South Fork Bay

Federal campground in Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest

Location: Naches, WA, WA

Price: From $8 per night

Rating: 4 out of 5 (0 reviews)

Season: May through October

This location is available on a first-come, first-served basis only. Visitors are required to physically arrive at the campground to purchase and claim a site. Once on-site, you may be able to pay for your campsite(s) by scanning a QR code using the Recreation.gov mobile app, and the Scan and Pay feature.

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

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables

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

Affordable at $8/night with fire rings and picnic tables. Google reviewers praise the lack of obnoxious neighbors and family-friendly atmosphere, with one camper noting they've returned yearly.

Wildlife alert: American Black Bear present in area. Also Steller's Jay, Pileated Woodpecker, Western Tanager, and Western Fence Lizard.

Insider tips for South Fork Bay: First-come, first-served only—arrive early to claim a site Download Recreation.gov mobile app before arrival for QR code payment option in remote areas Check fire restrictions by month before your trip—they vary seasonally

Skip South Fork Bay if: You need hookups—none available. You require advance reservations—first-come, first-served only. You expect well-maintained restrooms—Google reviewers reported poor restroom conditions and missing toilet paper. You're visiting outside May-October season—operations are seasonal.

Best time to visit South Fork Bay: June — Campfires permitted and mosquitoes reportedly minimal according to camper reviews.

Nearby campgrounds: Indian Creek Recreation Area Campground (Naches, WA), Clear Lake Group Site (NACHES, WA), Indian Creek (Wa) (Naches, WA), Peninsula (Naches, WA).