River Bend Campground
Typically accessible May through October. First-come, first-served only with on-site payment via Recreation.gov Scan and Pay. Trailers are prohibited on Harts Pass Road from the junction with Road 5400060 to the pass and beyond. Road closed to all motorized vehicles December 1 through March 31.
Heat Advisory issued July 21 at 11:44AM PDT until July 23 at 9:00PM PDT by NWS Spokane WA
* WHAT...Hot temperatures with daytime highs in the 90s Tuesday and mid 90s to near 100 Wednesday and 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 Thursday. * IMPACTS...Hot temperatures may cause heat illnesses. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Wednesday will likely be the hottest day with widespread moderate and major HeatRisk. Limited overnight relief expected across the lower elevations Wednesday and Thursday mornings with low temperatures in the mid 60s to mid 70s.
Air Quality Alert issued July 21 at 12:16PM PDT by NWS Spokane WA
An Air Quality Alert has been issued by the following agencies: Washington Department of Ecology Spokane Regional Clean Air Agency An Air Quality Alert continues for Spokane, Ferry, Lincoln, Okanogan, Pend Oreille, and Stevens Counties, effective immediately through Wednesday, July 22nd at 9 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.
Air Quality Alert issued July 20 at 12:03PM PDT by NWS Spokane WA
An Air Quality Alert has been issued by the following agencies: Washington Department of Ecology Spokane Regional Clean Air Agency An Air Quality Alert has been issued for Spokane, Ferry, Lincoln, Okanogan, Grant, Pend Oreille, and Stevens Counties, effective immediately through Wednesday, July 22nd at 9 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
River Bend Campground is a primitive, forested campground situated along the West Fork Methow River in Washington's Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest. With 8 sites available on a first-come, first-served basis, this lightly used campground offers a peaceful retreat for hikers and wilderness enthusiasts. The campground provides direct access to several trails entering the Pasayten Wilderness, including Robinson Creek Trail 478, Monument Creek Trail 484, and West Fork Methow Trail 480, which is also open to mountain biking. The campground offers basic amenities including vault toilets and picnic tables, but campers must bring their own drinking water and pack out all trash. Sites are $10 per night with an additional $5 per night for a second vehicle (two vehicle limit per site). Interagency Senior/Access Recreation Passes provide a 50% discount on single site fees. Access to River Bend is via gravel road, and trailers are prohibited on Harts Pass Road from the junction with Road 5400060 onward. The road is completely closed to motorized vehicles from December 1 through March 31. Maximum stay is 14 consecutive days.
Directions
From Winthrop, drive 14 miles west on Highway 20, turn right onto Lost River Road (County Road 9140). Follow Lost River Road through Mazama to the end of the paved road at 7.5 miles. The road becomes gravel on Harts Pass Forest Service Road 5400. Travel about 1.75 miles, stay left at the switchback rather than following the main Harts Pass Road uphill to the right. Continue to River Bend Campground on the left, about 0.10 mile.
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 | $10 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | — |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (509) 996-4000 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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