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NRSO |
| description |
Peterson Prairie Campground offers shaded and secluded campsites nestled in a forest of large pine, spruce and fir trees. The campground tends to be popular among huckleberry pickers, but receives much lighter use when the berries are not in-season. 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. |
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From SR 14 follow SR 141 North to the town of Trout Lake, continue through town on SR 141 till the road ends and FS 24 begins(approximately 5 miles WSW of town). Continue west on FS 24 for another 2.25 miles to the entrance of Peterson Prairie. |
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Drinking water and vault toilets are available. Each site has a picnic table and fire ring. The sites are spacious with long, gravel parking spurs. |
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Peterson Prairie Campground |
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71698 |
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http://www.reserveamerica.com/campsiteSearch.do?contractCode=NRSO&parkId=71698&cmp=39-32--joewils |
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Some sites are available for advance reservation and many are available on-site on a first-come, first-serve basis. This facility is pet friendly so long as animals are picked up after and kept on their leashes. Single site fees include 1 vehicle and 1 legally towed vehicle. Any additional vehicles are subject to an extra vehicle fee on-site, space permitting. Extra vehicle fees are half the single site price and must be paid by cash or check on-site. ATV/OHV riding is not permitted within the campground; please limit use to transportation in and out of the facility. Prevent the spread of invasive species by inspecting and cleaning packs, equipment and tires before using lake or trails. Don't Move Firewood: Please protect Pacific Northwest forests by preventing the spread of invasive species. Firewood can carry insects and diseases that can threaten the health of our western forests. You can make a difference by obtaining and burning your firewood near your camping destination. Visit Dontmovefirewood.org for further information. For additional information check out HoodooRecreation.com Click here for more information about Gifford Pinchot National Forest |
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This campground is near Bird Creek Meadows, a trail that offers spectacular wildflower displays and opportunities to observe numerous birds. Goose Lake is 8 miles west of the campground and offers excellent trout fishing. |
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Located in southwest Washington State, the Gifford Pinchot National Forest encompasses 1.3 million acres and includes the 110,000-acre Mount St. Helens National Volcanic Monument established by Congress in 1982. Peterson Prairie is located in the Mt. Adams Ranger District. Elevations here range between 1200 feet at the Wind River Work Center, 12 miles north of Carson, WA and 12,276 feet at the summit of Mt. Adams. The Mount Adams Ranger District offers a large variety of habitats and natural features, from old growth to second growth forest, wetland areas, low and high elevation meadows, glaciers, and low and high elevation lakes. |
| recreationDescription |
Seasonal harvesting of huckleberries and mushrooms is a popular pastime at Peterson Prairie. 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. |