Intimate Columbia Gorge park with 8 water & electric RV sites, world-class windsurfing, ancient Native American petroglyphs, and Horsethief Lake.
Columbia Hills Historical State Park combines outdoor adventure and cultural history on the Washington shore of the Columbia River Gorge. Eight RV sites with water and electric hookups sit on level gravel pads with easy maneuvering, plus tent camping, cabins, and traditional teepee rentals. Ancient petroglyphs and a tribal rock-art site are the cultural centerpiece. The Columbia River Gorge wind makes this campground a top destination for windsurfers and kiteboarders. Note: frequent trains run along the river at all hours.
Columbia Hills Historical State Park preserves the Tsagaglalal ('She Who Watches') petroglyph site — one of the most significant Native American rock art sites in the Pacific Northwest, where a carved face on a basalt cliff has watched over the Columbia River for millennia. The park sits above the Columbia River Gorge where the river emerges from the Cascade Range into the arid Columbia Plateau, and the basalt canyon walls on both sides of the river host golden eagle and prairie falcon nesting colonies on the cliff ledges. Horsethief Lake within the park occupies a natural Columbia River oxbow that provides sheltered habitat for migratory waterfowl and is recognized as one of the best birding locations on the Washington side of the Columbia Gorge.
Sourced from first-hand visits, park ranger notes, and RV community reports. Updated when conditions change.
Very small campground (12 sites) with a primitive character. Sites near Horsethief Lake offer the best views. This park is primarily a destination for the Tsagaglalal ('She Who Watches') rock art tour — reserve the guided tour separately and well in advance, as it fills quickly. Wind in the Columbia Gorge can be strong; bring adequate shelter. Best visited in spring when wildflowers are in bloom.
| 📍 Nearest Town | Lyle, WA |
| ⛽ Gas Station | 8 mi |
| 🛒 Grocery Store | 25 mi |
| 🏪 Costco | 35 mi |
| ☕ Starbucks | 25 mi |
| 🏕️ Nearest State Park | 10 mi |
Stock up in Lyle, WA before heading out — services get limited near the campground.
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