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Stinson Flat Campground

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Stinson Flat Campground is a primitive camping area on the Klickitat River in Klickitat County, Washington, approximately 15 miles west of Goldendale, situated within the Soda Springs Wildlife Area Unit. The campground features flat ground suitable for tent camping accessed via a 1.1-mile graded gravel road that makes vehicle access possible but less suitable for RVs. Facilities are minimal, consisting of one vault toilet and a primitive armored-gravel boat launch for river access. Camping is limited to 14 days per 30-day period, and cell service is unreliable in the area. (via official site)

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Key facts

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Booking & season

SeasonOpen year-round
Maximum stay14 days in any 30-day period

Facilities & services

Restroom typeVault toilet, not ADA accessible
Parking1 parking lot with 1 ADA parking stall
Boat launchPrimitive boat launch with armored gravel surface; unimproved
AccessibilityLimited ADA facilities; restroom not ADA accessible

Location & access

Distance from nearest townApproximately 15 miles west of Goldendale
GPS coordinates45.924188445617, -121.11025595281
River accessKlickitat River; no ADA loading platform or boarding floats available
Nearest takeout pointDownstream of Stinson Flat Campground, the next available takeout near a road is below the river confluence

Rules & policies

Fire restrictions (June 15 onward)Campfires prohibited; propane/liquid petroleum camp stoves allowed; target shooting restricted except sunrise-10 a.m. through Aug 15 at authorized ranges; smoking prohibited except in enclosed vehicles; chainsaws and welding restricted; off-road vehicle operation prohibited; fireworks banned year-ro
Cell serviceUnreliable in this area

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🏞️ Attractions

Leidl Ridge (601 m)Summits & peaks3.1 km · ~9 min driveDirections ↗
Soda Springs Wildlife AreaParks & play

state wildlife area in Klickitat County, Washington state, United States of America

7.3 km · ~15 min driveDirections ↗
Klickitat Canyon Phase II (CLT)Parks & play13.4 km · ~31 min driveDirections ↗
Klickitat Canyon Overlook
Klickitat Canyon OverlookAttractions13.7 km · ~25 min driveDirections ↗
Skatepark FallsWaterfalls14.3 km · ~35 min driveDirections ↗
Outlet FallsWaterfalls

Outlet Falls is a 69-foot plunge fed by Outlet Creek which flows out of farmland in Klickitat County, Washington. Its watercourse, Outlet Creek, is fed by several springfed tributaries and agricultural runoff (manure and fertilizer). The perennial drop is formed as Outlet Creek erodes into the 200-foot-deep Klickitat Canyon and hurtles itself into a huge bowl. It is located several miles east of

15.2 km · ~27 min driveDirections ↗
Klickitat River Haul Road (CLT)Parks & play18 km · ~75 min driveDirections ↗
Grayback Mountain (1,146 m)Summits & peaks

mountain in Klickitat County, Washington, United States

18.2 km · ~54 min driveDirections ↗
Long Butte (685 m)Summits & peaks37.9 km · ~59 min driveDirections ↗

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How long can I camp at Stinson Flat?

Camping is limited to 14 days in a 30-day period.

What do I need to bring for camping?

Camping facilities such as tent pads, fire rings, and picnic tables are not provided. Propane or liquid petroleum camp stoves are allowed; campfires are prohibited June 15 onward in Eastern Washington.

Is vehicle access available to the campground?

Yes, motor vehicles can access the campground via a 1.1-mile graded gravel road that is maintained annually. The road condition makes it more suitable for tent camping than RVs.

Do I need a Discover Pass to access this area?

A Discover Pass is required for vehicle access unless you hold an eligible hunting or fishing license with a Vehicle Access Pass.

What facilities are available?

One vault toilet and a primitive boat launch on armored gravel are available. Cell service is unreliable in this area.

How much does it cost to camp at Stinson Flat Campground?

Stinson Flat Campground is free to camp at.

When is Stinson Flat Campground open?

Stinson Flat Campground is open year-round.

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