Merrill Lake Campground
Reviewed Oct. 31, 2022

Merrill Lake

Discover pass required

 Merrill Lake, just outside of Cougar, WA feels very remote, despite its relatively close proximity to the Portland/Vancouver area. This campground is best suited for tent camping, as there is only one RV site and sometimes it’s occupied by a camp host.

I met up with some folks who were in tents and occupied the tent spots and spent the night in the parking lot in my van. Several other folks did this as well. You're just a little ways from the campsites that have picnic tables and fire pits. 

The lake is the real attraction here. Great for paddle boarding or kayaking. There's a boat launch. Best of all, it's free!

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  • Review photo of Merrill Lake Campground by Kathy B., October 31, 2022
  • Review photo of Merrill Lake Campground by Kathy B., October 31, 2022
  • Review photo of Merrill Lake Campground by Kathy B., October 31, 2022
  • Review photo of Merrill Lake Campground by Kathy B., October 31, 2022
  • Review photo of Merrill Lake Campground by Kathy B., October 31, 2022
  • Review photo of Merrill Lake Campground by Kathy B., October 31, 2022
  • Review photo of Merrill Lake Campground by Kathy B., October 31, 2022
  • Review photo of Merrill Lake Campground by Kathy B., October 31, 2022
  • Review photo of Merrill Lake Campground by Kathy B., October 31, 2022
  • Review photo of Merrill Lake Campground by Kathy B., October 31, 2022