Iron Creek Campground
Gifford Pinchot National Forest, Washington
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As of October 2026, Iron Creek Campground is a campground in Gifford Pinchot National Forest, Washington with 73 campsites. Iron Creek Campground is booked through Recreation.gov.
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- Iron Creek Campground is located at 46.4297° N, 121.9869° W.
- people allowed on 62 of 73 sites
- 8
- people allowed on each of the 11 largest sites
- 12
Iron Creek Campground reservations and next available dates
October 2026
Stay and booking rules
- Taxes apply
Published by Recreation.gov for Iron Creek Campground, read on September 29, 2026.
Campsites at Iron Creek Campground
- Standard 73
What an RV fits
- 20 ft10 sites
- 30 ft22 sites
- 35 ft22 sites
- 40 ft19 sites
Amenities
- potable water
At a glance: Setting: Forest · Access: Paved road.
Things to do: fishing, hiking, wildlife, photography, stargazing.
All sites at Iron Creek Campground, as listed by Recreation.gov
| Site | Loop | Type | Sleeps | Max RV |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 001 | A | Standard | 8 | 35 ft |
| 003 Multi | A | Standard | 12 | 40 ft |
| 010 | A | Standard | 8 | 30 ft |
| 011 | A | Standard | 8 | 35 ft |
| 012 | A | Standard | 8 | 40 ft |
| 013 | A | Standard | 8 | 40 ft |
| 014 | A | Standard | 8 | 35 ft |
| 015 Multi | A | Standard | 12 | 35 ft |
| 016 | A | Standard | 8 | 35 ft |
| 017 | A | Standard | 8 | 20 ft |
| 018 Multi | A | Standard | 12 | 40 ft |
| 019 | A | Standard | 8 | 30 ft |
| 020 | A | Standard | 8 | 30 ft |
| 021 | A | Standard | 8 | 35 ft |
| 022 | A | Standard | 8 | 35 ft |
| 023 | A | Standard | 8 | 30 ft |
| 024 | B | Standard | 8 | 30 ft |
| 025 Multi | B | Standard | 12 | 30 ft |
| 026 | B | Standard | 8 | 30 ft |
| 027 | B | Standard | 8 | 20 ft |
| 028 | B | Standard | 8 | 35 ft |
| 029 | B | Standard | 8 | 35 ft |
| 030 | B | Standard | 8 | 35 ft |
| 031 | B | Standard | 8 | 30 ft |
| 032 | B | Standard | 8 | 30 ft |
| 033 | B | Standard | 8 | 30 ft |
| 034 Multi | B | Standard | 12 | 35 ft |
| 035 Multi | B | Standard | 12 | 40 ft |
| 036 | B | Standard | 8 | 35 ft |
| 037 | B | Standard | 8 | 30 ft |
| 038 | B | Standard | 8 | 40 ft |
| 039 | B | Standard | 8 | 40 ft |
| 040 | B | Standard | 8 | 40 ft |
| 041 | B | Standard | 8 | 30 ft |
| 042 | B | Standard | 8 | 30 ft |
| 043 | B | Standard | 8 | 30 ft |
| 044 | B | Standard | 8 | 30 ft |
| Site | Loop | Type | Sleeps | Max RV |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 045 Multi | B | Standard | 12 | 30 ft |
| 046 | B | Standard | 8 | 30 ft |
| 047 | B | Standard | 8 | 20 ft |
| 048 | B | Standard | 8 | 20 ft |
| 049 | B | Standard | 8 | 40 ft |
| 050 Multi | B | Standard | 12 | 40 ft |
| 051 | B | Standard | 8 | 40 ft |
| 052 | B | Standard | 8 | 40 ft |
| 053 | B | Standard | 8 | 40 ft |
| 054 Multi | B | Standard | 12 | 40 ft |
| 055 | C | Standard | 8 | 40 ft |
| 056 | C | Standard | 8 | 40 ft |
| 057 | C | Standard | 8 | 35 ft |
| 058 | C | Standard | 8 | 35 ft |
| 059 | C | Standard | 8 | 40 ft |
| 060 | C | Standard | 8 | 35 ft |
| 064 | C | Standard | 8 | 40 ft |
| 065 | C | Standard | 8 | 40 ft |
| 066 | C | Standard | 8 | 35 ft |
| 071 | C | Standard | 8 | 30 ft |
| 072 | D | Standard | 8 | 20 ft |
| 075 | D | Standard | 8 | 30 ft |
| 076 | D | Standard | 8 | 20 ft |
