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ALERT: All USFS Campgrounds in the Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest are now under a STAGE TWO FIRE BAN as of July 2, 2025. The dates on the official order are from July 2nd to 10/15/2025 unless rescinded earlier.** No camp fires or open flame cooking with wood, charcoal, or wood pellet! The exception is that propane gas can be used as long as it has an on/off switch. No smoking out in the open, must be done either in your vehicle or within a building! Still no smoking in the restrooms! Fireworks are prohibited! Please use caution due to the dryness of our forests. Thank you!**

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Lodgepole Campground, near Naches, Washington, is a peaceful spot tucked away in the Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest. This campground is perfect for those who want to escape the hustle and bustle, offering private sites surrounded by beautiful Lodgepole pines and the soothing sounds of the American River.

Campers appreciate the clean facilities, including well-kept vault toilets, and the friendly campground hosts who ensure everything runs smoothly. Many visitors have noted the campground's quiet atmosphere, making it an ideal place for relaxation. One happy camper mentioned, “Super quiet and very private spots,” highlighting the serene environment.

For outdoor lovers, Lodgepole Campground serves as a great base for exploring nearby Mount Rainier National Park. The river access is a big hit, with some sites backing right up to the water, providing a refreshing spot to cool off. While there are no showers or potable water on-site, campers have found ways to make it work, with nearby options for filling up water jugs.

If you’re looking for a place to unwind and enjoy nature, Lodgepole Campground is a solid choice. With its beautiful surroundings and friendly vibe, it’s a great spot for families and friends to gather and create lasting memories.

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Location

Lodgepole Campground (washington) is located in Washington

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Directions

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

Address

Hwy 410
Naches, WA 98937

Coordinates

46.9158333 N
121.3844444 W

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Site Types

  • Tent Sites
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  • Standard (Tent/RV)

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  • Picnic Table
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  • Toilets
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  • Fires

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  • Pull-Through Sites
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Reviewed Oct. 23, 2024

Great campground we have stayed at several times.

This is a newer campground with spacious and private sites away from the river.  Sites at riverside are narrow, long, flat, but not so private.  While the outhouses in general are pristine, by late summer those in the lower loop are usually over full, you would be better of with a bucket.  That said, we need an ADA site and the ADA and a few of the other accessible sites here are very good.  This is always on our short notice list of great places to relax.

Reviewed Aug. 26, 2023

So quiet

Love this campground. Super quiet and very private spots. Clean. River is really shallow and cold but refreshing. Very friendly campground hosts.

Site21
Month of VisitAugust
Reviewed Jul. 9, 2022

Great campground - NO POTABLE WATER as of July 7, 2022

Great, peaceful & quiet campground.  Road noise on the river-side of the loop is minimal.  We stayed over 4th of July weekend and no fireworks, very nice!  Campsite 20 is ok, not super private as it abuts right to the campsite on the other side of the loop.  Outhouse noise/smell wasn't an issue as it's right next to the pooper.  Clean outhouses.

NOTE: as of July 7, 2022 there is no potable water at campground, despite what Recreation.gov's website says.  Unfortunately we were not notified of this prior to arrival and arrived expecting to be able to fill up our jugs.  We had luckily brought a filter so were able to filter river water but access to river is mainly right in other campsites or down a steep trail.  Potable water also available via a hand pump at Pleasant Valley CG just down the highway, so we filled up there a few times.

Cell service: No AT&T service, but we did find that if you drive west up the highway just a few miles to the gate that closes for winter snow, then pull over there, you can get 1-2 bars if you hunt for it.  We checked email there a few times and then carried on our way.

Site20
Month of VisitJuly
Reviewed Jul. 30, 2021

Busy campground

This was a very busy campground, even during our mid-week stay.  There is a host on-site and the bathrooms near their set-up were kept very clean and fresh-smelling, which is a treat for a vault bathroom during a July heat wave.  The other bathrooms, however, weren't as closely attended too.  Lucky for us, we were about mid way between the two and could easily use the better ones.  

Things got pretty loud with a group of friends music and drinking, but the hosts were really on top of it.  We weren't the complainants, but the hosts stopped and apologized for the noise anyway.  

River was beautiful, and the campsite was roomy.  We weren't right on top of each other, which I always enjoy.  We couldn't find much in the way of trails in the immediate area though.  But the river access made up for it.  We even found a little sandy place to spend some time in.

