Atkisson Group Camp in winter as Atkisson Sno-Park

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Atkisson Group Camp

Closed

The campground is currently closed for the early season. Operating season runs May through September, with reservations available via Recreation.gov. When open, check-in is 2:00 p.m. and check-out is 12:00 p.m. Campers must bring their own drinking water.

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About

Atkisson Group Camp sits in a pleasant forested setting near Mt. Adams, Washington's second-tallest peak. The single group site accommodates up to 50 campers and 20 vehicles, making it ideal for large gatherings, scout troops, or family reunions. A 99-foot paved driveway provides ample space for RVs, and the site includes a covered common shelter with a wood-burning stove, vault toilet, fire ring, and picnic table. The campground serves as a base for exploring the Mount Adams area. Nearby attractions include the Ice Caves, Natural Bridges lava formations, and Goose Lake. The surrounding terrain features unused spur roads suitable for hiking and mountain biking, and early-season huckleberry fields are accessible during berry season. The town of Trout Lake, about 5 miles away, offers restaurants and basic shopping. During winter months, the site converts to Atkisson Sno-Park, offering 16 kilometers of marked ski and snowshoe trails plus 154 miles of groomed snowmobile trails. The shelter's wood stove provides a warming area for winter recreationists.

Directions

From I-5 at Vancouver, take Highway 14 east for 66 miles, then continue on Highway 141 north for 15 miles to Forest Service Road 2400, located 5 miles south of Trout Lake. Turn northwest and drive 3.5 miles to the group camp.