Paradise Point State Park

Category: State park

Address: 33914 NW Paradise Park Rd, Ridgefield, WA 98642, USA

Phone: +13602632350

Opening hours

Sunday: 8AM–6:30PM

Monday: 8AM–6:30PM

Tuesday: 8AM–6:30PM

Wednesday: 8AM–6:30PM

Thursday: 8AM–6:30PM

Friday: 8AM–6:30PM

Saturday: 8AM–6:30PM

Reviews

Matthew Sala

Jul 22, 2022

Went camping with my family last week. Awesome place. Only complaint is it’s really close to I-5 so it’s loud. When sleeping, you can hear passers on the interstate. Also, there is a raccoon problem. Our marshmallows and Graham crackers never stood a chance. Our site was in the shade and we loved it. Swimming spot a few minutes way. Sites are somewhat close to others but we still had our privacy. Showers were free the week we stayed which usually cost tokens (which you buy from the camp host). I highly recommend.

Tyler Gilleland

Jul 18, 2022

This park is nice, very good for RV camping and car camping. The site is maintained fairly well, and they had two rangers nearby all weekend. Bathrooms and showers nearby. Each site has a table and firepit. Lewis River is close by if you want to paddleboard, kayway, etc. This campsite is right next to the interstate, so unfortunately you'll hear traffic the whole time. The river was excellent to paddleboard on. Traffic in the river is moderate to heavy over the weekend and some people jetski there. The jetskis wouldnt be so bad, but they don't always slow down when passing others on the water, causing wake.

Diana Kitsune

Jul 3, 2022

This is a great place little to spend the day. It’s about a 30 minute drive from Portland. It cost $10 for day use, and you can pay there or use your Discover Pass. There are campsites, day-use picnic benches and a couple of areas where you can access the water. Great for kayaking. There is a 2 mile loop trail that’s very nice and allows you to walk along the water. The trail is muddy and often not super well maintained. Dogs are welcome on leash.

James Hubbard

Jul 17, 2021

Paradise point state park is a good stopping point for those traveling down I5 in RVs / campers. The sites are maintained... Decently. There were a few large bags of garbage off trails and my site had cigarette butts everywhere. As you pull into the campground you'll have a sharp right turn and a small lane next to the check-in station. Try not to block the entrance while you register / check-in as there is only a single lane to get through. When I arrived there was someone blocking the entrance. I simply didn't pull all the way up to prevent other guests already registered for having to wait. The freeway noise isn't terrible in campground area, yet it is there. The campground has river access and near the river is a nice Frisbee golf course. This area is super noisy from the freeway as it's located under the bridge on I-5. There are nice hiking trails that lead back into more seclusion. The best camping spots are tent camping in their walk-in sites. These have more privacy and would recommend for those that tent camp. The RV side is mediocre, half have power & water the other half is dry. No dump stations on each site, but there is one as you leave. I'm giving a 3 star review as the campground wasn't maintained as others and there was a strong presence of rangers / park staff driving through campground constantly. This to me shows lack of initiative or leadership in setting goals / things to do and they are simply checking a box driving around. I assume since this campground is right off I-5 a high presence is required to prevent crime / theft. There is a large field and an ampatheater that has power... But there wasn't a screen back anymore. Would have been fun to hook up a projector for a movie night if that was fixed. Not a hard or expensive fix, just hasn't been done. Beware of kids as there are alot of blind turns and kids playing meaning go slow (5mph speed limit). The RV sites are decent size but can be difficult to maneuver larger size RVs. I have a 26 ' travel trailer and I managed ok, but was a bit difficult backing into my specific site. Every site I saw had burnpits, yet I went during a burn ban (which is expected with the crazy heat wave we've had in the PNW lately). The bathrooms were decently clean, showers looked decent as well but I didn't use them. Ultimately if your just passing through with an RV it can be a great spot for a night or two. If your looking for a more camping feel you'll want one of the walk in sites, or simply find a different location.

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Questions & Answers

Do you have overnight tent camping sites with water and electricity?

Skampy | Feb 16, 2019
James Roach | Feb 17, 2019

Yes, but definitely plan ahead. On busy weekends the few tent only spots are often reserved months in advance.

