Paradise Creek campground
Paradise Creek campground is a national forest campground in Washington. Hookups: no hookups.
- Type
- National forest campground
- Location
- Washington
- Coordinates
- 45.95000, -121.93667
- Hookups
- No hookups
- Activities
- 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 Paradise Creek campground
Overview Paradise Creek sits at the confluence of Paradise Creek and the Wind River, nestled under an old-growth forest of cedars, firs, alder and maples. The sites by the river enjoy privacy from an abundance of lush undergrowth, while the other sites have a more open and spacious feel. The campground's remote location is ideal for campers seeking a quiet and relaxed environment. Recreation The Wind River provides excellent fishing, with a population of steelhead and Chinook salmon. Check state regulations for open season and boundries. Wading is permitted in Paradise Creek. Fishing is not permitted in the campground. Seasonal berry picking is a popular pastime and for visitors interested in hiking, there is access to the Lava Butte Trail 200 from the campground. Facilities The campground consists of 42 back-in sites with paved parking spurs that vary from 20 to 40 feet in length. The Premium Sites are adjacent to the Wind River. Each site has a picnic table and fire ring. An on-site hand pump offers drinking water, and vault toilets are available. 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. Paradise Creek Campground is located in the Mt. Adams Ranger District. Elevations here range between 1,200 feet at the Wind River Work Center, 12 miles north of Carson, WA and 12,276 feet at the s
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Nearby RV services
- Dump station
- Stevenson Trailer Sewage Dump Station · 18 mi
- Water fill
- None mapped within 50 mi
- Propane
- Shell · 20 mi
- Low clearances
- None mapped within 10 mi
- Off-road routes
- 317 designated routes (543 mi) within 10 mi
Other places to stay nearby
| Name | Type | Distance | Fee | Hookups |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paradise Creek Cg | National forest campground | under 0.1 mi | — | — |
| Falls Creek Horse Camp | Private campground | 4.5 mi | — | — |
| Berry Camp | Private campground | 5.0 mi | — | — |
| Camp Howe | National forest group campground | 5.2 mi | — | — |
| Government Mineral Springs Campground | Private campground | 5.5 mi | — | — |
| Government Mineral Springs Cg | National forest campground | 5.5 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.