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

Lodgepole Campground (Washington)

Lodgepole Campground is located in the Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest in the Northern Cascade Range of Washington. With the scenic waters of the American River running alongside the site, and access to pristine wilderness, scenic highways and a multitude of recreational activities nearby, the campground offers an ideal setting for outdoor enthusiasts.

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Check availability on Recreation.gov ↗
Golden-mantled ground squirrel on boulderLodgepole CampgroundLodgepole Campground (Washington)Lodgepole Campground
Photos courtesy of USFS · Recreation.gov

Site mix

Standard, no hookups33
Host/management1
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 106 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter.

Have the trailer VIN? It carries the trailer length.

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

SiteEntryFits, ftSurfaceShadePeople / vehiclesFiresAccessible
001Back-in44Gravel8 / 1Yes
002Pull-through89GravelFull8 / 1Yes
003Back-in42GravelFull8 / 1Yes
004Pull-through90GravelFull8 / 1YesYes
005Back-in48GravelFull8 / 1Yes
006Pull-through80GravelFull8 / 1Yes
007Pull-through43GravelFull8 / 1YesYes
008Back-in45GravelFull8 / 1Yes
009Back-in20GravelFull8 / 1Yes
010Back-in20GravelFull8 / 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 length106 ft
EquipmentRVs & trailers, Tents
PetsAllowed
CampfiresAllowed, subject to restrictions
AccessibilitySites 004, 007, 020, 021 and 4 more are listed accessible

Lodgepole Campground offers several standard sites, accomodating both tent and RV camping. Picnic tables, vault toilets and drinking water are available, however there are no electrical hookups.

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

Season & status

ForestOkanogan-Wenatchee National Forest
BookingReservations: Call toll free 1 (877) 444-6777 (International (518) 885-3639 or TDD (877) 833-6777), or on-line at recreation.gov
Fees$22 per night. Plus extra vehicle charge if any.
RulesTrailers 20 ft. max.

Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest recreation page ↗

Weather by month

NOAA climate normals →
Weather by month near Lodgepole Campground (Washington)20°30°40°50°60°January: 17.22 inches of precipitationFebruary: 12.93 inches of precipitationMarch: 13.21 inches of precipitationApril: 8.35 inches of precipitationMay: 5.08 inches of precipitationJune: 3.84 inches of precipitationJuly: 1.41 inches of precipitationAugust: 1.64 inches of precipitationSeptember: 4.43 inches of precipitationOctober: 11.25 inches of precipitationNovember: 18.16 inches of precipitationDecember: 18.92 inches of precipitationJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanuary: 29.2°F averageFebruary: 28.3°F averageMarch: 29.7°F averageApril: 33.2°F averageMay: 40.6°F averageJune: 45.2°F averageJuly: 53.1°F averageAugust: 54.4°F averageSeptember: 49.3°F averageOctober: 39.6°F averageNovember: 31.5°F averageDecember: 27.3°F average0 in5 in10 in15 in20 inTemp °FInches
The line is the average temperature and the bars are average precipitation at Rainier Paradise RS, 19 miles from the campground at 5,427 feet, station USC00456898 in the NOAA monthly climate normals for 1991 to 2020. Precipitation totals about 116 inches a year.

Getting there

From Yakima, take Highway 12 west to the junction with Highway 410. Travel 39 miles on Highway 410 to the campground entrance.

Nearest townNaches, Washington
Coordinates46.9158° N, 121.3844° W · Directions ↗

Good to know

  • Please note, this campground is not within Sequoia National Park.

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

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

  • Wildfire
    Three Queens

    35 mi from the campground · 9,575 acres · 33% contained

  • Wildfire
    King

    39 mi from the campground · 3,427 acres · 36% contained

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

Supplies & services

Dump stationDump station ↗5.6 mi
Outdoor gearRMI Rentals ↗32.6 mi
RV sales & serviceSunset RV ↗35.1 mi

Locations © OpenStreetMap contributors. Call ahead; hours change seasonally.

