Lower Falls Campground

Gifford Pinchot National Forest

Lower Falls Campground is located in the Gifford Pinchot National Forest. Visitors enjoy several waterfalls in the area and access to the Lewis River Trail. The campground is open from May through October.

Lower Falls Campground offers 43 standard sites that accommodate both tents and RVs (36 feet), but no hookups are available. Picnic tables and campfire rings with grills are provided, as are composting toilets and drinking water.

Need to Know

• Please bring reservation confirmation with you.
• If campground is not reserved, it may be available on a first-come, first-serve basis.
• There is no electricity at the campground and cell phone reception is poor.
• There are no hookups.

• Due to limited parking in area, there is a maximum of 2 vehicles on site. 

• If a customer does not arrive at the campground or group facility by check-out time (1 p.m.) the day after their scheduled arrival, he or she will be assessed a $20.00 service fee and forfeit the first night use fee and will release the campsite for others to use.
• For more information call the Mt. Adams Ranger District at 509-395-3400.
• 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.

Natural Features

The campground is just off the Lewis River at an elevation of 1,300 feet. The campground road is paved and shaded by large evergreen trees. There are trails down to the Lewis River and falls area.

Nearby Attractions

There are falls viewing opportunities at Lower Lewis River Falls, Curly Creek Falls, Big Creek Falls, and Middle Falls, all within 15 minutes of the campground.

Hiking trails within 10 miles include trail #31 Lewis River, Trail #5 Quartz Creek, and trail #80 Wright Meadows.

Recreation

Near the campground are several trailheads that provide visitors with a variety of recreational opportunities. There are hiking trails, mountain bike trails, horse trails, and motorcycle trails within 10 miles of the campground.

The Lewis River contains rainbow, cutthroat, and bull trout as well as whitefish. The area is catch and release only.

Contact Information

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MOUNT ADAMS RANGER DISTRICT 2455 HIGHWAY 141 Trout Lake WA 98650

Phone Number

For campground inquiries, please call: 509-395-3400

Rental Options

Learn more about gear rental options for your trip

Driving Directions

From Portland or Seattle take I-5 to exit 21 for WA-503 E toward Woodland/Cougar. WA-503 will turn into FR 90, turn right at the Pine Creek Visitor Center. Lower Falls Campground will be on your right hand side after you pass mile marker 28 on FR 90.

Available Campsites

• Site 43, Loop Upper Loop, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 19, Loop Lower Loop, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 14, Loop Lower Loop, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 28 Double , Loop Upper Loop, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 27, Loop Upper Loop, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 37, Loop Upper Loop, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 15, Loop Lower Loop, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 30, Loop Upper Loop, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 31, Loop Upper Loop, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 10, Loop Lower Loop, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 11, Loop Lower Loop, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 07, Loop Lower Loop, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 12, Loop Lower Loop, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 38, Loop Upper Loop, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 03, Loop Lower Loop, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 08 Double, Loop Lower Loop, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 09, Loop Lower Loop, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 32, Loop Upper Loop, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 16, Loop Lower Loop, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 33, Loop Upper Loop, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 13, Loop Lower Loop, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 39, Loop Upper Loop, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 26, Loop Upper Loop, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 29, Loop Upper Loop, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 36, Loop Upper Loop, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 18, Loop Lower Loop, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 23, Loop Upper Loop, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 01, Loop Road, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 05, Loop Lower Loop, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 35, Loop Upper Loop, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 25, Loop Upper Loop, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 24, Loop Upper Loop, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 06, Loop Lower Loop, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 22, Loop Upper Loop, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 04, Loop Lower Loop, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 34, Loop Upper Loop, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 21 Double , Loop Upper Loop, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 02, Loop Road, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 20, Loop Lower Loop, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 17, Loop Lower Loop, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 41, Loop Upper Loop, Type Standard Nonelectric

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