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About
Forlorn Lakes, one of the most popular campgrounds in the southern part of the forest, offers 25 campsites scattered around the wooded shores of small, picturesque lakes. Swimming and fishing are possible in the larger lakes. Huckleberry bushes grow in the campground and surrounding area, making this site very popular during huckleberry season. The campsites at a maximum 18 feet long are suitable for tent camping and small campers or RV 's. The day use area has lake views, picnic tables, and fire rings. The campground is very popular, the camping spots fill early in the week. Forlorn Lakes offers nearby access to Indian Heaven via the East Crater Trailhead. A wilderness permit is required when entering Indian Heaven Wilderness. Wilderness permits are free and self-issued at the trailhead.
Around this stay
Nearest surrounding services and recreation within ~25 mi — not on-site amenities.
- 1.5 mi
trailhead
Trailhead: East Crater
- 4.5 mi
attraction
Little Huckleberry Trail No 47 Trailhead
No dump station found within ~25 mi. Plan dump access before you arrive.
Forest road access near this stay: N638A E FORLORN LKS in Gifford Pinchot National Forest. Motorhome access is listed as open on the nearest MVUM segment — verify current restrictions.
Contact & access
- WA
- fs.usda.gov
- OPEN
Source and verification
Last verified: 10/5/2026
See the Sources tab for provenance detail.

