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Walupt Lake Campground is located in the Cowlitz Valley Ranger District, Gifford Pinchot National Forest (3 hrs 2 min west of Yakima, WA) with an elevation of 3,923 feet. There are a total of 42 campsites including 15 tent-only sites. The campground is normally open from the beginning of July to mid September. 27 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 20 and 30 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Each site includes a picnic table and fire ring with grill. Fees range from $25.00 to $45.00. Some amenities include drinking water, accessible, swimming, restroom. Activities include boating, fishing, hiking trails, floating sports.
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Walupt Lake Campground, WA
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Walupt Lake

64 reviews
Total sites: 42
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Available this Weekend: 22 + 14 FF*
Booking Window: 6 months

3,923 ft
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@CheyenneRBEE03 · Camped on Aug 28, 2025 at Campsite #14
It's been sad to watch this camp ground deteriorate over the last 5 years. There used to be working water. There used to be trash service. And now it's pack-in/pack-out (which I get and respect). I'm hoping the community get keep this place beautiful and open so it doesn't get shut down.
@ShannonMD321EC · Camped on Aug 27, 2025 at Campsite #29
The campground was maybe half full, or a little under so it was nice and quiet. Even if it had been full, the spots are nicely spaced, other than one group site being across from where we were, but it was empty this time. The bathrooms were clean and clearly managed as the second morning I could smell cleaner and there was always toilet paper (campers, please remember to close the lid on the vault toilets when you're done). The beach access was perfect for our toddler and even though we didn't fully swim on this trip, you could see it was a nice, gradual slope, so lots of space for little ones to get in/swim safely. Obviously no fault of the campground, but the only negative was the burn ban, so no campfires, but appreciated everyone seeming to follow the ban. No potable water was not a big deal, as we've camped in places like that before, just be prepared. In my opinion, the road is nowhere near as bad as some of the reviews make it sound. We were in a Subaru Forester, and other than a couple washout spots and potholes, it was really just fine. It does sometimes feel like driving on rumble strips for a bit, but I was expecting much, much worse. We will definitely be back with our kayaks!
@RachelF8512379 · Camped on Aug 21, 2025 at Campsite #28
Gorgeous lake for paddling and swimming, clean and reasonably private camp sites. Bathrooms had TP and trash got picked up.
@KatherineG5078 · Camped on Aug 17, 2025 at Campsite #4
Great location! A wonderful remote getaway!
@VanS5391282CDC · Camped on Aug 12, 2025 at Campsite #21
There is a lot of gravel road to get to the campground. The lake waters washed all of that away. The camp host kept bathrooms very clean and the hikes were exhilarating. Nights were quiet and cool.
@CourtneyA36181 · Camped on Aug 10, 2025 at Campsite #12
Lovely and peaceful campsite with well spaced sites.
@MadelineM64437 · Camped on Aug 8, 2025 at Campsite #21
The campground was very clean, and the rangers wer on top of their game; they came through camp making the rounds and were helpful when we had questions. Very quiet for being a full campground. We hiked to the falls and that trail could use a bit of maintenance at the creek crossing, but just beautiful. Appreciate all the National Forests and the people who keep it safe.
@FlorenceFB881B · Camped on Jul 20, 2025 at Campsite #17
Overall, a lovely place for camping, hiking, and kayaking. One suggestion? Please fix the potable (drinking) water supply.
@RandyS7957196 · Camped on Jul 16, 2025 at Campsite #4
Really nice / pretty lake. Very nice beach and swimming area. Most for the camp sites are reasonably far enough apart. Unfortunate that the Forest service has chosen to not repair the pump that provided water to outlets in the camp ground.
@KirbyK1416290 · Camped on Jul 16, 2025 at Campsite #5
The organization responsible for maintaining the toilets did not do a very good job of keeping them clean and stocked.
@JanelleS687174 · Camped on Jul 15, 2025 at Campsite #16
Things I liked: Beautiful lake! Swimming and floating on the water and hanging out on shore. Pleasant, comfortable campsite with parking for 2+ vehicles. Restroom cleaned regularly.Things I didn't like: Long, rough, gravel road, lots of mosquitos, bring your own water.
@CarrieW3889332 · Camped on Jul 12, 2025 at Campsite #26
Beautiful lake (I mean WOW) and nice, spacious campground. Only issue was the mosquitos! Definitely come prepared for them and not just dusk and dawn. Will be back!
