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Keenes Horsecamp

Closed — Closed for winter due to snow. The campground typically opens late July after snowmelt and operates through mid-September. Access road conditions depend on seasonal snow levels.

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Alcohol Prohibitions

This Order describes acts that are prohibited upon lands, roads and trails within the National Forest System administered by the Forest Service Pacific Northwest Region in regards to alcoholic beverages.

Aquatic Invasive Species

This Order prohibits 1) possessing, storing, or transporting any aquatic invasive animal species AND 2) prohibits possessing, storing, or transporting any aquatic or riparian invasive plant species - on National Forest System lands in the Pacific Northwest Region as specified in the Order.

Restrictions on Use of Forage and Mulch Products

This Order prohibits unloading, storing, or using any straw, hay, grain, seed, or other forage or mulch products that are not state-certified weed free on the National Forest System lands, roads or trails in any Closure Area as specific in the Order.

Forest Roads Closed Due to Rain Event

The past few days has shown heavy rainfall as an atmospheric river moved into the Northern Cascade Region bringing 16+ inches of rain to the Gifford Pinchot National Forest.

Forest Service Road 6808 Emergency Closure

The Gifford Pinchot National Forest issued an emergency closure of Forest Service Road 6808 from mile marker 3.9 to mile marker 4.2 due to a sinkhole that has developed in the travel way. Closure timeframe is currently unknown, and travel will resume when roads are repaired.

Rd 2810-041 Yellowjacket Bridge Road Closure

Rd 2810-041 will close Thursday, Oct. 9, 2025, and will remain closed until mid-November for redriving piles at Yellowjacket.

Winter Road Closures

Due to large amounts of snowfall the gates along the fallowing roads will be closed for the winter season. This routine seasonal gate closure is important for public safety as these roads are not maintained and become hazardous in the winter.

Washout on Forest Road 93

Forest Road 93 is closed at milepost 6.95 due to a severe washout. Road signs are posted at the beginning of each side of FR 93 to alert drivers of the inability to drive the entire length of road.

Upper State Route 504 closed at milepost 45.2 due to large slide

Closure: Upper State Route 504/Spirit Lake Memorial Highway is closed between mileposts (MP) 45.2 and 51 until further notice with a possible re-opening date sometime in 2026. Johnston Ridge Observatory and Loowit Viewpoint is inaccessible by vehicle

Adams Fork Bridge Closed (FR 5601)

The Adams Fork Bridge on FR 5601 at MP 2.0 on the Cowlitz Valley Ranger District is CLOSED.

Forest Road 2801 Closure

Forest Road 2801 is closed on both ends of the road due to a washout at milepost 0.25 and a large slide at milepost 7.

About

Keenes Horsecamp sits in a high-elevation stand of lodgepole pine and mixed conifers within Gifford Pinchot National Forest, adjacent to the Mt. Adams Wilderness. This equestrian-focused facility offers 13 campsites with 26 hi-line posts, one mounting ramp, and two manure bins. Water for stock is available on-site, but campers must bring their own drinking water. The older loop accommodates camper pickups with smaller trailers, while the newer loop can handle larger rigs. The campground provides direct access to extensive trail systems including the High Lakes Trail #116, Keenes Trail #120, and Muddy Meadows Trail #13. A free self-issued wilderness permit is required to enter the Mt. Adams Wilderness. The campground operates first-come, first-served with payment options including cash, check, or scan-and-pay via the Recreation.gov mobile app where cellular service permits. Due to its high elevation location, the campground is typically accessible only after snowmelt, generally from late July through mid-September. Winter snow and road closures prevent access during the colder months. The surrounding area offers opportunities for horseback exploration in pristine wilderness settings.

Directions

From Randle, travel south on State Highway 131 (Forest Roads 23 and 25). Veer left in 1 mile at the Y and continue on Forest Road 23 for 18.5 miles, then turn left onto Forest Road 21. Follow Forest Road 21 for 4.6 miles and turn right onto Forest Road 56. Follow Forest Road 56 for 3 miles and turn right onto Forest Road 5603. Follow Forest Road 5603 for 5.2 miles and turn right onto Forest Road 2329. Follow Forest Road 2329 for 2.5 miles to the campground on the left.

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