Best RV Parks & Resorts near Trout Lake, WA

Several RV parks near Trout Lake provide full hookup sites with varying amenities. Elk Meadows RV Park operates from April 15 to November 15 with spacious pull-through sites featuring 30 and 50 amp electric, water, and sewer connections. Most sites include fire pits and picnic tables on level ground suitable for larger rigs. Cascade Peaks Family Campground in Randle offers year-round access with 30-amp electric hookups, while Timberlake Campground & RV in Stevenson accommodates big rigs with 50-amp service from March through October. Cougar RV Park, located near the Lewis River, provides full hookup sites with 50-amp service for larger motorhomes. "Large spaces, easy to drive through, 30 and 50 amp, most sites had full hookups with fire pits and picnic tables," wrote one camper about Elk Meadows.

Many RV parks in the region feature sanitary dump stations for those without full hookup sites. For travelers with satellite internet needs, tree coverage varies significantly between parks, with some offering open sites and others nestled under heavy forest canopy affecting reception. During summer months, particularly July and August, advance reservations are strongly recommended as parks fill quickly with visitors exploring Mount Adams and the surrounding wilderness areas. Pet policies are generally accommodating, though leash requirements are standard. Cell service can be spotty throughout the area, especially at parks farther from Highway 14 and the Columbia River corridor. Winter travelers should note that many mountain access roads may require chains or have seasonal closures, while year-round parks maintain plowed access routes for RVs.

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Best RV Sites Near Trout Lake, Washington (147)

    1. Elk Meadows RV Park

    10 Reviews
    Trout Lake, WA
    2 miles
    Website
    +1 (509) 395-2400

    "Large spaces, easy to drive through, 30 and 50 amp, most sites had full hookups with fire pits and picnic tables."

    "There are hiking trails and several places to enjoy trout lake while hiking. There were deer on the trail today."

    2. Mt Hood Village Resort

    46 Reviews
    Rhododendron, OR
    49 miles
    Website
    +1 (888) 707-1477

    "Our spot was a 40ft pull through with full hookups, cable, a fire pit, and a picnic table. We were parked next to the bathroom that was in the area and the facilities were very clean."

    "We decided to make this RV park our maiden voyage in our new Travel Trailer."

    3. Gorge Base Camp RV Park

    8 Reviews
    White Salmon, WA
    19 miles
    Website
    +1 (509) 493-1111

    $30 - $60 / night

    "The tracks are below the level of the park, and we quite like the train rumble.  The highway is at a higher elevation than the park, so that noise didn't particularly bother us either. "

    "This camp ground is fantastic, sites are very well maintained and level. Full service hook ups including sewer. Great segregated tent camp area with available water."

    4. Peach Beach RV Park on the Columbia

    25 Reviews
    Cheatham Lock and Dam, WA
    40 miles
    Website
    +1 (509) 773-4927

    $40 - $45 / night

    "Nice large sites, lots of communal areas like grass areas and river access. Went during COVID so restrooms were closed, but toilet/shower rooms were there."

    "Lots of shade. Enough space between sites. Easy back-ins and some pull-throughs. A lot of background noise bordering on white noise, so not bad. Spotless restrooms. Beautiful views of the river."

    5. Bridge of The Gods Motel Cabins & RV Park

    6 Reviews
    Cascade Locks, OR
    29 miles
    Website
    +1 (541) 374-8628

    $45 - $800 / night

    "Then you drive out and around the corner and you get to where the RVs and cabins are. It's mostly a long driveway/road with cabins and spots for RVs on each side."

    6. Lewis & Clark Campground & RV Park

    4 Reviews
    North Bonneville, WA
    33 miles
    Website
    +1 (509) 427-5559

    "Nice quiet campground, some long term campers. Close to the Columbia River. Beautiful view nice established old timber. It is close to the train track. Enjoyed our stay here"

    7. Cougar RV Park and Campground

    5 Reviews
    Cougar, WA
    37 miles
    Website
    +1 (360) 238-5224

    $25 - $125 / night

    "This is a great spot to drop your RV and head up to the mountain! Full hookup spots did seem close together and it was a tad busy being summer and all!"

    "We are a professional late 50s / early 60s couple new to the van life, and not RV-oriented, so we are a little careful about choosing sites with adequate peacefulness, space and privacy. "

    8. Cascade Peaks Family Campground

    8 Reviews
    Packwood, WA
    39 miles
    Website
    +1 (360) 494-7931

    "Not sure why some reviews are so negative, as we found this park to be really peaceful. The owner was truly helpful telling us how best to get to see Mt Rainier and what routes."

    "I always pay for showers and laundry yr. Round and anyone else in the office sets me up with what ever I need and with smiles and awesome attitudes but not Corine.I want to know why."