Explore

Video

Mt. Rainier Campground Walk Through - Lodgepole Campground

Worth a stop

Crow Lake, Swamp Lake, Cougar Valley and Union Creek Trails all have trailheads near Lodgepole Campground. Hikers may also want to traverse at least a portion of the spectacular Pacific Crest Trail (PCT), one of the world's premier National Scenic Trails. Boulder Cave National Recreation Trail is one of the most popular places in the Naches District. Visitors can walk the accessible trail along the river or explore Boulder Cave. Interpretive signs along the trail explain the geology, plants, animals and fire history of the area. Nearby Mount Rainier National Park offers fantastic glimpses of glaciers, subalpine ecology and volcanic landscapes.

Trailheads within three miles

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 →

This campground sits inside William O. Douglas Wilderness.

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.

Natural features

The stunning beauty of the Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest attracts visitors from throughout the country, with its high, glaciated alpine peaks towering along the Cascade Crest. Lush valleys of old-growth forest define its western boundary and at its eastern edge, rugged shrub-steppe country comprises a more arid region. Elevations range from below 1,000 feet to over 9,000 feet. Visitors can expect many days of warm, sunny weather in the summer and clear skies and plenty of snow in the winter. Nearby Goat Rocks Wilderness is an exciting adventure for those wanting to traverse higher elevations. Peaks within the area are remnants of an extinct volcano, taking the name "Goat Rocks," in honor of the numerous mountain goats traversing this isolated region. Gilbert Peak is the highest summit in this area at an elevation of 8,184 feet.

Recreation

Lodgepole Campground offers outdoor enthusiasts the opportunity to hike, fish, ski, raft and enjoy a multitude of outdoor recreational activities throughout the year. Beautiful rivers and streams, high elevation lakes, reservoirs, and small ponds provide an endless number of fishing opportunities for the experienced and beginning angler. The American River, adjacent to the campground, supports a variety of trout including rainbow, brook, and cutthroat. The river also offers a scenic backdrop for swimmers braving its cold, refreshing waters. Whitewater enthusiasts enjoy rafting on the American or one of the many other rivers in the area.

Guidebooks for Washington

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    Ellie Kozlowski, 2018
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Reference

Questions people ask

Do I need a reservation at Lodgepole Campground (Washington)?

Sites at Lodgepole Campground (Washington) are reservable on Recreation.gov. Reservations: Call 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 Lodgepole Campground (Washington)?

$22 per night. Plus extra vehicle charge if any.

Source: Recreation.gov

What time is check-in at Lodgepole Campground (Washington)?

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

Source: Recreation.gov

What does it cost to cancel a reservation at Lodgepole Campground (Washington)?

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

Source: Charges and cancellations

How many sites does Lodgepole Campground (Washington) have?

34 sites, including 33 standard sites without power.

Source: Recreation.gov

Will my RV fit at Lodgepole Campground (Washington)?

Recreation.gov lists no practical vehicle capacity limit for the largest site here, which usually means pull-through or open parking. The sidebar tool checks a trailer or motorhome length against every site.

Source: Will my RV fit

Are pets allowed at Lodgepole Campground (Washington)?

Yes, pets are allowed at Lodgepole Campground (Washington). Leash rules apply.

Source: Recreation.gov

Can I have a campfire at Lodgepole Campground (Washington)?

Fires are allowed in the provided rings under normal conditions. As of 2026-10-16, there are 3 active fires within 50 miles, so check current restrictions before you light one. Trailers 20 ft.

Source: Fire nearby

Are there accessible sites at Lodgepole Campground (Washington)?

Sites 004, 007, 020, and 021 are listed accessible on Recreation.gov, 8 sites in all. What that covers (a paved pad, an accessible table, a nearby accessible restroom) is on each site's booking page.

Source: Recreation.gov

What is there to do at Lodgepole Campground (Washington)?

Lodgepole Campground offers outdoor enthusiasts the opportunity to hike, fish, ski, raft and enjoy a multitude of outdoor recreational activities throughout the year. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.

Source: Recreation

What is the nearest town to Lodgepole Campground (Washington)?

Naches, Washington. Crow Lake, Swamp Lake, Cougar Valley and Union Creek Trails all have trailheads near Lodgepole Campground.

Source: Getting there

What if Lodgepole Campground (Washington) is full?

The nearest public campgrounds are Pleasant Valley Campground (3.3 mi), Bumping Lake Campground (5.6 mi), and Salmon Cove Group Site (6 mi).

Source: Campgrounds nearby