Mt. Adams behind Takhlakh Lake
Takhlakh Lake Campsite
Takhlakh Lake Campsite loop
Takhlakh Lake picnic table
Takhlakh Lake Campground road

Featured amenities

Restrooms Restrooms

Available sites

36 total sites

About Takhlakh Lake Campground

Takhlakh Lake Campground sits at an elevation of 4.4 ft 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.

Seasonal information

2026 (Current year)

2026 Season availability

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Campground Amenities

Most popular amenities

Restrooms 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 / Launch
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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 RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 006, Loop: AREA TAKHLAKH LAKE CAMPGROUND RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 007, Loop: AREA TAKHLAKH LAKE CAMPGROUND RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 008, Loop: AREA TAKHLAKH LAKE CAMPGROUND RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 009, Loop: AREA TAKHLAKH LAKE CAMPGROUND RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 010, Loop: AREA TAKHLAKH LAKE CAMPGROUND RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 015, Loop: AREA TAKHLAKH LAKE CAMPGROUND RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 016, Loop: AREA TAKHLAKH LAKE CAMPGROUND RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 017, Loop: AREA TAKHLAKH LAKE CAMPGROUND RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 018, Loop: AREA TAKHLAKH LAKE CAMPGROUND RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 019, Loop: AREA TAKHLAKH LAKE CAMPGROUND RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 020, Loop: AREA TAKHLAKH LAKE CAMPGROUND RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 021, Loop: AREA TAKHLAKH LAKE CAMPGROUND RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 022, Loop: AREA TAKHLAKH LAKE CAMPGROUND RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 023, Loop: AREA TAKHLAKH LAKE CAMPGROUND RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 024, Loop: AREA TAKHLAKH LAKE CAMPGROUND RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 025, Loop: AREA TAKHLAKH LAKE CAMPGROUND RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 026, Loop: AREA TAKHLAKH LAKE CAMPGROUND RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 033, Loop: AREA TAKHLAKH LAKE CAMPGROUND RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 034, Loop: AREA TAKHLAKH LAKE CAMPGROUND RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 035, Loop: AREA TAKHLAKH LAKE CAMPGROUND RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 036, Loop: AREA TAKHLAKH LAKE CAMPGROUND RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 037, Loop: AREA TAKHLAKH LAKE CAMPGROUND RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 038, Loop: AREA TAKHLAKH LAKE CAMPGROUND RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 039, Loop: AREA TAKHLAKH LAKE CAMPGROUND RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 040, Loop: AREA TAKHLAKH LAKE CAMPGROUND RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 041, Loop: AREA TAKHLAKH LAKE CAMPGROUND RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 042, Loop: AREA TAKHLAKH LAKE CAMPGROUND RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 043, Loop: AREA TAKHLAKH LAKE CAMPGROUND RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 044, Loop: AREA TAKHLAKH LAKE CAMPGROUND RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
⛺ 045, Loop: AREA TAKHLAKH LAKE CAMPGROUND Tent
Gravel · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ 046, Loop: AREA TAKHLAKH LAKE CAMPGROUND Tent
Gravel · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ 047, Loop: AREA TAKHLAKH LAKE CAMPGROUND Tent
Gravel · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ 048, Loop: AREA TAKHLAKH LAKE CAMPGROUND Tent
Gravel · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ 049, Loop: AREA TAKHLAKH LAKE CAMPGROUND Tent
Gravel · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ 050, Loop: AREA TAKHLAKH LAKE CAMPGROUND Tent
Gravel · Pet Friendly · Campfire

Reviews (321)

What Guests Are Saying

Takhlakh Lake Campground offers stunning scenery, with beautiful views of Mount Adams and a serene lake, making it a lovely spot for camping and hiking. The campground is well-maintained, with clean facilities and friendly hosts. However, visitors should be cautious of wildlife, like rodents, and prepare for a rough drive in, as well as the requirement to pack out trash and bring their own water.

