Takhlakh Lake Campground

It was fun and a nice rural getaway butttt I paid $10 on top of $40 for booking to change the date of my reservation and someone was in my spot when I got there… at first I thought someone took my spot but my name was not on the campsite but instead said the person was paid through the next day. I was able to find the last site that wasn’t reserved yet and told the person there wahr happened but I would love a refund for at least my $10 change fee since I paid $50 to not have my spot when I could’ve pulled up and paid $22 for the spot I found.

It was fun and a nice rural getaway butttt I paid $10 on top of $40 for booking to change the date of my reservation and someone was in my spot when I got there… at first I thought someone took my spot but my name was not on the campsite but instead said the person was paid through the next day. I was able to find the last site that wasn’t reserved yet and told the person there wahr happened but I would love a refund for at least my $10 change fee since I paid $50 to not have my spot when I could’ve pulled up and paid $22 for the spot I found.

Beautiful, quiet little campground. The lake is peaceful and really pretty, and you can’t beat the view of Mt. Adams!

Beautiful, quiet little campground. The lake is peaceful and really pretty, and you can’t beat the view of Mt. Adams!

Beautiful campground with well-maintained vault bathrooms. Camp hosts were great: helpful and cheerful. Site 5 is a small site but private with a trail to the lake (sites 3,4 & 6 also offer privacy). Campsites around the loop are bigger and some have views of the lake but no privacy.

Between a full campground and the day-use area, it was a busy place with many families (despite or because of the heatwave). It's great to see families camping but children were screaming while playing in the water from 9 am to dark. Non-stop! Several campers kept their dogs tied up at their sites while they were at the lake and so barking and whimpering was another less enjoyable part of the camping experience. Flies and mosquitoes were annoying so be prepared. Get up early to watch the sun rise over a still lake. Gather with others to watch the sunset, casting a pinkish light on Adams. Watch an osprey dive for a fish released by a fisher. Watch the paddle boarders and kayakers glide around the lake. Hike the trails early before the flies wake up. I plan to return next year but will reserve after Labor Day when the noisemakers are back in school!

Beautiful campground with well-maintained vault bathrooms. Camp hosts were great: helpful and cheerful. Site 5 is a small site but private with a trail to the lake (sites 3,4 & 6 also offer privacy). Campsites around the loop are bigger and some have views of the lake but no privacy.

Between a full campground and the day-use area, it was a busy place with many families (despite or because of the heatwave). It's great to see families camping but children were screaming while playing in the water from 9 am to dark. Non-stop! Several campers kept their dogs tied up at their sites while they were at the lake and so barking and whimpering was another less enjoyable part of the camping experience. Flies and mosquitoes were annoying so be prepared. Get up early to watch the sun rise over a still lake. Gather with others to watch the sunset, casting a pinkish light on Adams. Watch an osprey dive for a fish released by a fisher. Watch the paddle boarders and kayakers glide around the lake. Hike the trails early before the flies wake up. I plan to return next year but will reserve after Labor Day when the noisemakers are back in school!

The road to the campsite comprises both paved and gravel sections. There were a few massive potholes; fortunately, these have been highlighted and circled with spray paint. I would recommend driving with a high-clearance vehicle, although I've seen many sedans making it to campsite.

Be prepared for mosquitoes, bugs, and tree sap at this campsite location. Additionally, as a reminder, this location doesn't have running water, but the toilets are well-maintained and stocked with toilet paper.

Although this campsite doesn't provide a direct view of Mount Adams, it's just a 5-minute walk to the boat launching area. We were fortunate to witness numerous stars and a meteor shower at night, with Mount Adams as the backdrop near the boat launching area.

The road to the campsite comprises both paved and gravel sections. There were a few massive potholes; fortunately, these have been highlighted and circled with spray paint. I would recommend driving with a high-clearance vehicle, although I've seen many sedans making it to campsite.

Be prepared for mosquitoes, bugs, and tree sap at this campsite location. Additionally, as a reminder, this location doesn't have running water, but the toilets are well-maintained and stocked with toilet paper.

Although this campsite doesn't provide a direct view of Mount Adams, it's just a 5-minute walk to the boat launching area. We were fortunate to witness numerous stars and a meteor shower at night, with Mount Adams as the backdrop near the boat launching area.

Very nice campsites. Campground hosts were very nice and attentive. About 33 mi from Randle and the last 8 mi is gravel in varying conditions (potholes, washboard etc). Pick up water for about $5 at Tower Rock U-Fish RV Resort. Dump for $5 at Alder Lake Campground. Cell service (very sketchy 1 bar) can be found by taking forest road NF-23 towards Trout Lake. At the T-junction with NF-90 you can try various locations and should get service. This location is approximately 6 mi from the campground.

Very nice campsites. Campground hosts were very nice and attentive. About 33 mi from Randle and the last 8 mi is gravel in varying conditions (potholes, washboard etc). Pick up water for about $5 at Tower Rock U-Fish RV Resort. Dump for $5 at Alder Lake Campground. Cell service (very sketchy 1 bar) can be found by taking forest road NF-23 towards Trout Lake. At the T-junction with NF-90 you can try various locations and should get service. This location is approximately 6 mi from the campground.