Riffe Lake's dispersed camping area sits along the shoreline in Glenoma, Washington, with room for roughly a dozen groups spread across an open flat. No water is available on-site, and campers pack out their own trash. Port-a-potties are the only facility. On busy weekends, the mix runs from tent campers to trailers. Kosmos Recreation Area (Tacoma Public Utilities) is a nearby alternative for those wanting a more developed setup, and a convenience store sits within about five miles for resupply.

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Map & Directionsriffe lake is located in Washington near Glenoma

Detail location of campground
Dispersed Camping

Coordinates

46.487650600000016 N
122.1841113 W

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Access

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

Features

For Campers

  • Toilets

DISPERSED CAMPING

Enjoy dispersed camping on government land and leave no trace. Pack in and pack out. No (or limited) services at this camping area. Permit may be required.


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Reviewed Jul. 25, 2026

Great lakeside dispersed camping

This is an open area near the lake with room for at least a dozen different campsites. On a Friday night, there was everything from trailers to tents. People were courteous and the noise from generators, dogs, music, etc didn’t go too late. I’d come back here. Port-a-potties here, but no water or trash service.

Month of VisitJuly
  • Review photo of riffe lake by Brian , July 25, 2026
Reviewed Jul. 3, 2026

Riffe Lake Dispersed Camping

Very nice for what it is. Beautiful views. Convenient store about 5 miles away. Quite except for kids playing but better than playing video games.

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