OutReserve

Takhlakh Lake Campground

Mt. Adams behind Takhlakh Lake
Takhlakh Lake Campsite
Takhlakh Lake Campsite loop

Featured amenities

Restrooms

About Takhlakh Lake Campground

Takhlakh Lake Campground sits at an elevation of 4,400 feet in a well-shaded location next to its namesake lake. The campground sits at the base of Mt. Adams, providing visitors with incredible views in every direction. The campground has a short season, but it's a particularly popular destination for hikers exploring the trails around Mt. Adams.

Number of accommodations: 36

Seasonal information

2026 (Current year)

2026 Season availability

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Currently closed - Opens on Jul 3

Campground Amenities

Most popular amenities

Restrooms
Site Setup and Access

Site Setup and Access

  • Shaded Site
Water and Hygiene

Water and Hygiene

  • Restrooms
Cooking and Fire

Cooking and Fire

  • Firewood Available
Water Access

Water Access

  • Lake Access
  • Boat Ramp
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Rates, Sites & Availability

Select check-in and check-out dates to see real-time availability for each site.

36 Sites Available

Site
Price
🚐 005, Loop: AREA TAKHLAKH LAKE CAMPGROUND
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🚐 006, Loop: AREA TAKHLAKH LAKE CAMPGROUND
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🚐 007, Loop: AREA TAKHLAKH LAKE CAMPGROUND
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🚐 008, Loop: AREA TAKHLAKH LAKE CAMPGROUND
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🚐 009, Loop: AREA TAKHLAKH LAKE CAMPGROUND
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🚐 010, Loop: AREA TAKHLAKH LAKE CAMPGROUND
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🚐 015, Loop: AREA TAKHLAKH LAKE CAMPGROUND
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🚐 016, Loop: AREA TAKHLAKH LAKE CAMPGROUND
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🚐 017, Loop: AREA TAKHLAKH LAKE CAMPGROUND
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🚐 018, Loop: AREA TAKHLAKH LAKE CAMPGROUND
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🚐 019, Loop: AREA TAKHLAKH LAKE CAMPGROUND
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🚐 020, Loop: AREA TAKHLAKH LAKE CAMPGROUND
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🚐 021, Loop: AREA TAKHLAKH LAKE CAMPGROUND
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🚐 022, Loop: AREA TAKHLAKH LAKE CAMPGROUND
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🚐 023, Loop: AREA TAKHLAKH LAKE CAMPGROUND
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🚐 024, Loop: AREA TAKHLAKH LAKE CAMPGROUND
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🚐 025, Loop: AREA TAKHLAKH LAKE CAMPGROUND
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🚐 026, Loop: AREA TAKHLAKH LAKE CAMPGROUND
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🚐 033, Loop: AREA TAKHLAKH LAKE CAMPGROUND
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🚐 034, Loop: AREA TAKHLAKH LAKE CAMPGROUND
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🚐 035, Loop: AREA TAKHLAKH LAKE CAMPGROUND
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🚐 036, Loop: AREA TAKHLAKH LAKE CAMPGROUND
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🚐 037, Loop: AREA TAKHLAKH LAKE CAMPGROUND
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🚐 038, Loop: AREA TAKHLAKH LAKE CAMPGROUND
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🚐 039, Loop: AREA TAKHLAKH LAKE CAMPGROUND
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🚐 040, Loop: AREA TAKHLAKH LAKE CAMPGROUND
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🚐 041, Loop: AREA TAKHLAKH LAKE CAMPGROUND
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🚐 042, Loop: AREA TAKHLAKH LAKE CAMPGROUND
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🚐 043, Loop: AREA TAKHLAKH LAKE CAMPGROUND
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🚐 044, Loop: AREA TAKHLAKH LAKE CAMPGROUND
No Hookups
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045, Loop: AREA TAKHLAKH LAKE CAMPGROUND
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
046, Loop: AREA TAKHLAKH LAKE CAMPGROUND
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
047, Loop: AREA TAKHLAKH LAKE CAMPGROUND
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
048, Loop: AREA TAKHLAKH LAKE CAMPGROUND
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
049, Loop: AREA TAKHLAKH LAKE CAMPGROUND
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
050, Loop: AREA TAKHLAKH LAKE CAMPGROUND
6 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available

Reviews (276)

What Guests Are Saying

Takhlakh Lake Campground offers stunning scenery and a serene atmosphere, with clear waters and beautiful views of Mt. Adams. The campground is well-maintained, featuring clean facilities and friendly camp hosts. While it can be crowded on weekends and lacks potable water, the hiking opportunities and natural beauty make it a highly recommended destination for camping enthusiasts.

Review Summary

4.2
276 reviews
5
57.2%
158
4
21.0%
58
3
8.7%
24
2
8.7%
24
1
4.3%
12

Lynn N

Verified

August 25, 2022 Stayed at: 045, Loop: AREA TAKHLAKH LAKE CAMPGROUND

2

The tent site (45) had a small, light-colored boulder situated in an unfortunate position ahead of the space we had to park our camper van in. One of us tripped over the boulder at night trying to walk to the pit toilet and hit her head/face on the ground, resulting in injuries. That boulder is a trip hazard and should be removed ASAP.

