North Fork Elk Group Camp
North Fork Elk Group Camp is a national forest campground in Washington. Hookups: no hookups.
- Type
- National forest campground
- Location
- Washington
- Coordinates
- 46.45250, -121.78889
- Hookups
- No hookups
- Activities
- Biking, Camping, Fishing, Hiking, Hunting
- Map
- Open in OpenStreetMap
- Phone
- 541-338-7869
Amenities
- Reservable sites
Only amenities a source confirms are listed; an amenity missing here is unknown, not absent.
About North Fork Elk Group Camp
Overview North Fork Elk Group sits alongside the Cispus River in the North Fork Campground, shaded by a dense canopy of pine, fir and cedar trees. The facility is typically open from mid-May through late September, and is one one of three group sites within the campground. North Fork is situated between three of Washington's most impressive mountains: Mount St. Helens, Mt. Adams and Mt. Rainier. The variety of recreational activities and the diverse natural beauty draws many visitors to this area. Recreation North Fork Elk Group makes a great base camp for a variety of activities. Hikers, mountain bikers and OHV riders can access the nearby multi-use Valley Trail. From this trail, OHV riders can enjoy a network of over 50 miles of OHV trails. The North Fork Loop trail is open to foot traffic and can also be accessed in this area. Anglers can fish the Cispus River for brook trout, steelhead and salmon. Facilities This tent-only site has six tent pads and will accommodate up to 30 people. It's secluded with gated access and offers picnic tables, grills and drinking water. There is a host on-site and firewood is available for sale. Natural Features North Fork is part of the Cowlitz Valley Ranger District, which is located in the northernmost portion of the 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 est
Cell coverage
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Nearby RV services
- Dump station
- Dump Station · 22 mi
- Water fill
- None mapped within 50 mi
- Propane
- None mapped within 50 mi
- Low clearances
- None mapped within 10 mi
- Off-road routes
- 294 designated routes (656 mi) within 10 mi
Other places to stay nearby
| Name | Type | Distance | Fee | Hookups |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| North Fork Gcg | National forest group campground | under 0.1 mi | — | — |
| North Fork Cg | National forest campground | 0.1 mi | — | — |
| North Fork Bear Group Camp | National forest campground | 0.1 mi | — | No hookups |
| North Fork Group Camp | Private campground | 0.1 mi | — | — |
| North Fork Campground | Private campground | 0.1 mi | $22 | — |
| Tower Rock Cg | National forest campground | 3.7 mi | — | — |
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Sources. Recreation.gov (RIDB). Updated June 2026. Facility facts only; DryRig does not publish ratings or reviews on this page.