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Relax at the River

Hosted by Susan · Castle Rock, Washington

10 guests max

98%

127 reviews

Amazing views

Hipcampers say this spot has amazing views.

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We have a 1/2 acre property on the Cowlitz River in the middle of Cooks Ferry Park in Castle Rock WA. We bought the property to relax in a beautiful setting close to home. We only live 15 minutes away. The property is made up of dredge spoils from when Mt. Saint Helens blew and is inside of a park where people can go to fish and enjoy the river. There are only 8 lots privately owned and we are the first lot that you come to. There is plenty of room for an RV. Guests can also tent camp or stay in our shack that has a sleeper sofa. There are snacks, a sign in book, an axe, briquets, a fire extinguisher, and other items the shack. There is a picnic table, fire pit, BBQ, and wood stove. There is a porta potty on the property. We value your privacy. We do have cameras on the property that are on when no one is there. Once a Hipcamper arrives at the property, they are turned off. We also keep our travel trailer there to enjoy when we can. We will never be there camping when you are there. In the summer, we sometimes kayak. We put in upriver and get out at the property. If it is booked at that time, we will always check first to see if it is okay for us to get out there. If you continue going past our property, there are some nice rock beaches with pretty views. People fish there and wade in the water in the summer. Castle Rock is a cute little town with some nice shops, restaurants and bars. I recommend checking it out! We are not picky about check in/check out time. It would only matter if someone else was checking in the day you are checking out. Please ask if you expect to arrive earlier or want to check out later. If your plans change, please cancel through Hipcamp to get a refund.Campers will have the entire lot to themselves. The property is rectangular shaped and there is plenty of room for a couple of RV's. There is no electricity or fresh water but the cell service is great. Dogs are welcome and do not need to be on a leash unless they are leaving our property and going onto other people's property. Please clean up after your dog especially if it poops on the property next to us. There is a shovel in the shack. You are right on the water. In the summer you can wade and cool off in the water but the current is too fast for swimming. If you want to Kayak or Paddle Board, you will want to put in at the boat launch in Castle Rock and get out at the property.

Rig suitability

Vehicles under 35 feet allowed

Allowed rigs: travel trailers, fifth wheels, toy haulers, pop-up campers, class A RVs, class B RVs, class C RVs, campervans, cars, truck campers, and rooftop tents

Pull-in site

Campers can also back in.

Accommodates slideouts

Surface type: Loose Gravel

Surface levelness: Flat

Vehicles can also park on the grass if it is dry enough.

Generators allowed

No electrical hookup

N/A

No water hookup

No sewage hookup

No TV hookup

N/A

What to expect

RV/tent site

You'll have this Hipcamp all to yourself.

10 guests max

Campfires allowed

Firewood provided, firepit, wood burning fireplace. Wood is free however there is a box off of the shack for donations.

Toilet available

Portable toilet

Pets allowed

Off leash. River current is very strong. Road close by and people drive too fast at times. The property is fenced but not to keep pets in.

Bins available

Trash bin. Please take your garbage with you and put a new bag in the can for the next hipcamper. There are new bags in the can. Thanks!!

Picnic table present

No potable water

Bring your own water, purify from river or stream

No showers

Cooking equipment absent

No wifi

There is very good cell phone reception there if you need to "hot spot" from your phone for Wifi.

Laundry absent

Hot Tub absent

No playground

Things to know

Getting there

Check in: After 1:00 PM

Check out: Before 12:00 PM

On arrival: Head straight to site

Cancellation policy:

Minimum nights: 1 night

Accepts bookings: 12 months out

Park at listing

No wheelchair access

Max 4 vehicles

2WD accessible

During your trip

Leave it better

Inclusion policyWe have a zero-tolerance policy against discrimination at Hipcamp. We are committed to helping our Host and Hipcamper communities be inclusive.

