U.S. Forest Service · Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest · Naches, WA

Willows Campground

Willows Campground sits on the eastern slopes of the Cascade Mountains at the southern end of the Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest, offering visitors some of the most stunning scenery in Washington and easy access to an abundance of recreational activities.

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Site mix

Standard, no hookups14
Tent-only2
Most sites here open on Recreation.gov six months ahead, at 10 a.m. Eastern. Sold out is not final: cancellations come back into the pool, most of them two to three days out. How to catch one

Site guide

Will my RV fit

The longest site here provides 40 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter.

Have the trailer VIN? It carries the trailer length.

16 sites. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.

SiteTypeEntryFits, ftSurfaceShadePeople / vehiclesFires
001StandardBack-in30GravelFull8 / 1Yes
002StandardBack-in25GravelFull8 / 1Yes
003StandardBack-in30GravelFull8 / 1Yes
004StandardBack-in35GravelFull8 / 1Yes
005StandardBack-in26GravelFull8 / 1Yes
006StandardBack-in20GravelFull8 / 1Yes
007StandardBack-in21GravelFull8 / 1Yes
008StandardBack-in30Gravel8 / 1Yes
009Tent onlyBack-inGravelFull8 / 1Yes
010StandardBack-in30GravelFull8 / 1Yes

Per-site records as published by the managing agency on Recreation.gov. Blank cells mean the agency listed nothing for that site. Check-in 02:00 PM, checkout 12:00 PM.

Amenities & rules

HookupsNone
Max vehicle length40 ft
EquipmentRVs & trailers, Tents
PetsAllowed
CampfiresAllowed, subject to restrictions

Willows Campground offers sites that accommodate both tent and RV camping. Sites are equipped with tables and campfire rings with grills. Vault toilets and drinking water are also available.

Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.

Season & status

StatusClosed for the season. Forest Service sites close for the season; check the official page for the reopening date.
ForestOkanogan-Wenatchee National Forest
BookingThis site can be reserved by calling Toll Free 1-877-444-6777 (International 518-885-3639 or TDD 877-833-6777) or on-line at recreation.gov
Fees$20 / Night for single unit $9 / Extra vehicle
RulesTrailers 20 ft. max.

Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest recreation page ↗

Weather by month

NOAA climate normals →
Weather by month near Willows Campground30°40°50°60°70°80°January: 1.16 inches of precipitationFebruary: 0.92 inches of precipitationMarch: 0.68 inches of precipitationApril: 0.62 inches of precipitationMay: 0.79 inches of precipitationJune: 0.61 inches of precipitationJuly: 0.25 inches of precipitationAugust: 0.21 inches of precipitationSeptember: 0.33 inches of precipitationOctober: 0.72 inches of precipitationNovember: 0.90 inches of precipitationDecember: 1.41 inches of precipitationJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanuary: 33.2°F averageFebruary: 39.2°F averageMarch: 45.7°F averageApril: 52.5°F averageMay: 60.7°F averageJune: 66.7°F averageJuly: 74.0°F averageAugust: 73.3°F averageSeptember: 65.4°F averageOctober: 52.3°F averageNovember: 40.3°F averageDecember: 31.7°F average0 in0.5 in1 in1.5 inTemp °FInches
The line is the average temperature and the bars are average precipitation at Yakima #2, 23 miles from the campground at 1,142 feet, station USC00459463 in the NOAA monthly climate normals for 1991 to 2020. Precipitation totals about 9 inches a year.

Getting there

From Naches, Washington, take Route 12 west 4.4 miles to the intersection with State Route 410. Turn left at the intersection, staying on Route 12. Travel 15 miles to campground on the left.

Nearest townNaches, Washington
Coordinates46.6725° N, 121.0392° W · Directions ↗

Charges and cancellations

Cancellations Individual Campsites: Cancellations up to 2 days before a reservation start date incur a $10.00 cancellation fee. A visitor who cancels a reservation the day before or on the day of arrival will pay a $10.00 service fee AND forfeit the first night's use fee including tax and applicable add-on for a campsite. Cancellations for a one-night reservation will forfeit the entire amount paid and will not be subject to an additional service fee. No-Shows A no-show visitor is one who does not arrive at a campground and does not cancel the reservation by check-out time on the day after the scheduled arrival date. Staff will hold a campsite until check-out time on the day following the arrival date. No-shows are assessed $20.00 service fee and forfeit the first night's rate, taxes and applicable add-on for a campsite. Refunds will not be issued after the 7 days has ended. Refunds for debit or credit card payments will be issued as a credit to the original bank or credit card used to pay.

Fire nearby

  • Wildfire
    West Fork

    37 mi from the campground · 310 acres · 16% contained

Distance is to the reported incident point, not the fire edge. Call the managing office before you drive.

