Crest Horse Camp campground
Crest Horse Camp
Reservations are not accepted at Crest Horse Camp; it operates on a first-come, first-served basis. Therefore, it is advisable to arrive early to secure a spot, especially during peak seasons. The best time of year to visit Crest Horse Camp is typically between late spring and early fall when the weather is mild and favorable for outdoor activities. Exploring the surrounding area, campers can partake in hiking, horseback riding, fishing, and wildlife viewing.
When camping in Crest Horse Camp, it is essential to be mindful of a few things. First, it is crucial to pack all necessary supplies, including food, water, camping gear, and horse equipment, as there are no nearby stores or amenities. Furthermore, visitors should be cautious of wildlife encounters and properly store their food to avoid attracting animals. Finally, campers should adhere to all campground regulations and practice Leave No Trace principles to preserve the natural beauty of the area.
What's on-site at Crest Horse Camp
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 Crest Horse Camp, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Goose Lake Campground | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Goose Lake | ✓ | ✓ | → |
| Campground: Goose Lake | ✓ | ✗ | → |
| Campground: Forlorn Lakes | ✓ | ✗ | → |
| Forlorn Lakes | ✗ | ✓ | → |
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Crest Horse Camp -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Lewis River Above Muddy River Near Cougar | 560 cfs | → |
| Muddy Creek Below Clear Creek Near Cougar | 299 cfs | → |
| White Salmon River Near Underwood | 835 cfs | → |
| Hood River At Tucker Bridge | 332 cfs | → |
| Canyon Creek Near Amboy | 129 cfs | → |
| Speelyai Creek Near Cougar | 24 cfs | → |
Nearby snow depths
NRCS SNOTEL stations within reach of Crest Horse Camp -- relevant when planning a shoulder-season or alpine trip.
| SNOTEL station | Snowpack | 24h Snowfall | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nohrsc Surprise Lakes | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Surprise Lakes | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Trout Lake 0.8 Ssw | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Mt Adams Ranger Stn | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Nohrsc Pepper Creek | 1.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Pepper Creek | 0.0 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
- Wilderness Indian Heaven
- Wilderness Trapper Creek
- Big Cedars County Park
- Monte Cristo Natural Area Preserve
- Guler Mount Adams County Park
- Lang Forest State Scenic Corridor
Boat launches
- Boating Site: Mosquito Lakes
- Husum Boating Site
- Lewis And Clark Trail Highway Skamania County
- Port Of Cascade Locks
- Kingsley Campground
- Columbia Trail, North Bonneville
Points of interest
- Forest Road 30/Wind River Highway
- Observation Site: Mcclellan
- Huckleberry Access
- Forest Road 90
- Dog Creek Falls Observation Site
- Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area
Paddle runs
- Headwaters In Sw1/4 Of Sec 13, T6n, R7e To Hemlock Road Bridge In Nw1/4 Of Sec 26, T4n, R7e
- Hemlock Road Bridge To Gifford Pinchot Nf Boundary
- Mt. Adams Wilderness Boundary To Gifford Pinchot Nf Boundary
- Confluence With Smith Creek To Confluence With Lewis River
- Gifford Pinchot Nf Boundary To Maximum Pool Of Swift Reservoir In Nw1/4 Of Sec 35, T7n, R6e
- Middle Of Sec 19, T8n, R7e To Confluence With Muddy River In Se1/4 Of Sec 1, T7n, R6e
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 Crest Horse Camp as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Crest Horse Camp
Can I make reservations at Crest Horse Camp?
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 Crest Horse Camp?
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 Crest Horse Camp.