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The 34,920-acre Desert unit was wholly desert prior to the Columbia Basin Irrigation Project. It is the lowest part of the very large Quincy Basin that once was filled with glacial floodwater. The natural basin now serves as a collector for irrigation water from upslope farmlands. Most of this water is collected in the Winchester [...]
Indian Treaty Site.
If you have a large RV, you should walk into it to make sure it’s open. When the gates are locked, the turnaround areas in front of the gates are only sized for cars to turn around in. Larger RVs will have to back all the way out.
Right next to RR tracks so [...]
Free camping on Lake Aldrich in the Tahuya State Forest.
There are 5 sites that RV suitable. There are additional walk in tent only sites. 3 of the sites are pull-thru. However, they are small and tight. Each site has Picnic tables, metal fire rings w/grill tops. There are three outhouses. No Garbage Service – Pack [...]
Banks Lake is a man-made impoundment in a 27 mile portion of a natural coulee. Most of the 91 miles of shoreline are ringed with basalt clifs and talus slopes. There are about 23 islands in the reservoir.
Unmarked campsites in designated area (gravel parking lot).
Camping is free, but a permit is required to be on [...]
Avery Park is a Treaty Fishing Access Site. As such it is shared by Native American Tribes and the general public. During the Salmon harvest season, the park is reserved for the exclusive use of the Native American Tribes. Other than those times, the park is open year round.
RR tracks near [...]
Banks Lake is a man-made impoundment in a 27 mile portion of a natural coulee. Most of the 91 miles of shoreline are ringed with basalt clifs and talus slopes. There are about 23 islands in the reservoir.
Unmarked campsites in designated area (gravel parking lot).
Camping is free, but a permit is required to be on [...]
10 Sites. Lots of shade. Each has a fire ring. 3 restrooms on site. Reports of cell phone service in the area.
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The 34,920-acre Desert unit was wholly desert prior to the Columbia Basin Irrigation Project. It is the lowest part of the very large Quincy Basin that once was filled with glacial floodwater. The natural basin now serves as a collector for irrigation water from upslope farmlands. Most of this water is collected in the Winchester [...]
Take Hwy. 17 out of Soap Lake, WA about six miles to Blue Lake. Just past the first resort are 3 or 4 turnouts right on the lake. No power, or facilities, but a great place to spend a night or two. The hwy. is a little noisy, but not enough to keep me away.
It’s [...]
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Tahuya State Forest
Permit required. Area is heavily used by ATVs. Noise level is high.
* No reservations are needed for the following weekend holiday dates:
Memorial Day Weekend
Fourth of July Weekend
Labor Day Weekend
Gates open 9AM on the Wednesday before the holiday weekend and close 12-Noon the following Wednesday.
Sites are available on a first come first served basis
* [...]
Located in the Snoqualmie National Forest on a ridge over looking the Carbon River.
There were many nicer, easier to access sites on the paved road in. However, they were all occupied.
The spot we were in looked as if it had been logged recently, which didn’t make for great scenery. The rest of the area [...]
$10 – Courtesy of MovinSue
Gravel area next to trail head parking spots. One port-a-potty. On the Yakima River.
- Coordinates courtesy of MovinSue Parking area for trails along Yakima River. Not a true “campground” but you can stay overnight on gravel area next to trailhead parking spots. No tables or fire rings. One porta pottie and hiking/bird watching trails nearby. Area is just south of I-182 on east side [...]
$10/night – Courtesy of MovinSue
The Chief Joseph Wildlife Area totals 14,055 acres in Asotin and Garfield counties. It is managed in two units – Shumaker and Grouse Flats.
Camping is free but anyone entering or using a WDFW improved access facility is required to display a current WDFW Vehicle Use Permit. It is $10.95 and good for a year and [...]
A number of places to boondock alongside the Columbia River near the lock. Mostly level and even a concrete pad in one spot, and one area has pit toilets. Views of the dam, Mt Hood, swimming access and the hills along the river. There are trains on both sides of the river – which become [...]
- Coordinates courtesy of MovinSue Blacktop RV area on Columbia River bank. Shaded grassy tent area. Sandy beach at low tide. Hosted during summer. Inexpensive with electric hookup only. $10.00 : Washington State’s County Line Park is a 5.5-acre day use and overnight park located off SR-4 (Ocean Beach Highway) at the “county line” [...]
The 34,920-acre Desert unit was wholly desert prior to the Columbia Basin Irrigation Project. It is the lowest part of the very large Quincy Basin that once was filled with glacial floodwater. The natural basin now serves as a collector for irrigation water from upslope farmlands. Most of this water is collected in the Winchester [...]
The 640-acre Grouse Flats unit is located in Garfield County about 65 miles southwest of the town of Asotin. Elevations range from 3,600 to 4,160 feet. It includes some ponds, but no year-round creeks or significant drainages.
Grouse Flats was acquired in 1967 with the intent to reduce elk damage complaints and establish a large [...]
Leader lake
Start from junction of SR 20 and US 97 in Okanogan. Go W on SR 20 for 8.4 mi. Turn right on Leader Lake Rd (paved, one lane) and go .4 mi to site. The campground has an accessible fishing platform (trout and bass fishing), and accessible camping and rest rooms. 159 acres. Rainbow [...]
Banks Lake is a man-made impoundment in a 27 mile portion of a natural coulee. Most of the 91 miles of shoreline are ringed with basalt clifs and talus slopes. There are about 23 islands in the reservoir.
Unmarked campsites in designated area.
Camping is free, but a permit is required to be on all Washington FWS [...]
