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Gifford Pinchot National Forest
 

 

Located in southwest Washington, the Gifford Pinchot National Forest encompasses 1,368,300 acres of forests, mountains, river valleys, waterfalls, wildernesses, and volcanoes.  Geographically the forest is divided into the Cowlitz Valley Ranger District, the Mount Adams Ranger District, and the Mount St. Helens National Volcanic Monument.  Learn more about the forest. 

 

Go Camping! Link to camping information on the forest. Got a Map? Link to available maps for the forest.
Learn about Climbing Opportunities Current conditions on forest
Go Hiking! Link to hiking opportunities on the forest. Need a Recreation Pass? Link to information on various passes available for standard amenity fee sites.
Firewood Permits Click for info on Christmas tree cutting

Trip Planning

Alerts & Warnings

View All Forest Alerts   

Forest Links
Click for NW Recreation App info

Download Our Official Recreation App!

 


https://www.fs.usda.gov/giffordpinchot/