American Forks Campground

About

American Forks Campground is located in the Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest where the American and Bumping Rivers meet in the East Cascade mountains. The campground occupies an old-growth forest setting with Douglas fir, western hemlock, and cedar canopy, plus understory of ferns and mosses. Wildlife in the area includes deer, elk, porcupine, and various bird species, with the nearby wilderness areas providing habitat for northern spotted owl and gray wolves. The campground offers 12 standard nonelectric sites, with 8 available by reservation through Recreation.gov and 4 first-come, first-served. Sites feature back-in driveways with paved surfaces and can accommodate vehicles up to 40 feet. Vault toilets are provided but there is no potable water, so campers must bring their own supply. Campfires are permitted and pets are welcome. Recreation opportunities include fishing for rainbow and brown trout in the American River, boating and fishing at Bumping Lake, and hiking or horseback riding into the William O. Douglas and Norse Peak Wilderness areas. The scenic Mather Parkway provides excellent driving, and winter visitors can enjoy snowshoeing and cross-country skiing in the area.

Directions

From Naches, WA, travel west on US Highway 12 for 4.4 miles, then continue straight onto State Route 410 West for 27.5 miles. Turn left onto Bumping River Road (Forest Road 1800), cross the bridge over the American River, then turn left onto American Forks Campground Road.