    9. Timberlake Campground & RV

    11 Reviews
    Keystone Harbor, WA
    21 miles
    Website
    +1 (509) 427-2267

    "Away from the railroad tracks. Great sites for tent camping. RV spots are a little close. Clean bathhouse. Don’t be scared away because there are no pull through spots."

    "A bit of a drive to get there but worth it. Extremely well-run campground in a beautiful setting with good access to the town of Hood River."

    10. Packwood RV Park & Campground

    4 Reviews
    Packwood, WA
    43 miles
    Website
    +1 (360) 494-5145

    "Packwood which is a small little town next to White Pass is a great place to visit if you want to get away in Washington and be outdoors."

    "Great quiet place. There’s a lot of things around walking distance (all within a couple min walk). Also has great showers bathrooms and laundry ($1.75 per load)."

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RV Park Reviews near Trout Lake, WA

1074 Reviews of 147 Trout Lake Campgrounds


  • Michell C.
    May. 14, 2023

    Elk Meadows RV Park

    Gorgeous place!

    What a beautiful RV park! Large spaces, easy to drive through, 30 and 50 amp, most sites had full hookups with fire pits and picnic tables. There is a park right on the lake, wonderful wildlife viewing, an adult size set of swings just made my day. Took me back to small kid times! Wifi available at the pavilion near the park. Very clean bathrooms. Large dumpsters. and a dump station. We also saw a propane fill station as well. We will definitely be back.

  • JThe Dyrt PRO User
    May. 17, 2023

    Lepage Park Campground

    Well-kept, easy access

    Good weekend getaway from Portland. I had a decent-sized back-in site with fire ring and picnic table and room enough for my hammock. The pull-through sites run along the water’s edge, offering water views but smaller pads and tragically, blocking my view. There’s no shade but the breeze kept things cool enough. Site hookups include 50 amp and water. Dump station was in good shape. The park is well-maintained. My dog had a large area to run off-leash (not sure if this is technically permitted but no one complained), splash around and chase birds. We did the nearby Deschutes River Canyon trail. You can easily put in a kayak or SUP for paddling at the campground.

  • JThe Dyrt PRO User
    Jul. 4, 2025

    Rimrock Lake Resort

    Beautiful sunsets, but windy

    We stayed in Site 11 for 2 nights at the end of June 2025.

    The campground is located on the side of HWY 12 on a small rocky peninsula, this surprising spot on Rimrock Lake (reservoir created by the dams built about 100 years ago) is run by a retired couple for the last 5 years (as of summer 2025).
    It offers a boat launch, 25 or so sites of mixed services (ranging from full hookup [elect/water/sewer] to basic site with picnic table and firepit), and a couple of cabins, and a bath-house on the east side (2 separate restrooms with shower stalls).

    The sites are mostly back in, with a few (like site 11) that are pull-through.
    The western side sites (1 - 17?) have beautiful views, but the typical afternoon/evening wind can be quite, well, windy, while the eastern side is sheltered from the wind. We hiked around the small peninsula and the wind disappeared.
    The small office has a few snacks and camping items but isn't open all the time - only when the owner couple is around.
    If you are going to go hiking, you only need to drive a few miles west on Hwy 12 to find several other public campgrounds and some nice scenery, while continuing west up towards the pass and ski resort area on Hwy 12 has several scenic viewpoints that you should plan to stop at for a few minutes each (Lava Falls, etc).
    The lake itself is rather sparsely used (one or two boats or a jet ski way off in the distance). We had three very friendly chipmunks who visited our site often and were happy to sit on the old stump and join our camp.

  • C M.
    Jul. 16, 2020

    Peach Beach RV Park on the Columbia

    Solid Glamping

    For what it is, it’s the best it can be. Nice large sites, lots of communal areas like grass areas and river access. Went during COVID so restrooms were closed, but toilet/shower rooms were there. Trees at every site for shade and picnic tables as well. No fire pits, but all of eastern Washington is doing that these days. Nice little lagoon on the river for kids to swim. Boat launch, lots of wind surfers. Of course that means a fair amount of wind, but it’s the Columbia and that’s kind of its thing. Waving Tree winery within walking distance, Maryhill and a few others is you’re up for a drive. Kids loved Stonehenge replica on the way out. Fruit stand walkable, too. Hosts were awesome super cordial. If you want full hookups, space is limited, but there’s a dump station with two spots.

  • Shawna P.
    Jul. 24, 2019

    Maryhill State Park Campground

    Eh

    For a large busy park it has everything you need: showers, garbage, water, electricity...however, this geared more towards travelers with RVs and travel trailers that are passing through the area. It is quite noisy (interstate meets highway meets railroad at Biggs Junction). Not somewhere I’d recommend for extended stay unless you enjoy hanging out at camp or like wine (Maryhill and Waving Tree are a stones throw away). The river access is a bit awkward as you had to basically walk through other camper’s campsites to access the beach. The swim beach was very small with shallow pools of seaweed/algae. The campsites were decently sized though giving enough room to be somewhat private from your neighbors even though everyone can see each other clearly. There were lots of dumpsters available and bathrooms are conveniently located in the center of the camping loops so walking from all camp sites are about the same distance to the restrooms.

