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Views of Adams, Helens, Hood, Jefferson. Highest camp in Washington. Nice solar toilets. The hike up is quite difficult.
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Bumping Lake Campground welcomes pets throughout its spacious, wooded sites that offer privacy between campers. Dogs are permitted in all accommodation types including tent sites, RV spots, and cabins. Located near Goose Prairie, the campground provides clean vault toilets and potable water from spigots positioned throughout the grounds. Leashed pets can accompany their owners on trails around the 5-mile-long lake and through the surrounding Wenatchee National Forest. Several campsites in the Upper Campground section sit directly on the lakeshore, providing excellent water access for dogs who enjoy swimming. Soda Springs Campground also accommodates pets with basic amenities including vault toilets and picnic tables at each site. The campground's location along Bumping River creates numerous opportunities for dogs to cool off during summer months. Most visitors mention that flies can be problematic during certain seasons, so bringing pet-safe insect repellent is advisable.
White River Dispersed Camping areas provide more primitive options for campers with pets who prefer fewer restrictions and more solitude. These free sites require pets to be under control but offer more freedom for dogs to explore. The surrounding forest contains extensive trail networks suitable for leashed dogs, with many routes following streams and rivers ideal for pets needing water access. Several trails connect to the nearby Mount Rainier National Park, though pet owners should note that dogs face stricter regulations within park boundaries. Visitors camping with pets should be prepared for significant temperature drops at night, even after warm days. The campgrounds typically operate seasonally from late May through September, with some sites available by reservation and others first-come, first-served. Wildlife encounters are common in this area, so keeping dogs leashed and food secured remains essential for safety.
Best Dog-Friendly Campgrounds near Goose Prairie (185)
1. Bumping Lake Campground
"Our go to spot, love walking the dogs around the lake and along the gravel road. It’s very quiet and peaceful. The part is clean and the camp hosts are very friendly and helpful."
"There was a woodsy area behind the site where kids could play. The bathrooms are fancy out houses no place to wash hands. Lots of bugs in the evening."
from $24 - $48 / night
Check Availability2. Ohanapecosh Campground — Mount Rainier National Park
"Lots of trails to hike, pet friendly, and the river is a sight to see. Beautiful."
"Great location, so close to the park entrance. An hour or so away from Paradise Inn and Sunrise Lodge. Hiked Silver Falls Trail which was right across from our campsite (E10)."
from $20 / night
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"It was an absolutely beautiful location, about 10-15 minutes away from the Sunrise Entrance. The first night, I got there after 9pm and there were still plenty of spots available."
"The campsites are absolutely beautiful—tucked among the trees with stunning views and the soothing, constant sound of the roaring White River nearby."
4. Silver Springs Campground
"This is my new favorite spot to camp in Washington. The spaces are well distributed, the location right next to the river is beautiful and the site staff were extremely gracious."
"You get almost all the benefits of staying inside the park without most of the drawbacks (impossible reservations, permits, pet policies, etc.)."
from $37 - $84 / night
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"Outhouse noise/smell wasn't an issue as it's right next to the pooper. Clean outhouses."
"This is a nice campground we stayed at along our loop around Mt Rainier."
from $24 / night
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"Disclaimer: We dispersed camp next to this campground. We spent a lot of time in the actual campground though. It has a clean vault toilet for both men and women."
"Situated alongside Bumping River. mostly level sites. No hookups. No electricity. Water available. Trash receptacles. No cell service."
from $24 / night
Check Availability7. Ranger Creek Airstrip Dispersed
"We drove to the end where the bathroom is and decided to turn around, though it seems that the camp spots do continue after that point."
"We drove to the end where the bathroom is and decided to turn around, though it seems that the camp spots do continue after that point."
8. Cedar Springs Campground (WA)
"It’s very isolated and a great place if you want to get away from the city!"
