Misery Spring Cg
The campground is open seasonally from June through November. Currently closed for the season; reopens in June 2026. First-come, first-served, no reservations. No potable water available.
Red Flag Warning issued July 23 at 12:25PM PDT until July 23 at 7:00PM PDT by NWS Pendleton OR
...HIGH ABUNDANT LIGHTNING RISK WITH THUNDERSTORMS TODAY... ... WINDY AND BREEZY WITH CRITICAL RH FRIDAY AND SATURDAY... The upper level low offshore will shift to the east just enough to allow for monsoonal moisture to move into the region. Instability will accompany the moisture and allow for increased chances of isolated to scattered thunderstorms across the eastern mountains. Brief heavy downpours, gusty outflow winds in excess of 45 mph, small hail, and frequent lightning will be possible. A strong to briefly severe thunderstorm cannot be ruled out this afternoon and early evening. Friday the upper level low will eject into the region bringing windy conditions to many of the Cascade Gaps as well as central OR. Humidities both Friday and Saturday will be critical. * AFFECTED AREA...Fire Weather Zones 692 Northern Blue Mountains of Oregon and 692 Blue Mountains of Washington. * TIMING...Until 7 PM PDT this evening. * IMPACTS...Any fire that develops will catch and spread quickly. Outdoor burning is not recommended. * THUNDERSTORMS...Isolated to scattered dry thunderstorms Thursday after 1200. * OUTFLOW WINDS...Gusts from 25-45 mph
Heat Advisory issued July 23 at 11:55AM PDT until July 23 at 9:00PM PDT by NWS Spokane WA
* WHAT...Hot temperatures with daytime highs in the mid 90s to low 100s 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 this evening. * IMPACTS...Hot temperatures may cause heat illnesses.
Air Quality Alert issued July 22 at 12:55PM PDT by NWS Spokane WA
An Air Quality Alert has been issued by the following agencies: Washington Department of Ecology Colville Confederated Tribes Spokane Regional Clean Air Agency An Air Quality Alert has been issued for Chelan, Douglas, Garfield, and Asotin Counties and continues for Spokane, Whitman, Adams, Ferry, Lincoln, Okanogan, Grant, Adams, Whitman, Pend Oreille, and Stevens Counties, through Friday, July 24th at 11 AM, due to current and expected wildfire smoke from regional fires. Particulate matter (PM2.5) levels are expected to range in the Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups and Unhealthy categories. In Eastern Okanogan County near active wildfires, air quality may reach Very Unhealthy to Hazardous levels. When air quality is Unhealthy, everyone should reduce exposure. Limit time outside, avoid strenuous activity, and follow tips for cleaner indoor air.
About
Misery Spring Campground sits high in the Blue Mountains of southeastern Washington within the Umatilla National Forest. The campground offers sweeping panoramic views from Ray Ridge looking into the Wenaha-Tucannon Wilderness, making it a scenic basecamp for backcountry exploration. The campground is primitive with minimal facilities: a single vault toilet and picnic tables. There is no potable water, so campers must bring an adequate supply. The site is free to use and operates on a first-come, first-served basis with no reservations. Access requires travel on forest roads from Pomeroy, Washington. The campground is popular with hunters and hikers seeking solitude and wilderness access. Wilderness restrictions apply when entering the adjacent Wenaha-Tucannon Wilderness.
Directions
From Pomeroy, Washington (90 minutes): Take 15th Street south from State Highway 12. Continue 15 miles to the National Forest boundary where the road becomes gravel Forest Road 40. Continue south on FR 40 for 15 miles to the Misery intersection. Turn right onto Forest Road 4030, then turn left onto 4030-20 and follow to Misery Spring Campground.
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 | — |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
Useful Links
| USFS Misery Spring Campground |
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