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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About Iron Creek Campground
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2026 Season availability
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Picnic Table
River Access
Fire Pit
Cooking and Fire
- Picnic Table
- Fire Pit
- Firewood Available
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- 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
steve w
August 14, 2020
Great time.
Tanya P
VerifiedAugust 15, 2020 • Stayed at: 064, Loop: C
Secluded, river trail nearby, firewood on site, waterfall up the road 10+ miles.
Zac T
VerifiedAugust 17, 2020 • Stayed at: 060, Loop: C
Beautiful! We will be back
Mike P
VerifiedAugust 21, 2020 • Stayed at: 053, Loop: B
Great time full campground but very quiet
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.
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.
Rachel J
August 25, 2020
The sites are very close together and loud. If you like seclusion, this is not the campground to reserve. The sites are very small however, the staff was great. Most bathrooms were clean
Joe R
VerifiedAugust 27, 2020 • Stayed at: 041, Loop: B
Always love it here.
Don S
VerifiedAugust 30, 2020 • Stayed at: 042, Loop: B
The campsite was absolutely beautiful and restrooms well kept up. It was quiet and private and the trail that wrapped around the entire campground was so nice! We enjoyed ourselves very much and wished we would have booked more days. It as perfect for our older doggo as well.
Jana T
VerifiedAugust 31, 2020 • Stayed at: 051, Loop: B
Beautiful, quiet, spacious sites. The trees are amazing. The bathrooms are grim. If you can tolerate them and keep your eyes on the beauty it is a great place to camp.
Location & Directions for Iron Creek Campground
Gifford Pinchot Nf Cowlitz Valley Ranger District, Randle, WA 98377 United States
Elevation: 334 ft
Nearby National Park
Nisqually Entrance
Approximate driving time: 46 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: October 19, 2026
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