Is Brooks Memorial State Park first-come first-served or reservation?

Brooks Memorial State Park accepts online reservations. We recommend booking in advance, especially during peak season (typically summer weekends). Use campsite alerts to get notified when spots become available.

Can I see photos of campsites at Brooks Memorial State Park before I book?

Yes! Brooks Memorial State Park has 10 campsite photos on Outdoorithm, contributed by campers who've stayed there. Browse real photos of individual sites to see what to expect before you reserve. You can also add your own photos after your trip to help the next family plan theirs.

Are there showers at Brooks Memorial State Park?

Yes, Brooks Memorial State Park has shower facilities available for campers. Check the amenities section for details on hours and any fees.

Is there cell service at Brooks Memorial State Park?

Cell phone service at Brooks Memorial State Park is generally available. Cell service is available. Coverage may vary by carrier and exact location within the campground.

How many campsites does Brooks Memorial State Park have?

Brooks Memorial State Park has 44 campsites. Sites vary in size, privacy, and amenities. Check availability online to find the best site for your needs.

Are dogs allowed at Brooks Memorial State Park?

Yes, pets are allowed at Brooks Memorial State Park. Dogs must typically be kept on a leash (usually 6 feet or shorter) and under control at all times. Be sure to clean up after your pet and check for any breed or size restrictions.

What amenities are available at Brooks Memorial State Park?

Brooks Memorial State Park offers: Restrooms, Showers, Potable Water, Dump Station, Electrical Hookups, Water Hookups, Sewer Hookups, Pets Allowed. See our detailed campground page for the full list of facilities and features.

What activities can I do at Brooks Memorial State Park?

Popular activities at Brooks Memorial State Park include Hiking, Wildlife Viewing. The surrounding area offers plenty of outdoor recreation opportunities for all skill levels.

Brooks Memorial State Park

3.97

72 reviews

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2,612 ft

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44 campsites

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Year-round

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Pets

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2,612 ft

Price

Varies

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Reservable

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44 campsites

Season

Year-round

Cell

Has Service

Pets

Very Pet Friendly

Full HookupsShowers

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Brooks Memorial State Park

45.9498, -120.6656

Nearby places

Goldendale (nearest town, just south of the park)

Columbia River ~25 miles away (per visitor report).

Weather at Brooks Memorial State Park

Best Time to Camp at Brooks Memorial State Park

Summer delivers the most reliable weather: warm, dry days between 75–95°F with cool nights (45–60°F) and steady breezes. Trails stay accessible without spring runoff mud, and the creek provides background noise without flooding. The region's dry climate keeps things comfortable, though upper trail sections turn slippery after rain. Occasional hailstorms pass through. Weekends see moderate crowds, but the compact layout and tree cover maintain a peaceful feel.

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Summer(Jun-Aug)

4.0 / 5

Summer offers reliable warm, dry weather, accessible trails and comfortable nights.

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About Brooks Memorial State Park

Brooks Memorial State Park sits just off Highway 97 north of Goldendale at 2,612 feet elevation. The campground has 44 sites with full hookups for RVs and tent camping, plus a private group site. Clean restrooms, hot showers (coin-operated), and a dump station anchor a well-maintained park that also offers hiking trails and a disc golf course.

Developed campground with RV full-hookup sites and smaller tent/non-service sites in the forest; a separate group site is available.

Historical Significance

The park contains a Brooks Memorial noted by visitors as honoring veterans. The nearby Stonehenge-style memorial stands as a local landmark.

Weather and SeasonsSummer delivers the most reliable weather: warm, dry days between 75–95°F with cool nights (45–60°F) and steady breezes. Trails stay accessible without spring runoff mud, and the creek provides background noise without flooding. The region's dry climate keeps things comfortable, though upper trail sections turn slippery after rain. Occasional hailstorms pass through. Weekends see moderate crowds, but the compact layout and tree cover maintain a peaceful feel.

Natural Features and SceneryDouglas firs provide shade across the campground, including one 53-inch specimen. A creek runs through the park, audible from several sites. The terrain mixes forested areas with open meadows. Hiking trails follow old fire roads through the landscape, and horse trails trace the eastern boundary. The Columbia River lies 25 miles west, and the Stonehenge memorial replica sits nearby. Mornings and evenings offer the best wildlife viewing. Eastern Washington's dry climate brings steady summer breezes. Ideal for kite flying on the disc golf course.

Scenic ViewsViews are limited by proximity to Highway 97 and overhead power lines; some campsites face open fields or forested areas and a few sites are quieter near the creek.

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Total Campsites44 campsites

Best CampsitesThe group site sits away from the highway on the park's opposite side, offering privacy for reunions. Creekside sites run quieter than those near Highway 97. Avoid site 27 (road on three sides) and site 12 (reported sewer alignment issues). RV campers should bring leveling blocks. Many pads are off-camber or uneven. Some sites sit under high-voltage power lines that buzz audibly.

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Mix of developed RV full-hookup sites and more rustic forest/non-service sites. Facilities include restrooms with pay showers, a dump station, picnic tables and fire rings; a small camp store was reported closed at times.

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Activities you can enjoy

Common activities mentioned by visitors include hiking on a network of old roads and nature trails (several miles available), a disc golf course, playground, and horse trails on the park's east side. Group picnics and memorial visits are also common.

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Hazards & AlertsSignificant noise from US Hwy 97 and from overhead high-voltage power lines (buzzing) reported by multiple visitors. Occasional bear visits reported. Some campsites are steep, off-camber or uneven; narrow, rough, twisty access roads unsuitable for large trailers in some areas. Cell service can be spotty.

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4.0

72 reviews

Mixed Reviews

Brooks Memorial State Park has mixed reviews, placing it in the bottom 85% of campgrounds based on reviews

Visitors find Brooks Memorial State Park well maintained with clean restrooms, pay showers, hiking trails, disc golf and a useful group site. Common drawbacks cited are highway noise, buzzing high-voltage power lines over some sites, tight/off-camber RV pads and spotty cell service.

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Based on 72 reviews

What Campers Love

Clean restrooms and functioning showers, friendly hosts/staff, available full hookups and a dump station, good hiking on wide forest roads and a disc golf course; the group site is private and...

Based on 72 reviews

Pro Tips & Recommendations

Bring plenty of leveling blocks for RVs, bring earplugs or choose sites away from the highway to avoid traffic noise, bring quarters for pay showers, select sites carefully (several reviewers called...

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"Cell service is spotty."; "Bring plenty of blocks."; "Pay showers — bring quarters."; "The RV spaces are a little off-camber..."

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Disc golfers, hikers after wide trail miles, or family groups wanting a private site with full hookups near Goldendale. The creek-adjacent sites buffer some road noise, and the staff gets consistently good marks. Bring quarters for showers and leveling blocks for your rig.

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Light sleepers in tents will have a rough time: US-97 traffic runs close and high-voltage lines hum audibly over some pads. Large trailers also struggle with the narrow, twisty access roads and off-camber sites.

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