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Is there shady areas by lake?

brenda serrano | May 21, 2021
Patrice Halterman | May 22, 2021

Depends on if everybody got the spot before you. Under the NB/SB Freeway, at high noonish before and after but later sun would shine on. there are trees in the area of parking cars and early morning, for shade awhile.

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Is the water safe to swim in?

brenda serrano | Feb 16, 2020
Rebecca Beintker | Feb 17, 2020

Yes it is safe to swim in

Do the primitive campsites have access to bathrooms?

Tosha Big Eagle | Feb 15, 2021
Samantha Etheridge | Feb 16, 2021

Depending on which one you choose, may have a short walk. Bathrooms are closest to 72 and 73

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Is there power for campers

Craig Purdom | Feb 16, 2020
terry waller | Feb 17, 2020

Sites 1-20 have power, 16 and 18 are Yurts.

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How is the water for Kayaking?

Brandy Lorphanpaibul | Feb 16, 2020
Patsy Burge | Feb 17, 2020

Its deep and not much rapids very calm also very muddy

Is there a place to do a quick picknick?

aaren fiedler | Feb 16, 2020
D. l. Zarb | Feb 17, 2020

Of course

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Do I have to be a camper in order to use the shower? Are the showers available for the public although not camping there?

Jesse Rosas | Feb 16, 2020
terry waller | Feb 17, 2020

As long as your car displays a discover pass or a day use pass which is $11.50 per day. Ranger writes tickets for all cars without a camping pass or the discover/Day Use pass.

If there s no one camping in the site that you've reserved the day before you're due to be there......can you check in earlier that 2:30?

Tena Whiting | Feb 16, 2019
kellie resser | Feb 17, 2019

Yes just call let them know you'll be arriving early

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Can you swim here with out a fee? If there is a fee how much is it?

Jenaya Sonderen | Feb 16, 2019
James Roach | Feb 17, 2019

10 dollars to park a car. But everything else is free. Except for camping overnight that is.

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When is cheak out

Danielle Moen | Feb 16, 2019
Anthony Chamberlin | Feb 17, 2019

1pm

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Are dogs allowed

Shanna Sakrisson | Feb 16, 2018
Danielle Smithson | Feb 17, 2018

Yes but strict leash laws are enforced

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Are there any pull through spots?

Cindi Steen | Jun 20, 2021
Deborah C | Jun 21, 2021

Yes

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Do they have the discovery day pass outside the office

Ben Wilson | Feb 15, 2021
Houston “We have a” Problem | Feb 16, 2021

Yes

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Does anyone if there is wifi available or fone working there...thanks.

Ozzy Ally | Feb 15, 2021
viswanath v | Feb 16, 2021

No wifi but phone signal was good

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Can ypu drive up and get a camp spot or do you need tp have reservations?

Anthony Rockdaschel | Feb 15, 2021
J'D SANTOS | Feb 16, 2021

yeah you need a reservation.

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Is the river big enough to use a jet ski. Or somewhere near paradise state park.

Richard LaBonte | Feb 15, 2021
Russell Mentzer | Feb 16, 2021

Stay away! Full of homeless people and druggies. To close to the freeway

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Do you have an opening now i need a place ti stay for a monthly

teri mccullar | Feb 16, 2020
Brent Wheeler | Feb 17, 2020

Call and ask a manager they can help you

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Is it free to camp with a tent if I have a discovery pass

Cody Bovee | Feb 16, 2020
Scott Boze | Feb 17, 2020

No

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Are there grills in the picnic area?

Rebecca Randall | Feb 16, 2020
Cherie Chandler | Feb 17, 2020

Yes

Is there a map of the tent sites?

Jenna Wolff | Feb 16, 2020
Lisa Stutsman | Feb 17, 2020

Yes

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Is this a good place to go fishing?

Lena Rivera | Feb 16, 2020
Charles Unger | Feb 17, 2020

It can be 😁

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How much does it coast to camp.

mary Black | Feb 16, 2020
Jeff Gauthier | Feb 17, 2020

It's $30 A day for camper and $10 extra for an extra vehicle. Max stay 10 days. Then 3 days off then another 10 days. No more then 20 days per month. Showers take tokens. 2 tokens per $1.00 each token gives you 3 minutes hot water.

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Does Verizon Wireless work out this way? And does anyone know what campsite is best here (one with electric) but will be text camping

eric mintel | Feb 16, 2020
Tony Hethcoat | Feb 17, 2020

Yes verizon Doe's work way out there forsure.

