Cayuse Horse Camp
Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest — lakeside, hiking
Location: RONALD, WA, WA
Price: From $27 per night
Price range: $27–$54 per night
Rating: 4.2 out of 5 (30 reviews)
Season: May through October
Cayuse Horse Campground sits in the foothills of the Cascade mountains in Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest. A favorite among horse enthusiasts, the campground is nestled in a mixed-conifer forest. In close proximity to snow-capped peaks, high elevation lakes, scenic rivers and several wilderness areas, this campground offers visitors opportunities to experience both the serene and wild aspects of the area.This location is unstaffed.
Cell coverage (FCC estimate): none signal. Actual signal may vary in remote areas.
Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Vault Toilets, Drinking Water
Availability alerts: Set a free cancellation alert at camperwatch.org/campground/cayuse-horse-camp to be notified when sites open up.
Cayuse Horse Camp sits in the foothills of the Cascade mountains within Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest, offering access to snow-capped peaks, high elevation lakes, scenic rivers and several wilderness areas. A favorite among horse enthusiasts, the campground is nestled in a mixed-conifer forest.
Wildlife alert: Mountain goats, Rocky Mountain mule deer, snowshoe hares, American pikas, pileated woodpeckers, and northern alligator lizards are documented in the area.
Insider tips for Cayuse Horse Camp: Book early—this is a federal campground with only 13 sites. The campground is specifically designed for horse camping with appropriate facilities. Access via State Hwy 903 from Cle Elum, approximately 19 miles north to the end of paved road.
Skip Cayuse Horse Camp if: You need hookups—no hookups are available at sites.. You plan to camp outside May through October—seasonal operations only.. You prefer larger campgrounds—only 13 tent sites available..
Best time to visit Cayuse Horse Camp: May-October — Official operating season for the campground..
Nearby campgrounds: Salmon La Sac (Ronald, WA), Red Mountain Campground (Cle Elum, WA), Cle Elum River Group Site (Ronald, WA), Owhi Campground (Cle Elum, WA).
Cell Phone Coverage at Cayuse Horse Camp
Cell signal at Cayuse Horse Camp (RONALD, 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.
Cayuse Horse Campground sits in the foothills of the Cascade mountains in Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest. A favorite among horse enthusiasts, the campground is nestled in a mixed-conifer forest. In close proximity to snow-capped peaks, high elevation lakes, scenic rivers and several wilderness areas, this campground offers visitors opportunities to experience both the serene and wild aspects of the area.This location is unstaffed.
Verified facts
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Insider tips & when to go
CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entryBook early
this is a federal campground with only 13 sites.
The campground is specifically designed for horse camping with appropriate facilities.
Access via State Hwy 903 from Cle Elum, approximately 19 miles north to the end of paved road.
Official operating season for the campground.
Things to do nearby
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Wildlife nearby
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Getting there →
From Cle Elum, Washington, take State Hwy 903 north approximately 19 miles to the end of the paved road. The campground entrance is to the right before the Old Guard Station.
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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.
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