Can you reserve a site at Sunset Falls Campground?

Yes, Sunset Falls Campground is reservable through Recreation.gov.

What is the maximum RV length at Sunset Falls Campground?

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

Are pets allowed at Sunset Falls Campground?

Yes, pets are allowed at Sunset Falls Campground.

Are campfires allowed at Sunset Falls Campground?

Campfires are allowed at Sunset Falls Campground. Check for a current fire restriction before you go.

Sunset Falls Campground, Washington — 18 sites, fees and cancellation alerts

Overview

Sunset Campground is located in the Gifford Pinchot National Forest. Visitors enjoy scenic views of the river and a waterfall within the campground. The campground is open all year.

Recreation

There are several hiking trails nearby, including the Silver Star trail which offers excellent views of Portland, Oregon. The area is also popular with kayakers that visit the East Fork Lewis River.

Facilities

Sunset Campground offers 18 standard sites that accommodate tents and RVs (22 feet), but no hookups are available. Picnic tables and campfire rings with grills are provided, as are 3 vault toilets and trash receptacles.

Natural Features

The campground is just off the East Fork Lewis River at an elevation of 1,000 feet. The campground road and trail path to the falls are paved and shaded by large evergreen trees.

Contact Info

This location is staffed. Please call (360) 729-0018 to speak with local staff.

Nearby Attractions

The campground is located in between Mount St. Helens and Mount Adams, and only about an hour north of Portland, Oregon.

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: Year-round — USDA Forest Service, Aug 24, 2026
18 bookable sites
Vehicles up to 40 ft
Up to 6 people per site
Loops: East Loop, West Loop

Site types

10 Standard Nonelectric
8 Tent Only Nonelectric

Amenities

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

Not recorded upstream: electric hookups.

Book on Recreation.gov

18 campsites at Sunset Falls Campground

Check-in 4:00 PM · Check-out 2:00 PM

Site	Loop	Type	Entry	Surface	Grade	Access	Water	Max rig	People
11 Tent Only	East Loop	Tent Only Nonelectric	—	—	—	Hike In	Riverfront	—	6	🐾
12 Tent Only	East Loop	Tent Only Nonelectric	—	—	—	Hike In	Riverfront	—	6	🐾
13 Tent Only	East Loop	Tent Only Nonelectric	—	—	—	Hike In	Riverfront	—	6	🐾
14 Tent Only	East Loop	Tent Only Nonelectric	—	—	—	Hike In	—	—	6	🐾
15 Tent Only	East Loop	Tent Only Nonelectric	—	—	—	Hike In	—	—	6	🐾
16 Tent Only	East Loop	Tent Only Nonelectric	—	—	—	Hike In	—	—	6	🐾
17 Tent Only	East Loop	Tent Only Nonelectric	—	—	—	Hike In	—	—	6	🐾
18 Tent Only	East Loop	Tent Only Nonelectric	—	—	—	Hike In	—	—	6	🐾
01	West Loop	Standard Nonelectric	Pull Through	Paved	Slight	Drive In	—	32 ft	6	🐾
02	West Loop	Standard Nonelectric	Pull Through	Paved	Slight	Drive In	—	36 ft	6	🐾
03	West Loop	Standard Nonelectric	Pull Through	Paved	Slight	Drive In	—	35 ft	6	🐾
04	West Loop	Standard Nonelectric	Pull Through	Paved	Slight	Drive In	—	26 ft	6	🐾
05	West Loop	Standard Nonelectric	Pull Through	Paved	Slight	Drive In	—	25 ft	6	🐾
06	West Loop	Standard Nonelectric	Pull Through	Paved	Slight	Drive In	Riverfront	40 ft	6	🐾
07	West Loop	Standard Nonelectric	Pull Through	Paved	Slight	Drive In	Riverfront	32 ft	6	🐾
08	West Loop	Standard Nonelectric	Pull Through	Paved	Slight	Drive In	Riverfront	26 ft	6	🐾
09	West Loop	Standard Nonelectric	Pull Through	Paved	Slight	Drive In	Riverfront	26 ft	6	🐾
10	West Loop	Standard Nonelectric	Pull Through	Paved	Slight	Drive In	Riverfront	26 ft	6	🐾

Getting there

From I-5 take exit 9 WA 502 for Battle Ground. Go about 7 miles and turn left on WA 503 and head north for about 5.5 miles. Turn right onto NE Rock Creek Rd, which will turn into NE 152nd Ave and then a slight left onto NE Lucia Falls Rd for about 7 miles. Then turn right onto NE Sunset Falls Road, travel for about 7 miles and the campground will be on your right.

Location: 40806 NE Sunset Falls Rd, Yacolt WA 98675

45.81861, -122.25000 · 45°49'7.0"N 122°15'0.0"W

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Typical weather

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Precip in	15.1	10.9	11.9	8.7	5.4	3.8	0.7	1.3	3.9	9.7	15.8	16.3

1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 5.8 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 Sunset Falls Campground

Can you reserve a site at Sunset Falls Campground?: Yes, Sunset Falls Campground is reservable through Recreation.gov.
How many campsites does Sunset Falls Campground have?: 18 sites.
What is the maximum RV length at Sunset Falls Campground?: 40 ft. That is the longest vehicle the sites here are recorded as taking; individual sites may be shorter.
Are pets allowed at Sunset Falls Campground?: Yes, pets are allowed at Sunset Falls Campground.
Does Sunset Falls Campground have hookups?: No hookups are recorded here.
Are campfires allowed at Sunset Falls Campground?: Campfires are allowed at Sunset Falls Campground. Check for a current fire restriction before you go.

Also listed by

Sunset Falls Campground also appears in other federal recreation data. Facts below are matched by name and location, not confirmed by Sunset Falls Campground's operator.

USDA Forest Service — data as of Aug 24, 2026

Day Use : $5/vehicle/day or valid Recreation Pass .
Camping : $20/night
Extra Vehicle : $8

Accessibility:

This site offers a paved trail from the parking area to the falls viewing platform. The area is flat and has other accessible areas to experience the river and the surrounding forest.

USDA Forest Service's own page

Camping near Sunset Falls Campground

Govt Mineral Springs Guard Sta 13.1 mi · Campground · we watch it
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Paradise Creek campground 17.6 mi · Campground · we watch it
(Deactivated) Multnomah Falls Timed Reservation Tickets 17.8 mi · Tickets · we watch it
Panther Creek campground 17.8 mi · Campground · we watch it
Eagle Creek Overlook GRP Site 19.7 mi · Campground · we watch it
Mount St. Helens NVM/RD Northwest Forest Day Pass 9.7 mi · Activity pass
Campground: Government Mineral Springs 13 mi · Campground
Recreation Rental: Gov. Mineral Springs Cabin 13.1 mi · Campground
Carson National Fish Hatchery 14 mi · Facility
Wahkeena Falls 17.8 mi · Facility
Forest Road 30/Wind River Highway 18.5 mi · Facility

Contact

Recreation.gov last updated this record on 2026-02-25.

Sunset Falls Campground