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Sunset Falls Campground in Washington
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Sunset Falls Campground

Gifford Pinchot National Forest, Washington

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As of October 2026, Sunset Falls Campground is a campground in Washington with 12 campsites. Sunset Falls Campground is booked through Recreation.gov.

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  • Sunset Falls Campground is located at 45.8186° N, 122.2500° W.
people allowed on each site
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Sunset Falls Campground reservations and next available dates

October 2026

open, tap to book on Recreation.govsold outin your alert

Stay and booking rules

  • Taxes apply

Published by Recreation.gov for Sunset Falls Campground, read on September 30, 2026.

Campsites at Sunset Falls Campground

  • Tent 7
  • Standard 5

What an RV fits

  • 25 ft1 site
  • 26 ft2 sites
  • 32 ft1 site
  • 40 ft1 site

Amenities

  • restrooms
  • potable water

At a glance: Setting: Forest · Access: Paved road.

Things to do: boating, hiking, photography, stargazing.

All sites at Sunset Falls Campground, as listed by Recreation.gov

SiteLoopTypeSleepsMax RV
11 Tent OnlyEast LoopTent6-
12 Tent OnlyEast LoopTent6-
13 Tent OnlyEast LoopTent6-
14 Tent OnlyEast LoopTent6-
15 Tent OnlyEast LoopTent6-
16 Tent OnlyEast LoopTent6-
18 Tent OnlyEast LoopTent6-
05West LoopStandard625 ft
06West LoopStandard640 ft
07West LoopStandard632 ft
08West LoopStandard626 ft
09West LoopStandard626 ft

About Sunset Falls Campground

Overview

Sunset Campground is located in the Gifford Pinchot National Forest. Visitors enjoy scenic views of the river and a waterfall within the campground. The campground is open all year.

Recreation

There are several hiking trails nearby, including the Silver Star trail which offers excellent views of Portland, Oregon. The area is also popular with kayakers that visit the East Fork Lewis River.

Facilities

Sunset Campground offers 18 standard sites that accommodate tents and RVs (22 feet), but no hookups are available. Picnic tables and campfire rings with grills are provided, as are 3 vault toilets and trash receptacles.

Natural Features

The campground is just off the East Fork Lewis River at an elevation of 1,000 feet. The campground road and trail path to the falls are paved and shaded by large evergreen trees.

Contact Info

This location is staffed. Please call (360) 729-0018 to speak with local staff.

Nearby Attractions

The campground is located in between Mount St. Helens and Mount Adams, and only about an hour north of Portland, Oregon.

Charges & Cancellations

Cancellations

Individual Campsites: Cancellations up to 2 days before a reservation start date incur a $10.00 cancellation fee.

A visitor who cancels a reservation the day before or on the day of arrival will pay a $10.00 service fee AND forfeit the first night's use fee including tax and applicable add-on for a campsite.

Cancellations for a one-night reservation will forfeit the entire amount paid and will not be subject to an additional service fee.

No-Shows

A no-show visitor is one who does not arrive at a campground and does not cancel the reservation by check-out time on the day after the scheduled arrival date. Staff will hold a campsite until check-out time on the day following the arrival date.

No-shows are assessed $20.00 service fee and forfeit the first night's rate, taxes and applicable add-on for a campsite.

Refunds

Visitors may submit a refund request through their Recreation.gov profile within 7 days of the end date of their reservation. Refunds will not be issued after the 7 days has ended.

Refunds for debit or credit card payments will be issued as a credit to the original bank or credit card used to pay.

For check or cash purchases, Recreation.gov will mail a Treasury check for refunds of cash, check, or money order payments to the address associated with the reservation. Treasury check refunds may take up to 6-8 weeks to arrive.

In the event of an emergency closure, the Recreation.gov team or facility manager will refund all fees and will attempt to notify you using the contact information within the Recreation.gov visitor profile.

Rules and notices at Sunset Falls Campground

Recreation.gov does not date these notices. We last read them on September 30, 2026. Check Sunset Falls Campground on Recreation.gov

Notices from Recreation.gov

Sites not reserved are available on a first-come, first-served basis on-site.

There is no electricity or hookups.

There is no water available at this facility; please bring your own drinking water.

The camping fee includes entry for one vehicle and one legally towed vehicle, any extra vehicles will be subject to an extra vehicle fee of $8.00/night of stay at the campground.

Click here for more information about Gifford Pinchot National Forest.

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.

Firewood is available for sale at host site for $10.00/bundle.

Sunset Falls Campground FAQ

How hard is it to get a campsite at Sunset Falls Campground?

Sunset Falls Campground is rated "Hard to Book" based on historical demand. This campground is popular and often books out weeks in advance. Your best strategy is to monitor cancellations.

How do I find last-minute availability at Sunset Falls Campground?

Cancellations happen frequently at Sunset Falls Campground, especially 1-2 weeks before check-in dates. PermitSnag monitors availability 24/7 and sends instant alerts when sites open up due to cancellations. This is often the best way to snag popular campsites.

How many campsites does Sunset Falls Campground have?

Sunset Falls Campground has 12 campsites.

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