Pleasant Valley Campground

Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest — lakeside, fishing, hiking

Location: NACHES, WA, WA

Price: From $22 per night

Rating: 4.1 out of 5 (43 reviews)

Season: May through October

Pleasant Valley 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, this campsite offers an ideal setting for outdoor enthusiasts.This location has limited staffing. Please call (661) 702-1420 for general information.Smaller than other campgrounds in the area, Pleasa

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/pleasant-valley-campground to be notified when sites open up.

Pleasant Valley Campground offers scenic riverside camping on the American River in the Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest with well-spaced sites and access to hiking, fishing, and water recreation. Google reviews praise the beautiful setting, private campsites, and nearby waterfall hikes (4.6/5 rating from 33 reviews).

Wildlife alert: Cascade Golden-mantled Ground Squirrel, American Robin, American Three-toed Woodpecker, Red-breasted Sapsucker, and Violet-green Swallow documented in the area.

Insider tips for Pleasant Valley Campground: Request campsite #3 — largest and most private site according to camper reviews. Book early as this is a popular federal campground. Waterfall hike accessible just down the road from campground.

Skip Pleasant Valley Campground if: You need RV hookups — only suitable for self-contained RVs with no hookups at most sites.. You plan to visit November-April — seasonal operations only..

Best time to visit Pleasant Valley Campground: July — Google reviews indicate July is ideal with favorable conditions and accessible trails.. May-October — Campground operational season..

Nearby campgrounds: Salmon Cove Group Site (NACHES, WA), Hells Crossing Campground (NACHES, WA), Lodgepole Campground (Washington) (NACHES, WA), Cougar Flat (NACHES, WA).

Cell Phone Coverage at Pleasant Valley Campground

Cell signal at Pleasant Valley Campground (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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Pleasant Valley 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, this campsite offers an ideal setting for outdoor enthusiasts.This location has limited staffing. Please call (661) 702-1420 for general information.Smaller than other campgrounds in the area, Pleasant Valley Campground offers about a dozen standard sites, accomodating both tent and RV camping.

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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 RV40 ft
HookupsNo hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
ADA sites3 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 suitable for self-contained RVs with no hookups at most sites.✕ You plan to visit November-April — seasonal operations only.

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

Request campsite #3

largest and most private site according to camper reviews.

Book early as this is a popular federal campground.

Waterfall hike accessible just down the road from campground.

Best: July

Google reviews indicate July is ideal with favorable conditions and accessible trails.

Best: May-October

Campground operational season.

Things to do nearby

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Conditions today

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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: Cascade Golden-mantled Ground Squirrel, American Robin, American Three-toed Woodpecker, Red-breasted Sapsucker, and Violet-green Swallow documented in the area.

Location

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541-338-7869· Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest
Getting there →

From Naches, take Highway 410 northwest approximately 42 miles to milepost 80.2.

Campground entrance

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Community

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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 Pleasant Valley Campground cost per night?+
Pleasant Valley Campground costs $22 per night. Hookup options: No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What season is Pleasant Valley Campground open?+
Pleasant Valley Campground is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Pleasant Valley Campground have hookups?+
No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What is the maximum RV length at Pleasant Valley Campground?+
Pleasant Valley Campground can accommodate RVs up to 40 feet.
How do I make reservations at Pleasant Valley Campground?+
Pleasant Valley Campground 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 Pleasant Valley Campground?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Pleasant Valley Campground is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Pleasant Valley Campground open, and what are check-in times?+
Pleasant Valley Campground is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.

Official resources

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●Data sources on this page
Recreation.gov — Live site availability — updated every 30 min
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National Weather Service — Live hourly forecast + active alerts
api.weather.gov · open-meteo.com
Google Air Quality API — Live AQI at exact campground coordinates
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iNaturalist — Research-grade wildlife within 8km
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Google Pollen API — Today’s tree, grass & weed pollen forecast
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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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$22 /night★ 4.1 (43)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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