Warning
GeneralIRON 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.
About Iron Creek Campground
Number of accommodations: 73
Seasonal information
2026 Season availability
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Reviews (226)
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.
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
Biridiana G
VerifiedAugust 24, 2020 • Stayed at: 014, Loop: A
The spot Itself was wonderful, most of our neighbors were nice, respectful, and quiet. The neighbors to our right were the only ones being disrespectful and loud. When asked to quiet down after quiet hours they continued to yell and play loud music. They also used inappropriately language for children. The bathrooms were clean. There were trash cans available. The river was about a mile hike. The hike and river were beautiful. We were only there one night but we are planning on coming back in 2021.
marsha L
VerifiedAugust 23, 2020 • Stayed at: 094, Loop: D
Beautiful campground. Very disappointed that there isn’t more open sites for first come first serve. There were many more last year.
Mike P
VerifiedAugust 21, 2020 • Stayed at: 053, Loop: B
Great time full campground but very quiet
Zac T
VerifiedAugust 17, 2020 • Stayed at: 060, Loop: C
Beautiful! We will be back
Tanya P
VerifiedAugust 15, 2020 • Stayed at: 064, Loop: C
Secluded, river trail nearby, firewood on site, waterfall up the road 10+ miles.
Sean B
VerifiedAugust 14, 2020 • Stayed at: 025 Multi, Loop: B
Had a great time at Iron Creek. Trails were great and river and Creek was fun to see
steve w
August 14, 2020
Great time.
chloe f
VerifiedAugust 13, 2020 • Stayed at: 076, Loop: D
Campsites are clearly marked and we found our site on loop D spacious.
Ann G
VerifiedAugust 13, 2020 • Stayed at: 082, Loop: D
Great campground. Large private sites. Nearby hiking and great base camp for exploring Mt Saint Helens view points and hikes.
Nicole R
August 10, 2020
Camp site was beautiful- surrounded by old growth and the perfect spacing between sites. However, the best feature of this experience was our host, Kathy. When we arrived after a 3 hour drive, we realized that I had inadvertently reserved for the previous night! The sign coming into the campground clearly showed "Full", but when we went back and told Kathy of our predicament and whether there were any cancellations, she took the time to go in and check. Lo and behold, someone had transferred sites, and there was one site open for that night! Lesson learned on my end and also clear to me that while the locations are amazing, it's the people who maintain these facilities who are the frosting on the cake!
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
Policies & Rules
| Category | About |
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| 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) |
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Click here for more information about Gifford Pinchot National Forest |
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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. |
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Firewood is available for ale at host site for $10.00/bundle. |
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$8.00 fee is charged per night of stay for extra vehicles. |
Warnings & Advisories
Warning
GeneralIRON 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.
