Big Firs Campground
This is a primitive USFS campground with no fee. Seasonal access may be limited by snow; campgrounds in this elevation range of the Cascades typically open late May through early October depending on conditions.
Air Quality Alert issued August 10 at 9:49AM PDT by NWS Pendleton OR
The have issued an Air Quality Alert until 11 AM PDT Thursday. An Air Quality Alert has been issued for Benton, Columbia, Franklin, Kittitas, Klickitat, Walla Walla and Yakima Counties until further notice due to expected wildfire smoke from regional fires. Expect some clearing out and intermittent good air quality but with significant fires on the landscape conditions can worsen quickly to unhealthy air. Be sure to check air monitors in your area before outdoor activities. People can take the following precautions to protect their health: * Follow local burn restrictions to prevent deteriorating air quality. * Avoid strenuous outdoor activity in smoky conditions. * People with heart or lung problems and young children are especially vulnerable. These people should stay indoors while smoke levels are high. * Use certified High Efficiency Particulate Air (HEPA) filters in indoor heating ventilation, cooling, and air purification systems. * Avoid using wood-burning stoves and other sources of indoor smoke if possible. Information from the Washington Department of Ecology web site is available at http://www.ecy.wa.gov/air.html or call 360-407-6000. Information from the Yakima Regional Clean Air Agency web site is available at http://www.yakimacleanair.org or call 509-834-2050. Information from the Benton County Clean Air Agency web site is available at http://www.bentoncleanair.org or call 509-783-1304.
Air Quality Alert issued August 5 at 2:33PM PDT by NWS Pendleton OR
The Washington State Department of Ecology, Benton Clean Air Agency, and the Yakima Regional Clean Air Agency have issued an Air Quality Alert until further notice. For the Smoke Air Quality Alert, wildfires burning in the region combined with forecasted conditions will cause air quality to reach unhealthy levels. Pollutants in smoke can cause burning eyes, runny nose, aggravate heart and lung diseases, and aggravate other serious health problems. Limit outdoor activities and keep children indoors if it is smoky. Please follow medical advice if you have a heart or lung condition. Information from the Washington Department of Ecology web site is available at http://www.ecy.wa.gov/air.html or call 360-407-6000. Information from the Yakima Regional Clean Air Agency web site is available at http://www.yakimacleanair.org or call 509-834-2050. Information from the Benton County Clean Air Agency web site is available at http://www.bentoncleanair.org or call 509-783-1304.
About
Big Firs Campground is a primitive camping area managed by the U.S. Forest Service within the Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest in Kittitas County, Washington. The campground is located near Stampede Pass in the Cascade Range, providing access to the surrounding mountain forests. As a free, no-fee USFS campground, Big Firs offers a rustic camping experience for those seeking solitude in the central Cascades. The site operates on a first-come, first-served basis with no advance reservations. Campers should come prepared to be self-sufficient, as amenities at primitive forest campgrounds in this area are typically limited.
Directions
From Interstate 5, take Exit 9 and head north on 10th Avenue for approximately 3 miles. Turn right onto 259th Street and continue for about 2 miles to reach the campground. Alternatively, from Exit 11, go east on Highway 502 toward Battle Ground for 2 miles, turn left onto 50th Avenue, proceed approximately 2 miles to 259th Street, then turn right; the campground is 1/4 mile on the right.
Amenities
| Water | — |
| Fires Allowed | — |
| Toilets | — |
| 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 | No |
| Pull Through Sites | — |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (509) 852-1100 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | Yes |
Useful Links
| Okanogan-Wenatchee NF Camping |
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