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do you have full-time rv living

Ray Shearer | Feb 16, 2020
Renee Colwell | Feb 17, 2020

10 days at a time is the max then you have to leave for 3 days. But they have good showers, and nice walking trails.

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What are the rates?

Tom Nevins | Feb 16, 2019
Tony Hethcoat | Feb 17, 2019

They very but there reasonable you just might call them

How long can you stay?

Tom Nevins | Feb 16, 2019
brandy shirey | Feb 17, 2019

All day

How much does it cost for one month at Paradise point park? I'm homeless with nowhere to go. I have no family that is living so I'm out here alone with my little girl, Abby. Could you get back to me. Thank you. Sincerely sheila

Sheila Wilkerson | Feb 16, 2019
RCC | Feb 17, 2019

Have you considered contacting ur local DSHS office to get a list of shelters? There are emergency shelters for parents w/kids. If you need help finding resources, repost on this page and I'll try to see about connecting with you.

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Can you have a campfire?

Marli Unger | Feb 16, 2019
Johnnie Holloway | Feb 17, 2019

Yes, they have fire rings at each camp site

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Is there currently a burn ban at the park?

A Google User | Feb 16, 2019
John Yoder | Feb 17, 2019

Yes, there is only the use of propane/gas grills.

I’m staying at Stevens Maroge and they could use a shower facility. Can I use yours?🙂

Jesse Rosas | Feb 16, 2019
Ronda Fullerton | Feb 17, 2019

Paradise has showers and you purchase tokens to use t hem.

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Can you enter the park to your camp site after 10pm? Do they close a gate. Were going to a concert near by that geta out late.

niki johnson | Feb 16, 2019
Johnnie Holloway | Feb 17, 2019

Yes you can there are no gates. The office is closed but they have a drop box with envelopes for over night guest also there is a site host.

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Is this a good area to go tubbing? If so where would the drop off and ending points be?

Tamara | Feb 16, 2019
Ed N. | Feb 17, 2019

Not sure how well it would be since it is a slow moving river.

Andrew Wuamett wheres this waterfall? Which direction from the parking lot under the freeway..

GutterFresh | Feb 16, 2019
James Cofer | Feb 17, 2019

Walk up river, east of bridge. It might be dried up. Good luck!

Is there firewood available on site?

Elizabeth Bascom | Feb 16, 2019
James Roach | Feb 17, 2019

Yes at the ranger station. But there is also a truck stop right as you get off the interstate, that also has local firewood for sale.

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My family and I are staying at paradise point campground, and I would like to know if there is a fireworks show near by we can enjoy, and if there is shopping and other things to do in your town, thank you

Eugene Christin | Feb 16, 2019
James Roach | Feb 17, 2019

City of Kalama has fireworks on the fourth. Just 14 miles north on I5.

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What type of artificial flies to use to fish with

Sabrina Urbalejo | Feb 16, 2019
J T | Feb 17, 2019

Fish kind of like a variety of things. Try different flys, spinners, or eggs.

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Can you drive threw without paying a fee

Kim Lehman | Feb 16, 2019
Joe Godsy | Feb 17, 2019

Yes, the rangers are pretty cool there, they let us drive around.

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whats the charge for overnight tent camping in your campground?

desarey haggard | Feb 16, 2019
James Cofer | Feb 17, 2019

They have regular sites that you can tent camp that start at $25 this time of year. The $12 sites are primitive and you have to walk into them.

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IS WATER HOOKED UP IN THE WINTER OR DO YOU HAVE TO BRING YOUR OWN?

Susan Puls | Feb 16, 2018
Angela Shepard | Feb 17, 2018

Yes theres water in the winter

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How much a night with hook ups

Anthony collection | Feb 16, 2018
poppy bfabs | Feb 17, 2018

Full utility sites are $30-$40 per night depending pin the site until the end of October, then it drops down to $30 for all sites through winter. Partial utilities (no sewer, only water and electric) are about $5 less per night. Hope this helps!

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Can I have a campfire or is it banned?

Rob Kolar | Feb 16, 2018
Diana P (Sashasmom) | Feb 17, 2018

Campfires can be okay or not okay depending on the fire danger level & that can change at any time. Best to ask there on the day/night you're planning to burn.

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