"The campground is super close to Boulder Caves and Bumping Lake; there are also a number of hikes nearby. Two thumbs up from this girl!"
from $22 / night
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"I've been coming here since I was a little kid and it's still one of my favorite campgrounds (with leashed pets allowed)."
"The scenery is gorgeous and is conviently located by Packwood. Massive trees and campground is pet friendly. Also reservations are welcome."
from $27 - $115 / night
Check Availability10. American Forks Campground
"Close to the river. The river noise will lull you to sleep. Only reason I didn't give a 5 star is the fire pits are totally not useable for grilling. The grills are 2.5 feet off the ground."
"Going up the mountain we found a really cool meadow & lake."
from $15 / night
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Drive Time
- 1 hr 10 min from Yakima, WA
- 2 hrs 52 min from Wenatchee, WA
- 3 hrs 10 min from Seattle, WA
- 3 hrs 29 min from Olympia, WA
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Dog-Friendly Camping Reviews near Goose Prairie, WA
1250 Reviews of 185 Goose Prairie Campgrounds
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Silver Springs Campground
New Favorite Spot
This is my new favorite spot to camp in Washington. The spaces are well distributed, the location right next to the river is beautiful and the site staff were extremely gracious. I’d strongly recommend picking a number between 2 and 10 as those are the closest sights to the river if you’re looking to enjoy the sounds of the water. There is also a full bathroom at around the mid 20s if you’d prefer a functional toilet system.
- RRandy G.
TravelerWhispering Pines RV Campground
A little town
So I tried booking a spot through this app, and then cashapp was pending the purchase. I ended up calling the campground and they never received my booking. So I waited about 10 min and then I seen that my money was refunded. I ended up calling the camp back and booking it through over the phone. Same price....so I don't see what discount might have done. And also this campground or the lady who answered the phone had never heard of this APP...and named a few partners they work with....this app not being one of them...so...I don't know... ANYWHO.....
Stayed one night, the site 204 was a little difficult to find. The on-site store was pretty good size, from what I saw they had camping gear and regular convenience store stuff. When we got there there was only 1 other tent/ family set up a space away. The site was In a good place, just a walk away from the river. We did have like 2 hornets make their way into our tent. I used the showers behind the dog park, which had 2 shower stalls. And was empty. Hot water instantly, cute lil set up. The campground it self was pretty big...like it was a little town...big play area for kids, lake looked big, same with dog park. Then I took a walk around on the path, and followed the river (as in picture). Quiet time at 10....woke up early and packed up...felt safe, didn't get bothered..no trouble checking In...loved it...
Shay F.
LegendUmtanum Campground - Yakima River Canyon
Epicenter for Summer River Floaters
Eastern Washington near the water is my favorite type of landscape. It's a hot, windy, and a true desert climate. When you get near a body of water like you do along the Yakima River, the diversity of life expands and makes for great wildlife watching.
Umtanum Recreation Site is part of several BLM campgrounds lumped together along the Yakima River known as the Yakima River Canyon Campgrounds. All can be reserved ahead of time via the reservation.gov website: https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/250985. Standard for most BLM camping in Washington, sites are very basic. Gravel parking, pit toilets, and a picnic table. This place does have a dumpster for trash, not all do. There are no hook ups, no drinking water, and in our case, very little shade. Neighbors are close and there is not a lot of privacy. The day use area is right there too, close to camping and can be loud. It is heavily patrolled by the wonderful BLM folks to keep everything clean and the people orderly. They also give out tickets if you don't mind the warnings for correct passes or day use fees.
The campground itself is one little loop with six sites. The loop is an offshoot of a very large gravel parking area for day use. Mostly boat launching and hiking access to Umtanum Creek and Umtaum Ridge trails. You can check the Information Board for rules on day use and camping fees, passes, and how to check to see if a site is reserved.
