Mineral Springs Group
Closed until further notice. The bridge at the campground entrance washed away due to flooding in the Cle Elum Ranger District. It is unclear whether the bridge will be replaced this season. Normal operating season is late May through late September.
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.
From Recreation.gov
The bridge at the entrance of Mineral Springs Campground has washed away due to the flooding rains in the Cle Elum Ranger District Area. Therefore there is no current access to this campground. It is unclear at this time whether the bridge will be replaced this season. For this reason, this campground will be closed until further notice. Your reservation has been canceled and you will receive a full refund. We apologize for the inconvenience and appreciate your understanding. Hopefully, this will be a temporary closure.
About
Mineral Springs Group Campground occupies a forested setting at 2,500 feet elevation in the Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest of north-central Washington. Located along Highway 97 approximately 19 miles north of Cle Elum, the campground serves as a base camp for exploring the surrounding Cascade Range terrain. The namesake mineral springs that once existed near the campground, known for their sulfur smell, dried up over 60 years ago. The campground offers one reservable group site that accommodates up to 50 people with space for up to 10 vehicles, plus eight first-come, first-served single-family sites. All sites feature picnic tables and fire rings with grills. Vault toilets and drinking water from a hand pump are provided. The group site has a gravel back-in driveway with a 35-foot maximum vehicle length. The area provides access to hiking, horseback riding, and mountain biking during summer and early fall. Nearby Red Top Mountain offers a short hike to a historic fire lookout with views of Mount Stuart, Mount Rainier, and the Teanaway Valley. Winter brings opportunities for skiing, snowshoeing, and snowmobiling in the region.
Directions
Located on Highway 97 approximately 19 miles north of Cle Elum, Washington. The group camping area is to the left after crossing the bridge into the campground.
Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | — |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $125 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 35ft |
| Max Trailer Length | 35ft |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (509) 852-1100 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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