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Windy Point Campground

Windy Point Campground, near Naches, Washington, is a fantastic spot for those looking to immerse themselves in nature without sacrificing comfort. With sites that cater to both tent and RV camping, you’ll find picnic tables and fire pits ready for your evening gatherings.

This campground is surrounded by stunning scenery, including views of a nearby waterfall that some campers rave about. Visitors have enjoyed the clean facilities, including stocked bathrooms, and the peaceful atmosphere, making it a great choice for a relaxing getaway. One camper mentioned, “I enjoyed my time there and recommend it for a peaceful camping experience.”

Outdoor activities abound here, with options for hiking, fishing, and even white-water paddling on the Tieton River. The area is also a winter wonderland, perfect for skiing and snowshoeing when the snow falls. If you’re looking for a place to introduce someone to camping, this spot has been praised for its beautiful scenery and manageable amenities.

While the campground is conveniently located near the highway, the sounds of the rushing river often drown out any road noise, allowing for a more tranquil experience. Just keep in mind that it can get windy, but that adds to the charm of the place. Whether you’re here for a weekend or a longer stay, Windy Point Campground offers a solid base for your outdoor adventures.

Description

National Forest

Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest

Overview

Windy Point Campground is situated in Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest, offering visitors some of the most stunning scenery in the Northern Cascade Range in Washington and easy access to an abundance of recreational activities.

Recreation

In addition to being a prime location for hiking fishing, hunting, horseback riding and mountain biking in summer and early fall, Windy Point offers excellent skiing, snowshoeing and snowmobiling during 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, near Windy Point Campground, is also a popular activity.

Natural Features

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. A rugged shrub-steppe country comprises a more arid region at its eastern edge. 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.

Contact Info

This location has limited staffing. Please call (661) 702-1420 for general information.

Nearby Attractions

A historic highlight of the area is Jumpoff Lookout, the last remaining lookout in the Naches Ranger District. 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. Hiking is popular for visitors to the campground. Frost Mountain Lookout Trail, Keenan Meadows Trail and the Grey Rock Trail are all favorites in the area.

Charges & 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 Visitors may submit a refund request through their Recreation.gov profile within 7 days of the end date of their reservation. 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. For check or cash purchases, Recreation.gov will mail a Treasury check for refunds of cash, check, or money order payments to the address associated with the reservation. Treasury check refunds may take up to 6-8 weeks to arrive. In the event of an emergency closure, the Recreation.gov team or facility manager will refund all fees and will attempt to notify you using the contact information within the Recreation.gov visitor profile.

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Location

Windy Point Campground is located in Washington

Detail location of campground

Directions

From Naches, Washington, take Route 12 west for 4.4 miles to the intersection with State Route 410. Turn left at the intersection, staying on Route 12. Travel 8 miles to campground on the left.

Address

Highway 12
Naches, WA 98937

Coordinates

46.6933333 N
120.9075 W

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Access

  • Drive-In
    Park next to your site
  • Walk-In
    Park in a lot, walk to your site.

Stay Connected

  • WiFi
    Good
  • Verizon
    Poor
  • AT&T
    Unknown
  • T-Mobile
    Available

Site Types

  • Tent Sites
  • RV Sites
  • Standard (Tent/RV)
  • Tent Cabin

Features

For Campers

  • Trash
  • Picnic Table
  • Firewood Available
  • Reservable
  • Drinking Water
  • Toilets
  • Pets
  • Fires

For Vehicles

  • Big Rig Friendly

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Reviewed Oct. 18, 2024

Pretty river and waterfall camping

We stayed here a few days in July and loved it! The river is so beautiful with the waterfall cascading down into the river directly across from the campsite. There is a shallow part near the shoreline where the kids had a great time playing in the river. The river itself is wide and very fast moving. The campsite we stayed in was fairly close to the next one, but we were camping with friends in the next one so it was fine. But be aware, some campsites are very close together. There is some road noise, but mostly you just hear the river.

