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Horseshoe Lake Campground

Its 11 sites are first-come, first-served (no reservations), and camping costs Single site: $20 per night; additional vehicle $8 per night. Horseshoe Lake Campground is a National Forest campground near Randle, Washington.

Closed First-come, first-served

National Forest · Randle, Washington

Managed by
National Forest
Max RV length
16 ft

Horseshoe Lake Campground sits inside Gifford Pinchot National Forest. Its dispersed-camping rule, ranger offices, and boundary are on publiclandsdb.com. It sits 1 mile outside the boundary of Mount Adams Wilderness; its permit and camping rules and boundary are on publiclandsdb.com.

Horseshoe Lake: A 24-acre lake (electric motors only) with water views from most sites; Mt. Adams Wilderness via the nearby Killen Creek trailhead. (fs.usda.gov)

Getting a site

Managed by
National Forest
Reservations
None, first-come
Fee
Single site: $20 per night; additional vehicle $8 per night

Source: fs.usda.gov, accessed 2026-09-29

Sites and hookups

Total sites
11
Max RV length
16 ft
  • ✓ Toilets
  • ✓ Pets allowed
  • ✕ Potable water

On site: Toilets and pets allowed. No potable water.

Source: fs.usda.gov, accessed 2026-09-29

Rules

Stay limit
14 consecutive days in one spot; 28 days per calendar year
Quiet hours
10 p.m. to 6 a.m.
Pets
Allowed

Source: fs.usda.gov, accessed 2026-09-29

Access and cell service

Elevation
4,167 ft

46.3100, -121.5655 in Skamania. Open in OpenStreetMap. Map © OpenStreetMap contributors.

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Season and winter services

Horseshoe Lake Campground's season is not on record , at 4,167 ft.

Sources: epqs.nationalmap.gov, accessed 2026-09-28; fs.usda.gov, accessed 2026-09-29

Current conditions

Closed Agency notice, as of 2026-09-29: The forest lists the campground as temporarily closed (no reason given).

Common questions

Do you need a reservation at Horseshoe Lake Campground?
No. Horseshoe Lake Campground is first-come, first-served: there is no reservation system, so arrive early to claim an open site.
How much does it cost to camp at Horseshoe Lake Campground?
Camping at Horseshoe Lake Campground costs Single site: $20 per night; additional vehicle $8 per night.
How many campsites does Horseshoe Lake Campground have?
Horseshoe Lake Campground has 11 campsites.
Is there drinking water at Horseshoe Lake Campground?
No. Horseshoe Lake Campground has no potable water, so bring all the water you need.
Are dogs allowed at Horseshoe Lake Campground?
Yes, pets are allowed at Horseshoe Lake Campground.
When is Horseshoe Lake Campground open?
As of 2026-09-29: The forest lists the campground as temporarily closed (no reason given). Normally, it closes Mid-September.
How long can you stay at Horseshoe Lake Campground?
The stay limit at Horseshoe Lake Campground is 14 consecutive days in one spot; 28 days per calendar year.
Is there cell service at Horseshoe Lake Campground?
Probably not: the FCC's National Broadband Map (data as of December 31, 2025) shows no 4G LTE or 5G from AT&T, T-Mobile, or Verizon at or within about half a mile of Horseshoe Lake Campground. The FCC map only includes 4G LTE at 5/1 Mbps or better and 5G; a weaker signal, a text, or an emergency call may still get through, but don't count on it.
Who manages Horseshoe Lake Campground?
Horseshoe Lake Campground is managed by the U.S. Forest Service.

Around Horseshoe Lake Campground

fishypedia.com · 2.7 miles

The nearest lake with a fishing page is Takhlakh Lake, whose mapped center point is 2.7 miles away in a straight line. Stocking record and species: Takhlakh Lake fishing on fishypedia.com.

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More campgrounds: camping near Randle and campgrounds in Skamania.

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First-come, first-served Single site: $20 per night; additional vehicle $8 per night
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