Established Camping
Oklahoma Campground
Oklahoma Campground, near Carson, Washington, is a rustic spot that offers a peaceful escape into nature. With large, flat sites and a backdrop of towering trees, it’s perfect for those looking to unwind and enjoy the great outdoors.
The campground features picnic tables and fire pits, making it easy to gather around for meals or evening stories. Visitors have noted the cleanliness of the facilities, including the vault toilets and the water pump, which is conveniently located near the center of the campground. As one camper mentioned, “The entire campground was clean and all the toilet facilities were spotless.”
If you’re up for some exploration, the Little White Salmon River runs alongside the campground, providing a serene spot for a quick dip or some quiet reflection. The nearby Monte Carlo Trail offers great hiking opportunities, so you can stretch your legs and soak in the stunning scenery of Gifford Pinchot National Forest.
While it’s a bit off the beaten path, campers appreciate the quiet atmosphere and spacious sites. Whether you’re tent camping or bringing an RV, Oklahoma Campground is a solid choice for a relaxing getaway.
Description
National Forest
Gifford Pinchot National Forest
Overview
Oklahoma Campground is nestled in a lush grove of large hemlock, cedar, maple and fir trees alongside the Little White Salmon River, near the Columbia River Gorge. The campground is flat and is ideal for smaller groups to camp in clusters.
Recreation
Big Lava Bed is located just west of the campground. The trail takes hikers through a landscape marked by basalt lava formations and pine forest. The multi-use Monte Carlo Trail is also nearby and can be enjoyed by hikers, mountain bikers and horseback riders. Fishing and wading is permitted in the Little White Salmon River, where anglers can find brook and rainbow trout.
Natural Features
Located in southwest Washington State, the Gifford Pinchot National Forest encompasses 1.3 million acres and includes the 110,000-acre Mount St. Helens National Volcanic Monument established by Congress in 1982. Oklahoma Campground is located in the Mt. Adams Ranger District. Elevations here range between 1,200 feet at the Wind River Work Center, 12 miles north of Carson, WA and 12,276 feet at the summit of Mt. Adams. The Mount Adams Ranger District features largely diverse habitats and natural features, from old growth to second growth forest, wetland areas, low and high elevation meadows, glaciers, and low and high elevation lakes.
Nearby Attractions
Oklahoma Campground's proximity to the Columbia River Gorge and Mount Adams, makes it an ideal base for exploring those areas.
Contact Info
This location has limited staffing. Please call (509) 427-3677 for general information.
Charges & Cancellations
Cancellations Individual Campsites: Cancellations up to 2 days before a reservation start date incur a $10.00 cancellation fee. A visitor who cancels a reservation the day before or on the day of arrival will pay a $10.00 service fee AND forfeit the first night's use fee including tax and applicable add-on for a campsite. Cancellations for a one-night reservation will forfeit the entire amount paid and will not be subject to an additional service fee. No-Shows A no-show visitor is one who does not arrive at a campground and does not cancel the reservation by check-out time on the day after the scheduled arrival date. Staff will hold a campsite until check-out time on the day following the arrival date. No-shows are assessed $20.00 service fee and forfeit the first night's rate, taxes and applicable add-on for a campsite. Refunds Visitors may submit a refund request through their Recreation.gov profile within 7 days of the end date of their reservation. Refunds will not be issued after the 7 days has ended. Refunds for debit or credit card payments will be issued as a credit to the original bank or credit card used to pay. For check or cash purchases, Recreation.gov will mail a Treasury check for refunds of cash, check, or money order payments to the address associated with the reservation. Treasury check refunds may take up to 6-8 weeks to arrive. In the event of an emergency closure, the Recreation.gov team or facility manager will refund all fees and will attempt to notify you using the contact information within the Recreation.gov visitor profile.
Fee Info
Extra Vehicle Fee $8.00
Location
Oklahoma Campground is located in Washington
Directions
From Vancouver, WA, proceed east on SR 14, to mile post 56-1/2 to Cook-Underwood Road. Exit left onto Cook-Underwood Road and continue for 5 miles through Mill A to Willard Road. Bear left onto Willard Road into Willard and continue North on Oklahoma Road for 8 miles (to end of asphalt road), to the entrance of Oklahoma Campground. From the East, go 1.7 miles from the Hood River Bridge, crossing the White Salmon River and turn right onto Cook-Underwood Road. Continue for 8 miles to mile post 6, and turn right onto Willard Road. Travel to the stop sign and turn right onto Oklahoma Road and proceed 8 miles North to the campground.
Address
Gifford Pinchot NF Mt Adams Ranger District
Carson, WA 98610
Coordinates
45.87 N
121.6272222 W
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
Stay Connected
- WiFiGood
- VerizonFair
- AT&TGood
- T-MobileGood
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Group
Features
For Campers
- Trash
- Picnic Table
- Firewood Available
- Reservable
- Drinking Water
- Toilets
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Big Rig Friendly