Merrill Lake Campground
Merrill Lake, located within the Merrill Lake Natural Resources Conservation Area, is a lake formed by lava flows. Merrill Lake is a catch-and-release fly-fishing lake that is open to non-motorized boating. Spring through fall camping (on a first-come first-served basis) is mostly walk-in from the main parking area, with a few sites accessible by vehicle.

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Price
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Reservation
First come, first served
Sites
9
Type
Equestrian
Season
Season not verified
Elevation
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About this campground
Merrill Lake, located within the Merrill Lake Natural Resources Conservation Area, is a lake formed by lava flows. Merrill Lake is a catch-and-release fly-fishing lake that is open to non-motorized boating.
Spring through fall camping (on a first-come first-served basis) is mostly walk-in from the main parking area, with a few sites accessible by vehicle.
Activities: Catch-and-release fly fishing, canoe, kayak, camp
Amenities: Nine campsites, 12 picnic tables, 9 fire rings, 2 toilets, camp host site, boat launch, interpretive trail
Directions
From Woodland, go east on SR-503 for 23 miles. Turn left on Forest Service Road 81 and go 4.7 miles.
Turn left for access road to camp.
No reservations; first come first served. Dogs allowed on leash.
Dispose of pet waste appropriately.
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Location
Cougar, WA, US
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- Reservation: First come, first served
- Season: Season not verified
- Location: Cougar, WA, US



