Dispersed Camping
Facilities & details
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Know before you go
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- No drinking water on site — bring enough for your whole stay.
- This is a backcountry site — you'll need to carry in your gear and water.
Location
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What’s nearby
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🏞️ Attractions
Cougar is an unincorporated community and former town in Cowlitz County, Washington. Cougar is located around 50 miles (80 km) northeast of Vancouver on Washington State Route 503 and along the northwest bank of Yale Lake, a reservoir on the Lewis River. The population of Cougar was 122 at the 1990 Census, when it was still incorporated as a town, but disincorporated before the 2000 Census. As of
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🛒 Amenities & services
🛒 Groceries
- Lakeside Country Store & Deli
- Cougar Store
⛽ Fuel
- Lakeside Fuel
- Cougar Store
🍽️ Food & drink
- Cougar Bar & Grill
🚻 Toilets & showers
- Public toilets
- Showers
🏧 ATM & bank
- ATM
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Good to know
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Can I bring an RV or caravan to Dispersed Camping?
No, caravans and RVs aren't permitted here.
Can I pitch a tent at Dispersed Camping?
Yes, tent camping is allowed.
Is there drinking water at Dispersed Camping?
No — bring your own drinking water.
Are showers available at Dispersed Camping?
No, showers are not available.
Are there electrical hookups at Dispersed Camping?
No electrical hookups are available.
Who runs Dispersed Camping?
Dispersed Camping is operated by USFS.
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