Salmon Cove Group Site
Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest — lakeside, fishing, hiking
Location: NACHES, WA, WA
Price: From $50 per night
Rating: 4.4 out of 5 (8 reviews)
Season: May through October
Salmon Cove Group Campground is located on the pebble-strewn bank of the American River in the Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest, providing a nice setting for groups and larger gatherings. Visitors enjoy fishing, rafting and hiking in the surrounding area.Boulder Cave National Recreation Trail is one of the most popular places in the Naches District. Visitors can walk the accessible trail along the river or explore Boulder Cave.
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
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Salmon Cove Group Campground sits on the scenic pebble-strewn bank of the American River in Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest, offering excellent opportunities for fishing, hiking, and wildlife viewing in a very private setting ideal for groups.
Wildlife alert: Elk present in area; also Harlequin Duck, American Three-toed Woodpecker, Red-breasted Sapsucker, Violet-green Swallow, and Cascade Golden-mantled Ground Squirrel.
Insider tips for Salmon Cove Group Site: Book early—this is a popular federal campground and sites fill quickly Bring your own toilet paper and cleaning supplies; Forest Service staffing is inconsistent for restroom maintenance Check American River water levels before your trip as they vary significantly
Skip Salmon Cove Group Site if: You need electrical hookups—no hookups available at sites; self-contained RVs or tent camping only. You're visiting outside May-October season—campground is closed.
Best time to visit Salmon Cove Group Site: May-October — Campground operates seasonally May through October only.
Nearby campgrounds: Hells Crossing Campground (NACHES, WA), Pleasant Valley Campground (NACHES, WA), Pine Needle Group Site (NACHES, WA), Cougar Flat (NACHES, WA).
Cell Phone Coverage at Salmon Cove Group Site
Cell signal at Salmon Cove 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.
Salmon Cove Group Campground is located on the pebble-strewn bank of the American River in the Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest, providing a nice setting for groups and larger gatherings. Visitors enjoy fishing, rafting and hiking in the surrounding area.Boulder Cave National Recreation Trail is one of the most popular places in the Naches District. Visitors can walk the accessible trail along the river or explore Boulder Cave.
Verified facts
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Insider tips & when to go
CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entryBook early
this is a popular federal campground and sites fill quickly
Bring your own toilet paper and cleaning supplies; Forest Service staffing is inconsistent for restroom maintenance
Check American River water levels before your trip as they vary significantly
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, Washington, follow U.S. Highway 12 west to State Route (SR) 410. Take SR 410 for approximately 40 miles to MP 83, where you will see an access road and gate for the site on the south side of the road.
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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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