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Iron Creek Campground

Gifford Pinchot Nf Cowlitz Valley Ranger District, Randle, Washington, United States

Warning

General

IRON CREEK CG CLOSED FOR THE 2026 SEASON. Due to a powerful windstorm that recently plowed through Iron Creek Campground, the USFS has requested that this campground be closed for the 2026 season. Many trees are down throughout the campground and it will take some time before cleanup will be completed.

Iron Creek Campground
Iron Creek Campground
Iron Creek Campground
Iron Creek Campground
Iron Creek Campground

About Iron Creek Campground

Iron Creek Campground sits near the confluence of Iron Creek and the Cispus River. This large campground winds through a forest of old-growth Douglas firs, cedars and hemlock. Lush vegetation and ample space between sites offers excellent privacy.

Number of accommodations: 73

Seasonal information

2026 (Current year)

2026 Season availability

Current season
Upcoming seasons
Past seasons
Closed periods
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Dec
Currently closed - Opens on May 15

Sites & Availability

73 Sites Available

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Price
🚐 001, Loop: A
No Hookups
$50.00
/ per night
🚐 003 Multi, Loop: A
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$50.00
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🚐 010, Loop: A
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$50.00
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🚐 011, Loop: A
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$50.00
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🚐 012, Loop: A
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$50.00
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🚐 013, Loop: A
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$50.00
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🚐 014, Loop: A
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$50.00
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🚐 015 Multi, Loop: A
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$50.00
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🚐 016, Loop: A
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$50.00
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🚐 017, Loop: A
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$50.00
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🚐 018 Multi, Loop: A
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$50.00
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🚐 019, Loop: A
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$50.00
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🚐 020, Loop: A
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$50.00
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🚐 021, Loop: A
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$50.00
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🚐 022, Loop: A
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$50.00
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🚐 023, Loop: A
No Hookups
$50.00
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🚐 024, Loop: B
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$50.00
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🚐 025 Multi, Loop: B
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$50.00
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🚐 026, Loop: B
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$50.00
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🚐 027, Loop: B
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$50.00
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🚐 028, Loop: B
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$50.00
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🚐 029, Loop: B
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$50.00
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🚐 030, Loop: B
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$50.00
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🚐 031, Loop: B
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$50.00
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🚐 032, Loop: B
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$50.00
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🚐 033, Loop: B
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$50.00
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🚐 034 Multi, Loop: B
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🚐 035 Multi, Loop: B
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🚐 036, Loop: B
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🚐 037, Loop: B
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🚐 038, Loop: B
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🚐 039, Loop: B
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🚐 040, Loop: B
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🚐 041, Loop: B
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🚐 042, Loop: B
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$50.00
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🚐 043, Loop: B
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$50.00
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🚐 044, Loop: B
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$50.00
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🚐 045 Multi, Loop: B
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🚐 046, Loop: B
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🚐 047, Loop: B
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🚐 048, Loop: B
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$50.00
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🚐 049, Loop: B
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$50.00
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🚐 050 Multi, Loop: B
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$50.00
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🚐 051, Loop: B
No Hookups
$50.00
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🚐 052, Loop: B
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$50.00
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🚐 053, Loop: B
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$50.00
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🚐 054 Multi, Loop: B
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$50.00
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🚐 055, Loop: C
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$50.00
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🚐 056, Loop: C
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$50.00
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🚐 057, Loop: C
No Hookups
$50.00
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🚐 058, Loop: C
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🚐 059, Loop: C
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🚐 060, Loop: C
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🚐 064, Loop: C
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🚐 065, Loop: C
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🚐 066, Loop: C
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🚐 071, Loop: C
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$50.00
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🚐 072, Loop: D
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$50.00
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🚐 075, Loop: D
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$50.00
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🚐 076, Loop: D
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🚐 077, Loop: D
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🚐 078, Loop: D
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🚐 079, Loop: D
No Hookups
$50.00
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🚐 080, Loop: D
No Hookups
$50.00
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🚐 081, Loop: D
No Hookups
$50.00
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🚐 082, Loop: D
No Hookups
$50.00
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🚐 083 Multi, Loop: D
No Hookups
$50.00
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🚐 084, Loop: D
No Hookups
$50.00
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🚐 087, Loop: D
No Hookups
$50.00
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🚐 090, Loop: D
No Hookups
$50.00
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🚐 093 Multi, Loop: D
No Hookups
$50.00
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🚐 094, Loop: D
No Hookups
$50.00
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🚐 095, Loop: D
No Hookups
$50.00
/ per night

