Best Tent Camping near Pomeroy, WA

Tent camping options near Pomeroy, Washington include several established campgrounds in the Umatilla National Forest. Big Springs Campground and Panjab Campground offer tent-specific sites with basic amenities, while Alder Thicket and Teal campgrounds provide more remote experiences. Most locations operate on a first-come, first-served basis with no reservations required.

Road access to many tent sites requires preparation, particularly for the more remote locations. Teal Campground demands higher clearance vehicles as one camper noted the entrance is "steep but passable with 4x4." Most tent campgrounds provide vault toilets but lack drinking water, requiring campers to bring their own supplies. Fire pits and picnic tables are standard at established sites like Big Springs, which offers "dry camping with vault toilets, picnic tables and fire pits." Pack-it-in, pack-it-out principles apply at most locations, with limited or no trash service available.

The tent camping experience in the Pomeroy area offers significant solitude compared to more developed campgrounds. Sites are typically well-spaced, providing privacy even during peak season. Teal Campground features only seven sites but delivers excellent access to hiking trails in the Wenaha-Tucannon Wilderness. The higher elevation campgrounds provide cooler temperatures during summer months, with ample shade at most locations. Seasonal considerations include potential snow at higher elevations through late spring. A visitor to Panjab Campground mentioned it has "good trees for hammocks" and is situated near a small river, adding to the tent camping experience.

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Tent Camping Reviews near Pomeroy, WA

208 Reviews of 28 Pomeroy Campgrounds


  • John 'n Sara D.
    Aug. 2, 2018

    Jubilee Lake Campground (Or) — Umatilla National Forest

    Peace & Quiet!

    The campground is somewhat primitive. There are flushing toilets on the lower loop, vault toilets on the upper loop. no showers, but you can refresh in the lake. The nights get chilly, so be prepared with warm socks and a beenie, especially if you’re tent camping.

    There are no power boats allowed on the lake, so it is raft, kayak paddle board friendly.

    The path around the lake is an easy walk, just don’t expect to sit on a bench and enjoy the view of the lake, the trees have grown up.

  • Marian J.
    Jul. 24, 2021

    Winchester Lake State Park Campground

    Beautiful tall pines!

    We have come here to fish on several occasions but never camped! We tent camp and we enjoy semi-level ground, which we had! The bathrooms are pit but are kept very clean!

  • Jake Z.
    Feb. 12, 2020

    Big Springs Campground

    Beautiful Dry Camping

    Dry camping with vault toilets. Each site has picnic tables and fire pits.

  • k
    Jul. 1, 2016

    Godman Guard Station

    Godman

    This campsite is the usual with fire rings, water, restrooms, and picnic table. This site has a lake and there is a lot of people fishing. the site costed me about 12 dollars which is really cheap.

  • l
    Jun. 29, 2021

    Pullman RV Park

    Management is very prompt professional And polite

    Love the spot i chose-shaded RV site $35 per night. Very quiet except for occasional street noise because I was near the tent site and tent camping. Very close to this beautiful historic town with scenic views like no other. Highly recommend.

  • Nick B.
    Jun. 12, 2019

    Midway Campground

    Quiet, secluded, and close to hiking.

    The campground has only has 5 sites, but we were the only campers. We camped the first week of June, so days were warm and it got cool enough at night to sit close the campfire. There are plenty of logging trails to hike within walking distance, and more a short drive away. The drive to Midway is beautiful, worth it even if you don't plan to stay overnight. There is one very clean vault toilet on site. No water, so bring your own.

  • Nancy C.The Dyrt PRO User
    Jul. 20, 2021

    Winchester Lake State Park Campground

    Peace in the pines

    Upon arrival, we immediately felt the peacefulness. Our site was tucked into the pines creating a canopy of coolness in the midst of the oppressing heat of this record breaking year.

    The sites are somewhat level. Easily adjusted to make them work. The space between sites are not as generously spaced as with othe Idaho SP we have stayed in. There are vault toilets throughout the campground with one building that houses flush toilets and 2 shower stalls. They are older but squeaky clean.

    There's a great day use area that has a large covered pavilion, playground and boat launch/ pier. I don't fish, but loaner poles are available at the visitor center. The boat launch is further around the lake and provides ample parking and a vault toilet. No motorized watercraft are allowed on the lake which makes it a wonderful place to kayak and SUP.

    There are a few trails around the lake. Nothing hard. There are tons of thimbleberries bushes along the road yo the boat launch and were just about ripe. They are so delicious!

    Enjoying the peace and quiet of the SP should be your expectation as there is not a lot of other options nearby.

