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Mineral Springs Group

Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest — lakeside, hiking

Location: Cle Elum , WA, WA

Price: From $125 per night

Rating: 4 out of 5 (3 reviews)

Season: May through October

At an elevation of 2,500 feet, Mineral Springs Group Campground sits in the mountainous terrain of the Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest in northern Washington. Nearby peaks and old-growth forests provide visitors with a variety of scenic landscapes. Nearby Red Top Mountain is a popular excursion for those wanting to reach a vista point after a short hike.

Cell coverage (FCC estimate): moderate signal. Actual signal may vary in remote areas. Best carrier: AT&T.

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Vault Toilets, Drinking Water

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

Mineral Springs Group Campground offers spacious group camping in the Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest with excellent hiking, horseback riding, and mountain biking opportunities. The camp host receives praise for being helpful and accommodating, and campers appreciate the ample room to spread out with multiple families and vehicles.

Wildlife alert: Mountain Lion, Mule Deer, Northern Saw-whet Owl, Flammulated Owl, and Barred Owl present in the area

Insider tips for Mineral Springs Group: Book early — this is a federal campground with high demand Located about 21 miles northeast of Cle Elum on Highway 97, approximately 50-55 minutes from Yakima Bring your own water and waste management — no hookups available, suitable only for self-contained RVs

Skip Mineral Springs Group if: You need RV hookups — none are available at this campground. You prefer year-round camping — seasonal operations May through October only. You want to avoid crowds in peak season — book well in advance.

Best time to visit Mineral Springs Group: May-October — Official operating season with prime conditions for hiking, horseback riding, and mountain biking in summer and early fall.

Nearby campgrounds: Swauk Campground (Cle Elum, WA), Ken Wilcox (Cle Elum, WA), Teanaway Guard Station (CLE ELUM, WA), Beverly (Cle Elum, WA).

Cell Phone Coverage at Mineral Springs Group

Cell signal at Mineral Springs Group (Cle Elum , WA): moderate overall signal based on FCC broadband data. Best carrier: AT&T.

  • AT&T 4G LTE: 100% coverage · AT&T 5G: 100%
  • T-Mobile 4G LTE: 100% coverage

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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Cle Elum , WA, WA★ 4 (3 reviews)From $125/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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At an elevation of 2,500 feet, Mineral Springs Group Campground sits in the mountainous terrain of the Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest in northern Washington. Nearby peaks and old-growth forests provide visitors with a variety of scenic landscapes. Nearby Red Top Mountain is a popular excursion for those wanting to reach a vista point after a short hike.

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Verified facts

RIDB / Recreation.gov official database
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
SeasonMay through October
Stay limit14 days
Max RV35 ft
HookupsNo hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
PetsAllowed
CampfiresAllowed
Max/site6 people

Amenities

RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verified
Essentials
Fire RingsDrinking Water
Recreation
Picnic Tables
Family & Pets
Vault Toilets

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 — none are available at this campground✕ You prefer year-round camping — seasonal operations May through October only✕ You want to avoid crowds in peak season — book well in advance

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

Book early

this is a federal campground with high demand

Located about 21 miles northeast of Cle Elum on Highway 97, approximately 50-55 minutes from Yakima

Bring your own water and waste management

no hookups available, suitable only for self-contained RVs

Best: May-October

Official operating season with prime conditions for hiking, horseback riding, and mountain biking in summer and early fall

Things to do nearby

RIDB /activities /recareas + intel

Conditions today

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Cell signal

FCC BDC · quarterly dataset
T-Mobile
4G · 100%
Verizon
4G · 0%
AT&T
4G + 5G · 100%

FCC maps are theoretical — camper reports confirm signal. Best carrier: AT&T.

Wildlife nearby

iNaturalist · research-grade · 8 km
Alert: Mountain Lion, Mule Deer, Northern Saw-whet Owl, Flammulated Owl, and Barred Owl present in the area

Location

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Getting there →

Located on Highway 97, about 21 miles northeast of Cle Elum, Washington. The group camping area is to the left after crossing the bridge into the campground.

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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 Mineral Springs Group cost per night?+
Mineral Springs Group costs $125 per night. Hookup options: No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What season is Mineral Springs Group open?+
Mineral Springs Group is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Mineral Springs Group have hookups?+
No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What is the maximum RV length at Mineral Springs Group?+
Mineral Springs Group can accommodate RVs up to 35 feet.
How do I make reservations at Mineral Springs Group?+
Mineral Springs Group 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 Mineral Springs Group?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Mineral Springs Group is rated moderate. Best carrier: AT&T. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Mineral Springs Group open, and what are check-in times?+
Mineral Springs Group is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
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$125 /night★ 4 (3)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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Nearby Campgrounds

Forest campground camping

Swauk Campground

Cle Elum, WA

From $24/night

Ken Wilcox

Cle Elum, WA

From $10/night

Teanaway Guard Station

CLE ELUM, WA

From $40/night

Beverly

Cle Elum, WA

From $10/night

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