Pine Needle Group Site
Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest — lakeside, fishing
Location: NACHES, WA, WA
Price: From $50 per night
Rating: 3.8 out of 5 (4 reviews)
Season: May through October
Set on the shores of the scenic American River, Pine Needle Group Campground in Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest offers an ideal setting for groups and large gatherings.Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest offers stunning scenic views, with high, glaciated alpine peaks, valleys of old growth forest and rugged shrub-steppe country making up the diverse landscape. Elevations range from below 1,000 feet to more than 9,000 feet. Precipitation varies greatly throughout the area, ranging from approxim
Cell coverage (FCC estimate): none signal. Actual signal may vary in remote areas.
Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Vault Toilets, Fishing
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Pine Needle Group Campground sits on the scenic shores of the American River in Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest, offering an ideal setting for groups and large gatherings with opportunities for fishing, hiking, and wildlife viewing.
Wildlife alert: Mountain lions present in area; also Harlequin ducks, evening grosbeaks, American dippers, and valley garter snakes
Insider tips for Pine Needle Group Site: Book early — this is a popular federal campground Ensure your RV is self-contained; no hookups available Check road conditions before arrival; SR 410 can close seasonally and forest roads (NF7080) can be muddy/snowy
Skip Pine Needle Group Site if: You need RV hookups. You're visiting outside May-October season. You have a vehicle with poor traction; high-clearance or 4WD recommended for forest road access. You're sensitive to road noise; campground is close to the highway.
Best time to visit Pine Needle Group Site: May-October — Campground operates seasonally May through October only.
Nearby campgrounds: American Ridge Lodge (NACHES, WA), American Forks Campground (Naches, WA), Cedar Springs Campground (Wa) (NACHES, WA), Hells Crossing Campground (NACHES, WA).
Cell Phone Coverage at Pine Needle Group Site
Cell signal at Pine Needle Group Site (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.
Set on the shores of the scenic American River, Pine Needle Group Campground in Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest offers an ideal setting for groups and large gatherings.Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest offers stunning scenic views, with high, glaciated alpine peaks, valleys of old growth forest and rugged shrub-steppe country making up the diverse landscape. Elevations range from below 1,000 feet to more than 9,000 feet. Precipitation varies greatly throughout the area, ranging from approximately 140 inches along the Cascade Crest to only 10 inches along the eastern edge.
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Insider tips & when to go
CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entryBook early
this is a popular federal campground
Ensure your RV is self-contained; no hookups available
Check road conditions before arrival; SR 410 can close seasonally and forest roads (NF7080) can be muddy/snowy
Campground operates seasonally May through October only
Things to do nearby
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Wildlife nearby
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Getting there →
From Naches, WA travel west on US Highway 12 W for 4.4 miles. Continue straight onto State Route (SR) 410 W for 30 miles. Site is on the south side of the highway. From Enumclaw, WA depart SR 164/Griffin Ave toward Wells St. After ½ mile turn left onto SR 410/Roosevelt Ave. Follow SR 410 approximately 61 miles east. The campground is on the south side of the highway.
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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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