Soda Springs Campground
The campground is currently open and accepting reservations. No potable water is available until further notice; campers must bring all water needed for their stay.
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
Soda Springs Campground is nestled on the forested banks of the Bumping River within the Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest. Located at 3,030 feet elevation, the campground offers 24 sites that accommodate tents, trailers, and RVs. Each site includes a picnic table and campfire ring, with vault toilets and drinking water (from a hand pump) available on-site. Two historic Civilian Conservation Corps picnic shelters serve as gathering spots for groups. The Bumping River provides an excellent backdrop for swimming in its cold, refreshing waters and fishing for rainbow, brook, and steelhead trout. The nearby American Ridge Trail stretches over 26 miles from the Bumping River to the Pacific Crest Trail, traversing towering forests, meadows, alpine lakes, and ridge line views. Additional nearby trails include Goat Creek Trail, Nile Ridge Trail, and Richmond Mine Trail. The campground sees heavy use during the season. Reservations are available through Recreation.gov. Sites include electric hookups at $22 per night, with an additional vehicle fee of $10 per night. Firewood is available for purchase at the campground.
Directions
Take Highway 410 to milepost 88.4, then turn left on Bumping Lake Road and continue for 5 miles to the campground.
Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | Yes |
| Water Hookups | No |
| Sewer Hookups | No |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $24 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 100ft |
| Max Trailer Length | 100ft |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (541) 338-7869 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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