American Forks Campground
American Forks Campground is a national forest campground in Washington. Hookups: no hookups.
- Type
- National forest campground
- Location
- Washington
- Coordinates
- 46.97702, -121.16712
- Hookups
- No hookups
- Activities
- Birding, Fishing, Hiking, Wildlife Viewing
- Map
- Open in OpenStreetMap
- Phone
- (509) 653-1401
Amenities
- Reservable sites
Only amenities a source confirms are listed; an amenity missing here is unknown, not absent.
About American Forks Campground
Overview American Forks Campground is located about 40 miles west of Naches, Washington, near the American River and Bumping River in the East Cascade mountains. Recreation The campground provides ready access to Bumping Lake, where boating and fishing are popular. Hiking and horseback riding trails extend into the William O. Douglas and Norse Peak Wilderness areas, and off-road vehicle and snowmobile access draws visitors to the Little Naches drainage. In winter, snow-shoeing and cross-country skiing are popular in the American River area. A trip along the scenic Mather Parkway is a fantastic outing. The American River, adjacent to the campground, offers a scenic backdrop for anglers. Its cold, clear waters sustain populations of rainbow and brown trout. Whitewater enthusiasts may enjoy a paddle on the river or one of the many other tributaries draining into the Cascade region. Facilities The campground has 8 reservable sites and 4 first-come, first-served sites available between Memorial Day and the end of September. There is no water available at the campground, however, vault toilets are provided. Natural Features The Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest is defined by its diverse landscapes, boasting high glaciated alpine peaks, lush valleys of old growth forest, and rugged shrub-steppe country. The American Forks Campground is nestled in an old-growth forest of Douglas fir, western hemlock, and a cedar under story with grassy areas, ferns, and mosses. With the William
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Nearby RV services
- Dump station
- U.S. Forest Service · 10 mi
- Water fill
- None mapped within 50 mi
- Propane
- Amerigas · 29 mi
- Low clearances
- None mapped within 10 mi
Other places to stay nearby
| Name | Type | Distance | Fee | Hookups |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cedar Springs Campground (Wa) | National forest campground | 0.3 mi | — | No hookups |
| American Forks Campground | Private campground | 0.4 mi | — | — |
| Cedar Springs Campground | Private campground | 0.4 mi | — | — |
| Cedar Springs | National forest campground | 0.5 mi | — | — |
| Indian Flat Group Site | National forest group campground | 0.9 mi | — | No hookups |
| Indian Flat Group Campground | Private campground | 1.2 mi | — | — |
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Sources. USFS and BLM recreation sites, USFS and BLM recreation sites, Recreation.gov (RIDB), Recreation.gov (RIDB). Updated June 2026. Facility facts only; DryRig does not publish ratings or reviews on this page.