Washington / Yakima County / Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest

American Forks Campground

Closed — Closed for the season. The campground typically operates from Memorial Day through the end of September but will not be taking reservations for the 2025 camping season.

About

American Forks Campground is located about 40 miles west of Naches, Washington, near the American River and Bumping River in the East Cascade mountains. The campground is nestled in an old-growth forest of Douglas fir, western hemlock, and a cedar understory with grassy areas, ferns, and mosses. With the William O. Douglas and Norse Peak Wilderness areas nearby, the location is home to abundant wildlife, including deer, elk, porcupine, native fish, and migratory birds. The campground has 8 reservable sites and 4 first-come, first-served sites. Vault toilets are provided but there is no water available at the campground. Each site includes a table and fire pit. The campground provides ready access to Bumping Lake, where boating and fishing are popular. Hiking and horseback riding trails extend into nearby wilderness areas, and off-road vehicle and snowmobile access draws visitors to the Little Naches drainage. The American River, adjacent to the campground, offers cold, clear waters with populations of rainbow and brown trout. Nearby attractions include the Pacific Crest Trail and Boulder Cave Trail. Summer temperatures are generally sunny and warm with little precipitation, while winters boast mostly clear skies but plenty of snow. The scenic Mather Parkway offers fantastic driving opportunities through the area.

Directions

From Naches, travel west on US Highway 12 for 4.4 miles. Continue straight onto State Route 410 W for 27.5 miles. Turn left onto Bumping River Road/Forest Road 1800, cross the bridge over the American River, then turn left onto the American Forks Campground Road. From Enumclaw, depart SR 164/Griffin Ave toward Wells St. After 0.5 mile turn left onto SR 410/Roosevelt Ave. Follow SR 410 approximately 66 miles east to the intersection with Bumping River Road (FR 1800). Turn right on Bumping River Road, cross the bridge over the American River, then turn left onto the American Forks Campground Road.

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