Reviews (226)

Verified Only

What Guests Are Saying

Iron Creek Campground is praised for its beautiful setting among old-growth trees and proximity to the Cispus River, providing a tranquil and scenic experience. Campers appreciate the well-maintained facilities, clean restrooms, and spacious, private campsites. However, access to the campground can be challenging due to road conditions and closures, which some visitors found frustrating.

Review Summary

4.5
226 reviews
5
70.4%
159
4
20.8%
47
3
3.1%
7
2
2.2%
5
1
3.5%
8

Jeremy B

Verified

August 21, 2021 • Stayed at: 017, Loop: A

5

Awesome camp sites, and plenty to do!

steve w

Verified

August 15, 2021 • Stayed at: 087, Loop: D

5

Good time

steve w

Verified

August 15, 2021 • Stayed at: 087, Loop: D

5

Great job hosts!!! Way to go!!

Teresa K

Verified

August 15, 2021 • Stayed at: 081, Loop: D

5

Park was clean. Sites are easy access. Pit toilets inside were clean. Maybe some solar lights inside for evening.
No complaints at all and we will be back

Mary C

Verified

August 13, 2021 • Stayed at: 081, Loop: D

5

This campground is a favorite place to go. No cell service, so no interruptions from the outside world. Nice large campsites with lots of trees. Camping in Loop D is great... you can hear the river at night!

Charles C

Verified

August 13, 2021 • Stayed at: 044, Loop: B

4

Not many people and quite. Lots of vegetation for privacy.

Steven D

Verified

August 12, 2021 • Stayed at: 038, Loop: B

5

Lush Old Growth Forest, large well spaced sites, clean vault toilets, friendly /helpful campground hosts.

Emily S

Verified

August 5, 2021 • Stayed at: 016, Loop: A

4

Beautiful campground with plenty of space.
Atrocious bathrooms/vault toilets. Bring your own porta potty if tent camping or trailer camp.

tambi c

Verified

August 3, 2021 • Stayed at: 016, Loop: A

5

Love this campground. The sites are very spacious and private. Beautiful trail around the entire campground. The forest is absolutely stunning. My family has been coming here
For many years and will continue for many more.

Judith K

Verified

July 30, 2021 • Stayed at: 038, Loop: B

5

Such an incredibly beautiful campground surrounded by old growth forest. So nice falling asleep to the sound of the River. Our site was very spacious and private
Toilets very clean

Location Iron Creek Campground

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

Latitude & Longitude: 46.4297 / -121.987

Elevation: 334 feet

Map of Iron Creek Campground location at Randle, WA, United States
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Policies & Rules

Category About
General

IRON CREEK CG CLOSED FOR THE 2026 SEASON. Due to a powerful windstorm that recently plowed through Iron Creek Campground, the USFS has requested that this campground be closed for the 2026 season. Many trees are down throughout the campground and it will take some time before cleanup will be completed.
General

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

Click here for more information about Gifford Pinchot National Forest
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

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

$8.00 fee is charged per night of stay for extra vehicles.

Warnings & Advisories

Warning

General

IRON CREEK CG CLOSED FOR THE 2026 SEASON. Due to a powerful windstorm that recently plowed through Iron Creek Campground, the USFS has requested that this campground be closed for the 2026 season. Many trees are down throughout the campground and it will take some time before cleanup will be completed.

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