Pleasant Valley Campground
Closed for the season. The campground typically opens in late spring when snow clears from the area. Reservations are available through Recreation.gov when open, with a mix of reservable and first-come-first-served sites.
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
Pleasant Valley Campground is a quiet, intimate campground in the Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest along the American River in the Northern Cascade Range of Washington. At 3,400 feet elevation, it offers approximately 16 standard sites suitable for both tent and RV camping, with a 32-foot maximum trailer length. The campground features vault toilets, potable drinking water via hand pump, and picnic tables at each site. A historic Civilian Conservation Corps shelter adds character to the grounds. The American River runs adjacent to the campground, providing excellent fishing opportunities for rainbow, brook, and cutthroat trout. The cold, refreshing waters also attract swimmers in summer months. Several trailheads are accessible from the campground, including Crow Lake, Swamp Lake, Cougar Valley, and Union Creek trails. The Pacific Crest Trail is also accessible nearby. In winter, the Pleasant Valley Trail System offers 6 miles of groomed cross-country ski trails. Mount Rainier National Park and Boulder Cave National Recreation Trail are popular nearby attractions. Be aware that Thatcher ants are present in the campground, creating large anthills throughout the area.
Directions
From Naches, WA, travel west on Highway 12 for 4.4 miles. Continue straight onto Highway 410 W for 36 miles. The campground is on the south side of the highway.
Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | — |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | — |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $22 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 40ft |
| Max Trailer Length | 40ft |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (509) 653-1401 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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