Drive-in access via Forest Road 83 puts this dispersed campsite within Gifford Pinchot National Forest, managed by the US Forest Service at no cost and with no reservation required. Lava Canyon, a nearby campground, sits roughly 0.1 miles to the west. No developed facilities are on record here, so campers should arrive self-sufficient with water, waste bags, and any shelter they need. Check road conditions on FR 83 before heading out, particularly outside summer months.
Warning 1 Alert is In Effect
There is 1 alert for this campground. Camp safely!
Warning 1 Alert is In Effect
There is 1 alert for this campground. Camp safely!
Air Quality at this campground may currently be unhealthy for sensitive groups.
RV Road Trip Guides
Map & DirectionsSwift Creek on Forest Road 83 is located in Washington near Cougar
Coordinates
46.12913724 N
122.1834174 W
Connectivity
T-MobileNo Coverage- VerizonNo Coverage
- AT&TNo CoverageVerified by 1 userLast on 8/4/26
Connectivity
- T-MobileNo Coverage
- VerizonNo Coverage
- AT&TNo CoverageVerified by 1 userLast on 8/4/26
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
We curate permit requirements across the US for our PRO members. Try PRO to see if Swift Creek on Forest Road 83 needs a permit.
Drive Time
- 1 hr 22 min from Longview, WA
- 1 hr 25 min from Portland, OR
- 2 hrs 12 min from Olympia, WA
- 3 hrs 34 min from Yakima, WA
