Cottonwood Campground - Naches River (WA)
Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest
Cottonwood Campground is located along the Naches River in the Northern Cascade Range of Washington. Craggy peaks, mountain meadows and old-growth forests provide visitors with unique landscapes within the Okanogan National Forest.
Warm summer days and access to a multitude of recreational activities make it an ideal setting for both individual and family camping excursions.
Cottonwood Campground offers standard sites and tent-only sites. Vault toilets and drinking water are available; however, electric hookups are not available.
Need to Know
Check in: 2 pm, Check out: 12 pm (noon)
- Off-road vehicle use is prohibited in the campground
- Single site fees include 1 vehicle and 1 legally towed vehicle. Any additional vehicles are subject to an extra vehicle fee on-site, space permitting. Extra vehicle fees are half the single site price and must be paid by cash or check on-site.
- Click here for more information about Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest
- Don't Move Firewood: Please protect Pacific Northwest forests by preventing the spread of invasive species. Firewood can carry insects and diseases that can threaten the health of our western forests. You can make a difference by obtaining and burning your firewood near your camping destination. Visit Dontmovefirewood.org for further information.
Water is available in this location via a handpump and/or water spigot. Please DO NOT attach your RV hoses to the water systems we provide. These are made available to you to fill your water jugs/buckets and take back to your site to use. If you need to fill your RV water tanks, please fill your tank before you come to the campground. Thank you!
Firewood is available for sale at host site for $10.00/bundle.
Natural Features
The Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest's high, glaciated alpine peaks tower along the Cascade Crest. Lush valleys of old-growth forest define its western boundary, and at its eastern edge, rugged shrub-steppe country comprises a more arid region. Elevations range from below 1,000 feet to over 9,000 feet.
The Naches River, adjacent to Cottonwood Campground, is a tributary of the Yakima River in central Washington. In its upper reaches, the Naches River flows through rugged terrain and areas of pristine wilderness.
The river was used by Native Americans and settlers throughout history. It has served as a natural corridor between the east and west sides of the Cascades via Naches Pass.
Nearby Attractions
Boulder Cave National Recreation Trail is one of the most popular places in the Naches District. Visitors can walk the accessible trail along the river or explore Boulder Cave. Interpretive signs along the trail explain the geology, plants, animals and fire history of the area.
In the fall, thousands of people come to experience whitewater rafting on both the Tieton and American Rivers.
Recreation
Cottonwood Campground offers outdoor enthusiasts the opportunity to fish, swim, hike and enjoy a multitude of recreational activities throughout the year.
Numerous hiking trails can be accessed near the campground and in the surrounding area. Nearby American Ridge Trail, open to hikers, backpackers and horseback riders, extends over 26 miles from Bumping River to the notable Pacific Crest Trail.
Visitors enjoy whitewater rafting on the nearby American River or splashing around in Naches River, which can be accessed from the campground.
Changes & 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.
Contact Information
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Hwy 410 NACHES WA 98937
Phone Number
For campground inquiries, please call: 541-338-7869
Rental Options
Learn more about gear rental options for your trip
Driving Directions
From Naches, take Highway 410 northeast 22.5 miles to milepost 99.5.
Available Campsites
- Site 14, Loop AREA COTTONWOOD, Type Tent Only Nonelectric
- Site 12, Loop AREA COTTONWOOD, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 16, Loop AREA COTTONWOOD, Type Tent Only Nonelectric
- Site 15, Loop AREA COTTONWOOD, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 02, Loop AREA COTTONWOOD, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 08, Loop AREA COTTONWOOD, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 13, Loop AREA COTTONWOOD, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 05, Loop AREA COTTONWOOD, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 09, Loop AREA COTTONWOOD, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 03, Loop AREA COTTONWOOD, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 01, Loop AREA COTTONWOOD, Type Tent Only Nonelectric
- Site 06, Loop AREA COTTONWOOD, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 04, Loop AREA COTTONWOOD, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 11, Loop AREA COTTONWOOD, Type Tent Only Nonelectric
- Site 07, Loop AREA COTTONWOOD, Type Standard Nonelectric
