Alder Thicket Cg
Open seasonally from late May through October or November, depending on weather conditions. Forest Service Road 40 closes December 1 through March 31 for snowmobile use. First-come first-served with no fee and no reservations.
Heat Advisory issued July 21 at 11:44AM PDT until July 23 at 9:00PM PDT by NWS Spokane WA
* WHAT...Hot temperatures with daytime highs in the 90s Tuesday and mid 90s to near 100 Wednesday and Thursday. This will pose a moderate to major risk of heat-related illness. * WHERE...Portions of North and North Central Idaho and Central, East Central, North Central, Northeast, and Southeast Washington. * WHEN...Until 9 PM PDT Thursday. * IMPACTS...Hot temperatures may cause heat illnesses. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Wednesday will likely be the hottest day with widespread moderate and major HeatRisk. Limited overnight relief expected across the lower elevations Wednesday and Thursday mornings with low temperatures in the mid 60s to mid 70s.
Alcohol Prohibitions
This Order describes acts that are prohibited upon lands, roads and trails within the National Forest System administered by the Forest Service Pacific Northwest Region in regards to alcoholic beverages.
Aquatic Invasive Species
This Order prohibits 1) possessing, storing, or transporting any aquatic invasive animal species AND 2) prohibits possessing, storing, or transporting any aquatic or riparian invasive plant species - on National Forest System lands in the Pacific Northwest Region as specified in the Order.
About
Alder Thicket Campground serves as the northern gateway into the Blue Mountains within the Umatilla National Forest. Located in Garfield County, Washington, on the Pomeroy Ranger District, this primitive campground sits just three miles off the forest boundary on Forest Service Road 40. The site features overgrown trees and tall alder shrubbery that provide plenty of shade for hot summer days. This free campground offers basic facilities including a vault toilet and picnic tables. There is no potable water on site, so campers must bring their own supply. Hiking trails are accessible within five miles of the campground, and the Clearwater Guard Station is located six miles away. The campground is typically accessible from late May through October or November, depending on weather conditions. Forest Service Road 40 closes at Rose Spring snow park from December 1 through March 31 for snowmobile trail grooming, making the campground inaccessible for winter camping.
Directions
From Pomeroy, Washington: Take 15th Street south from Main Street for approximately 17 miles to the forest boundary (stay on paved road from town to boundary). The road turns to gravel and becomes Forest Service Road 40. Continue on Road 40 for approximately 3 miles. Alder Thicket Campground will be on the right side of the road.
Location
Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | — |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | — |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $0 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | — |
| Pull Through Sites | — |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (541) 278-3716 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
Useful Links
| USFS Alder Thicket Campground |
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