  • A
    Sep. 14, 2023

    Rufus RV Park

    Perfect for Overnight Stay

    Friendly host who answers phone herself. Separate sections for short- and long-term guests. Level pull-through sites with gravel and well- kept grassy areas in between. Modern bath house and laundry area. Lots of potted flowers. Dog-walking area. Distant traffic noise from I-84. I would stay there again in a heartbeat.

  • Dave H.
    Oct. 20, 2021

    Port of Cascade Locks Campground

    Small and Great!

    A very small campground with water and electric only. Level sites with bathrooms and showers close. There is a dump station on site. A beautiful setting along the Columbia River. Sites back up to parking lot below for Thunder Island and native american fishing platforms. The Columbia paddle wheeler is walking distance nearby for a dinner or sightseeing cruise. Thunder Island Brewing is a couple of blocks away. I think there are only ten camp sites and a camp host that we never met. This is a hidden treasure for smaller campers and travel trailers.

  • Shari  G.The Dyrt PRO User
    Jul. 26, 2022

    Sunset Falls Campground

    Inexpensive, Gorgeous, & Quiet

    This is the kind of campground that we love, small, quiet and lovely. Tucked right on the banks of the East Fork of the Lewis River and on the edge of the Gifford Pinchot National Forest, this is a great get away for anyone in the Vancouver / Portland area. The campsites are small with pull-through parking that could accommodate rigs up to 35’ or up to three vehicles. It’s short enough to walk it before pulling in to see if you’ve got enough room to turn around. 

    The sites all have fire rings, and picnic tables and a small tent pad. The vault toilet buildings have taken the brunt of 3 decades of the Washington moss and lichen so were further along the way toward decomposition than I normally like in a bathroom building and smelly, but they were clean enough to use. The water was clean and good tasting and the campground hosts were friendly and efficient. 

    The campground was pretty forested, but we were able to still charge up our solar powered system even on cloudy days in one of the less wooded sites. We didn’t even need to pull out our portable solar panel, which we often do when camping in forested areas, allowing the camper to be in the shade, keeping it cool, and being able to put the panel out in the sun. 

    Nearby recreation opportunities are endless, from the world-class paddling on the Lewis River to many nearby creeks and streams. The area is a waterfall chaser’s dream, with many parks and hiking trails within 20 miles, just follow the road back downstream and stop at the many parks along the way. The road is pretty narrow and I wouldn’t recommend riding road bikes along the busy paved roads, but further into the forest the dirt road offers some great access and is perfect for gravel bikes. 

    In this area you’re about 20-30 minutes from suburban Vancouver WA, where pretty much everything is available, including some pretty fabulous wineries. Check 'em out!

  • B
    Sep. 20, 2019

    Ainsworth State Park Campground

    Suprised

    When we pulled in with our 40' Coach I thought oboy I blew it. Getting into our site was a little tight but doable. We were in a pull through tucked in the forest with full hookups. A fire pit and picnic table too! If you go camping to stay inside our Verizon phones, Sprint hot spot and over the air TV all worked. You can hear the train in a distance and a little traffic. It is a great spot and we will come here again.


Guide to Trout Lake

Trout Lake, Washington, offers a fantastic escape for RV camping enthusiasts, surrounded by stunning natural beauty and a variety of outdoor activities.

Big rigs should check out Gorge Base Camp RV Park

  • The Gorge Base Camp RV Park features full hookups, including 30 and 50 amp options, making it suitable for larger RVs.
  • This park is pet-friendly and offers amenities like showers and drinking water, ensuring a comfortable stay for all guests.
  • Located near the Hood River bridge, it provides easy access to local attractions while maintaining a well-maintained environment.

Enjoy the breathtaking views at Elk Meadows RV Park

  • The Elk Meadows RV Park boasts large, flat sites with stunning views of Mt. Adams, perfect for nature lovers.
  • Guests can enjoy hiking trails and wildlife viewing, including deer sightings right from the campground.
  • The park is known for its clean facilities and friendly hosts, making it a welcoming spot for families and groups.

Some prices for RV Parks range from $30 to $50

  • Rates at the Lewis & Clark Campground & RV Park typically fall within this range, offering a budget-friendly option for travelers.
  • The park features essential amenities like electric hookups, showers, and a sanitary dump, ensuring a hassle-free camping experience.
  • Located close to the Columbia River, it provides opportunities for fishing and exploring the scenic surroundings.

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According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular RV campground near Trout Lake, WA is Elk Meadows RV Park with a 4.5-star rating from 10 reviews.

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