Mt. Adams Horse Camp
Closed — Closed for winter. Typically opens in late May for the summer season and closes in fall when snow arrives.
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
Mt. Adams Horse Camp is a specialized equestrian campground situated in a pleasant wooded area at the base of Mount Adams within Gifford Pinchot National Forest. Designed specifically for horse camping, the facility provides essential amenities for stock including highlines at each site, a loading ramp, and water for animals. An open field adjacent to the main camping area offers overflow camping space and provides campers with beautiful views of Mount Adams. The campground serves as an excellent base for exploring the extensive trail system in the area. Approximately 20 miles of trails are accessible from the campground, including the Wicky Creek Trail and Big Tree Trail, with routes leading into the Mt. Adams Wilderness. The location combines the convenience of developed camping facilities with access to backcountry riding opportunities. Campers should note that water at the campground is for stock only and is not potable for human consumption. The facility includes vault toilets and operates on a first-come, first-served basis with no advance reservations. Sites are $15 per night with an additional $5 fee for extra vehicles. Wilderness regulations apply within Mt. Adams Wilderness boundaries.
Directions
From Trout Lake, take Mt. Adams Road north to the intersection with Forest Road 23 and fork right. Continue one mile to Forest Road 80 (signed South Climb), turn left, and continue to spur road 031. Turn left at the sign for the horse camp and drive to the entrance on the right.
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Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $15 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | — |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (360) 891-5000 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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