Alder Lake

Star4.38
26 reviews
Alder Lake
SwimmingSummer Destination

Quick Facts

1,250 ft

Price

Varies

Booking

Reservable

Sites

9 campsites

Season

Year-round

Cell

Unknown

Pets

Very Pet Friendly

Showers

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January 2026

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January 2026
Alder Lake
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Campsite Fees
Standard Site Fee$0.00
Hookup Site Fee$0.00
Premium Site Fee$0.00
Hike and Bike Site Fee$0.00
Group Site Fee$0.00
Food Storage Locker Fee$0.00

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What Campers Say

4.38

Recommended

Based on 26 reviews

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"Many visitors praise clean, well-maintained restrooms and friendly staff; the campground is large with good lake access and varied sites. Common complaints focus on noise (especially in the Osprey tent loop on busy weekends), inconsistent quiet-hour enforcement, occasional dirty bathrooms in certain areas, and issues with camp hosts and fire/burn-ban violations."

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Alder Lake

Alder Lake

46.7997, -122.2976


Best Time to Camp at Alder Lake

When sunshine graces Alder Lake, this campground truly comes alive with families launching boats, children splashing in the swim area, and trails filled with explorers. Fair weather draws enthusiastic crowds—especially to the boat launch, which can reach capacity quickly on beautiful days—so plan to arrive early if you're bringing watercraft during prime season.

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Summer(Jun-Aug)
4.0 / 5

Summer described as peak season: boating, swimming, busy family activity draws.

Fall(Sep-Nov)
3.5 / 5

Likely pleasant with foliage and quieter crowds, though fewer explicit mentions.

Spring(Mar-May)
3.5 / 5

Spring offers hiking and early paddling; descriptions imply a lively shoulder season.

Winter(Dec-Feb)
2.0 / 5

Overview emphasizes fair-weather use; winter activities not described and appeal likely low.

Planning Tips

    About Alder Lake

    Nestled along the pristine shores of Alder Lake, this family-friendly campground invites you to wake up to stunning water views and spend your days swimming, boating, and exploring wooded shoreline trails. Modern conveniences like hot showers and well-maintained picnic areas make your stay comfortable, though as with any popular destination, experiences can vary during peak times.
    Includes tent camping areas (including a walk-in Osprey tent loop) and larger main campground areas with lakeside sites.
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    Showers
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    Activities you can enjoy

    A lakefront campground offering swimming, boating, fishing and shoreline/hiking access with wildlife-viewing opportunities.
    HikingShoreline trails and nearby hiking trails; an easy flat trail from the swim beach to another campground is mentioned.
    FishingFishing on Alder Lake is a commonly cited activity.
    SwimmingSwim beach available at the lake.
    Boating
    Wildlife viewing
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    Policies & Safety

    Hazards & AlertsReported hazards and issues from visitor accounts include periodic loud/noisy campers (noise violations), occasional unclean swimming water, hornet/yellow jacket activity near restrooms, and reports of fires being built during burn bans in some instances. Boat launch parking is limited and fills quickly in good weather.

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    Reviews

    4.4
    26 reviews
    Recommended
    Recommended
    Alder Lake is recommended, placing it in the top 40% of campgrounds based on reviews
    Many visitors praise clean, well-maintained restrooms and friendly staff; the campground is large with good lake access and varied sites. Common complaints focus on noise (especially in the Osprey tent loop on busy weekends), inconsistent quiet-hour enforcement, occasional dirty bathrooms in certain areas, and issues with camp hosts and fire/burn-ban violations.
    Review Summaries
    Based on 26 reviews

    What Campers Love

    Clean restrooms maintained frequently; coin-operated hot showers; well-maintained grounds; excellent lake access for swimming, boating and fishing; friendly and helpful staff reported by several...
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    Based on 26 reviews

    Common Concerns

    Noise violations during quiet hours with poor enforcement and party-like atmosphere at times; dirty bathrooms; rude or unhelpful hosts at some sites selling firewood during burn bans; small boat...
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    Based on 26 reviews

    Pro Tips & Recommendations

    Arrive early for boat-launch parking; reserve or request back lakeview sites (sites 409 and 411 cited as quiet with lake views); avoid the Osprey tent loop if you need a quieter stay; check for burn...
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    Based on 26 reviews

    Camper Quotes

    "Bathrooms are kept clean and maintained multiple times a day."; "The campground is very well maintained."; "The Osprey tent campground was a free-for-all over the weekend... Loud campers up all...
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    Last updated January 5, 2026
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