Peterson Prairie Campground

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·Gifford Pinchot National Forest

Overview

Peterson Prairie Campground offers shaded and secluded campsites nestled in a forest of large pine, spruce and fir trees. The campground tends is popular among huckleberry pickers. At an elevation of 2,800 ft., Peterson Prairie offers a cool summertime climate during the hottest part of the season. Several kid-friendly attractions are a short distance away, making this campground a great choice for families.

Great Facilities and Amenities

  • Campfire Allowed

    (All campsites have Campfire Allowed)

  • Checkin Time

    (All campsites have Checkin Time)

  • Checkout Time

    (All campsites have Checkout Time)

  • Drinking Water

    (1 of 30 campsites have Drinking Water)

  • Driveway Entry

    (Majority of the campsites have back in)

  • Firepit

    (All campsites have Firepit)

  • Max Num Of People

    (Up to 20)

  • Max Num Of Vehicles

    (Up to 10)

  • Pets Allowed

    (All campsites have Pets Allowed)

  • Picnic Table

    (All campsites have Picnic Table)

  • Shade

    (All campsites have Shade)

Natural Features

Peterson Prairie Campground - Credits:
Peterson Prairie Campground - Credits:
Forest at Peterson Prairie - Credits: Gifford Pinchot National Forest
Peterson Prairie Campground in fall - Credits: Gifford Pinchot National Forest

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.



Peterson Prairie is located in the Mt. Adams Ranger District. Nearest town is Trout Lake, WA.


The Mount Adams Ranger District offers a large variety 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.

Recreation

Peterson Prairie Campground - Credits: Gifford Pinchot National Forest

Seasonal harvesting of huckleberries and mushrooms is a popular pastime.



Natural Bridges and Ice Cave are scenic, family-friendly nature trails near Peterson Prairie Campground. A stairway leading into the Ice Cave allows convenient access to the cave's incredible ice formations. Please be prepared when visiting the caves. Information is avaialble at the campground and the Mt Adams Ranger Station.

Permitted Equipment

  • rv-Up to 40ft

  • tent-Up to 40ft

  • trailer-Up to 40ft

  • 5th wheel-Up to 30ft

Nearby Attractions

This campground is near Bird Creek Meadows, a trail that offers spectacular wildflower displays and opportunities to observe numerous birds.

Additional Information

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