Gillette Campground Camping Area
Rate this placeLast Updated: December 13, 2025
Gillette Campground, located in Washington's Gifford Pinchot National Forest near Mount Adams, offers established first-come, first-served campsites with picnic tables, fire rings, and vault toilets—no water or hookups, so come prepared.
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Summary
There are no reservations or fees, and RVs are allowed (no hookups, size limitations apply). Nestled in a forested setting with views of Mount Adams, it offers a peaceful, rustic camping experience with easy access to nearby trails like the Round the Mountain Trail and Pacific Crest Trail. Best visited July–September, when snow has melted and trails are clear. Ideal for hikers and nature lovers seeking solitude and striking mountain scenery.
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Gillette Campground
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Lake Thomas Campground
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Lake Thomas
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Lake Leo Campground
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Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Pend Oreille River Below Box Canyon Near Ione
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26000cfs |
Outlet Creek Near Metaline Falls
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19cfs |
Colville River At Kettle Falls
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182cfs |
Columbia River At International Boundary
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67800cfs |
Priest R Outflow Nr Coolin
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1350cfs |
Pend Oreille River At Newport Wa
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25600cfs |
Camping Essential Practices
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.
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Nearby Snowpack Depths
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NOHRSC BUNCHGRASS MDW
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5" |
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BUNCHGRASS MDW
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5" |
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BOUNDARY DAM
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0" |
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NOHRSC KETTLE FALLS 10.2 NW
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0" |
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SACHEEN LAKE
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0" |
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NOHRSC HIDDEN LAKE
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7" |