Takhlakh Lake Campground
Takhlakh Lake Campground is a national forest campground in Washington. Hookups: no hookups.
- Type
- National forest campground
- Location
- Washington
- Coordinates
- 46.28083, -121.59861
- 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 Takhlakh Lake Campground
Overview Takhlakh Lake Campground sits at an elevation of 4,400 feet in a well-shaded location next to its namesake lake. The campground sits at the base of Mt. Adams, providing visitors with incredible views in every direction. The campground has a short season, but it's a particularly popular destination for hikers exploring the trails around Mt. Adams. Recreation The campsite offers access to the Takhlakh Loop, an accessible trail suitable for all ages and skill levels and the Takhlakh Meadow Trail. The lake provides an ideal spot for anglers to cast for rainbow trout and for boaters looking to kayak or canoe. The lake is reserved for non-motorized use only. Facilities The campground consists of 54 back-in sites with unpaved parking spurs that vary in length from 15 to 40 feet. Some sites are tent only. No drinking water is provided at this campground, but other amenities include vault toilets, picnic tables and campfire rings. Takhlakh Lake Campground offers accessible sites and activities and amenities that support current accessibility standards. Natural Features Takhlakh Lake is part of the Cowlitz Valley Ranger District, which is located in the northernmost portion of the Gifford Pinchot National Forest. This location offers breathtaking views of not only Mt. Adams, but also Mt. Rainier, and Mt. Saint Helens. Contact Info This location has limited staffing. Please call (360) 686-3008 for general information. Nearby Attractions Near the campground, hikers
Cell coverage
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Nearby RV services
- Dump station
- Dump Station · 35 mi
- Water fill
- None mapped within 50 mi
- Propane
- Shell · 45 mi
- Low clearances
- None mapped within 10 mi
- Off-road routes
- 243 designated routes (530 mi) within 10 mi
Other places to stay nearby
| Name | Type | Distance | Fee | Hookups |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Takhlakh Lake Cg | National forest campground | under 0.1 mi | — | — |
| Takhlakh Lake Campground | Private campground | 0.1 mi | — | — |
| Chain of Lakes Campground | Private campground | 0.9 mi | — | — |
| Olallie Lake Cg | National forest campground | 1.1 mi | — | — |
| Olallie Lake Campground | Private campground | 1.1 mi | — | — |
| Council Lake Cg | National forest camping area | 2.0 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.