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Blue Lake Creek Campground - Gifford Pinchot Nf (WA)

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.

Number of accommodations: 7

Nearby Activities & Attractions

Hiking

Mountain Biking

Seasonal information

2026 (Current year)

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Currently open - May 15 to Sep 19

Campground Amenities

Most popular amenities

Parking
Site Setup and Access

Site Setup and Access

  • Shaded Site
Cooking and Fire

Cooking and Fire

  • Firewood Available
Parking and Transport

Parking and Transport

  • Parking
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Rates, Sites & Availability

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

7 Sites Available

Site
Price
🚐 005, Loop: North Side
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 006, Loop: South Side
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 007, Loop: South Side
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 008, Loop: South Side
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 009, Loop: South Side
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 010, Loop: South Side
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 011, Loop: South Side
No Hookups
Price not available

Reviews (26)

Review Summary

3.6
26 reviews
5
30.8%
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4
30.8%
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3
15.4%
4
2
15.4%
4
1
7.7%
2

Aileen S

January 26, 2020

3

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 miles.

Aileen S

January 26, 2020

3

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 miles.

Lauren O

January 17, 2020

4

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!

Lauren O

January 17, 2020

4

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!

Raina S

January 10, 2020

5

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!

Raina S

January 10, 2020

5

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!

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

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

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.

Latitude & Longitude: 46.4036 / -121.736

Elevation: 554 feet

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: June 4, 2026

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