVs in the area it can get a bit noisy. The hike up to Blue Lake Creek was very challenging, but when we went in August it was awash with quite interesting mushrooms! It did have quite an elevation gain in only about 2.5 mi.

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Aileen S

January 26, 2020

We really liked the general area, but due to the ATVs in the area it can get a bit noisy. The hike up to Blue Lake Creek was very challenging, but when we went in August it was awash with quite interesting mushrooms! It did have quite an elevation gain in only about 2.5 mi.

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Erin G

June 29, 2020

Great little campground. Not too noisy and only a few campsites which made it feel like a more secluded experience. No water though, which is never great, but you just come prepared and it's fine. Bathroom was shockingly clean for a campground. Lots of trails in the area. Love!

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Erin G

June 29, 2020

Great little campground. Not too noisy and only a few campsites which made it feel like a more secluded experience. No water though, which is never great, but you just come prepared and it's fine. Bathroom was shockingly clean for a campground. Lots of trails in the area. Love!

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Nanehe M

August 22, 2020

The camp host was absolutely delightful! Loved her so much! So helpful and so kind. The campsites themselves are not private. Very open and exposed.

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Nanehe M

August 22, 2020

The camp host was absolutely delightful! Loved her so much! So helpful and so kind. The campsites themselves are not private. Very open and exposed.

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Location & Directions for Blue Lake Creek Campground - Gifford Pinchot Nf (WA)

Gifford Pinchot Nf Cowlitz Valley Ranger District, Randle, WA 98377 United States

Elevation: 554 ft

Getting There

Take State Highway 12 to Randle, Washington. Follow State Highway 131 to the fork and and stay left onto Forest Road 23. Follow Forest Road 23 beyond North Fork Campground to Blue Lake Creek.

Nearest town

Randle, WA - 16 mi

About 25 min to downtown

Highway access

The campground is accessible via State Highway 12, approximately 12 miles from Randle, Washington. State Highway 131 provides direct access to Forest Road 23, which leads to Blue Lake Creek Campground.

Near Mount Rainier National Park

The closest entrance is: Nisqually Entrance

Approximate drive: 30.3 mi · 52 min

Policies & Rules

Arrival & departure

  • Check-in is at 2 PM and check-out is at noon.

Utilities

  • There is no water available at the campground.

Site types & loops

  • ATVs and OHVs are prohibited in the campground.

General

  • Click here for more information about Gifford Pinchot National Forest

Fires & fuel

  • Do not move firewood; it can spread invasive species.
  • Firewood can be purchased at the host site for $10 per bundle.

Fees & deposits

  • The camping fee includes two vehicles; an extra fee of $8 applies for a third vehicle.

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Last updated: October 23, 2026

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