| 077 | D | Standard | 8 | 30 ft |
| 078 | D | Standard | 8 | 20 ft |
| 079 | D | Standard | 8 | 20 ft |
| 080 | D | Standard | 8 | 35 ft |
| 081 | D | Standard | 8 | 35 ft |
| 082 | D | Standard | 8 | 35 ft |
| 083 Multi | D | Standard | 12 | 35 ft |
| 084 | D | Standard | 8 | 35 ft |
| 087 | D | Standard | 8 | 35 ft |
| 090 | D | Standard | 8 | 30 ft |
| 093 Multi | D | Standard | 12 | 20 ft |
| 094 | D | Standard | 8 | 30 ft |
| 095 | D | Standard | 8 | 20 ft |
About Iron Creek Campground
Overview
Iron Creek Campground sits near the confluence of Iron Creek and the Cispus River. This large campground winds through a forest of old-growth Douglas firs, cedars and hemlock. Lush vegetation and ample space between sites offers excellent privacy.
Recreation
Iron Creek provides great fishing for cutthroat trout, whitefish and rainbow trout.
Visitors can stroll along the .3-mile Iron Creek Old Growth Trail and weave through the forest and along the Cispus River, or continue on a longer walk down the Iron Creek Campground Trail. This trail is barrier-free and designed to accommodate any age or skill level, with benches and plenty of places to stop along the way.
Facilities
There are 99 single and double family sites that are back-in and paved. Level spurs provide easy RV parking. Picnic tables, campfire rings and drinking water are provided.
Natural Features
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.
Iron Creek is part of the Cowlitz Valley Ranger District, which is located in the northernmost portion of the Gifford Pinchot National Forest. This District is roughly located among three volcanic peaks: Mt. Rainier to the north, Mt. Adams to the east, and Mount St. Helens to the west.
Contact Info
This location has limited staffing. Please call (360) 686-3008 for general information.
Nearby Attractions
The Woods Creek Watchable Wildlife Interpretive Site is just up Forest Road 25 toward the town of Randle. Forest Road 25 is a popular scenic drive and provides excellent views of Mount St. Helens.
The Windy Ridge Viewpoint at Mount St. Helens is approximately 20 miles away.
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 Iron Creek Campground
Recreation.gov does not date these notices. We last read them on September 29, 2026. Check Iron Creek Campground on Recreation.gov
Notices from Recreation.gov
IRON CREEK CG CLOSED FOR THE 2026 SEASON. Due to a powerful windstorm that recently plowed through Iron Creek Campground, the USFS has requested that this campground be closed for the 2026 season. Many trees are down throughout the campground and it will take some time before cleanup will be completed.
Check in: 2 pm, Check out: 12 pm (noon)
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 ale at host site for $10.00/bundle.
$8.00 fee is charged per night of stay for extra vehicles.
Iron Creek Campground FAQ
How hard is it to get a campsite at Iron Creek Campground?
Iron Creek Campground is rated "Moderate to Book" based on historical demand. With 73 sites available, you have good chances of finding availability, especially on weekdays.
How do I find last-minute availability at Iron Creek Campground?
Cancellations happen frequently at Iron Creek 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 Iron Creek Campground have?
Iron Creek Campground has 73 campsites.
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