Lower Falls Campground

Mount Adams Ranger District, Trout Lake, Washington, United States
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About Lower Falls Campground

Lower Falls Campground is located in the Gifford Pinchot National Forest. Visitors enjoy several waterfalls in the area and access to the Lewis River Trail. The campground is open from mid-May through October.

Available sites

41 total sites
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Activities & Attractions

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Fishing

Fishing

Year-round
Hiking

Hiking

Year-round

Seasonal information

2026 (Current year)

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Rates, Sites & Availability

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41 Sites Available

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🚐 01, Loop: Road RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 02, Loop: Road RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 03, Loop: Lower Loop RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 04, Loop: Lower Loop RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 05, Loop: Lower Loop RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 06, Loop: Lower Loop RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 07, Loop: Lower Loop RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 08 Double, Loop: Lower Loop RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 09, Loop: Lower Loop RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 10, Loop: Lower Loop RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 11, Loop: Lower Loop RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 12, Loop: Lower Loop RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 13, Loop: Lower Loop RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 14, Loop: Lower Loop RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 15, Loop: Lower Loop RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 16, Loop: Lower Loop RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 17, Loop: Lower Loop RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 18, Loop: Lower Loop RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 19, Loop: Lower Loop RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 20, Loop: Lower Loop RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 21 Double, Loop: Upper Loop RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Pull-through
🚐 22, Loop: Upper Loop RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 23, Loop: Upper Loop RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Pull-through
🚐 24, Loop: Upper Loop RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 25, Loop: Upper Loop RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 26, Loop: Upper Loop RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 27, Loop: Upper Loop RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 28 Double, Loop: Upper Loop RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Parallel
🚐 29, Loop: Upper Loop RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 30, Loop: Upper Loop RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 31, Loop: Upper Loop RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 32, Loop: Upper Loop RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 33, Loop: Upper Loop RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 34, Loop: Upper Loop RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 35, Loop: Upper Loop RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 36, Loop: Upper Loop RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 37, Loop: Upper Loop RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 38, Loop: Upper Loop RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 39, Loop: Upper Loop RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 41, Loop: Upper Loop RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 43, Loop: Upper Loop RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In

Reviews

681 reviews

Summary

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Lower Falls Campground is praised for its beautiful, spacious sites that provide ample shade and privacy, and excellent access to stunning waterfalls and hiking trails. Camp hosts are consistently highlighted as friendly and helpful, enhancing the overall experience. While some visitors noted issues with road conditions and limited water access, the tranquil atmosphere and cleanliness of the campground make it a highly recommended destination for nature lovers.

Based on guest feedback

4.4

Overall rating

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3 stars 8.5% (58)
2 stars 2.9% (20)
1 star 1.2% (8)

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Audrey D

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January 10, 2020 Stayed at: 13, Loop: Lower Loop

The bathrooms had a very strong ammonia smell, I don't know that they'd been cleaned. One of the water pumps was not functional.

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Chris G

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January 10, 2020 Stayed at: 28 Double, Loop: Upper Loop

This place is stunning. One of the most beautiful campgrounds in the PNW. However, the falls from which people jump seems to attract people who don't seem to care much about preserving the beauty. Lots of beer cans and bottles are dropped along the path from the campground to the river. It's sad to see such a lovely place to get trashed. Make sure you bring some kind of shoes you can wear in the water. Walking in the river can be very hard on your feet. The restrooms are a nightmare.

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Audrey D

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January 10, 2020 Stayed at: 13, Loop: Lower Loop

The bathrooms had a very strong ammonia smell, I don't know that they'd been cleaned. One of the water pumps was not functional.

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Stefanie R

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January 9, 2020 Stayed at: 13, Loop: Lower Loop

While this location and the falls were gorgeous, the toilets were the worst smelling pit toilets I have ever experienced. Our site (13) was across from one set of toilets and we ended up leaving early because of the stench. DO NOT choose a site near toilets!

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Sabrina B

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January 9, 2020 Stayed at: 10, Loop: Lower Loop

A great cap site, well maintained. The water pump was broken, but there was another one not too far away. Close to the falls and river. Definitely recommend.

