Within Gifford Pinchot National Forest, South Prairie Lake on Forest Road 66 provides dispersed camping managed by the US Forest Service. This drive-in site sits along a forest road system that requires standard vehicle clearance for access.
The dispersed setup means campers select their own spots rather than using designated sites, with the lake serving as the primary landmark for orientation. Forest Service regulations apply for length of stay and Leave No Trace principles. Campers seeking more structured amenities can find sites around Trout Lake or consider Goose Lake Campground for developed facilities.
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Map & DirectionsSouth Prairie Lake on Forest Road 66 is located in Washington near Trout Lake
Coordinates
45.91419 N
121.6939645 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
Features
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.
PERMIT might be REQUIRED
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Drive Time
- 2 hrs 10 min from Portland, OR
- 2 hrs 49 min from Longview, WA
- 2 hrs 56 min from Salem, OR
- 3 hrs 1 min from Yakima, WA
