Hiking

There are almost 1,500 miles of trails on the forest open to hiking.

Backpacking

There are a variety of trails within the Gifford Pinchot National Forest that are great for backpacking. Many of these trails travel through designated Wilderness. 

Help us protect fish, wildlife, and your natural resources by practicing Leave No Trace techniques. Make sure to bring out all that you bring in, camp on durable surfaces, and make sure to follow local restrictions. Remember to be prepared for emergencies and weather changes. 

Some designated trailheads may require a day use fee. You will need to purchase a day or annual Recreation Pass and display it in your vehicle. 

Day Hikes

Practice Leave No Trace techniques. Remember to be prepared for emergencies and weather changes and don't forget the 10 Essentials.

Some designated trailheads may require a day use fee. You will need to purchase a day or annual Recreation Pass and display it in your vehicle. Most trailheads will have a kiosk where you can purchase a Day Pass at the trailhead. 

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Campground: North Fork

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This campground is located near the Cispus River and right on the banks of the North Fork of the Cispus River. The campground includes three group sites and the main campground. Two trails are…

Campground: North Fork Group Campsites

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Three separate group sites offer secluded camping with gated access within North Fork Campground.  The Bear Group Site has room for 8 cars or 6 RV’s and a maximum of 35 people. The Beaver Group…

Campground: Paradise Creek

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Paradise Creek Campground is a serene area that is heavily shaded by large old-growth evergreen trees and located on Paradise Creek.  An easy short trail winds through the campground. It is about 5…

Campground: Peterson Prairie

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Peterson Prairie Campground is an attractive campground with level, well shaded graveled sites.  This site is located near large huckleberry fields making the campground very popular during…

Campground: Peterson Prairie Group Camp

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Peterson Prairie Group Camp is located within Peterson Prairie Campground.  The Group Camp can accommodate large or small groups in a large informal space. It is popular during the fall huckleberry…

Campground: Soda Spring

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Soda Spring Campground is a small, rustic site located at the end of Forest Road 4510.052 in a stand of Douglas fir, western hemlock, and silver fir. There are 7 sites suitable for tent camping,…

Campground: Takhlakh Lake

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A very popular campground on the shores of Takhlakh Lake. The campground includes ten walk-in sites. The views across the lake of Mt. Adams are outstanding. The northern trails of the Mt. Adams…

Campground: Tillicum

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A higher elevation, wooded campground especially popular during huckleberry season as this site is located in a part of the forest with many huckleberry bushes. Tillicum Trail #21 leads out of the…

Campground: Tower Rock

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Tower Rock Campground is named for the impressive pillar that looms nearby and offers semi-private sites shaded by a mix of cedar, Douglas fir, and maple. It is near the south bank of the Cispus…

Campground: Walupt Lake

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A popular high elevation campground on the shores of Walupt Lake and surrounded by the Goat Rocks Wilderness. The campground offers various sizes of camping units as well as 7 walk-in sites.Walupt…