@ValerieK8500F6 · Camped on Jul 11, 2025 at Campsite #32
This lake is beautiful. The campground is very rustic with no running water and the pit toilets are pretty disgusting. Also, the mosquitoes were horrible.
@AlP8077497 · Camped on Jul 11, 2025 at Campsite #28
Beautiful campground and hiking. The lake is beautiful and big enough for everyone. The only thing that would make the campground better is potable water.
@WalterA1590305 · Camped on Sep 10, 2024 at Campsite #31
Great to camp on the lake. The road in is pretty tough until the last couple miles.
@DeborahJ639749 · Camped on Aug 22, 2024 at Campsite #40
Such a beautiful spot. Clean and has a camp host. A wonderful place.right on Pacific Crest Trail. Great paddle boarding on lake. Very relaxing.
@LorenB511923CB · Camped on Aug 11, 2024 at Campsite #26
Road to get there is horrible and not maintained. After years of having water provided, the Forest Service after approximately 4 years have refused to repair the water pump. (So still no water). There were many signs stating that you had to take your garbage home with you. When the camp host took their 2 days off, there was no toilet paper for any of the out houses.
@ChandraS3C922D · Camped on Jul 28, 2024 at Campsite #33
Our most favorite campground! Lots of hiking and fishing/cray fishing to be had. Usually very quiet (if you dont stay along the lake). Double sites are a great investment if you have kids or a dog. Bring a kayak or boat or hike to the opposite end of the lake to escape the day use crowds. They will pretty much consume the beach. At times it was difficult to access our boat due to packed sun canopies and beach blankets, and at one point people were using my kayak as personal storage. (Obviously Friday-Sunday are the worst days) Be prepared for biting and stinging bugs of all kinds. The biting flies, ground hornets and black jackets were especially bad this year.
@KeturahM439A51 · Camped on Jul 28, 2024 at Campsite #21
Beautiful remote lake with plenty of lake access. Huge beautiful trees creating a hush over the entire campground. I really enjoyed our time here.
@JohnE3306958 · Camped on Aug 27, 2023 at Campsite #6
We really like Walupt Lake CG and this beautful lake. However, the Forest Service needs to fix the pressurized potable water system or replace it by drilling a couple new wells and installing hand pumps like the Naches Basin campgrounds on the Okanogan-Wenatchee NF. More people would use this campground and stay longer if you provided potable water like you used to. Secure some of President Biden's infrastructure funding and get the well fixed!
@AliC4E4A98EDB2 · Camped on Aug 20, 2023 at Campsite #33
The campground itself is fine. Standard campground and bathrooms scenario. I will however advise anyone who doesnt have high clearance or solid suspension to think twice about staying. The road there is a 1 hour gravel road there poorly maintained in areas and tons of wash boarding. The roads horrible and long. Its a great spot for hikers passing through on the PCTA but the drive just isnt worth it. Plus lots of bees if youre allergic.
@JuliaS6816363 · Camped on Aug 12, 2023 at Campsite #12
wonderful lake and campground
@TomG1587676 · Camped on Aug 10, 2023 at Campsite #7
Beautiful and shady camp sites. Camp hosts were kind, helpful and organized.
@Monicae9A5463D · Camped on Jul 18, 2023 at Campsite #40
#40 was a great place if you are looking for a spot near the water. Its really close to #41 though, so if a couple of families want to camp together this would be a great spot for it.
@KirstenC809392 · Camped on Jul 16, 2023 at Campsite #13
This campground has a lot of pros with a few cons. This campground is beautiful, the lake and the creek are just incredible. This campground has amazing wildlife. There are crawfish to catch in the river and lake, trout to fish for, garter snakes, blue jays, hawks, and frogs. Our 12yr old loved catching the crawfish and frogs and wading in the river and lake. The lake does have A LOT of shallow water to wade into which was very enjoyable - the lake is very family friendly. The hosts were extremely nice and the campground was well maintained. The pit bathrooms didn't smell horrible, were stocked and clean. We were at site 13, which had an incredible view of the river. The only con to the site was the mosquitos were absolutely horrendous (we were here 7/16-7/20). There were just swarms and nothing would help keep them away. We were there 3 nights & had to leave early because we were just being eaten alive! Next time we come to this campground we will defiantly make sure we are no where near the river. The only other con was the 20 mile/1 hour drive up the horrible gravel road up to the campground. This is our second time at this campground and we might be back.

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