Walupt Lake Campground
Closed — Closed for the season. The campground operates mid-May through mid-September. Road access is generally only possible late May through late October due to snow. Reservations open several months in advance through Recreation.gov.
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
Walupt Lake Campground offers a secluded mountain experience on the shores of the 384-acre Walupt Lake, the second largest lake in Gifford Pinchot National Forest. Located at high elevation and surrounded by the Goat Rocks Wilderness, the campground provides outstanding views of the southern Goat Rocks Wilderness peaks and Mt. Adams. The facility includes various sizes of camping units accommodating vehicles up to 22 feet, as well as 7 walk-in sites for those seeking a more primitive experience. The clear mountain waters of Walupt Lake are popular with anglers casting for brook, rainbow, and cutthroat trout. A primitive boat ramp allows access for both motorized and non-motorized boats, with a 10 mph speed limit on the lake. The day use area provides excellent swimming opportunities on hot summer days, though mosquitoes can be problematic early in the season. Numerous trails can be accessed from the campground. Walupt Lake Trail #101 runs along the northern edge of the lake and offers an easy hike to the end of the lake. Nannie Ridge Trail #98 climbs steeply but rewards hikers with spectacular views of the Goat Rocks Wilderness. The Coleman Weedpatch Trail is also nearby. Free self-issuing wilderness permits are required before entering the Goat Rocks Wilderness and are available at trailheads. The campground's location between Mt. Adams, Mt. Rainier, and Mount St. Helens makes day trips to any of these volcanic peaks possible.
Directions
From Randle, Washington travel south on State Highway 131 (Forest Roads 23 and 25). Veer left in 1 mile at the Y of Forest Road 23 and Forest Road 25. Continue to follow Forest Service Road 23 for 17.5 miles then turn left onto Forest Road 21. Follow Forest Road 21 for 12.6 miles to the junction of Forest Road 2160. Turn right on Forest Road 2160 and arrive at the campground in 4.7 miles.
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Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | — |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | No |
| Water Hookups | No |
| Sewer Hookups | No |
| Camp Store | — |
| Price | $25 - $45 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 30ft |
| Max Trailer Length | 30ft |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (661) 702-1420 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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