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RV/tent site · Sleeps 10 · Vehicles under 35 ft

Campers will have the entire lot to themselves. The property is rectangular shaped and there is plenty of room for a couple of RV's. There is no electricity or fresh water but the cell service is great. Dogs are welcome and do not need to be on a leash unless they are leaving our property and going onto other people's property. Please clean up after your dog especially if it poops on the property next to us. There is a shovel in the shack. You are right on the water. In the summer you can wade and cool off in the water but the current is too fast for swimming. If you want to Kayak or Paddle Board, you will want to put in at the boat launch in Castle Rock and get out at the property.

Campfires allowed

Toilet

No potable water

Pets allowed

No electrical hookup

No water hookup

Reviews

98% Recommend144 ratings · 127 reviews

This campsite offers a serene and scenic escape by the river, with an emphasis on privacy and tranquility. Guests frequently highlight the stunning views, well-maintained grounds, and the thoughtful amenities provided by the host Susan. Visitors appreciate the close proximity to nature, mentioning wildlife sightings such as deer and eagles, and enjoy the convenience of on-site essentials like firewood and seating. While the camp is praised for its peaceful atmosphere, a few reviewers noted issues like the occasional train noise and the presence of yellow jackets.

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· October 2026

19 ft Class B · With pets

We loved our stay at this well-appointed spot by the river. I especially enjoyed reading in the hammock while my dog dipped in the water. I appreciated the lighted path to the toilet at night and the host’s quick responsiveness. Great stay and we’ll be back!

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· September 2026

18 ft campervan

Just a fantastic space. Very accommodating, very comfortable. It's wonderful that Susan shares this place with Hipcampers. Thank you Susan! We will definitely recommend this spot to others, and stay again when we are in the area! 🙂

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· September 2026

27 ft travel trailer

I enjoyed my stay by the river. It was quiet, scenic, and exactly as described.

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· July 2026

Tent · Group trip

My favorite hipcamp spot on the cowlitz river! It’s close to town but feels very private and peaceful. We’ve stayed here for the 4th multiple years and the firework show down the river is amazing.

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· June 2026

Relaxing and beautiful!

Tent · With pets

We’ve camped here many times and each experience has been amazing. Susan is always so nice and very helpful if I have questions. The property is beautiful and very relaxing.

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· June 2026

Tent

This was a great place to camp. Beautiful view, awesome shed with great views

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· June 2026

Tent

We had a great time. Lots of places within minutes down the road to explore and fish. Well taken care of spot.

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· June 2026

Another Great Stay!

Tent · With kids

This was our 2nd time staying at Relax at the River and we still love it. Location is perfect with lots of little places for the kids to explore. If you forget or need anything, you don’t need to travel far but you still have privacy. Susan is a very gracious host. Thank you for having us back!

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· May 2026

Tent

Amazing place with excellent service! The views are absolutely stunning. We really enjoyed our stay and will definitely be coming back next year!

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· May 2026

Tent · Group trip

Talk about an absolute surprise of a site! We had a crew of 10 and we all fit very comfortably with still plenty of space left over. The view of the river was very relaxing and the shade, though not a lot, was enough to keep us cool. We will definitely be returning for another round. 👍🏽

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· September 2025

20 ft travel trailer

Immaculate RV site with horses as neighbors. Couldn’t be happier.

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· September 2025

Always a great camping spot

Tent · Group trip

We love this Hipcamp so much!! We stay here at least once a year for the past several years. The host has always been so hospitable. The view is beautiful! It’s a great way to fill your soul.

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· September 2025

Tent · Group trip

This was a great spot! I would definitely recommend

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· August 2025

Tranquility close to everything

Tent

This was an amazing view. The stores are close, there's spots down the road that have a shore area. We checked out the little town. This was only 45 mins from us close enough to not worry about a time to leave home for work. Susan was very nice, she let us stay a bit longer than our time for check out. We just went and hung out in the water. It would be amazing to clear part of the trees that fell right at the river front there at her property. To be able to get in and out the water easier. This place is gorgeous! She has literally everything you need there in her cute designed container. Bee/wasp killer, bug spray, sun screen, life jackets, flash lights, camp chairs, BBQ, wood, etc. This place is amazing.. just do it!