We arrived on July 3rd in the afternoon. The campground was very quiet and all the sites were reserved. The morning of July 4th, the recreation site turned into a total madhouse. BLM Rangers, Law Enforcement, making constant rounds to patrol the never ending hoards of people coming to park and float the river. There was a lot of noise, dust, drunk and rowdy folks. Friday was calm again until afternoon, Saturday was not as bad as the 4th but still pretty crazy. It was also hot! No shade to be had in our site. After hiking in the morning, we spent a lot of time across the bridge, in it's shadow, in the river.
If you are using this spot as a base to do some hiking, fishing, or floating it's very convenient. I am sure in Spring and Fall when river floating is not at it's peak, it's gorgeous and peaceful. The raptors and songbirds are splendid. We saw Bighorn sheep on the hill, big rock squirrels, wild turkeys with babies, and fish. No rattlesnakes or ticks, but this is prime territory. Hiking down the Umtanum Creek trail, over the suspension bridge, is one of my favorite hikes ever.
molly N.GuideCamp Lakeview
Great spot
This campground has super friendly staff, decent bathrooms and showers, laundry facility, access to a lake, fishing is welcome, swimming allowed, great playground for kids, allows pets, has a small store in the office with some essentials if you forget something. It is about a 1 Hour drive to the entrance of Mount Rainier National Park.
Ethan H.
RangerYurt Snowshoe
Snow Yurt
My father and I snowshoed to this yurt for my birthday in right before the corona virus outbreak. With several feet of deep snow, this 12.5 mile snow hike was no joke. Took us 8 hours to get to the yurt. Make sure you leave yourself plenty of daylight to get up there.
Pets are not allowed inside the yurt for consideration of other guests and their possible allergies. We just set up a tarp over the porch outside for our dog. Twenty feet away from the front door is the vault toilet. It’s in great condition and very clean. Warm fire place and plenty of furniture or ground space for sleeping arrangements. You can reserve the yurt to have it all to yourself at skimta.org once the virus restrictions are over.
Briana K.TravelerAlder Lake Campground
Well kept grounds.
We took our youth group on their first camping trip a few weeks ago. I rained a tad, but the kids loved it! I was very impressed with the upkeep of the camp ground. Very clean. The trash got picked up by the Rangers at least once a day, even more on the Saturday. The bath rooms were clean and had warm shower s. They were also very dog friendly, they had a pet post outside the bathrooms and poop bags available. Even though the water level of the lake is extremely low, it did not stop us from boating swimming and kayaking!
Sean K.
ScoutSilver Springs Campground
Best Alternative to Inside the Park
Silver Springs is our go-to for camping at Mt. Rainier. You get almost all the benefits of staying inside the park without most of the drawbacks (impossible reservations, permits, pet policies, etc.). Campsites are usually clean and spacious and kids feel safe riding around on their bikes and playing in the stream. Just be careful if you’re staying at one of the sites along the river during high rainfall as it can be dangerous for kids and pets.
Megan C.RangerLa Wis Wis Campground
Long time favorite
I've been coming here since I was a little kid and it's still one of my favorite campgrounds (with leashed pets allowed). It's cute, wooded, with a moss covered old growth forest, fairly private camps, with one large group site available. Obviously the river spots are the prime locations but we recently had to branch out and stayed in the more wooded Loop B at site B4. We found we had plenty of space and privacy for a party of 5. At this location we had piped water between us and site B5, and we were conveniently located a short walk from restrooms and Purcell Falls. There are plenty of options to keep you busy inside the campground such as visit to one of the many rivers or creeks, the blue hole or a hike to Purcell falls.
If you choose to use the campground as a base camp your close to many other options as well; Ohanapecosh campground and amphitheater, hike naches peak loop, visit the town of Packwood or Mount Rainier National Park (no pets allowed).
Guide to Goose Prairie
Dispersed camping near Goose Prairie offers rustic stays at elevations between 2,800-3,500 feet within Wenatchee National Forest. Temperature variations between day and night can exceed 30 degrees, even in summer months. The area's volcanic soils create unique drainage conditions that affect campsite selection during spring runoff months.
