Panther Creek Campground, WA - Latest Reviews, Photos & Campground Map

Panther Creek Campground is located in the Mt. Adams Ranger District, Gifford Pinchot National Forest (1 hr 2 min northeast of Gresham, OR) with an elevation of 950 feet. There are a total of 33 campsites. The campground is normally open from mid May to mid September. Sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 20 and 40 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. Fees range from $22.00 to $40.00. Activities include fishing, hiking trails.
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@ShannaO293ECC0 · Camped on Jul 21, 2025 at Campsite #4
We had a great time. Clean. Great location. Lots of various sized campsites for different vehicle needs.
@JoeS9925475 · Camped on Jul 18, 2025 at Campsite #22
Great campground!
@AlyssaP8829786 · Camped on Jul 11, 2025 at Campsite #10
The camp host, Angela, was so helpful and kind. She helped us extend our stay another night and find the perfect campsite, and was always around when we needed anything.
@KimM8115265 · Camped on Jul 7, 2025 at Campsite #10
The camp host was helpful and friendly. Camp was clean and quiet. Appreciated nice TP- not the thin stuff. Would recommend this location
@DanielA4184025 · Camped on Jul 6, 2025 at Campsite #24
Campground was clean and pristine. Bathrooms were spotless. Camp Host, Angela, Is very welcoming and friendly. Best host ever.
@LyndeWA708A281 · Camped on Jul 3, 2025 at Campsite #7
One of my favorite spots. Large spaces. Quiet and somewhat private feel. Great host. No cell service.
@MichaelH990269 · Camped on Jul 3, 2025 at Campsite #24
We love this campground. It is great to be able to cool off in the creek and to hike directly from the campground in either direction on the PCT. The facilities were clean and well maintained and the campground was very quiet for the 4th of July.
@BenjaminG92848 · Camped on Jun 27, 2025 at Campsite #16
Clean, quiet campground.
@PamelaO6CB6135 · Camped on Jun 24, 2025 at Campsite #10
Great campground. Good spacing between sites, clean bathrooms and easy access to Pacific Crest Trail.
@Genevieve52878 · Camped on Jun 16, 2025 at Campsite #7
The camp host was very friendly, and lent extra straps to hang our hammock in the trees when she saw us struggling with ours which was too short. The forest is beautiful as always, and the creek crystal clear and gorgeous.
@JadeDB84D74E3D · Camped on Jun 13, 2025 at Campsite #26
Absolutely adore this campground and feel so strongly that instead of exploring new campgrounds for each of our yearly camping trips, we're strongly considering making this our new, go-to space. I really hope this land doesn't get sold as I know is a risk right now, and remains the beautiful, publicly accessible land it currently is.
@AnnaMariE7AB42 · Camped on Jun 13, 2025 at Campsite #25
The campsite was great with tons of space and privacy. Im always looking for campsites that are on the river, this one looked like it was on the river, but the river is right across the road down a short trail. Not a problem at all, the campsite was still great.
@DawnP956FE1391 · Camped on Jun 6, 2025 at Campsite #12
Campground was very clean, the restrooms didn't even smell which is a big difference compared to other places we've camped at. Angela, the host, was very informative and my family felt a lot safer with her around. Thank you for this wonderful experience:)
@DeborahK860315 · Camped on Jun 6, 2025 at Campsite #22
Wonderful campground. Spacious, quiet and lots to explore. Host was friendly too!!
@IsaD620472B24C · Camped on May 30, 2025 at Campsite #7
My group of 4 really loved this campsite. Quiet and each site is set far enough away from others to where it felt private. We loved the river access and hiking trails on the PCT (although the trailhead was hard to find). If we stay here again, Id want to book Site 28 for its river access and size of site.
@BruceB5637806 · Camped on May 29, 2025 at Campsite #30
Panther Creek is a really nice, woodsy campground. The sites that we have stayed at are separated enough that they are quiet and private and they are well maintained. The creek itself is fun for fly fishing, but don't expect anything over about eight inches. Of course, that could just be the limit of my fishing skills, your mileage may vary.
@JasonC1063647 · Camped on May 23, 2025 at Campsite #23
Nice campground, most sites are fairly large with good privacy.
@WV3C19E020C186 · Camped on May 23, 2025 at Campsite #13
Nice campground. Close to Portland. Beautiful falls nearby
@JanetA3115325 · Camped on May 23, 2025 at Campsite #28
Camp Host and Cooper Camp kitty are the best! Beautiful forested campground along Panther creek. Most sites have good distance and vegetation for privacy. Was there for Memorial weekend and it was nice and quiet.
@JenB2333104 · Camped on May 23, 2025 at Campsite #14
We love this camp. Its absolutely beautiful here. Small, clean, quiet. Lots of little trails to explore near the creek, and waterfalls nearby. Angela is a wonderful camp host. Dont skip on Backwoods Brewery in Carson for your growler fill!
@BobL4821699 · Camped on Jul 28, 2024 at Campsite #4
Loved the campground, secluded in the woods, and the camp host was fantastic. But be aware that you need to fill up the tank on your camper at the campground on the river if you have a camper, all they have is hand pumps at the site.
@GregD8908612 · Camped on Jul 23, 2024 at Campsite #4
Panther Creek is a beautiful campground. It's a little off the beaten path, and was not super crowded. The setting is really ideal, and the creek can be heard from any of the campsites. Angela, the campground host, was very friendly and helpful. And up the road about 5 miles is a short trail to Panther Creek Falls, which is well-worth the visit. The only issue we had was that our first spot was too shaded for our rooftop solar panel to keep our DC fridge going, but we moved to another open, sunnier spot, and all was well. Can't wait to go back.
@AngelaW2479688 · Camped on Jul 17, 2024 at Campsite #24
One of our favorite campgrounds. We had the creek right across from our campsite and loved it. The Camp Hosts are very helpful and kind. Bathrooms were always kept clean. Can't wait to return.
@ShirleeJ4076F3 · Camped on Jul 16, 2024 at Campsite #23
This is a beautiful campground! Clean and quiet and comfortable.
@JimF2202636 · Camped on Jul 7, 2024 at Campsite #16
This is our go to place for camping. Have always enjoyed ourselves here. For us its only about an hour away from home snd It puts us right where we like to go, Fishing at several lakes, Hiking, snd exploring the Indian Heaven Wilderness area and other surrounding places.

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