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Established Camping

Alder Lake Campground

Alder Lake Campground is located near the forested terrain of Washington, offering a mix of wooded areas and open spaces. Temperatures range from lows in the 30s Fahrenheit during winter to highs in the 80s during summer. Nearby attractions include Mount Rainier National Park and the Nisqually River, providing opportunities for hiking and exploring nature.

Description

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Alder Lake Park is located about 10 miles south of Eatonville on the northern end of Alder Lake, which was formed by Alder Dam in 1945. Our dams generate clean, renewable hydroelectric energy. The park is available to the public for camping, boating, swimming, water skiing, fishing and day use.

We have campsites available across four campgrounds — Main, Osprey, Elk Plain, Rocky Point and group — including: 35 with water, electric and sewer hookups 74 with water and electric hookups 62 tent sites 35-site group camp with water, electric and sewer hookups

Fee Info

Jan. 2 – May 14 Water/electric/sewer hookups – $37 Water/electric hookups – $35 Tent sites – $25

May 15 – Sept. 15 Water/electric/sewer hookups – $42 Water/electric hookups – $39 Tent sites – $27

Sept. 16 – Dec. 19 Water/electric/sewer hookups – $37 Water/electric hookups – $35 Tent sites – $25

Reservation Info

You can reserve a campsite up to nine months in advance for dates between May 15 and Sept. 15. Individual sites are available on a first-come, first-served basis the rest of the year except for Dec. 20 through Jan. 1 when the park is closed. Sites not reserved between May 15 and Sept. 15 are available for one-night stays on a first-come, first-served basis.

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Location

Alder Lake Campground is located in Washington

Detail location of campground

Coordinates

46.800393 N
122.300126 W

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Access

  • Drive-In
    Park next to your site
  • Walk-In
    Park in a lot, walk to your site.

Stay Connected

  • WiFi
    Unknown
  • Verizon
    Poor
  • AT&T
    Available
  • T-Mobile
    Available

Site Types

  • Tent Sites
  • RV Sites
  • Standard (Tent/RV)
  • Group

Features

For Campers

  • Market
  • ADA Access
  • Trash
  • Picnic Table
  • Firewood Available
  • Phone Service
  • Reservable
  • Showers
  • Drinking Water
  • Electric Hookups
  • Toilets
  • Alcohol
  • Pets
  • Fires

For Vehicles

  • Sanitary Dump
  • Sewer Hookups
  • Water Hookups
  • Big Rig Friendly

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3 Reviews

Reviewed Jun. 24, 2024

2nd visit

This is our second trip here. Lovely trees and lake. Half the sites don’t have sewer hookup but dump station is free. Easy ride up to paradise to Rainier National Park

Site26
Month of VisitJune
Reviewed Jun. 24, 2024

Good times!

Big campground. Lots of loops and options, we had to hike to our site which isn’t bad. The overall campground isn’t woodsy. Also our site had a slope so the table and tent was on a tilt. Water nearby, bathrooms clean, trash picked up regularly, water was hot! Great lake for canoeing and Mt. Rainer is right there for a gorgeous view!

Site216
Month of VisitJune
  • Review photo of Alder Lake Campground by Eugene C., June 24, 2024
Reviewed Sep. 16, 2023

Campground from the 1990s

Very quiet at night. Trees throughout the campground. The bathroom was conveniently located and clean. Roads are a touch narrow in places. The 1-to-40 sites campground is laid out in a loop. The turn at the end is very tight for 35-foot motor home towing. Our site#10 dropped 13 inches between the rear and front axle. A few Lego blocks and jack pads addressed the problem. The campground is on a small hill. Few of the sites are level. Most have at least one slope of varying degrees. Double T Meats in Eatonville is worth a visit. We camped at Alder Lake Park in a Motorhome.

Site10
Month of VisitSeptember
  • Review photo of Alder Lake Campground by Cande D., September 16, 2023
  • Review photo of Alder Lake Campground by Cande D., September 16, 2023
  • Review photo of Alder Lake Campground by Cande D., September 16, 2023
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Frequently Asked Questions

  • How much does it cost to camp at Alder Lake Campground?

    Camping at Alder Lake Campground can cost between $25.00 and $42.00 depending on the site.

  • Does Alder Lake Campground have RV hookups?

    According to TheDyrt.com, Alder Lake Campground has water hookups and sewer hookups.

  • Are fires allowed at Alder Lake Campground?

    Yes, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, fires are allowed at Alder Lake Campground, although make sure to check current fire restrictions in the area.

  • Does Alder Lake Campground have wifi?

    No, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, Alder Lake Campground does not have wifi.

  • Is there cell phone reception at Alder Lake Campground?

    According to campers on TheDyrt.com, Verizon signal is poor, AT&T is available, and T-Mobile is available.