What to do
River swimming: Spot selection matters: The American River provides numerous swimming opportunities for visitors. At La Wis Wis Campground, campers can access Blue Hole, "a beautiful swimming hole with a very rocky beach." Late summer is optimal as "the river is still moving strong and quickly June/July."
Meadow exploration: Easy day trips: Heading up from American Forks Campground, you'll discover "a really cool meadow & lake" perfect for day hiking. The campground itself "runs along a creek that you can here from all sites," providing a peaceful soundtrack for your exploration.
Boat rentals: Budget-friendly options: Bumping Lake offers affordable watercraft rentals. "We rented one to get a Geocache that was on an island on the lake," reports one visitor, while another mentions "you can rent fishing boats for 25$ and hour" at the nearby marina, providing access to the five-mile-long lake.
What campers like
Privacy between sites: Lodgepole Campground offers "super quiet and very private spots" according to recent visitors. The campground features "beautiful Lodgepole pines with the American river roaring by," creating natural sound barriers between campsites.
Natural air conditioning: Many campers appreciate the cooling effect of riverside sites during hot summer months. "The river spots are prime real estate and I would recommend those if you can due to the cool breeze that comes off them," notes one camper about riverside accommodations.
Dog play areas: Silver Springs Campground offers excellent dog-friendly options with "good hiking along the river from the campground." One regular visitor mentions they "love walking the dogs around the lake and along the gravel road. It's very quiet and peaceful."
What you should know
Seasonal water variations: Water systems at campgrounds can be unreliable early or late in the season. At Lodgepole Campground, campers reported "as of July 7, 2022 there is no potable water at campground, despite what Recreation.gov's website says." Always bring water filters or extra supplies.
Bug pressure timing: Insect activity varies significantly by season and location. At Soda Springs Campground, "the worst part of the area is the man eating flies. They were so thick and miserable. Multiple would be biting you at the same time!"
Temperature planning: The mountain climate brings significant daily temperature swings. At Bumping Lake Campground, "temps drop at night even after warm days so dress accordingly." Pack accordingly with warm layers even during summer months.
Road conditions: Many access roads deteriorate seasonally. One visitor to Soda Springs noted they "stopped a mile in and dispersed camped because the road was covered with downed trees" and found "the road is washed out and rough right before the campground."
Tips for camping with families
Ranger programs: Educational opportunities: Several campgrounds offer ranger-led activities. At Ohanapecosh Campground, families appreciate the "fun ranger programs" and one visitor highlights it as "very family friendly with great ranger led activities for the kids."
Multi-site reservations: For family groups, consider booking adjacent sites. At La Wis Wis, "when we have gone we just get a few spaces clustered together on the river. Works well and gives the little ones nice space to play in between camp sites."
Playground access: Some dog-friendly campgrounds near Goose Prairie include play structures. Cedar Springs provides "a playground and stages and has many hikes you can take," making it an excellent choice for families with younger children.
Swimming safety: River conditions change seasonally. At La Wis Wis, "the water is very cold but there are lots of swimming holes and even a rope swing." Parents should note river currents can be strong early in the season and should supervise children accordingly.
Tips from RVers
Site accessibility: Many campgrounds have limited access for larger vehicles. At White River Dispersed Camping, "4x4 / high clearance vehicles recommended - saw some subarus trying to navigate into a cleared area and it was pretty scrape-y."
Loop selection matters: For larger rigs at Silver Springs Campground, "the roads through this campground are a bit tight and have a few low-hanging trees, so be aware if you have a larger rig. Our 32' fifth wheel was fine but I wouldn't want to go much longer than that."
Limited hookups: Most campgrounds in this area are rustic. At Silver Springs, visitors note there are "both dry camping and water/electric hookups, but no dump station" and "several water spigots scattered throughout the dry camping loop, although they weren't threaded so we couldn't run a hose to them."
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