Supplies & services

Dump stationDump station ↗7.1 mi
RV sales & serviceRV sales & service ↗21.4 mi
Outdoor gearCabela's ↗27.4 mi

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Explore

Video

Willows Campground - Wenatchee National Forest, WA

Worth a stop

A historic highlight of the area is the last remaining lookout in the Naches Ranger District, Jumpoff Lookout. Visitors will also enjoy traveling the Cascade Lakes Scenic Byway, which climbs into the clouds on a 66-mile drive through the Cascade Mountain range, weaving through snow-capped peaks and alpine lakes.

  • 1.7 mi
    Bethel Oak
    4.3 mi trail
  • 1.7 mi
    Cow Canyon ↗
    7 mi trail
  • 1.9 mi
    Chimney Peaks
    3 mi trail
  • 2 mi
    Old Tieton Road
    2.1 mi trail
  • 2.2 mi
  • 2.3 mi
    Goose Egg XC Ski
    2 mi trail

Trail and trailhead records are the Forest Service's. Distances are straight-line to the nearer trail end. Trail conditions are not tracked here.

Public land it sits in

On Wilderness Atlas →

William O. Douglas Wilderness begins about 6.1 miles away, and it is the closest of these.

Each unit is published as a centre point and an acreage rather than a boundary, so this section stands it in for a circle of the same area. Whether a campground is inside, and how far it is from one it is outside, are both approximate.

On the National Register nearby

On Register Atlas →

Natural features

Encompassing more than 4 million acres and stretching north to south from the Canadian border to the Goat Rocks Wilderness, the Okanogan-Wenatchee is a stunning and diverse National Forest. High, glaciated alpine peaks tower along the Cascade Crest and lush valleys of old growth forest define its western boundary. At its eastern edge, rugged shrub-steppe country comprises a more arid region. Elevations range from below 1,000 feet to more than 9,000 feet. Visitors to the area can expect many days of clear, sunny weather in the summer, and winters with clear skies and plenty of snow.

Recreation

In addition to being a prime location for hiking fishing, hunting, horseback riding, and mountain biking in summer and early fall, Willows Campground offers excellent skiing, snowshoeing and snowmobiling in the winter months. Hikers and backpackers are especially fortunate to have access to a variety of spectacular trails near the campground and in the surrounding areas. Designated Wilderness provides thousands of pristine acres of incredible landscapes to enjoy in solitude or with a small group. Whitewater paddling on the Tieton River, adjacent to Willows Campground, is also a popular activity.

Guidebooks for Washington

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Reference

Questions people ask

Do I need a reservation at Willows Campground?

Sites at Willows Campground are reservable on Recreation.gov. This site can be reserved by calling Toll Free 1-877-444-6777 (International 518-885-3639 or TDD 877-833-6777) or on-line at recreation.gov Any walk-up sites are listed on the booking page.

Source: Recreation.gov

How much does it cost to camp at Willows Campground?

$20 / Night for single unit $9 / Extra vehicle

Source: Recreation.gov

What time is check-in at Willows Campground?

Check-in 02:00 PM, checkout 12:00 PM.

Source: Recreation.gov

What does it cost to cancel a reservation at Willows Campground?

Cancellations Individual Campsites: Cancellations up to 2 days before a reservation start date incur a $10.00 cancellation fee.

Source: Charges and cancellations

Is Willows Campground open right now?

Closed for the season as of Oct 16, 2026.

Source: Forest Service status

How many sites does Willows Campground have?

16 sites, including 14 standard sites without power and 2 tent-only sites.

Source: Recreation.gov

Will my RV fit at Willows Campground?

The longest site here provides 40 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter. The sidebar tool checks a trailer or motorhome length against every site.

Source: Will my RV fit

Are pets allowed at Willows Campground?

Yes, pets are allowed at Willows Campground. Leash rules apply.

Source: Recreation.gov

Can I have a campfire at Willows Campground?

Fires are allowed in the provided rings under normal conditions. As of 2026-10-16, there is 1 active fire within 50 miles, so check current restrictions before you light one. Trailers 20 ft.

Source: Fire nearby

Is there cell service at Willows Campground?

FCC coverage maps show AT&T 5G at the campground point. Terrain changes that from one site to the next.

Source: FCC Broadband Map

What is there to do at Willows Campground?

In addition to being a prime location for hiking fishing, hunting, horseback riding, and mountain biking in summer and early fall, Willows Campground offers excellent skiing, snowshoeing and snowmobiling in the winter months. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.

Source: Recreation

What is the nearest town to Willows Campground?

Naches, Washington. A historic highlight of the area is the last remaining lookout in the Naches Ranger District, Jumpoff Lookout.

Source: Getting there