Barrier Dam Campgrounds is a family-owned and operated business that offers a 40-site campground, catering to both tenters and motorhome travelers. The campground features water at all sites and power for half, along with a free dump station for campers. Restrooms are available, equipped with quarter-operated showers. This location is ideal for fishermen, being close to the Cowlitz River and Mayfield and Riffe Lake. Visitors appreciate the calm and relaxing atmosphere, noting the privacy and quietness of the campground. The convenient store on-site provides a great selection of fishing gear, drinks, and grocery items, and guests can obtain fishing licenses and other essentials, like firewood and s'mores supplies. The friendly and attentive service has created a welcoming environment, making Barrier Dam Campgrounds a memorable stop for returning visitors.
Super cute campground. My couson is camping there during fishing season so I went there to drop stuff off. Very clean and quiet. I looooove the little store in front so vintage! Makes me want to camp there. Also bathrooms were really clean!!
August 2025
A perfectly calm and relaxing little campground. We loved the privacy and quietness. There wasn’t much for our boys to do but now that we have visited we know what to bring and where to go. People were remarkably kind and attentive. We will be back for sure!
July 2025
I have used this store to replace tackle on a number of occasions as I fish in the area and destroy or loose tackle on occasion.
