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Cresap Bay Campground

Closed For the Season

This campground is closed for the season from November 11, 2024 through May 31, 2025.

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Cresap Bay Campground, near Yale, WA, is situated in a region characterized by forested terrain and proximity to water bodies. The area experiences temperatures ranging from the 30s in winter to the 80s in summer. Nearby attractions include the scenic Yale Reservoir and the Mount St. Helens National Volcanic Monument, offering opportunities for exploration and outdoor activities.

Description

Open Friday before Memorial Day through September 30: 6 a.m. - 9 p.m.

Attention: No camping trailers, 5th wheels, RVs, etc. allowed in day use parking area. 56 overnight campsites Group camping facility with 15 campsites (group site has a covered shelter with a fireplace, sink and electricity) Day use and camping Swimming beach Two-lane boat ramp Separate 23-slip marina available for first come, first served use by overnight guests at the campground Water, restrooms and showers provided Recreational vehicle dump station, but no RV hook-ups at campsites Entrance gate closes at 9 p.m.

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Location

Cresap Bay Campground is located in Washington

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Directions

From the I-5 Woodland, Washington Exit #21 take Highway 503 East, approximately 24 miles, turn right at 503 South, drive approximately 3 miles to Cresap.

Coordinates

45.96985583 N
122.38327675 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
    Good
  • Verizon
    Good
  • AT&T
    Unknown
  • T-Mobile
    Unknown

Site Types

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

Features

For Campers

  • ADA Access
  • Trash
  • Picnic Table
  • Firewood Available
  • Reservable
  • Showers
  • Drinking Water
  • Toilets
  • Pets
  • Fires

For Vehicles

  • Sanitary Dump

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3 Reviews

Reviewed Jul. 6, 2023

Great but busy.

This park has very nice camp sites. Paved parking pads, plenty of flat space for tents and pop ups in most sites, pretty dense forest so good isolation. There is a marina for camp use only, which is awesome, and a parking area to leave your boat trailer. There is a nice beach and swim area but this is also accessible to day use and this park gets very busy during peak season weekends. Day use regularly gets closed early because it is full. Most of the camp grounds is far enough away from the boat launch and day use to not be bothered by the noise over there. Several of the campsites are waterfront with beautiful views but beware the crumbly cliff you must scale to reach the more or less camper exclusive beach.

SiteB1
Month of VisitJune
  • Review photo of Cresap Bay Campground by Derek B., July 6, 2023
Reviewed Aug. 1, 2022

Nicely outdoors

The site was great! T4 only minus is it’s not watered front even though it says it is. Also because it’s behind a lot of forest the wind doesn’t circulate the best.

SiteT4
Month of VisitJuly
  • Review photo of Cresap Bay Campground by Claudia M., August 1, 2022
  • Review photo of Cresap Bay Campground by Claudia M., August 1, 2022
Reviewed Jun. 22, 2020

Gorgeous campground on Lake Merwin near Amboy, WA

Cresap Bay is a campground on Lake Merwin on Pacificorp land near Amboy, WA.
Full of tall trees and ferns, with large-ish sites that are separated by trees and shrubs.
Very clean, nice attentive staff.
Swimming area with beach.
It caters primary to boaters and watercraft users with a nice boat ramp, but also has a free moorage dock.
There were very few insects when we were there at the end of June, and lots of birds to see and hear.
There is an area just for tents.
No hookups, and a 7-day limit, as the place is VERY popular.

SiteA05
Month of VisitJune
  • Review photo of Cresap Bay Campground by Kent R., June 22, 2020
  • Review photo of Cresap Bay Campground by Kent R., June 22, 2020
  • Review photo of Cresap Bay Campground by Kent R., June 22, 2020
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Frequently Asked Questions

  • How much does it cost to camp at Cresap Bay Campground?

    Camping at Cresap Bay Campground can cost between $25.00 and $150.00 depending on the site.

  • What is the elevation of Cresap Bay Campground?

    Cresap Bay Campground is located at 229 feet.

  • Are fires allowed at Cresap Bay Campground?

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

  • Is there cell phone reception at Cresap Bay Campground?

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