Moss Creek Campground
Moss Creek campground
Part of Gifford Pinchot National Forest
Overview
Located in the southeast corner of the Gifford-Pinchot National Forest and close to Columbia River Gorge, Moss Creek Campground sits alongside the Little White Salmon River. At an elevation of 1,400 feet, the campground is shaded by a thick canopy of hemlock, cedars, firs and maples. Moss Creek is ideal for those wishing to escape the summer heat.Facilities
This small campground has 16 sites that are ideal for tents but useable by smaller RVs and trailers.
Drinking water and vault toilets are available. Picnic tables and fire rings are provided, and firewood can be purchased on-site.
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.Moss Creek is located in the Mount Adams Ranger District in the easternmost portion of the Gifford Pinchot National Forest. Mount Adams is a prominent landmark on the District, where elevations range between 1,200 and 12,276 feet.
The District features a great diversity of habitats, from old growth to second growth forest, wetland areas, low and high elevation meadows, glaciers and low and high elevation lakes.
Recreation
The Little White Salmon River offers rainbow and brook trout for anglers. Visitors can enjoy wading in the cool waters.Nearby Attractions
Moss Creek Campground is an excellent base for exploring the various sights around Mount Adams and the Columbia River Gorge.Contact Info
This location has limited staffing. Please call (509) 538-2060 for general information.Important Notices
Extra vehicle fee of $8.00/night of your stay.
The water pump at this campground is now broken and the water system will be down for the remainder of this 2026 season. Please bring all water you will need (drinking water, dishing washing, putting out you campfire etc) for the duration of your stay. Camping fee has been reduced to reflect the No Water issue here (5/27/2026).
Check in: 2 pm, Check out: 12 pm (noon)
- Click here for more information about Gifford Pinchot National Forest
- Don't Move Firewood: Please protect Pacific Northwest forests by preventing the spread of invasive species. Firewood can carry insects and diseases that can threaten the health of our western forests. You can make a difference by obtaining and burning your firewood near your camping destination. Visit Dontmovefirewood.org for further information.
Firewood is available for sale at the host site for $10.00/bundle.
Notifications and Alerts
The water pump at this campground is now broken and the water system will be down for the remainder of this 2026 season. Please bring all water you will need (drinking water, dishing washing, putting out you campfire etc) for the duration of your stay. Thank you
Forest Order # 06-03-00-26-02 Stage 2 Fire Restrictions on all National Forest System Lands within the Gifford Pinchot National Forest. This Order is effective from 07/01/2026 12:01 am, through 10/31/2026, unless rescinded.
Available Activities
- FISHING - Fishing
- CAMPING - Camping
Directions
<p>From I-5 at Vancouver, WA, turn east on Highway 14 for 56 miles to Cook. Turn north on Cook-Underwood Rd, drive 5 miles then turn left onto Willard Road, drive 2+ miles continue onto Oklahoma Rd, drive under 1 mile Campground is on your right. </p>
Cancellation Policy
<p>Cancellations</p> <p>Individual Campsites: Cancellations up to 2 days before a reservation start date incur a $10.00 cancellation fee. </p> <p>A visitor who cancels a reservation the day before or on the day of arrival will pay a $10.00 service fee AND forfeit the first night's use fee including tax and applicable add-on for a campsite.</p> <p>Cancellations for a one-night reservation will forfeit the entire amount paid and will not be subject to an additional service fee.</p> <p>No-Shows</p> <p>A no-show visitor is one who does not arrive at a campground and does not cancel the reservation by check-out time on the day after the scheduled arrival date. Staff will hold a campsite until check-out time on the day following the arrival date.</p> <p>No-shows are assessed $20.00 service fee and forfeit the first night's rate, taxes and applicable add-on for a campsite. </p> <p>Refunds</p> <p>Visitors may submit a refund request through their Recreation.gov profile within 7 days of the end date of their reservation. Refunds will not be issued after the 7 days has ended.</p> <p>Refunds for debit or credit card payments will be issued as a credit to the original bank or credit card used to pay.</p> <p>For check or cash purchases, Recreation.gov will mail a Treasury check for refunds of cash, check, or money order payments to the address associated with the reservation. Treasury check refunds may take up to 6-8 weeks to arrive. </p> <p>In the event of an emergency closure, the Recreation.gov team or facility manager will refund all fees and will attempt to notify you using the contact information within the Recreation.gov visitor profile.</p>
Contact Information
Phone: 541-338-7869
Gifford Pinchot NF Mt Adams Ranger DistrictCARSON, WA 98610
Rental Options
Available Campsites
- Site 008, Loop AREA MOSS CREEK, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 017, Loop AREA MOSS CREEK, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 004, Loop AREA MOSS CREEK, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 015, Loop AREA MOSS CREEK, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 012, Loop AREA MOSS CREEK, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 010, Loop AREA MOSS CREEK, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 001, Loop AREA MOSS CREEK, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 011, Loop AREA MOSS CREEK, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 007, Loop AREA MOSS CREEK, Type Tent Only Nonelectric
- Site 009, Loop AREA MOSS CREEK, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 016, Loop AREA MOSS CREEK, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 013, Loop AREA MOSS CREEK, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 005, Loop AREA MOSS CREEK, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 014, Loop AREA MOSS CREEK, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 006, Loop AREA MOSS CREEK, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 002, Loop AREA MOSS CREEK, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 003, Loop AREA MOSS CREEK, Type Standard Nonelectric
