Waterfall enthusiasts will find direct trailhead access to the Lewis River Falls system from this church-operated campground in Heisson, Washington. The facility sits adjacent to the lower falls, with hiking trails leading to middle and upper falls just a few miles upstream. As one camper notes, it's "the kind of campsite that's worth staying at for more than one night."
The campground operates primarily as a group retreat center for churches and organizations, though individual RV sites with full hookups remain available through reservations. The property features a mix of older cabins and newer buildings, plus amenities like playgrounds, soccer fields, and a commercial kitchen. Sites include picnic tables and fire pits, with abundant trees suitable for hammock setup. No pets are permitted on the grounds.
RV campers can access electric, water, and sewer hookups at designated pull-through spots, while the facility also provides restrooms, showers, and WiFi. The campground tends to draw crowds due to its proximity to urban areas and waterfall access. Swimming opportunities exist in the river, though visitors report that while Lucia Falls is nearby, the more impressive cascades lie further upstream along the trail system.
This setup works best for RV travelers seeking waterfall access and groups planning organized retreats, though the church camp atmosphere may not suit those preferring traditional campground settings.
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Map & DirectionsLewis River Campground Community of Christ is located in Washington near Heisson
Coordinates
45.83484445 N
122.48393836 W
Connectivity
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Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Group
- Cabins
Features
For Campers
- ADA Access
- Trash
- Picnic Table
- Firewood Available
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- WiFi
- Showers
- Drinking Water
- Electric Hookups
- Toilets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Sanitary Dump
- Sewer Hookups
- Water Hookups
- Pull-Through Sites
Drive Time
- 34 min from Portland, OR
- 47 min from Longview, WA
- 1 hr 23 min from Salem, OR
- 1 hr 37 min from Olympia, WA
