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Lodgepole Campground

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Lodgepole is a higher elevation campground on Highway 410 close to the Northwest entrance to Mt Rainier National Park. It features the American River, which being close to the headwaters is a slow, peaceful meandering river in which you might see ducks, a variety of fish species and if you are lucky, river otter. Lodgepole Campground is named for the Lodgepole Pine trees you will find in abundance giving a unique look to this mountain site.Lodgepole Campground offers several standard sites, accommodating both tent and RV camping. Picnic tables, vault toilets and drinking water are available, h (via site)

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Reservationrecommended
Caravans / RV✓
Backcountry✗
Group only✗
Toilets✓
Drinking water✓
Power✗
Internet✗
Dump station✗
Open fires✓
Dogsleashed

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Mesatchee Creek TrailheadTrails & trailheads2 km · ~3 min driveDirections ↗
Union Creek Falls
Union Creek FallsWaterfalls3.3 km · ~4 min driveDirections ↗
North Fork Union Creek FallsWaterfalls3.3 km · ~4 min driveDirections ↗
Gold Hill (1,875 m)Summits & peaks3.8 km · ~5 min driveDirections ↗
Morse Creek TrailheadTrails & trailheads6.2 km · ~11 min driveDirections ↗
Fife's Peak Viewpoint
Fife's Peak ViewpointAttractions8 km · ~8 min driveDirections ↗
Fife's Peak / Crow Lake Way TrailheadTrails & trailheads8.2 km · ~9 min driveDirections ↗
Mount Rainier Wilderness
Mount Rainier WildernessParks & play

defined wilderness area within Mount Rainier National Park

34.5 km · ~44 min driveDirections ↗
Crown Point (1,937 m)Summits & peaks43 km · ~56 min driveDirections ↗
William O. Douglas Wilderness
William O. Douglas WildernessParks & play

The William O. Douglas Wilderness is a designated wilderness in Central Washington. It includes 169,081 acres (68,425 ha) located between the U.S. Route 12 and State Route 410 and is jointly administered by the Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest and the Gifford Pinchot National Forest. It shares a boundary with the Mount Rainier National Park on the west; Norse Peak Wilderness lies to the north, G

43.6 km · ~61 min driveDirections ↗
Bumping River FallsWaterfalls46.5 km · ~68 min driveDirections ↗
Norse Peak Wilderness
Norse Peak WildernessParks & play

Norse Peak Wilderness is a 52,315-acre (21,171 ha) designated wilderness area located in central Washington in the United States. It protects the portion of the Cascade Range north of Chinook Pass, south of Naches Pass, and east of Mount Rainier National Park. It is bordered by the William O. Douglas Wilderness to the south. The wilderness is named for Norse Peak, a prominent peak which overlooks

50.2 km · ~79 min driveDirections ↗

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How much does it cost to camp at Lodgepole Campground?

Lodgepole Campground charges a camping fee.

Do I need to book ahead for Lodgepole Campground?

Reservations: recommended. You can check availability on the official website.

Can I bring an RV or caravan to Lodgepole Campground?

Yes, caravans and RVs are welcome.

Are campfires allowed at Lodgepole Campground?

Yes, campfires are permitted — always check for seasonal fire bans before you go.

Is there drinking water at Lodgepole Campground?

Yes, drinking water is available.

Are there toilets at Lodgepole Campground?

Yes, toilets are available on site.

Are there electrical hookups at Lodgepole Campground?

No electrical hookups are available.

Is there WiFi at Lodgepole Campground?

No, there's no internet access on site.

Is there an RV dump station at Lodgepole Campground?

No dump station is available.

Are dogs allowed at Lodgepole Campground?

Yes, dogs are allowed.

Who runs Lodgepole Campground?

Lodgepole Campground is operated by United States Forest Service.

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