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Lodgepole Campground (Washington)

Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest — lakeside, fishing, hiking

Location: NACHES, WA, WA

Price: From $24 per night

Rating: 4.2 out of 5 (118 reviews)

Season: May through October

Lodgepole Campground is located in the Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest in the Northern Cascade Range of Washington. With the scenic waters of the American River running alongside the site, and access to pristine wilderness, scenic highways and a multitude of recreational activities nearby, the campground offers an ideal setting for outdoor enthusiasts. Please note, this campground IS NOT within Sequoia National Park.

Cell coverage (FCC estimate): none signal. Actual signal may vary in remote areas.

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Vault Toilets, Drinking Water, Electric Hookups, Fishing

Availability alerts: Set a free cancellation alert at camperwatch.org/campground/lodgepole-campground-washington to be notified when sites open up.

Lodgepole Campground sits in old growth forest along the American River in the Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest with spacious, private sites. Google reviews rate it 4.5/5, with campers praising riverside sites with river access and friendly camp hosts.

Wildlife alert: Wapiti, Cascade Red Fox, Columbian Black-tailed Deer, Canada Jay, Steller's Jay, and American Three-toed Woodpecker are documented in the area.

Insider tips for Lodgepole Campground (Washington): Book early—this federal campground fills up quickly. Sites 33 and 35 offer direct river access with steps down to the water. Bring a self-contained RV or plan for tent camping; most sites have no hookups.

Skip Lodgepole Campground (Washington) if: You need RV hookups—only electric hookups available and not at most sites.. You plan to camp outside May-October—seasonal operations only..

Best time to visit Lodgepole Campground (Washington): May-October — Campground operates seasonally May through October only..

Nearby campgrounds: Pleasant Valley Campground (NACHES, WA), Bumping Lake Campground (Goose Prairie, WA), Salmon Cove Group Site (NACHES, WA), Hells Crossing Campground (NACHES, WA).

Cell Phone Coverage at Lodgepole Campground (Washington)

Cell signal at Lodgepole Campground (Washington) (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.

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    NACHES, WA, WA★ 4.2 (118 reviews)From $24/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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    Lodgepole Campground is located in the Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest in the Northern Cascade Range of Washington. With the scenic waters of the American River running alongside the site, and access to pristine wilderness, scenic highways and a multitude of recreational activities nearby, the campground offers an ideal setting for outdoor enthusiasts. Please note, this campground IS NOT within Sequoia National Park.

    Best for:AnglersHikersFamiliesSites:TentRV
    LIVE · weather + fire + AQI + availability + wildlife

    Verified facts

    RIDB / Recreation.gov official database
    Check-in2:00 PM
    Check-out12:00 PM
    SeasonMay through October
    Stay limit14 days
    Max RV106 ft
    HookupsNo hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
    ADA sites8 sites
    PetsAllowed
    CampfiresAllowed
    Max/site6 people

    Amenities

    RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verified
    Essentials
    Fire RingsDrinking Water
    Recreation
    Picnic TablesElectric Hookups
    Family & Pets
    Vault ToiletsFishing

    Straight talk

    CamperWatch intel · curated from camper reports

    Known issues, each with the workaround. Read before you book.

    Known issuesFederal campground — book early. No hookups at most sites. Seasonal operations.
    Skip it if:✕ You need RV hookups—only electric hookups available and not at most sites.✕ You plan to camp outside May-October—seasonal operations only.

    Insider tips & when to go

    CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

    Book early

    this federal campground fills up quickly.

    Sites 33 and 35 offer direct river access with steps down to the water.

    Bring a self-contained RV or plan for tent camping; most sites have no hookups.

    Best: May-October

    Campground operates seasonally May through October only.

    Things to do nearby

    RIDB /activities /recareas + intel

    Conditions today

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    at campground coordinates

    Cell signal

    FCC BDC · quarterly dataset
    T-Mobile
    4G · 0%
    Verizon
    4G · 0%
    AT&T
    4G · 0%

    FCC maps are theoretical — camper reports confirm signal.

    Wildlife nearby

    iNaturalist · research-grade · 8 km
    Alert: Wapiti, Cascade Red Fox, Columbian Black-tailed Deer, Canada Jay, Steller's Jay, and American Three-toed Woodpecker are documented in the area.

    Location

    Leaflet · OpenStreetMap tiles
    Open in OpenStreetMap ↗
    541-338-7869· Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest
    jveulman@goexplorus.com
    Getting there →

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

    Campground entrance

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    Community

    #community · posts, photos & Q&A · AI-moderated (Claude Vision)

    Pro tips

    • 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.

    Frequently asked questions

    RIDB facts + intel · FAQPage schema, speakable
    How much does Lodgepole Campground (Washington) cost per night?+
    Lodgepole Campground (Washington) costs $24 per night. Hookup options: No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
    What season is Lodgepole Campground (Washington) open?+
    Lodgepole Campground (Washington) is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
    Does Lodgepole Campground (Washington) have hookups?+
    No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
    What is the maximum RV length at Lodgepole Campground (Washington)?+
    Lodgepole Campground (Washington) can accommodate RVs up to 101 feet.
    How do I make reservations at Lodgepole Campground (Washington)?+
    Lodgepole Campground (Washington) is a federal campground — book 6 months ahead at Recreation.gov. Set a free CamperWatch cancellation alert to be notified the moment a site opens.
    What is the cell service like at Lodgepole Campground (Washington)?+
    According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Lodgepole Campground (Washington) is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
    What season is Lodgepole Campground (Washington) open, and what are check-in times?+
    Lodgepole Campground (Washington) is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.

    Official resources

    Print Facility MapOkanogan-Wenatchee National Forest
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    ●Data sources on this page
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    recreation.gov · RIDB API
    National Weather Service — Live hourly forecast + active alerts
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    Google Air Quality API — Live AQI at exact campground coordinates
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    iNaturalist — Research-grade wildlife within 8km
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    FCC Broadband Map — Verizon, AT&T, T-Mobile 4G/5G coverage data
    broadbandmap.fcc.gov · quarterly
    Sunrise-Sunset.org — Sunrise, sunset & golden hour for today
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    Google Street View — Campground entrance & access road imagery
    maps.googleapis.com
    RIDB — ADA sites, hookups, toilets, pets, campfire rules, bear boxes, max RV, activities, contact, directions
    ridb.recreation.gov · /facilities /campsites /activities /links /recareas

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    $24 /night★ 4.2 (118)
    SeasonMay through October
    Check-in2:00 PM
    Check-out12:00 PM
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    FAQ
    How much does Lodgepole Campground (Washington) cost per night?+
    What season is Lodgepole Campground (Washington) open?+
    Does Lodgepole Campground (Washington) have hookups?+
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    Nearby Campgrounds

    Pleasant Valley Campground

    NACHES, WA

    From $22/night

    Bumping Lake Campground

    Goose Prairie, WA

    From $24/night

    Salmon Cove Group Site

    NACHES, WA

    From $50/night

    Hells Crossing Campground

    NACHES, WA

    From $22/night

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