Lynn N

Verified

August 25, 2022 Stayed at: 045, Loop: AREA TAKHLAKH LAKE CAMPGROUND

2

The tent site (45) had a small, light-colored boulder situated in an unfortunate position ahead of the space we had to park our camper van in. One of us tripped over the boulder at night trying to walk to the pit toilet and hit her head/face on the ground, resulting in injuries. That boulder is a trip hazard and should be removed ASAP.

Jacob G

Verified

August 17, 2022 Stayed at: 022, Loop: AREA TAKHLAKH LAKE CAMPGROUND

3

The campground was pleasant. Even with the neighbors deciding that the radio needed to be very loud. The hosts were nice and you could tell they took pride in maintaining the restrooms. The trails needed some chainsaw maintenance. The road up from Cispus was absolutely horrible once it became gravel! Even going at basically 5 mph I thought my car s going to break.

Jacob G

Verified

August 17, 2022 Stayed at: 022, Loop: AREA TAKHLAKH LAKE CAMPGROUND

3

The campground was pleasant. Even with the neighbors deciding that the radio needed to be very loud. The hosts were nice and you could tell they took pride in maintaining the restrooms. The trails needed some chainsaw maintenance. The road up from Cispus was absolutely horrible once it became gravel! Even going at basically 5 mph I thought my car s going to break.

Donna Jean H

Verified

August 15, 2022 Stayed at: 021, Loop: AREA TAKHLAKH LAKE CAMPGROUND

5

Beautiful and one of my favorite parks!! However I’m afraid that was my last time there because the roads just beat my car & trailer too much!🥲

Donna Jean H

Verified

August 15, 2022 Stayed at: 021, Loop: AREA TAKHLAKH LAKE CAMPGROUND

5

Beautiful and one of my favorite parks!! However I’m afraid that was my last time there because the roads just beat my car & trailer too much!🥲

Thomas L

Verified

August 10, 2022 Stayed at: 008, Loop: AREA TAKHLAKH LAKE CAMPGROUND

1

Mosquitoes, mosquitoes, mosquitoes !
The only safe place was in the tent !
Arrived 7/31/22 planning to stay 3 nights. We lasted 2 and bailed out !
Lovely spot at the foot of Mt Adams, nice campground, good tent sites, pit toilets well maintained, friendly and helpful camp hosts....but the mosquitoes, sheesh !
People who knew what they were doing were wearing mosquito nets on their heads and in some cases "all over body" mosquito nets.
I would say don't go there until very late in the summer and hopefully they've thinned out by then !
I was there on a day trip as part of a different camping trip last summer, towards the end of august and there were virtually no mosquitoes at all. But early August this year.... not good at all

Thomas L

Verified

August 10, 2022 Stayed at: 008, Loop: AREA TAKHLAKH LAKE CAMPGROUND

1

Mosquitoes, mosquitoes, mosquitoes !
The only safe place was in the tent !
Arrived 7/31/22 planning to stay 3 nights. We lasted 2 and bailed out !
Lovely spot at the foot of Mt Adams, nice campground, good tent sites, pit toilets well maintained, friendly and helpful camp hosts....but the mosquitoes, sheesh !
People who knew what they were doing were wearing mosquito nets on their heads and in some cases "all over body" mosquito nets.
I would say don't go there until very late in the summer and hopefully they've thinned out by then !
I was there on a day trip as part of a different camping trip last summer, towards the end of august and there were virtually no mosquitoes at all. But early August this year.... not good at all

Alice F

Verified

August 9, 2022 Stayed at: 017, Loop: AREA TAKHLAKH LAKE CAMPGROUND

2

Bathrooms and campground were clean. Hosts were great. However, there were so many bugs you couldn't talk outside without getting a mouthful. We kept waiting for the bugs to go away as the sun came out, but if anything, they got worse. We went home early.
We will try again next year as this is usually one of our favorite campgrounds.

Alice F

Verified

August 9, 2022 Stayed at: 017, Loop: AREA TAKHLAKH LAKE CAMPGROUND

2

Bathrooms and campground were clean. Hosts were great. However, there were so many bugs you couldn't talk outside without getting a mouthful. We kept waiting for the bugs to go away as the sun came out, but if anything, they got worse. We went home early.
We will try again next year as this is usually one of our favorite campgrounds.

Location Takhlakh Lake Campground

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

Highway access

The nearest major road is US Highway 12, located approximately 24 miles to the south of Takhlakh Lake Campground.

Latitude & Longitude: 46.2808 / -121.599

Elevation: 1350 feet

Policies & Rules

Arrival & departure

Check in time

2PM

Check out time

12PM

General

  • No potable water, bring your own drinking water
  • ATVs and OHVs are not allowed in the campground
  • 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.
  • Extra vehicle fee of $8.00/night of stay .
  • Firewood is available for sale at host site for $10.00/bundle.

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Last updated: June 4, 2026

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