USFS · Campground · Free
Pataha campground offers opportunities for hunting and fishing as well as other activities. Fish weirs have been installed to aid the passage of fish through a culvert in Pataha Creek. Keep in mind that this creek is stocked with fish every spring.
From the USFS.
Yes. Pataha Cg is free to use. It is managed by the USFS.
From Pomeroy, Washington (35 minutes):Starting at Main Street, take 15th Street headed south. After 0.2 miles, continue onto Washington Highway 128 (or County Road Pomeroy-Peola) and continue to stay on Highway 128 for 13.2 miles. Continue straight onto Forest Service Road 42 (Iron Springs Road) for 2.5 miles. Iron Springs Road turns slightly right and becomes Ruchert Road, continue for 0.2 miles. Turn right onto Pataha Spur Road and you will arrive at Pataha Campground in 1.2 miles.Also, located on Forest Service Road 4016020.
SourceData from the USFS. Last synced September 18, 2026. Community reports and photos are submitted by travelers and are not verified by the agency.