Campground

Moss Creek Campground

Gifford Pinchot National Forest
Near Bingen, Washington

Facilities

This small campground has 16 sites that are ideal for tents but useable by smaller RVs and trailers.



Drinking water and vault toilets are available. Picnic tables and fire rings are provided, and firewood can be purchased on-site.

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.

Moss Creek is located in the Mount Adams Ranger District in the easternmost portion of the Gifford Pinchot National Forest. Mount Adams is a prominent landmark on the District, where elevations range between 1,200 and 12,276 feet.

The District features a great diversity of habitats, from old growth to second growth forest, wetland areas, low and high elevation meadows, glaciers and low and high elevation lakes.

Recreation

The Little White Salmon River offers rainbow and brook trout for anglers. Visitors can enjoy wading in the cool waters.

Activities

  • Fishing
  • Camping

Amenities

  • Vault Toilets
  • Fire Pit
  • Picnic Table
  • Grills/Fire Ring
  • Accessible Pit Toilets

Nearby Attractions

Moss Creek Campground is an excellent base for exploring the various sights around Mount Adams and the Columbia River Gorge.

Getting Here

Latitude
45° 47' 52.0001" N
Longitude
121° 38' 21.0001" W

From I-5 at Vancouver, WA, turn east on Highway 14 for 56 miles to Cook. Turn north on Cook-Underwood Rd, drive 5 miles then turn left onto Willard Road, drive 2+ miles continue onto Oklahoma Rd, drive under 1 mile Campground is on your right. 

Need to Know

  • 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 sale at the host site for $10.00/bundle.

  • Extra vehicle fee of $8.00/night of your stay.

  • Contact Information

    Gifford Pinchot NF Mt Adams Ranger District
    CARSON, WA 98610

    This location has limited staffing. Please call (509) 538-2060 for general information.

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