Ike Kinswa State Park

Star4.56
172 reviews
Ike Kinswa State Park
Family FriendlySwimmingSummer Destination

Quick Facts

518 ft

Price

$20 - $30/night

Booking

Reservable

Sites

121 campsites

Season

Year-round

Cell

Unknown

Pets

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February 2026

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February 2026
Ike Kinswa State Park
$20.00 - $30.00 / night
Campsite Fees
Visitor reports indicate regular sites at about $20 and hookup sites about $30; fees may vary by site type and season. Showers use tokens (cost not...
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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

4.56

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Based on 172 reviews

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"Reviewers are overwhelmingly positive: common praise highlights the lakeside setting, clean restrooms and cabins, large RV pads, and recreational access (boat launch, swim area, trails). Most reviews are 4–5 stars with frequent mentions of well-maintained facilities."

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Campground Map

Ike Kinswa State Park

Ike Kinswa State Park

46.5553, -122.5298

Located on Hwy 122, a few miles off Hwy 12 (per visitor report).
Nearby supplies
Visitors report a gas station about 10 minutes away and a grocery in Mossy Lake (per reviews).

Best Time to Camp at Ike Kinswa State Park

Ike Kinswa welcomes visitors in every season, each offering its own unique charm. Summer brings warm lake days and full campgrounds buzzing with activity, while September ushers in peaceful shoulder-season camping with fewer crowds and crisp air. Even winter has its devotees—brave campers bundle up for snowy Thanksgiving weekends and quiet winter escapes, with park staff keeping roads clear and accessible. No matter when you visit, the park's year-round operation means you can experience Mayfield Lake's beauty in all its seasonal variations.

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Summer(Jun-Aug)
4.5 / 5
Top 23% in WA

Warm lake days, full activity: swimming, boating, kayaking and crowded but vibrant campgrounds.

Fall(Sep-Nov)
4.0 / 5

Shoulder season (Sept) noted as peaceful with pleasant weather and quieter campsites.

Spring(Mar-May)
3.5 / 5

Spring offers green scenery, fishing and paddling opportunities as the season warms.

Winter(Dec-Feb)
3.0 / 5

Park is open year-round but water activities drop; still offers cabins and quiet forest access.

Planning Tips

    About Ike Kinswa State Park

    Nestled along the shores of Mayfield Lake, Ike Kinswa State Park offers the perfect blend of waterfront adventure and forested tranquility. Choose from wooded campsites with varying levels of hookups or cozy cabins, all with excellent privacy among the trees. With a full-service boat launch, hot showers, and miles of trails at your doorstep, you'll have everything you need for a memorable Pacific Northwest getaway.
    The park offers a mix of accommodations: drive-in RV and tent sites (some with hookups), walk-in/tent sites, and rental cabins along the lake.
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    Amenities available

    Showers
    Potable water
    Electricity hookups
    Flush toilets
    Dump station
    Fire rings

    Activities you can enjoy

    Ike Kinswa is used for lake-based recreation (swimming, boating, kayaking), trail walking/hiking, fishing, and family-friendly play and biking around loops.
    HikingMultiple easy walking trails and loops around the campground and lake; reviewers mention short hikes and walking trails suitable for families.
    FishingReviewers report trout fishing and general fishing opportunities on Mayfield Lake and access to Tilton River/Cowlitz.
    SwimmingDesignated swim area (roped off) on Mayfield Lake; reviewers call it family- and kid-friendly.
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    Policies & Safety

    Hazards & AlertsConstant highway noise reported by at least one visitor. Seasonal snow/ice can make travel hazardous (visitors reported staying put). Occasional issues reported with sewer hookups being out of service. Crowding at informal lake access/boat ramp can be problematic. One reviewer reported persistent falling berries/fruit from trees causing noise and staining.

    Weather at Ike Kinswa State Park

    Reviews

    4.6
    172 reviews
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    Ike Kinswa State Park is top-rated, placing it in the top 15% of campgrounds based on reviews
    Reviewers are overwhelmingly positive: common praise highlights the lakeside setting, clean restrooms and cabins, large RV pads, and recreational access (boat launch, swim area, trails). Most reviews are 4–5 stars with frequent mentions of well-maintained facilities.
    Review Summaries
    Based on 172 reviews

    What Campers Love

    Lakeside setting on Mayfield Lake; clean restrooms and token showers; rentable cabins (heated, with outlets); boat launch and kayak access; dump station and trash compactor; many large RV pads and...
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    Based on 172 reviews

    Pro Tips & Recommendations

    Reserve early (reviewers advise being ready at reservation opening for popular sites), bring shower tokens or get them from hosts, haul trash to the onsite compactor, use the dump station when...
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    Based on 172 reviews

    Camper Quotes

    "Dump station doesn't have water hook up to back flush so fill tank at site."; "Sites are nice and large. Get some privacy between neighbors really relaxing would stay again."; "The cabins are well...
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    Last updated February 2, 2026
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