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· August 2025

Tent · Group trip

Wonderful spot right on the river. Lots nice little extras, wood, washing station, solar lights. Loved the cute little room in the container!

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· August 2025

Along for the river

Tent · With kids

It was nice to have the whole place to yourself. We sat along the river and listened to the wind chimes. It was summertime, so we didn't use the fire pit. Watch out for the yellow jackets though, we had some sneak into our tent and sting us at night. Otherwise, it was a peaceful trip.

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· July 2025

35 ft travel trailer · With pets

Had a great stay at Relax at the River. The site was clean and was very relaxing.

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· July 2025

20 ft travel trailer · With pets

Very spacious, nice too get away from the crowds. Great view!

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· July 2025

Tent · With pets

We had a great stay and appreciated the amenities Susan had on site.

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· June 2025

20 ft campervan

We had a lovely stay at “Relax At The River”, and would definitely recommend. Private, peaceful, beautiful, clean outhouse and great communication. It’s very convenient from I5 if you happen to need a place to stay enroute. Wish we had more time for a longer stay.

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· June 2025

Nice spot!

Tent · With pets

Lovely place to relax, easy to find and well maintained. A lot of thought went into providing everything you need to enjoy your time by the river. There’s so much room, shady and sunny areas, and access to the river. If you’re a light sleeper definitely bring ear plugs as the train ran throughout the night. Staying here turned me into a bird watcher, be warned!

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· June 2025

Relax at the river

Spot is right on the river. Secluded and somewhat private if neighbor isn't there. Easy access

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· June 2025

Tent · With kids

Loved our stay here. So many birds and the night sky was so full. It was clean and peaceful and it was exactly as described.

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· June 2025

Peaceful river stay

11 ft pop-up camper · With pets

Phenomenal. Exactly as described. Beautiful river views, quite peaceful, and so easy to find. Obviously well maintained, with lots of solar lights so you can find the bathroom in the evening. We had two trailers and two tents, with plenty of room for everyone. Probably not the best spot if you want to play in the river, but I think that was indicated in the description.

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· June 2025

Great spot on the river!

Tent · With pets

Great open site to enjoy a get away! There are several options of places to set up your tent (we have a large 8 person and a 6 person and had no issues finding spots with a view). It is very open so you get a lot of sunshine, but if you prefer to be more shaded we were able to “hide” in the shade from the RV on site or retreat in to the shack that always had a great breeze going through when both doors were open. There is a path directly down to the river if you want to be closer, and if you want more of a bank to relax riverside, the site is on the Camelot Spur and Cook Ferry trail so we walked less than half mile and found a path with a place to hang out. The site was clean, the bathrooms were clean, and everything was great! Susan the host was also quick to respond when we needed to let her know something! We even had a couple deer stop by to check it out!

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· May 2025

25 ft pop-up camper

Susan’s place is so relaxing and peaceful! We were so happy to be back! It’s nice watching the river go by, listening to the birds, seeing eagles and even deer in the morning! Great spacious place! Very well maintained and everything you need!

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· May 2025

21 ft travel trailer · With pets

My family had a great time. The land was well maintained and easy to get to. I particularly enjoyed the little fishing hole with a view of the hills and the bird feeders which attracted lots of gold finches and mourning doves.

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· May 2025

24 ft travel trailer · With pets

Great place to hang out by the river. Lots of space. We will try to stay here again in the future.

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· April 2025

Tent · With pets

Site was well looked after and maintained. Container that was on site had tools/consumables like a axe and bug spray

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· April 2025

Tent

Nice little place. Its between my destination in Oregon and Seattle and a nice little stop before continuing south, or checking out mount st helens. Wind chime was driving me a little crazy when it got windy though, and some boats on the water were a bit loud. I'm kinda a light sleeper but id stay here again.

Location

Castle Rock, Cowlitz County, Washington, United StatesTo respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking

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