    2 bars AT&T LTE

    Pro note: Wolf Track micro brewery is about 30 min. away in Cottonwood. Good beer. Also, stop at the Bark Park just as you enter the town of Cottonwood. You'll understand once you visit.

  • J
    Nov. 2, 2021

    McKay's Bend Recreation Site

    Beautiful location

    Easy access off of Hwy 12 but far enough away so road noise was just a minor hum. Parked ClassB in site 15-no leveling required. Blacktop with concrete pad under picnic table.

  • Rod C.The Dyrt PRO User
    Mar. 25, 2024

    Ladybug Campground

    This is a beautiful and quiet campground

    We were there in mid March, the only ones there at the time. There are seven campsites total, three can be accessed with an RV, we did ok with a 27' travel trailer, but I wouldn't recommend going there with anything larger. the rest of the sites would be tent only. There is a clean outhouse, no water or garbage service.  We will stay there again.


Guide to Pomeroy

Tent camping options around Pomeroy feature diverse terrain across the Umatilla National Forest and the Snake River basin. The area sits at elevations ranging from 750 feet near water access points to over 5,000 feet in mountain campsites. Weather patterns create distinct microclimates, with riverside locations generally 10-15 degrees warmer than higher forest campsites.

What to do

Waterfront recreation access: Texas Rapids offers boat launch facilities and direct river access. As one camper noted, it provides "Free dry camping on the Snake River near Little Goose Dam" with "no reservations" required.

Wilderness hiking trails: The campgrounds near the Wenaha-Tucannon Wilderness connect to multiple hiking routes. At Teal, visitors mention the area offers "views of the Wenaha-Tucannon Wilderness and Tucannon drainage" with trails suitable for day hikes from camp.

Wildlife observation opportunities: Multiple campgrounds support wildlife viewing. Blyton Landing campers report "the wildlife is very loud and very curious" while noting that visitors might "bring earplugs if your sensitive to noise" due to active wildlife.

What campers like

Solitude and peace: Kamiak Butte County Park offers exceptional views in a less crowded setting. A camper mentioned staying "in site #4 which was right at the end with glimpses of the Palouse through the trees and lots of space."

Cooler summer temperatures: The higher elevation campgrounds provide relief during hot months. Teal campground regulars describe it as "quite, peaceful, scenic and offers amazing views and sunsets" with naturally cooler air than surrounding lowlands.

River proximity: Panjab Campground features water access that enhances the camping experience. A visitor noted "there is a nice little river that runs near the campground as well," making it popular for cooling off during summer stays.

What you should know

Pack all supplies: Remote locations require complete self-sufficiency. Regarding Teal campground, one visitor warned, "Make sure to bring everything you possibly need because the nearest town is Pomeroy, WA and they didn't really have many grocery shopping options."

Vehicle requirements: Access roads to some campgrounds demand appropriate vehicles. Teal campground requires preparation as "the entrance is intimidating, it's steep but passable with 4x4 when towing a camper."

First-come availability: Most sites operate without reservations. Boyer Park Campground below Lower Granite Lock and Dam offers additional amenities including "full hook ups, showers, restaurant and store" but still fills during peak periods.

Tips for camping with families

Playground amenities: Kamiak Butte County Park includes facilities specifically for children. A visitor mentioned there is a "very nice playground in the day use area" making it suitable for families with younger kids.

Wildlife engagement: Small animals provide entertainment for children. Kamiak Butte visitors report "so many chipmunks" that are "dog friendly" and the area is "good for families."

Weather preparation: Temperature variations require planning. Blyton Landing campers warn it "gets real cold at night" despite warm daytime temperatures, requiring appropriate clothing layers for all family members.

Tips from RVers

Site spacing considerations: RV campers should note size limitations at most forest campgrounds. One RVer at Teal mentioned, "I have pulled a 30 foot camper into this campground" but cautioned that "you will want a 4 wheel drive to pull your camper."

Pack-in, pack-out enforcement: RV campers must prepare to manage all waste. A regular at Teal mentioned "this is a pack it in pack it out area" and reported having "cleaned many campsites after people have left."

Campground amenities: The best tent camping near Pomeroy, Washington for RVers includes varying service levels. Alder Thicket Campground provides basic facilities that campers describe as "standard" and "basic, but no crowd" while maintaining toilet facilities suitable for both tent and RV campers.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is the most popular tent campsite near Pomeroy, WA?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular tent campground near Pomeroy, WA is Blyton Landing with a 5-star rating from 1 review.

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