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Campground: Iron Creek
This large campground (98 sites) is on a flat along the Cispus River and is located in an old growth stand of Douglas fir, Hemlock, and Cedar. Lush vegetation and ample space between sites makes them quite private. This is a great place to camp while exploring the more remote side of Mount St. Helens. Iron Creek Campground Loop encircles the campground and is perfect for a stroll through the big trees and offers great views of the Cispus River.
View an Iron Creek Campground Loop Trail map (.pdf)
View an Iron Creek Campground map (.pdf)
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At a Glance
| Current Conditions: | (10/15/2024): Concessionaire services have ended for the season. Public users are welcome to utilize the recreation site during the off season, but need to practice Leave No Trace principles, and are expected to PACK-OUT all trash at the end of their visit. Vehicles found blocking the gate are subject to fines / towing at owners expense. |
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| Reservations: | Make reservations at Recreation.gov, or by calling 1-877-444-6777, up to 6 months in advance. *Some first come first serve sites are available. |
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| Open Season: | 05/17/2024 - 09/22/2024 |
| Usage: | Light-Medium |
| Restrictions: | Maximum vehicle length is 24-40 feet. Due to a fire in 2023 Loop A will remain closed in 2024. |
| Closest Towns: | Randle, WA; Packwood WA You can only reach this campground on Forest Road 25 from Randle, Washington. You cannot reach this campground by traveling from Cougar Washington heading north. Gifford Pinchot National Forest - Alerts & Closures (usda.gov) |
| Water: | Potable Water |
| Restroom: | Vault Toilet |
| Passes: | 50% discount for single site camping fee with any of these passes: Interagency Senior, Interagency Access, Golden Age, or Golden Access. |
| Operated By: | https://www.goexplorus.com/ |
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General Information
Directions:From Randle, Washington travel south on State Highway 131 (Forest Roads 23 and 25). Veer right in 1 mile at the Y of Forest Road 23 and Forest Road 25. Continue to follow Forest Road 25 for 7.8 eight miles and arrive at the campground on your left.
Accessibility:
This is one of the first recreation areas encountered when entering the forest heading south just off of Forest Road 25 from Randle, WA. This site, including the campground and picnic area, offer flat, accessible parking and paths.
Activities
Campground Camping
Recreation areas with activity Campground Camping:| No. of Sites | 80 single site(s), 18 double site(s) |
| Reservation Info | This site can be reserved by calling Toll Free 1-877-444-6777 (International 518-885-3639 or TDD 877-833-6777) or on-line at http://www.recreation.gov |
| No. of Accessible sites | 3 of 98 |
RV Camping
Recreation areas with activity RV Camping:There are paved, level spurs and easy RV parking.
| No. of Sites | 98 |
| Reservation Info | This site can be reserved by calling Toll Free 1-877-444-6777 (International 518-885-3639 or TDD 877-833-6777) or on-line at http://www.recreation.gov |
| Pavement Type for Parking | Asphalt |
| Hookup - Water | No |
| Size Restrictions | 40' |
| Hookup - Sewer | No |
| Dump Stations | No |
| Hookups - Electric | No |
| Corrals | 42' |
River and Stream Fishing
Recreation areas with activity River and Stream Fishing:Fishing in Cispus River. See Washington State fishing regulations.
| Fish Species | Rainbow trout, Cutthroat trout, whitefish |