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Peterson Prairie Campground

7 mi west of Trout Lake, WA · AT&T 4G

Federal campgroundtype
Reservablebooking
Jul–Sepbest months

About Peterson Prairie Campground

Peterson Prairie Campground offers shaded and secluded campsites nestled in a forest of large pine, spruce and fir trees. The campground tends is popular among huckleberry pickers. At an elevation of 2,800 ft., Peterson Prairie offers a cool summertime climate during the hottest part of the season. Several kid-friendly attractions are a short distance away, making this campground a great choice for families. Seasonal harvesting of huckleberries and mushrooms is a popular pastime. Natural Bridges and Ice Cave are scenic, family-friendly nature trails near Peterson Prairie Campground. A stairway leading into the Ice Cave allows convenient access to the cave's incredible ice formations. Please be prepared when visiting the caves. Information is avaialble at the campground and the Mt Adams Ranger Station. Drinking water and vault toilets are available. Each site has a picnic table and fire…

  • Fees: Extra Vehicle Fee $8.00
  • Season: 06/14/2024 – 09/22/2024
  • Managed by: Gifford Pinchot National Forest, FS
  • Where: 7 mi west of Trout Lake, WA · 45.96944, -121.66083

Things to do:

FishingHikingBoating & paddlingBikingWildlife & birdingHuntingWinter sportsHistory & culture

Amenities:

Drinking waterTents allowedRVs allowed

Official page for this camp (fees, closures, booking)

Weather by month

36°
26°Jan
39°
27°Feb
44°
29°Mar
50°
32°Apr
58°
38°May
64°
43°Jun
74°
49°Jul
73°
49°Aug
67°
45°Sep
54°
37°Oct
41°
31°Nov
34°
26°Dec

Typical daily highs and lows (°F), 1991–2020 NOAA normals. Best months: Jul–Sep (comfortable days, mild nights, little rain). Nights below freezing: Nov–Apr.

See Peterson Prairie Campground from above

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Good to know

Cell signal

AT&T 4G

From the carriers' FCC coverage maps, which tend to be generous.
Night sky: Truly dark

The Milky Way shows rich detail, horizon to horizon.

Class 2 of 9, from NASA/NOAA night-light data.
RV essentials

Dump station: 6.4 mi
Propane: 18.4 mi

Nearest of each within 25 miles, straight-line.