Soda Springs Campground
Currently closed for the season. Operating season is typically July through September. The campground is first-come, first-served only with a 14-day stay limit. Fee is $20/night payable via cash, check, or the Recreation.gov Scan and Pay mobile app.
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. Some examples of these include hay bales, hay…
About
Soda Springs Campground is a small, rustic Forest Service campground located at the end of Forest Road 4510.052 within Gifford Pinchot National Forest. The seven campsites are nestled in a stand of Douglas fir, western hemlock, and silver fir, offering moderate screening and a quiet atmosphere with minimal traffic. Each site includes a picnic table and fire ring with grill. The campground has one old-style double vault toilet but no potable water, so campers must bring their own supply. The Cowlitz Trail #44 trailhead is located within the campground, providing direct access to the adjacent William O. Douglas Wilderness. A free, self-issued wilderness permit is required to enter the wilderness. Nearby attractions include a historic soda spring that was once the site of a bottling facility. Horses are prohibited in the campground itself; equestrians should use the nearby Soda Spring Horse Trailhead. The access road is a moderately steep single lane with occasional pullouts. Larger trailers are not recommended; the campground is best suited for tent camping, pickup campers, or smaller trailers.
Directions
From Packwood, WA, proceed northeast on US Highway 12 for approximately 9 miles to Forest Road 45. Turn left on Forest Road 45 and proceed 0.35 miles to Forest Road 4510. Continue straight on Forest Road 4510 for 4.2 miles to Forest Road 4510-052. Bear right on Forest Road 4510-052 and follow to Soda Springs Campground.
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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 | $20 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (661) 702-1420 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
Availability
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