Bird Creek - State Forest campground
Bird Creek - State Forest
Reservations are not accepted at Bird Creek - State Forest camping area, making it a first-come, first-served campground. Therefore, it is advisable to arrive early in peak seasons to secure a campsite. The best time of year to visit this camping area is during the summer months when the weather is generally mild and ideal for outdoor activities. It is worth noting that during the winter months, the campground may be inaccessible due to heavy snowfall.
While camping in Bird Creek - State Forest, there are several points of interest to explore. The area offers breathtaking views of the surrounding mountains, making it a nature lover's paradise. Visitors can enjoy hiking, fishing, and birdwatching in the surrounding forest. However, caution should be exercised as there have been reports of black bears in the vicinity. Proper food storage techniques and bear-safe practices are recommended to ensure a safe camping experience.
What's on-site at Bird Creek - State Forest
Key facilities Snoflo tracks for this campground. Confirm with the operator before booking -- amenities can change seasonally.
Plan your trip down to the hour
Same weather feed Snoflo's iOS app uses -- updated continuously from NOAA / yr.no.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max so trends jump out at a glance.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks. Hover any point for the full breakdown.
Other campgrounds in the area
Snoflo-tracked campsites within driving distance of Bird Creek - State Forest, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bird Lake Campground | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Bird Lake | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Bench Lake | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Yakama Nation - Bench Lake | ✗ | ✓ | → |
| Campground: Wicky Shelter | ✗ | ✗ | → |
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Bird Creek - State Forest -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Klickitat River Bl Summit Creek Near Glenwood | 1,100 cfs | → |
| Klickitat River Above West Fork Near Glenwood | 234 cfs | → |
| Klickitat River Near Pitt | 1,080 cfs | → |
| White Salmon River Near Underwood | 835 cfs | → |
| Mosier Creek Near Mosier | 3 cfs | → |
| Hood River At Tucker Bridge | 332 cfs | → |
Nearby snow depths
NRCS SNOTEL stations within reach of Bird Creek - State Forest -- relevant when planning a shoulder-season or alpine trip.
| SNOTEL station | Snowpack | 24h Snowfall | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mt Adams Ranger Stn | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Trout Lake 0.8 Ssw | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Snowden | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Surprise Lakes | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Nohrsc Surprise Lakes | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Nohrsc Potato Hill | 1.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
Plan a longer trip
The closest parks, lakes, boat launches, and paddle runs so a camping night can grow into a full weekend.
Parks
- Conboy Lake National Wildlife Refuge
- Wilderness Mount Adams
- Guler Mount Adams County Park
- Monte Cristo Natural Area Preserve
- Wilderness Goat Rocks
- Big Cedars County Park
Boat launches
- Glenwood Highway Klickitat County
- Stinson Flat Road Klickitat County
- Husum Boating Site
- Boating Site: Mosquito Lakes
- Old Highway 8 396-434, White Salmon
Points of interest
- Wahkiacus Canyon Watchable Wildflowers
- Huckleberry Access
- Observation Site: Mcclellan
- Dog Creek Falls Observation Site
Paddle runs
- Klickitat River
- Headwaters In Ne1/4 Of Sec 35, T9n, R10e To Mt. Adams Wilderness Boundary
- Summit Creek To Mouth Of Little Klickitat
- Headwaters In Sw 1/4 Of Sec 18, T9n, R9e To Confluence With Straight Creek
- Straight Creek To Confluence With Lewis River
- Headwaters In Sw1/4 Of Sec 27, T12n, R11e To Goat Rocks Wilderness Boundary
Camping essentials & Leave No Trace
- Pack it in, pack it out
- Take all trash, food scraps, and gear back with you to keep campsites clean and protect wildlife.
- Respect wildlife
- Observe animals from a distance, store food securely, and never feed wildlife to maintain natural behavior and safety.
- Know before you go
- Check weather, fire restrictions, trail conditions, and permit requirements to ensure a safe and well-planned trip.
- Minimize campfire impact
- Use established fire rings, keep fires small, fully extinguish them, or opt for a camp stove when fires are restricted.
- Leave what you find
- Preserve natural and cultural features by avoiding removal of plants, rocks, artifacts, or other elements of the environment.
Set push alerts in the Snoflo app
Save Bird Creek - State Forest as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Bird Creek - State Forest
Can I make reservations at Bird Creek - State Forest?
This campground does not appear to accept reservations -- it's typically first-come, first-served. Arrive early on summer weekends.
How fresh is the weather data on this page?
The hourly forecast updates throughout the day from the NOAA / yr.no public feeds. Streamflow data is pulled live from USGS streamgauges and snowpack from the NRCS SNOTEL network.
What's the best time of year to visit?
Use the 15-day temperature & precipitation outlook on this page to plan -- pick a window with comfortable temperatures and low precipitation. For longer trips, the 5-day hourly meteogram shows snow + rain accumulation hour-by-hour.
How do I get to Bird Creek - State Forest?
Tap Directions in the hero above to open driving directions in Google Maps, or Open in map to center the Snoflo interactive map on the campground.
Can I get alerts when conditions change?
Yes -- alerts are managed through the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this campground, set a threshold (temperature, snowpack, precipitation), and you'll get a push the moment it crosses.
Other campgrounds near here
Snoflo-tracked campgrounds within driving distance of Bird Creek - State Forest.