Facility Details - Takhlakh Lake Campground, WA

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.

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.

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.

Nearby Attractions:

Near the campground, hikers can access trailheads for the 2,663-mile Pacific Crest Trail. This leads to the Highline Trail, which attracts experienced hikers and backpackers for its views of Mt. Rainier, Mount St. Helens and Oregon's Mt. Hood.

Activities and Amenities

Within Facility
Accessible Sites Boat Ramp Campfire Rings Firewood Vendor Fishing Hiking Host	Non-Motorized Boating Pets Allowed Picnic Area Scenic Overlooks Trash Collection Vault Toilets Visitor Center
Greater Than 10 Miles
Hunting

Know Before You Go

The camping fee includes entry for 1 vehicle and 1 legally towed vehicle; an extra vehicle fee of $8 will be collected at the campground
No potable water, bring your own drinking water
Occupy site within 24 hours or forfeit
ATVs and OHVs are not allowed in the campground
Click here for more information about Gifford Pinchot National Forest

Due to the spread of invasive insects, firewood from outside the area is not permitted. Help protect our forests by purchasing or collecting firewood at or near your camping destination and burning it on-site. Click here for more information.

Getting There:

GPS Info. (Latitude, Longitude):
46.28083, -121.59861
46°16'51"N, 121°35'55"W

From I-5: Take exit 68 and head east on US Highway 12 to Randle, Washington. Turn south onto State Highway 131 and travel 1 mile, stay left at the Y and continue southeast on Forest Road 23 for 30 miles to Forest Road 2329. Turn left onto Forest Road 2329 and follow it through the junction with Forest Road 5601. Proceed on Forest Road 2329 for 3/4-mile to the campground.

The last 7 miles of Forest Road 23 are gravel surfaced.