Reviewed Jul. 29, 2021

Easy camping

I was in space 9 with a view of a waterfall. That was pretty great. It was late June and unseasonably hot. The river was extremely cold and running fast due to the snow melt so I didn't spend time in the water. The water in the hose wasn't clear so I wouldn't use it for drinking without boiling but the 🚻 are clean and stocked. I enjoyed my time there and recommend it for a peaceful camping experience.

Site9
Month of VisitJune
  • Review photo of Windy Point Campground by Sue H., July 29, 2021
Reviewed Jun. 29, 2020

Perfect for first timers

I wanted to introduce my boyfriend and his dog to camping and make sure they liked it. This place was perfect. Beautiful scenery (spots 4 and 6 were the only ones with river views). 

Spot 4 is very spacious, with a more private beach area. Bathrooms were clean and stocked. This campground is right off the highway, so you do hear ocasional road noise. The river is pretty loud though. Bugs were not bad and had no issues with critters trying to check you out at night. The spot is windy, but didn’t have too much of an issue getting the fire going. Other campsites were occupied, but didn’t really see or hear them. I still had plenty of internet, so didn’t feel too disconnected. Overall, it was a great spot for introducing someone to camping.

Site04
Month of VisitJune
  • Review photo of Windy Point Campground by Cassandra C., June 29, 2020
  • Review photo of Windy Point Campground by Cassandra C., June 29, 2020
Reviewed May. 15, 2019

Beautiful area

Windy Point Campground offers sites that accommodate both tent and RV camping. Drinking water, picnic tables, and vault toilets and firepits are also available in the campground.

Activities that campers can enjoy at this campground are hiking fishing, hunting, horseback riding and mountain biking 

There is also white water paddling on the Tieton River Summer camping season is open May 10 through Sept 9 2019.

During the winter months Windy Point offers excellent skiing, snowshoeing and snowmobiling during the winter months. Hikers and backpackers are especially fortunate to have access to a variety of spectacular trails near the campground

Month of VisitAugust
Reviewed Oct. 31, 2018

Okay campground, good hiking

First time visiting this side of Washington, and the weather definitely disappoint. It was pretty dang hot here in the summer, more of a desert type of feel. We were super worried about rattlesnakes because we heard this part of Washignton has tons during the summer, but luckily we didn't see any. It rained the last day we were here, which was a nice change of weather. The hiking was great, so much beautiful greenery and trees! The campground was "okay." It wasn't really that well kept, a little dirty and no toilet paper in the gross porta-potty style toilet. The toilet area smelt SO bad! It was like it hadn't been clean in a really long time. The campground is fairly small, probably 15 sites? The sites are pretty close together, luckily there was only about 5 other families there when we were there. I wouldn't come back to this campground, but would probably come back to the area to do more hiking. Maybe not in the summer, though, more like the fall.

Month of VisitJuly
  • Review photo of Windy Point Campground by Skylar M., October 31, 2018
  • Review photo of Windy Point Campground by Skylar M., October 31, 2018
  • Review photo of Windy Point Campground by Skylar M., October 31, 2018
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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the max vehicle length at Windy Point Campground?

    Windy Point Campground allows vehicles up to 42 feet.

  • Are fires allowed at Windy Point Campground?

    Yes, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, fires are allowed at Windy Point Campground, although make sure to check current fire restrictions in the area.

  • Does Windy Point Campground have wifi?

    No, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, Windy Point Campground does not have wifi.

  • Is there cell phone reception at Windy Point Campground?

    According to campers on TheDyrt.com, Verizon signal is poor, AT&T is unknown, and T-Mobile is available.

  • How hard is it to get a campsite at Windy Point Campground?

    Some campers book as far as 6 months in advance, so on high-demand weekends it can be very difficult to get a campsite at Windy Point Campground. If you want to get a last-minute campsite at Windy Point Campground, try setting up a text message Alert atTheDyrt.com/alerts

  • Why is it so hard to get a campsite at Windy Point Campground?

    There are 12 campsites at Windy Point Campground and over 80 million Americans who camp! Try snagging a cancellation by setting up a text message Alert atTheDyrt.com/alerts