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
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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 C
VerifiedAugust 10, 2022 • Stayed at: 075, Loop: D
Our site was very small, but big enough for our tent and a couple of chairs, plus the picnic table and our car. We couldn't see the river, but could hear it quite well. There was no road noise, and our site was very quiet and peaceful. It was a rustic but beautiful place.
Braighan L
VerifiedAugust 8, 2022 • Stayed at: 075, Loop: D
Loved this place! Also loved how close it was to the river !
John F
VerifiedAugust 4, 2022 • Stayed at: 080, Loop: D
We love this campground! We stayed at site 80D, which was a great location. The forest and the river are beautiful, and the campground itself was clean and pleasant.
Kerry A
VerifiedAugust 3, 2022 • Stayed at: 064, Loop: C
Very clean, peaceful, and private.
Anita H
VerifiedAugust 3, 2022 • Stayed at: 066, Loop: C
Tried canceling early enough due to heat wave as the trrms said I could get a partial refund but there was nowhere online to cancel for this campground and no phone number associated with this campground so we lost ALL of our money. Boo
Jessica G
VerifiedJuly 30, 2022 • Stayed at: 094, Loop: D
Wow! Spacious campgrounds and decent privacy. Clean vault toilets. We went July 20-23 and didn’t have any issues with mosquitos.
Aimee P
VerifiedJuly 27, 2022 • Stayed at: 071, Loop: C
really big campsite surrounded by trees. seemed same size as the "double" across the way. you could fit multiple tents on this one. more space than usual between sites (but still had some loud neighbors unfortunately) very pretty campground with tall tall trees and a nice river trail. you could hear the river from this site, but didn't have direct access like the two across from us did. a quick walk over to the river trail. about one hour drive to windy ridge view point and 45ish minutes to Norway Pass TH.
Joel M
VerifiedJuly 26, 2022 • Stayed at: 058, Loop: C
great for families. what we liked about this campsite:
access to Mount St Helens Windy Ridge, Ape Caves, Lazer Caves, and various water falls. all within half hour to hour forty-five minute drive.
Biking on the camp loops for our 9 and 6 year old is very easy.
Bathrooms are clean and well stocked.
Access to the river and via C or D loop.
Campgrounds are located in a forested area, somewhat of a classic Northwest camping experience on the west side.
Blake M
VerifiedJuly 26, 2022 • Stayed at: 044, Loop: B
Awesome campground—scenic and not busy! The only challenge is the extremely rough road in for about the last 8 miles (from where the county road turns into a FS road). We brought in a camper and had to take it very slow. Also, firewood was a rip-off at $8/bundle. Still, we love it and will be back.
Ken K
VerifiedJuly 23, 2022 • Stayed at: 040, Loop: B
Large paved private sites. Lush vegetation and trails along the river. Birds singing in the morning. Nice quiet campground.
FR 25 is in need of major repairs. Drive slow.
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.