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Stefanie R

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January 9, 2020 Stayed at: 13, Loop: Lower Loop

While this location and the falls were gorgeous, the toilets were the worst smelling pit toilets I have ever experienced. Our site (13) was across from one set of toilets and we ended up leaving early because of the stench. DO NOT choose a site near toilets!

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Sabrina B

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January 9, 2020 Stayed at: 10, Loop: Lower Loop

A great cap site, well maintained. The water pump was broken, but there was another one not too far away. Close to the falls and river. Definitely recommend.

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Jennifer L

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December 19, 2019 Stayed at: 06, Loop: Lower Loop

Wonderful campground. Pit toilets.... That's the only bad thing.

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Diane S

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December 19, 2019 Stayed at: 18, Loop: Lower Loop

Campground was clean and very nice. Water spouts should work in both lower and upper campgrounds for convenience.

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Joe P

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December 19, 2019 Stayed at: 12, Loop: Lower Loop

Beautiful location. Wonderful campsites and trail system. River was overrun each mid-day by day trippers who shamefully left behind piles of garbage and litter.

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Location & Directions for Lower Falls Campground

Mount Adams Ranger District, Trout Lake, WA 98650 United States

Elevation: 473 ft

Getting There

From Portland or Seattle take I-5 to exit 21 for WA-503 E toward Woodland/Cougar. WA-503 will turn into FR 90, turn right at the Pine Creek Visitor Center. Lower Falls Campground will be on your right hand side after you pass mile marker 28 on FR 90.

Nearest town

Trout Lake, WA - 34 mi

About over 1 hr (78 min) to downtown

Highway access

Lower Falls Campground is accessible via I-5, taking exit 21 for WA-503 E. WA-503 transitions to FR 90 near the Pine Creek Visitor Center, leading directly to the campground.

Near Mount Rainier National Park

The closest entrance is: Nisqually Entrance

Approximate drive: 49.3 mi · over 1 hr (85 min)

Policies & Rules

Arrival & departure

Check out time

1PM

  • Bring your reservation confirmation to the campground.
  • The campground opens in mid-May.

Cancellation policy

  • Reservation fees are non-refundable. For campsites, cabins, lookouts, yurts, group sites, and similar stays, we charge a reservation service fee of $8.
  • Standard cancellations usually have a $10 cancellation fee. Customers can generally cancel before the check-in date online.
  • Late cancellation rules differ by stay type.
    • Individual campsites: cancelling after 12:00am local time the day before arrival usually means a $10 cancellation fee plus forfeiting the first night's fee.
    • Cabins, lookouts, and yurts: cancelling less than 14 days before arrival usually means a $10 cancellation fee plus forfeiting the first night's fee.
    • One-night reservations: a late cancellation usually forfeits the full amount paid, up to the total original reservation cost.
  • Modifications are allowed before the cut-off window, but fees depend on the change. Changing to dates completely outside the original reservation dates may trigger a $10 change fee. Extending or shortening a stay that still includes original dates usually has no change fee, though refunds may depend on timing and facility rules. Switching to the same type of campsite for the same dates usually has no change fee, but price differences are charged or refunded.
  • Early departures may or may not be refunded. At certain facilities, partial refunds may be possible if staff can mark the site available for other visitors. No refund is given for a night if the early departure is requested after that day's check-out time.
  • Security deposits are separate. Security deposits may be refunded to the original payment method if the facility is left in acceptable condition, as determined by the property.

Vehicles & parking

  • The road to the campground is rough; high clearance or 4WD vehicles are recommended.

Utilities

  • No hookups are available at the campground.
  • Electricity is not available, and cell phone reception is poor.

Fees & deposits

  • The camping fee covers one vehicle and one towed vehicle; additional vehicles incur an $8.00/night fee.

Cancellation policy

  • Failure to arrive by the next day incurs a $20 fee and forfeits the first night's fee.

Fires & fuel

  • To protect forests, do not move firewood; obtain it near the campground.

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