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Hells Crossing Campground

11 mi west of Cliffdell, WA · No signal at camp

Federal campgroundtype
Reservablebooking
Jul–Augbest months

About Hells Crossing Campground

Hells Crossing Campground is located along the American River in the Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest in Washington's Cascade Range. Warm summer days and easy access to an abundance of recreational activities make the campground a perfect setting for individual and group camping excursions. Hells Crossing Campground offers outdoor enthusiasts the opportunity to hike, fish, ski, raft and enjoy a multitude of recreational activities throughout the year. The American River, which can be accessed from within the campground, offers a scenic backdrop for swimmers braving its cold, refreshing waters. Whitewater enthusiasts may enjoy a rafting trip on the American or on one of many scenic rivers in the area. Hells Crossing Campground offers standard and tent-only sites. Picnic tables, vault toilets and drinking water are available; however, there are no electrical hookups. There are two…

  • Fees: Extra Vehicle Fee $8.00
  • Managed by: Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest, FS
  • Where: 11 mi west of Cliffdell, WA · 46.96472, -121.26583

Things to do:

FishingHikingBoating & paddlingSwimmingWinter sports

Amenities:

ToiletsDrinking waterTents allowedRVs allowed

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

Weather by month

34°
23°Jan
36°
23°Feb
41°
26°Mar
47°
29°Apr
55°
35°May
61°
40°Jun
71°
47°Jul
71°
47°Aug
64°
42°Sep
50°
34°Oct
38°
28°Nov
32°
22°Dec

Typical daily highs and lows (°F), 1991–2020 NOAA normals. Best months: Jul–Aug (comfortable days, mild nights, little rain). Nights below freezing: Nov–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: 7.2 mi
Propane: 22.8 mi

Nearest of each within 25 miles, straight-line.