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Paradise Creek Campground
16 mi north of Carson, WA · No signal at camp
About Paradise Creek Campground
Paradise Creek sits at the confluence of Paradise Creek and the Wind River, nestled under an old-growth forest of cedars, firs, alder and maples. The sites by the river enjoy privacy from an abundance of lush undergrowth, while the other sites have a more open and spacious feel. The campground's remote location is ideal for campers seeking a quiet and relaxed environment. The Wind River provides excellent fishing, with a population of steelhead and Chinook salmon. Check state regulations for open season and boundries. Wading is permitted in Paradise Creek. Fishing is not permitted in the campground. Seasonal berry picking is a popular pastime and for visitors interested in hiking, there is access to the Lava Butte Trail 200 from the campground. The campground consists of 42 back-in sites with paved parking spurs that vary from 20 to 40 feet in length. The Premium Sites are adjacent to…
- Fees: Extra Vehicle Fee $8.00
- Season: 05/17/2024 – 09/22/2024
- Managed by: Gifford Pinchot National Forest, FS
- Where: 16 mi north of Carson, WA · 45.95, -121.93667
Things to do:
Official page for this camp (fees, closures, booking)
Weather by month
Typical daily highs and lows (°F), 1991–2020 NOAA normals. Best months: Jun–Sep (comfortable days, mild nights, little rain). Nights below freezing: Dec–Mar.
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Trails near camp
| Trail | Open to | From camp | Length |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lava Butte | Horse | 0.2 mi | 0.9 mi |
| Paradise | Horse | 1.2 mi | 6.3 mi |
| Upper Falls Creek | Horse | 2.6 mi | 11.2 mi |
| Big Hollow | Hiking | 2.6 mi | 3.0 mi |
| Ok Loop | Horse | 2.7 mi | 1.0 mi |
| Lower Falls Creek | Hiking | 2.7 mi | 2.0 mi |
Straight-line distance from camp, from Forest Service, BLM, state and OpenStreetMap trail data.
Good to know
No signal at camp
From the carriers' FCC coverage maps, which tend to be generous.The Milky Way is bright, with a little glow low on the horizon.
Class 3 of 9, from NASA/NOAA night-light data.Dump station: 17.9 mi
Water fill-up: 17.7 mi
Propane: 8.7 mi
Camps nearby
- Falls Creek Horse Camp 4.4 mi
- Horse Camp: Falls Creek 4.4 mi
- Berry Camp 4.9 mi
- Recreation Rental: Gov. Mineral Springs Cabin 5.4 mi
- Govt Mineral Springs Guard Sta 5.4 mi
- Campground: Government Mineral Springs 5.4 mi