Tieton Pond Campground
The campground opens for the 2026 season on May 20. First-come, first-served only; no reservations available. Campers must bring their own water as none is available on site.
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
Tieton Pond Campground is a dispersed camping area located in the Naches Ranger District of the Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest in Washington. Situated at 3,250 feet elevation, the campground offers a peaceful setting along Tieton Pond, away from the bustle of Highway 12. The small pond is surrounded by trees, creating a quiet atmosphere for campers seeking solitude. The campground accommodates both RV and tent camping and operates on a first-come, first-served basis with no reservations available. Facilities are minimal, with portable toilets provided but no potable water. Campers should bring all water needed for their stay. The fee is $10 per vehicle per night, with an additional $5 charge for extra vehicles up to a maximum of two per site. Access is via Highway 12 to milepost 152, then turning onto Forest Service Road 1304 and following it to the campground. Day hiking opportunities are available in the surrounding area. The campground typically opens in late May after spring maintenance is completed.
Directions
Take Highway 12 to milepost 152. Turn onto Forest Service Road 1304 and follow it to the campground.
Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | — |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | — |
| 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 | — |
| Pull Through Sites | — |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (509) 653-1401 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
Useful Links
| Tieton Pond | |
| View on Recreation.gov | |
| USFS Tieton Pond Campground |
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