American Ridge Lodge
Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest — lakeside, fishing
Location: NACHES, WA, WA
Price: From $100 per night
Rating: 3.6 out of 5 (9 reviews)
Season: Year-round
American Ridge Lodge is located approximately 38 miles west of Naches, Washington in the foothills of the East Cascades mountain range. The lodge is available for reservation year-round, offering visitors a glimpse into the unique ski history of the area. Larger groups and gatherings will find this spacious facility to be an ideal setting for recreation and relaxation.
Cell coverage (FCC estimate): none signal. Actual signal may vary in remote areas.
Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Electric Hookups, Fishing
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American Ridge Lodge offers year-round access to a historic ski area in the East Cascades foothills with fishing opportunities and spacious facilities ideal for groups. The location provides access to diverse activities including biking, snowshoeing, and wildlife viewing.
Wildlife alert: Harlequin Ducks have been documented in the area—look for them near water sources during your visit.
Insider tips for American Ridge Lodge: Call Naches Ranger District at 509-653-1401 before arrival to confirm access conditions, fire restrictions, and road closures. Gate access requires a combination lock code—this will be included in your confirmation letter, so check your email carefully before arriving. Only 1 tent site available with no hookups at most sites, so arrive early or consider this a group facility rather than standard campground.
Skip American Ridge Lodge if: You need full hookups—the facility has no hookups at most sites.. You require guaranteed single-site camping—only 1 tent site is listed, making this better suited for group reservations..
Best time to visit American Ridge Lodge: Winter — Sledding and snowshoeing are listed activities, and the lodge's historic ski bowl heritage suggests this is prime season for winter recreation.. Year-round — Lodge operates year-round, though the RIDB description emphasizes checking with Naches Ranger District for seasonal restrictions or closures..
Nearby campgrounds: American Forks Campground (Naches, WA), Cedar Springs Campground (Wa) (NACHES, WA), Indian Flat Group Site (NACHES, WA), Pine Needle Group Site (NACHES, WA).
Cell Phone Coverage at American Ridge Lodge
Cell signal at American Ridge Lodge (NACHES, WA): none overall signal based on FCC broadband data.
Coverage data source: FCC Broadband Data Collection (BDC). Actual signal may vary due to terrain, tree cover, and distance from towers. Camper reports are more reliable than coverage maps in remote areas.
American Ridge Lodge is located approximately 38 miles west of Naches, Washington in the foothills of the East Cascades mountain range. The lodge is available for reservation year-round, offering visitors a glimpse into the unique ski history of the area. Larger groups and gatherings will find this spacious facility to be an ideal setting for recreation and relaxation.
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Insider tips & when to go
CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entryCall Naches Ranger District at 509-653-1401 before arrival to confirm access conditions, fire restrictions, and road closures.
Gate access requires a combination lock code
this will be included in your confirmation letter, so check your email carefully before arriving.
Only 1 tent site available with no hookups at most sites, so arrive early or consider this a group facility rather than standard campground.
Sledding and snowshoeing are listed activities, and the lodge's historic ski bowl heritage suggests this is prime season for winter recreation.
Lodge operates year-round, though the RIDB description emphasizes checking with Naches Ranger District for seasonal restrictions or closures.
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Getting there →
Please contact the Naches Ranger District at 509-653-1401 prior to your arrival to check any restrictions or conditions, such as fire or road closures, or weather. Access to the lodge is through a locked gate. The combination to the gate lock will be included in your confirmation letter. From Naches, travel west on US Highway 12 for 4.4 miles. Continue straight onto State Route (SR) 410 W for 27.5 miles. Turn left onto Bumping River Rd / Forest Road 1800. Continue ¼ mile to Forest Road 381, the
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- Book on recreation.gov exactly 6 months ahead at 10am ET — Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest fills fast in peak season.
- Check current road conditions at Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest before arrival — seasonal closures common.
- Bear country — store all food in bear boxes or locked vehicle at all times.
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