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American Forks Campground

7 mi northwest of Cliffdell, WA · No signal at camp

Federal campgroundtype
12sites
Reservablebooking
Jun–Sepbest months

About American Forks Campground

American Forks Campground is located about 40 miles west of Naches, Washington, near the American River and Bumping River in the East Cascade mountains. The campground provides ready access to Bumping Lake, where boating and fishing are popular. Hiking and horseback riding trails extend into the William O. Douglas and Norse Peak Wilderness areas, and off-road vehicle and snowmobile access draws visitors to the Little Naches drainage. In winter, snow-shoeing and cross-country skiing are popular in the American River area. A trip along the scenic Mather Parkway is a fantastic outing. The American River, adjacent to the campground, offers a scenic backdrop for anglers. Its cold, clear waters sustain populations of rainbow and brown trout. Whitewater enthusiasts may enjoy a paddle on the river or one of the many other tributaries draining into the Cascade region. The campground has 8…

  • Fees: $15/Night for single unit plus $5 per additional vehicle (2 vehicle per site max.).
  • Season: May
  • Managed by: Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest, FS
  • Where: 7 mi northwest of Cliffdell, WA · 46.97702, -121.16712

Things to do:

FishingHikingHorseback ridingBoating & paddlingBikingOff-road (OHV)Wildlife & birdingHuntingWinter sportsHistory & culture

Amenities:

ToiletsTents allowed

Official page for this camp (fees, closures, booking)

Weather by month

34°
23°Jan
38°
22°Feb
44°
26°Mar
50°
30°Apr
59°
36°May
65°
42°Jun
75°
47°Jul
75°
46°Aug
67°
40°Sep
53°
32°Oct
40°
27°Nov
32°
22°Dec

Typical daily highs and lows (°F), 1991–2020 NOAA normals. Best months: Jun–Sep (comfortable days, mild nights, little rain). Nights below freezing: Oct–Apr.

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Good to know

Cell signal

No signal at camp

From the carriers' FCC coverage maps, which tend to be generous.
Night sky: Truly dark

The Milky Way shows rich detail, horizon to horizon.

Class 2 of 9, from NASA/NOAA night-light data.
RV essentials

Dump station: 10 mi
Propane: 19 mi

Nearest of each within 25 miles, straight-line.

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