There were also lots of wildflowers in the area, including our beautiful native lily, which unfortunately I didn't get a pic of.  

We had our 10 year old granddaughter with us, and she really loved it there.  She is a camping veteran really knows her way around a campsite!  Even though there was a burn ban and we didn't get to make our smores, she enjoyed herself.

Month of VisitJuly
  • Review photo of Lodgepole Campground (washington) by Tracie W., July 30, 2021
  • Review photo of Lodgepole Campground (washington) by Tracie W., July 30, 2021
  • Review photo of Lodgepole Campground (washington) by Tracie W., July 30, 2021
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Reviewed Jul. 26, 2021

Great campground

This is a nice campground we stayed at along our loop around Mt Rainier. It's a good alternative to the other National Park campgrounds (Cougar and Ohanapecosh) that seem to book up many months in advance. I found it to be quiet with nicely distanced sites. Recommended stops along the way when coming from Enumclaw -- Tipsoo Lake, Federation Forest, Skookum Falls.

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Month of VisitJune
  • Review photo of Lodgepole Campground (washington) by Esther Y., July 26, 2021
Reviewed Oct. 26, 2020

Quiet and close to Mt. Ranier NP

I showed up with no reservation and was lucky enough to get the last available first come site.  No cell service in the campground but about 2 miles up the road I was able to make calls. This is a good campground to use to visit Mt. Ranier. I’ll be back!

Month of VisitAugust
Reviewed Aug. 4, 2018

Beauty along the river

We had a great time at Lodgepole Campground in June 2018. We stayed at sites 34 and 32, both of which back up to the American river. this campground is well maintained by Hoodoo Recreation and has recently undergone some improvements. The ADA accessible sites have paved picnic/fire areas and several sites have steps down to the river. Some sites are more private than others and a few are pull-through that can accommodate a large motorhome or rv. Overall, this is one of our favorite campgrounds and we'll definitely be back.

Reviewed Jul. 5, 2017

Peaceful beauty

We stayed three nights among the beautiful Lodgepole pines with the American river roaring by. Camp hosts, Vern and Marge do a wonderful job of keeping the campground clean and the restrooms some of the best vault toilets around! Some of the sites are a bit close and set up more for campers than tents as far as privacy, but the whole park was great and fellows campers quiet and respectful. The river is a bit swift and cold but many places down the road where the water was calmer you could spend the day enjoying the sun. Looking forward to the next trip!

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Month of VisitJuly
  • Review photo of Lodgepole Campground (washington) by Maggi C., July 5, 2017

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Lodgepole Campground located in Washington state?

Lodgepole Campground is located in Naches, Washington, nestled among beautiful Lodgepole pines along the American River. It's situated in the Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest, making it an excellent base for exploring the surrounding wilderness areas. The campground is part of a loop that circles around Mount Rainier, offering a quieter alternative to the more crowded National Park campgrounds.

What do visitor reviews say about Lodgepole Campground in Naches?

Lodgepole Campground receives consistently high marks for its peaceful atmosphere, clean facilities, and beautiful riverside setting. Campers appreciate the well-maintained grounds and attentive camp hosts who keep the vault toilets exceptionally clean. The sites vary in privacy—riverside spots offer beautiful views but less privacy, while those away from the river provide more seclusion. The campground is noted for being quiet even during holiday weekends, with spacious sites and the soothing sound of the American River nearby. Some visitors mention that the campground can be busy even midweek during summer months.

Are there photos available of Lodgepole Campground facilities?

Photos of Lodgepole Campground facilities are likely available on The Dyrt platform and official Forest Service websites. These typically showcase the campground's amenities including the vault toilets, campsite layouts, the American River access, and the surrounding Lodgepole pines. The campground features both standard sites and ADA accessible sites with paved picnic and fire areas. Contact the Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest office for official imagery or check recreation.gov for additional visual resources.

How close is Lodgepole Campground to Mount Rainier National Park?

Lodgepole Campground serves as a good alternative base for visiting Mount Rainier National Park. While not directly inside the park boundaries, it's close enough to make day trips feasible. The campground is part of a loop around Mount Rainier and provides a less crowded option compared to the popular in-park campgrounds like Cougar and Ohanapecosh that book up months in advance. Visitors can use this location as a jumping-off point for exploring the national park while enjoying the more secluded setting along the American River.