Windy Point Campground

Overview

Windy Point Campground is situated in Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest, offering visitors some of the most stunning scenery in the Northern Cascade Range in Washington and easy access to an abundance of recreational activities.

Recreation

In addition to being a prime location for hiking fishing, hunting, horseback riding and mountain biking in summer and early fall, Windy Point offers excellent skiing, snowshoeing and snowmobiling during the winter months.

Hikers and backpackers are especially fortunate to have access to a variety of spectacular trails near the campground and in the surrounding areas. Designated Wilderness provides thousands of pristine acres of incredible landscapes to enjoy in solitude or with a small group.

Whitewater paddling on the Tieton River, near Windy Point Campground, is also a popular activity.

Facilities

Windy Point Campground offers sites that accommodate both tent and RV camping.

Drinking water, picnic tables, and vault toilets are also available in the campground.

Natural Features

Stretching north to south from the Canadian border to the Goat Rocks Wilderness, the Okanogan-Wenatchee is a stunning and diverse National Forest. High, glaciated alpine peaks tower along the Cascade Crest and lush valleys of old growth forest define its western boundary. A rugged shrub-steppe country comprises a more arid region at its eastern edge. Elevations range from below 1,000 feet to more than 9,000 feet.

Visitors to the area can expect many days of clear, sunny weather in the summer, and winters with clear skies and plenty of snow.

Contact Info

This location has limited staffing. Please call (661) 702-1420 for general information.

Nearby Attractions

A historic highlight of the area is Jumpoff Lookout, the last remaining lookout in the Naches Ranger District.

Visitors will also enjoy traveling the Cascade Lakes Scenic Byway which climbs into the clouds on a 66-mile drive through the Cascade Mountain range, weaving through snow-capped peaks and alpine lakes.

Hiking is popular for visitors to the campground. Frost Mountain Lookout Trail, Keenan Meadows Trail and the Grey Rock Trail are all favorites in the area.

Charges & Cancellations

Cancellations

Individual Campsites: Cancellations up to 2 days before a reservation start date incur a $10.00 cancellation fee. 

A visitor who cancels a reservation the day before or on the day of arrival will pay a $10.00 service fee AND forfeit the first night's use fee including tax and applicable add-on for a campsite.

Cancellations for a one-night reservation will forfeit the entire amount paid and will not be subject to an additional service fee.

No-Shows

A no-show visitor is one who does not arrive at a campground and does not cancel the reservation by check-out time on the day after the scheduled arrival date. Staff will hold a campsite until check-out time on the day following the arrival date.

No-shows are assessed $20.00 service fee and forfeit the first night's rate, taxes and applicable add-on for a campsite.  

Refunds

Visitors may submit a refund request through their Recreation.gov profile within 7 days of the end date of their reservation. Refunds will not be issued after the 7 days has ended.

Refunds for debit or credit card payments will be issued as a credit to the original bank or credit card used to pay.

For check or cash purchases, Recreation.gov will mail a Treasury check for refunds of cash, check, or money order payments to the address associated with the reservation. Treasury check refunds may take up to 6-8 weeks to arrive. 

In the event of an emergency closure, the Recreation.gov team or facility manager will refund all fees and will attempt to notify you using the contact information within the Recreation.gov visitor profile.

Camp site features

Across 14 camp sites:

  • Fire pit: all 14 sites
  • Picnic table: all 14 sites
  • Pets allowed: all 14 sites
  • Longest RV: 42 ft
  • Largest party: 8 people
  • Equipment: CARAVAN/CAMPER VAN, PICKUP CAMPER, RV, Tent, Trailer

Directions

From Naches, Washington, take Route 12 west for 4.4 miles to the intersection with State Route 410. Turn left at the intersection, staying on Route 12. Travel 8 miles to campground on the left.

Stay Limit

Check in from 2 PM, check out by 12 PM.

Reviews

47 reviews
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Margaret B
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Reviewed 2 months ago
Bathroom was clean. Park very clean
Timothy P
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Reviewed 2 months ago
Great stop by a fabulous river on our way to Mt. Rainier. We sat right by the rushing water of the river and we could just feel the stress of driving out west from Mississippi melt away. Thanks for marking our site with our name and dates. It was nice to see that. The site was level and easy to back into. There was no cell or TV signal, but that was the point. Thanks!
James J
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Reviewed 2 months ago
Camp site 10 & 11 are so close they are almost one campsite and there is no defining the line between them. The wasps were horrible. The river was great to be close to and hear as it muffled the road.
James J
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Reviewed 3 months ago
Nice spot with lots of sun and shade. Parking is wide enough for a 10x10 tent and the vehicle with plenty of walking space. Short walking distance to the river.
Brien M
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Reviewed 3 months ago
We had a great experience here, with a wonderful spot by the river (a must). The water was warm and swimmable in July- warmer than other rivers across Washington. It is pretty swift so I would think it would be a lot of fun with a kayak or a tube if you are experienced. We didn't notice pests. The only problem is that you are right on a busy highway with loud trucks barreling by all night long. That was an issue. Still, this is very close to town, we ran into Yakima one day, less than 30 minutes, Naches 15 min. Hiking in Nearby Bears Canyon was great. The campground is primitive with no water, no host, and pit toilets. But the bathrooms were very clean and the entire place was clean. Site 12 has its own trail to the river. other best sites are 11, 10, 9, 6, 4.
Pamela J
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Reviewed 3 months ago
The campsite was large and next to the beautiful river.
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Peak season

May 14, 2027 – Sep 18, 2027

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Peak season

May 14, 2028 – Sep 18, 2028

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