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.
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Average nightly rates73 total sites
RV Sites
73 sites
About Iron Creek Campground
Number of accommodations: 73
Seasonal information
2026 Season availability
Campground Amenities
Most popular amenities
Parking
Picnic Table
River Access
Fire Pit
Cooking and Fire
- Picnic Table
- Fire Pit
- Firewood Available
Parking and Transport
- Parking
Water Access
- River Access
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- Toilet Type
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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
Kyle S
VerifiedJuly 18, 2020 • Stayed at: 018 Multi, Loop: A
Nice sites and convenient location to spend a day seeing mount saint helens
Phil C
VerifiedJuly 20, 2020 • Stayed at: 049, Loop: B
Very private and quite site.
Angela P
VerifiedJuly 21, 2020 • Stayed at: 051, Loop: B
Dense forest, gorgeous big spots, ample parking for 2 vehicles plus a small trailer. Only downside is the toilets are a bit stinky. Will always come back here.
Vaibhav T
VerifiedJuly 23, 2020 • Stayed at: 031, Loop: B
Good hosts, nice, quiet, clean facilities
Mark U
VerifiedJuly 28, 2020 • Stayed at: 048, Loop: B
Nice and quiet campground in the middle of a mature Douglas fir and hemlock forest, ferns and other deciduous plants chest high between camp sites. Good privacy. Roads and camp sites maintained nicely. But many of the pit toilets are in need of repair. The doors are heavily rusted and floor and walls and ceilings need painting. No hand sanitizers in the pit toilets. I’m sure this is a Forest Service budget issue. Hopefully Congress’s vote to fully fund the Water and Land Conservation Fund and National Park system will allow many of these repairs to be made. Some day we’d like to see showers added to WA campgrounds.
For campers who like to use the fire pits, please be aware which direction the wind is blowing. It may be blowing into an adjacent camp site, making their stay unpleasant.
Tiffany G
VerifiedAugust 6, 2020 • Stayed at: 076, Loop: D
Our trip was a success until I realized I hadn't bought enough ice or firewood, so we took a second trip back in to town for additional resources. Our spot was nice and perfectly spaced and was relatively quiet until loud campers came by. Facilities were clean and since we had prior reservations we had nothing to worry about with checking in. The camp was "full" for the most part with reservation signs everywhere but some campers didn't show up so that was annoying because we could've camped with friends. The only recommendation that I have for this location is I wish they sold firewood since the requirement is to buy local and not bring in wood. The other downside to this camp is the location, a lot of camping spots but the roads are not kept up. Be careful when driving to the right after leaving the camp there's a huge drop where it looks like the cement caves in. Also if you want to know what each spot looks like at this location make sure to google the campground loop and site number, there are some spots that are pretty small.
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.
chloe f
VerifiedAugust 13, 2020 • Stayed at: 076, Loop: D
Campsites are clearly marked and we found our site on loop D spacious.
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
Tanya P
VerifiedAugust 15, 2020 • Stayed at: 064, Loop: C
Secluded, river trail nearby, firewood on site, waterfall up the road 10+ miles.
Location Iron Creek Campground
Address:
Gifford Pinchot Nf Cowlitz Valley Ranger District
Randle, WA, 98377
United States
Elevation: 334 feet
9.6 mi drive to downtown Randle (about 16 min)
Policies & Rules
Arrival & departure
Check in time
2PM
Check out time
12PM
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.
- Click here for more information about Gifford Pinchot National Forest
- 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.
- Firewood is available for ale at host site for $10.00/bundle.
- $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.
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Last updated: September 5, 2026
