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Site: Wakepish Picnic Area

Glenoma, Washington · Skamania County · Facility

Paved road to the camp. Originally conceived as a drop off point for RVs there is a large paved parking lot with lots of room for RVs. Visitors can then continue on Road 99 to view the east side of Mount St. Helens. In the winter this area becomes a snow park. It has a small shelter and toilet.

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5-Day Forecast

Weather at Site: Wakepish Picnic Area

Live forecast for the park. Plan your visit accordingly.

Avg High64°F
Avg Low44°F
Peak Rain Chance15%
Humidity59%
UV (avg)7
Air Quality39 · Good
Today
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Overcast
53°/35°
💧 1%🌬 10mph
5:20 AM8:50 PM
Sun
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Mostly Clear
57°/38°
💧 1%🌬 11mph
5:19 AM8:51 PM
Mon
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Overcast
71°/45°
🌬 8mph
5:19 AM8:52 PM
Tue
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Overcast
77°/53°
💧 2%🌬 11mph
5:18 AM8:53 PM
Wed
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Drizzle
63°/47°
💧 15%🌬 5mph
5:18 AM8:54 PM

Forecast data © Open-Meteo. Refreshed every 6 hours. Always check the most recent forecast before heading out.

About Site: Wakepish Picnic Area

Paved road to the camp. Originally conceived as a drop off point for RVs there is a large paved parking lot with lots of room for RVs. Visitors can then continue on Road 99 to view the east side of Mount St. Helens. In the winter this area becomes a snow park. It has a small shelter and toilet.

How to Get There

From Randle, WA head south on WA-131 S for 2.7 miles. Then continue onto Forest Road 25 for another 17 miles. From Forest Road 25, turn east on Road 99, a short distance to turn off, into parking area.

Driving directions (Google Maps) →

Plan Your Visit to Site: Wakepish Picnic Area

Heading to Site: Wakepish Picnic Area? A few things to know before you go:

  • Reservations: popular sites fill up fast — check Recreation.gov 6 months in advance
  • Fees: day-use and camping fees vary; check current rates on the official park page
  • Trash & pack-out: follow Leave No Trace principles
  • Wildlife: store food in bear boxes where provided; never feed wildlife
  • Weather: the 5-day forecast above is updated every 6 hours; verify just before you go

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need a reservation for Site: Wakepish Picnic Area?

No central reservation system listed for Site: Wakepish Picnic Area. Check the official page (https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/10049046) for the latest entry policy and availability.

How do I get to Site: Wakepish Picnic Area?

From Randle, WA head south on WA-131 S for 2.7 miles. Then continue onto Forest Road 25 for another 17 miles. From Forest Road 25, turn east on Road 99, a short distance to turn off, into parking area.