Windy Point Campground
The campground opens May 15, 2026 for the season. Potable water is not available this season due to well and electrical damage from the 2024 Retreat Fire. Campers must bring all water for drinking, cooking, and fire suppression. Reservations available through Recreation.gov.
Air Quality Alert issued August 3 at 12:05PM 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 may 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.
Air Quality Alert issued August 8 at 7:36PM 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.
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
Windy Point Campground occupies a scenic stretch along the Tieton River in the Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest, roughly 12 miles west of Naches, Washington. At 2,000 feet elevation, the campground offers views of the Northern Cascade Range and serves as a key access point for whitewater paddlers running the Tieton River. The 14 back-in sites feature parking spurs ranging from 21 to 37 feet, with a maximum trailer length of 22 feet. Recreational opportunities abound in the area. Hikers can access popular trails including Frost Mountain Lookout, Keenan Meadows, and Grey Rock. The Tieton River provides excellent fishing alongside its renowned whitewater. The nearby Jumpoff Lookout represents a historic highlight as the last remaining fire lookout in the Naches Ranger District. The campground experienced significant impacts from the 2024 Retreat Fire. The well system failed and subsequent electrical damage has left the campground without potable water for the 2026 season. Campers must bring all water needed for drinking, cooking, dishwashing, and extinguishing campfires.
Directions
From Naches, WA, travel west on Highway 12 for 4.4 miles. Turn left to stay on Highway 12. Continue 8 miles to the campground on the left (south) side of the highway.
Amenities
| Water | No |
| 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 | 42ft |
| Max Trailer Length | 42ft |
| 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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