Review Summary

4.2
321 reviews
5
57.0%
183
4
22.1%
71
3
8.1%
26
2
8.1%
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1
4.7%
15

Gaylene W

Verified

August 9, 2020 • Stayed at: 034, Loop: AREA TAKHLAKH LAKE CAMPGROUND

5

Some drawbacks with massive mosquitoes on the lake trail and campers who were quarantined nearby. The lake is wonderful with stunning views of Mt. Adams. Very popular!!

Gaylene W

Verified

August 9, 2020 • Stayed at: 034, Loop: AREA TAKHLAKH LAKE CAMPGROUND

5

Some drawbacks with massive mosquitoes on the lake trail and campers who were quarantined nearby. The lake is wonderful with stunning views of Mt. Adams. Very popular!!

Michael F

Verified

August 11, 2020 • Stayed at: 008, Loop: AREA TAKHLAKH LAKE CAMPGROUND

2

One look over the lake at Mount Adams and it's obvious why this is a popular campground, it's beautiful here. Having said that if you're looking for a quiet, serene experience camping here, think again. Too many people making too much noise. I likened it to a small town, in the woods. After being woken up multiple times, the last time around 2am with someone nearby chopping wood and with no chance of a nap during the daytime, I left after one evening having gotten very little sleep. This was my second attempt to camp here, the first time was more enjoyable despite heavy rain and thunderstorms, at least it wasn't crowded. As a tent camper this will likely be my last trip to this campground especially during its peak season.

Michael F

Verified

August 11, 2020 • Stayed at: 008, Loop: AREA TAKHLAKH LAKE CAMPGROUND

2

One look over the lake at Mount Adams and it's obvious why this is a popular campground, it's beautiful here. Having said that if you're looking for a quiet, serene experience camping here, think again. Too many people making too much noise. I likened it to a small town, in the woods. After being woken up multiple times, the last time around 2am with someone nearby chopping wood and with no chance of a nap during the daytime, I left after one evening having gotten very little sleep. This was my second attempt to camp here, the first time was more enjoyable despite heavy rain and thunderstorms, at least it wasn't crowded. As a tent camper this will likely be my last trip to this campground especially during its peak season.

ROBERT B

Verified

August 19, 2020 • Stayed at: 023, Loop: AREA TAKHLAKH LAKE CAMPGROUND

5

Camped at #23 was a nice mostly shady spot. Lot's of room from the next camping site

ROBERT B

Verified

August 19, 2020 • Stayed at: 023, Loop: AREA TAKHLAKH LAKE CAMPGROUND

5

Camped at #23 was a nice mostly shady spot. Lot's of room from the next camping site

Jihan G

Verified

August 20, 2020 • Stayed at: 043, Loop: AREA TAKHLAKH LAKE CAMPGROUND

5

Spectacular view from the lake. Only bummer are all the mosquitos.

Jihan G

Verified

August 20, 2020 • Stayed at: 043, Loop: AREA TAKHLAKH LAKE CAMPGROUND

5

Spectacular view from the lake. Only bummer are all the mosquitos.

William L

Verified

August 27, 2020 • Stayed at: 042, Loop: AREA TAKHLAKH LAKE CAMPGROUND

4

Very nice campground with amazing views of Mt. Adams. The campground is also closed to some other hikes (but the road past the campground is pretty bad) which was convenient.

William L

Verified

August 27, 2020 • Stayed at: 042, Loop: AREA TAKHLAKH LAKE CAMPGROUND

4

Very nice campground with amazing views of Mt. Adams. The campground is also closed to some other hikes (but the road past the campground is pretty bad) which was convenient.

Location & Directions for Takhlakh Lake Campground

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

Elevation: 1,350 ft

Nearest town

Randle, WA - 33 mi

About over 1 hr (68 min) to downtown

Highway access

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

Nearby National Park

Mount Rainier National Park

Stevens Canyon Entrance

Approximate driving time: over 1 hr (69 min)

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: October 20, 2026

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