Forest Service
Panther Creek campground
Forest Service campground in Gifford Pinchot National Forest, Western Washington with 33 sites, Reservations may be available.
Campground Details
- Season
- Reservations may be available
- Rate
- $25-45/night
- Sites
- 33
- Accessible sites
- 1
- Max RV length
- 40 ft
- Phone
- Not listed
- County
- Western Washington
- Parent area
- Gifford Pinchot National Forest
Overview
The Campground sits along Panther Creek at the intersection of the Pacific Crest Trail. Driving on FR65, 4.7 miles upstream from the campground, visitors can enjoy an easy hike to Panther Falls. Campers can enjoy the privacy provided by a variety of shade-loving plants and a thick forest of cedars, ash, firs and alder. Located in southwest Washington State, the Gifford Pinchot National Forest encompasses 1.3 million acres and includes the 110,000-acre Mount St. Helens National Volcanic Monument established by Congress in 1982. Panther Creek Campground is located in the Mt. Adams Ranger District. Elevations here range between 1,200 feet at the Wind River Work Center, 12 miles north of Carson, WA and 12,276 feet at the summit of Mt. Adams. The Mount Adams Ranger District offers a diverse array of habitats and natural features, from old growth to second growth forest, wetland areas, low and high elevation meadows, glaciers, and low and high elevation lakes. Panther Creek Campground makes a great base to explore Mount Adams and the Columbia River Gorge. The town of Carson is nearby, which is known for its hot springs. It also has a golf course, restaurants and shopping.Hikers have...
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Location Notes
- Address
- Gifford Pinchot NF Mt Adams Ranger District, CARSON, WA
- Directions
- From Carson, WA: Travel 6 miles north to Old State Highway, (follow signs) turn right and then take your first left on Panther Creek Road. Proceed on Panther Creek Road for 4 miles to the campground.
Source Notices
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Check in: 2 pm, Check out: 12 pm (noon)
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No ATVs or OHVs in the campground
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Horses prohibited except in designated horse camp
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Click here for more information about Gifford Pinchot National Forest
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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.
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Extra vehicle fee of $8.00/night stay.