Can you reserve a site at North Fork Campground (WA)?

Yes, North Fork Campground (WA) is reservable through Recreation.gov.

How many campsites does North Fork Campground (WA) have?

20 sites in total, of which 19 can be booked.

What is the maximum RV length at North Fork Campground (WA)?

40 ft. That is the longest vehicle the sites here are recorded as taking; individual sites may be shorter.

Are pets allowed at North Fork Campground (WA)?

Yes, pets are allowed at North Fork Campground (WA).

Are campfires allowed at North Fork Campground (WA)?

Campfires are allowed at North Fork Campground (WA). Check for a current fire restriction before you go.

North Fork Campground (WA), Washington — 19 sites, fees and cancellation alerts

Overview

North Fork Campground sits along the North fork of the Cispus River, shaded by a canopy of trees that include hemlock, maple and Douglas fir.

This popular campground is typically open from mid-May through late September and offers standard sites in addition to the Bear, Beaver and Elk group sites.

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 Campground 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 and River trails are 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

The campground consists of 33 sites that have parking spurs, which vary from 20 to 40 feet in length. A few of these sites are 40 foot pull-through, and the rest are back-in.

Picnic tables, grills and potable water are also provided. 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 established by Congress in 1982.

This Ranger District manages four Wilderness Areas including the Goat Rocks Wilderness, Glacier View Wilderness, Tatoosh Wilderness and William O. Douglass Wilderness. Major River drainage includes the Cowlitz River, Clear Fork of the Cowlitz, and the Cispus River.

A variety of wildlife may be spotted in this area, including elk, deer and bears.

Contact Info

This location has limited staffing. Please call (360) 686-3008 for general information.

Nearby Attractions

Randle is the closest town to North Fork, and offers access to the Windy Ridge Lookout at Mount St. Helens.

Adventurous hikers who want to enjoy some spectacular views may be interested in the Tongue Mountain Trail, which climbs to an elevation of 4,838 feet.

Charges & Cancellations

Cancellations

Individual Campsites: Cancellations up to 2 days before a reservation start date incur a $10.00 cancellation fee.

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.

Cancellations for a one-night reservation will forfeit the entire amount paid and will not be subject to an additional service fee.

No-Shows

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.

No-shows are assessed $20.00 service fee and forfeit the first night's rate, taxes and applicable add-on for a campsite.

Refunds

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.

Refunds for debit or credit card payments will be issued as a credit to the original bank or credit card used to pay.

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.

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.

The facts

Season: 05/17/2024 – 09/22/2024 — USDA Forest Service, Aug 24, 2026
19 bookable sites
20 sites in total, including non-bookable
Vehicles up to 40 ft
Up to 6 people per site
Loops: NORTH FORK CAMPGROUND

Site types

19 Standard Nonelectric
1 Management

Amenities

Campfires allowed
Fire pits
Picnic tables
Shade
Pets allowed
Water hookups — not available
Sewer hookups — not available

Not recorded upstream: electric hookups, grills.

Book on Recreation.gov

20 campsites at North Fork Campground (WA)

Check-in 02:00 PM · Check-out 12:00 PM

Site	Loop	Type	Entry	Surface	Water	Max rig	People
000	NORTH FORK CAMPGROUND	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	Riverfront	20 ft	6	🐾
002	NORTH FORK CAMPGROUND	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	Riverfront	24 ft	6	🐾
003	NORTH FORK CAMPGROUND	Management	Back In	Gravel	—	30 ft	6	🐾
004	NORTH FORK CAMPGROUND	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	—	40 ft	6	🐾
005	NORTH FORK CAMPGROUND	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	—	35 ft	6	🐾
006	NORTH FORK CAMPGROUND	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	—	18 ft	6	🐾
007	NORTH FORK CAMPGROUND	Standard Nonelectric	Pull Through	Gravel	Riverfront	32 ft	6	🐾
008	NORTH FORK CAMPGROUND	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	—	40 ft	6	🐾
009	NORTH FORK CAMPGROUND	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	—	16 ft	6	🐾
010	NORTH FORK CAMPGROUND	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	—	40 ft	6	🐾
011	NORTH FORK CAMPGROUND	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	—	40 ft	6	🐾
012	NORTH FORK CAMPGROUND	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	—	36 ft	6	🐾
013	NORTH FORK CAMPGROUND	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	—	40 ft	6	🐾
014	NORTH FORK CAMPGROUND	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	—	40 ft	6	🐾
015	NORTH FORK CAMPGROUND	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	—	15 ft	6	🐾
016	NORTH FORK CAMPGROUND	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	—	26 ft	6	🐾
017	NORTH FORK CAMPGROUND	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	—	18 ft	6	🐾
018	NORTH FORK CAMPGROUND	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	—	15 ft	6	🐾
019	NORTH FORK CAMPGROUND	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	—	40 ft	6	🐾
020	NORTH FORK CAMPGROUND	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	—	15 ft	6	🐾

Getting there

From I-5, take Highway 12 east to Randle, and from there go south on Road 25 and continue until you reach a fork in the road. Take the left fork onto Road 23 and travel for about 10 miles to North Fork Campground & Group Camps.

46.45083, -121.78778 · 46°27'3.0"N 121°47'16.0"W

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Typical weather

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Precip in	11.4	9.7	9.3	6.1	4.3	2.3	0.9	1.1	2.3	5.9	11.6	11.9

1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 11.6 mi away — not measured at the facility itself, and elevation can make a real difference over that distance.

Map

Fees and stay limits

Extra Vehicle Fee $8.00

From Recreation.gov, which is not always current. The operator's own page is the authority on what you will be charged.

Common questions about North Fork Campground (WA)

Can you reserve a site at North Fork Campground (WA)?: Yes, North Fork Campground (WA) is reservable through Recreation.gov.
How many campsites does North Fork Campground (WA) have?: 20 sites in total, of which 19 can be booked.
What is the maximum RV length at North Fork Campground (WA)?: 40 ft. That is the longest vehicle the sites here are recorded as taking; individual sites may be shorter.
Are pets allowed at North Fork Campground (WA)?: Yes, pets are allowed at North Fork Campground (WA).
Does North Fork Campground (WA) have hookups?: No hookups are recorded here.
Are campfires allowed at North Fork Campground (WA)?: Campfires are allowed at North Fork Campground (WA). Check for a current fire restriction before you go.

Also listed by

North Fork Campground (WA) also appears in other federal recreation data. Facts below are matched by name and location, not confirmed by North Fork Campground (WA)'s operator.

USDA Forest Service — data as of Aug 24, 2026

Camping : Reservations start on May 24, 2024. Single Site: $25/night
Multi-Site: $45/night
Group Campground : $130/'night
Extra Vehicle :$8/vehicle

Restrictions:

Maximum vehicle length is 32 feet.

USDA Forest Service's own page

Camping near North Fork Campground (WA)

North Fork Bear Group Camp less than 0.1 mi · Campground · we watch it
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North Fork Elk Group Camp 0.1 mi · Campground · we watch it
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Iron Creek Campground 9.6 mi · Campground · we watch it
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Campground: Blue Lake Creek 4.1 mi · Campground
Site: Wakepish Picnic Area 12.4 mi · Facility
Trailhead: Packwood Lake 13.3 mi · Facility
Campground: Olallie Lake 13.6 mi · Campground
Campground: Horseshoe Lake 14.4 mi · Campground

Contact

Phone 541-338-7869
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Recreation.gov last updated this record on 2026-02-25.

North Fork Campground (WA)