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Iron Creek Campground

usfs · WA

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  • dump station5.2 mi
  • fuel station7.3 mi

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About

This large campground (98 sites) is on a flat along the Cispus River and is located in an old growth stand of Douglas fir, Hemlock, and Cedar. Lush vegetation and ample space between sites makes them quite private. This is a great place to camp while exploring the more remote side of Mount St. Helens. Iron Creek Campground Loop encircles the campground and is perfect for a stroll through the big trees and offers great views of the Cispus River. View a Iron Creek Campground Loop map; (.pdf)Nearby Recreation Sites Iron Creek Picnic Site Woods Creek Watchable Wildlife Area Mount St. Helens East Side; Accessible Adventures Video

Around this stay

Nearest surrounding services and recreation within ~25 mi — not on-site amenities.

  • dump station

    Dump station

    5.2 mi
  • fuel station

    Sinclair

    7.3 mi
  • grocery

    Fischer's Market

    7.3 mi
  • potable water

    Potable water

    15 mi
  • trailhead

    Quartz Creek Big Trees Interpretive Trai

    5.0 mi
  • attraction

    Viewpoint

    4.9 mi
  • recreation site

    Iron Creek Picnic Site

    0.3 mi

Forest road access near this stay: KRAYS NO. 2 in Gifford Pinchot National Forest. Motorhome access is listed as open on the nearest MVUM segment — verify current restrictions.

Contact & access

Source and verification

Last verified: 10/5/2026

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