Public Campground
Kalama Horse Camp — Gifford Pinchot National Forest
Kalama Horse Camp Campground, near Cougar, Washington, is a fantastic destination for horse lovers and families looking to enjoy the great outdoors. This rustic campground is surrounded by towering fir trees, providing a peaceful atmosphere and plenty of shade for those warm days.
Each campsite comes equipped with a picnic table and fire pit, perfect for evening gatherings. Visitors have noted the well-maintained compost toilets and the availability of horse corrals, making it a convenient choice for equestrian camping. As one camper put it, “There are several awesome trails you can take right from the campground,” which is a huge plus for those eager to explore.
The area is rich with trails, including access to the stunning Mt. St. Helens trails, making it a prime spot for hiking and horseback riding. Campers have enjoyed the beautiful views from the high trails, and many appreciate the abundance of nature, including opportunities for mushroom picking.
While amenities are limited, the campground's charm lies in its simplicity and natural beauty. Whether you're camping with horses or just looking for a quiet retreat, Kalama Horse Camp offers a unique experience that keeps visitors coming back year after year.
Description
Overview
Kalama Horse Camp is located just outside the west boundary of Mount St. Helens National Volcanic Monument, on the Gifford Pinchot National Forest. 27 sites accomodate primarily equestrian users, with nearby access to trails for horseback riding, hiking and biking.
Recreation
Interpretive Sites Hiking, biking and horseback riding trails
Facilities
Picnic Shelter Hitching Posts and Mounting Blocks
Nearby Attractions
Mount St. Helens National Volcanic Monument
Contact Info
For facility specific information, please call (661) 702-1420.
Charges & Cancellations
Cancellations Individual Campsites: Cancellations up to 2 days before a reservation start date incur a $10.00 cancellation fee. A visitor who cancels a reservation the day before or on the day of arrival will pay a $10.00 service fee AND forfeit the first night's use fee including tax and applicable add-on for a campsite. Cancellations for a one-night reservation will forfeit the entire amount paid and will not be subject to an additional service fee. Group Sites Group Facility (including Cabins and Lookouts): A visitor who cancels a group overnight facility reservation less than 14 days before the arrival date will pay a $10.00 service fee AND forfeit the first night's use fee. No-Shows A no-show visitor is one who does not arrive at a campground and does not cancel the reservation by check-out time on the day after the scheduled arrival date. Staff will hold a campsite until check-out time on the day following the arrival date. No-shows are assessed $20.00 service fee and forfeit the first night's rate, taxes and applicable add-on for a campsite. Refunds Visitors may submit a refund request through their Recreation.gov profile within 7 days of the end date of their reservation. Refunds will not be issued after the 7 days has ended. Refunds for debit or credit card payments will be issued as a credit to the original bank or credit card used to pay. For check or cash purchases, Recreation.gov will mail a Treasury check for refunds of cash, check, or money order payments to the address associated with the reservation. Treasury check refunds may take up to 6-8 weeks to arrive. In the event of an emergency closure, the Recreation.gov team or facility manager will refund all fees and will attempt to notify you using the contact information within the Recreation.gov visitor profile.
Fee Info
Extra Vehicle Fee $8.00
RV Road Trip Guides
Location
Kalama Horse Camp — Gifford Pinchot National Forest is located in Washington
Directions
From Portland, OR take I-5 north to Woodland, WA. Take Exit 21 for WA-503 E toward Woodland/Cougar. Follow WA-503 East; turn left onto Forest Road 81, following signs for Kalama Recreation Area. Travel 8 miles north; turn right and continue following signs for Forest Road 81. Campground is on the right.
Address
46__ 8'33.15"N
122__19'36.71"W
WA
Coordinates
46.142931 N
122.324099 W
Connectivity
T-MobileNo Coverage- VerizonNo Coverage
- AT&TNo Coverage
Connectivity
- T-MobileNo Coverage
- VerizonNo Coverage
- AT&TNo Coverage
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Group
- Equestrian
Features
For Campers
- Trash
- Reservable
- Toilets
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Sanitary Dump
Drive Time
- 1 hr 24 min from Longview, WA
- 1 hr 24 min from Longview, WA
- 1 hr 27 min from Portland, OR
- 1 hr 27 min from Portland, OR
- 2 hrs 13 min from Olympia, WA
- 2 hrs 13 min from Olympia, WA
- 3 hrs 52 min from Yakima, WA
- 3 hrs 52 min from Yakima, WA