Located just ouside the old mining town of Liberty this is a small turnout good for a short term stay and is a popular camping spot.
From Hwy 97, turn east onto Libety road and proceede towards the town of Liberty. 3/4 of a mile off of Hwy. 97 you will see the parking area [...]
Located along FS19 (Little Naches Rd.) west of Naches. This area has two FS campgrounds for fee parking however free camping sites abound all along FS19 and up the side roads in the area. During summer this is a favorite area for Jeeps, ATVs and motorcycels however usually during mid week there is [...]
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Madame Dorian Memorial Park
Water is at a central location.
Camping Area:
15 Total Sites
15 Tent/RV Sites
Primitive
No Designated Sites
Grass
Shade
Fire/Grills
Trailer Dump Station
Day-Use Area:
Tables
Grass
Shade
Fire/Grills
Vault Toilets
Drinking Water
RR tracks close [...]
$5/night – Courtesy of MovinSue
Banks Lake is a man-made impoundment in a 27 mile portion of a natural coulee. Most of the 91 miles of shoreline are ringed with basalt clifs and talus slopes. There are about 23 islands in the reservoir.
Unmarked campsites in designated area (gravel parking lot).
Camping is free, but a permit is required to be on [...]
Minnie Peterson DNR 4.7 miles east of US Highway 101 on Upper Hoh Road. No drinking water http://www.forks-web.com/fg/upperhoh.htm 47.81861 -124.17361
Banks Lake is a man-made impoundment in a 27 mile portion of a natural coulee. Most of the 91 miles of shoreline are ringed with basalt clifs and talus slopes. There are about 23 islands in the reservoir.
Unmarked campsites in designated area (gravel parking lot).
Camping is free, but a permit is required to be on [...]
$5/night – Courtesy of MovinSue Curbside parking in downtown Pateros for $5 a night. Power available if parked near a picnic shelter; water also. Grassy area alongside curb. Park is alongside the Columbia River.
The “Potholes” area is a series of seep lakes below O’Sulivan Dam south of Moses Lake Wa. As a kid we would dry camp here and fish these lakes for bass, perch, crapie and others. Access used to be a little rough but doable with an RV. Just across the street is [...]
$7.97/night with electric hookup.
Camper must be self contained. No water or sewer hookups.
39 electric(30amp) spaces side by side in a gravel lot. Dump station on location. No tents. Pets welcome.
There is a laundromat (.75 each for washer & dryer) and restrooms. Prince’s full service grocery store is across the road and easily accessible.
Directions:
Canadian Border & [...]
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Located about 2 miles north of George the Quincy lakes are a group of 4 manmade irrigation lakes, Evergreen, Burke, Quincy and Stan Coffin lakes. Activities include fishing (Trout, Bass, Walleye, Perch), hiking, horseback riding, geocaching and more. Boat launches are availabe and lots of spots are available for dry camping. Pit toiltes [...]
Roosevelt Park also provides visitors with flush restrooms, a lawn area, picnic tables, a covered picnic area, play equipment, swim beach, barbecue grills, and showers. No designated disabled parking. This site is popular with wind surfers.
No water at sites. Centrally located.
SR 14 to Roosevelt; turn S on Roosevelt Ferry Rd; go 1 mi.
All Ross Lake campsites are equipped with fire-rings, picnic tables, and vault toilets. While there are 19 campsites on the lake, only the Hozomeen campground is accessible by car (from Hope, British Columbia).
Permits are not required for day use or for camping in car-accessed campgrounds along State Route 20 or at the drive-in campground [...]
Free 09/16 – 05/14
$15/night 05/15 – 09/15
Site use fees are charged from May 15 through September 15 each year for parking, boat launching, raft put-in and take-out, hiking, picnicking, camping, and other day-use activities.
The rest of the year, there is no charge for using BLM facilities in the Yakima River Canyon BLM camping areas [...]
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Just south of Kalaloch ranger station is a small beachfront national park campground… Gorgeous!!! and at $10 ($5 w/access discount) it is a great value. Campground never filled up, where the Kalaloch CG filled nightly. No cell service, did have great satellite TV and Internet. Can collect firewood on the beach, fire rings and new [...]
Sundale Park is a Treaty Fishing Access Site. As such it is shared by Native American Tribes and the general public. During the Salmon harvest season, Sundale Park is reserved for the exclusive use of the Native American Tribes. Other than those times, the park is open year round. Sundale Park [...]
A beautiful spot for $5 per person a night. Mount Adams is near by and offers spectaculars views. Rates do vary. You should either check their website’s calendar or call to see if they are holding an event during the time you want to camp here. If they are (usually weekends and holidays), you will [...]
No Hookups – Courtesy of MovinSue
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3.6 miles east of US Highway 101 on Rain Forest Road, between mileposts 178 and 179, right hand side. Tent pads, no drinking water.
http://issuu.com/sgazette/docs/www.sequimgazette.com/142
Despite the sign, this site is free.
Dry Camping September 8 thru March 31
Restrooms/Water provided April 1, 2008 – Sept 7, 2008
Covered Sun Shelters
Fire Pits/Grills
Flush Toilets(Summer)
Portable Toilets (Winter)
30 miles northeast of Pasco, Washington, on Pasco-Kahlotus Road, and 5.2 miles southeast on Burr Canyon Road.
- Coordinates courtesy of MovinSue Good place to stay. Sign up for a player’s card and receive a free meal: we did the buffet. Tuesday is senior day- extra perks, the gambling is not bad; not too greedy here. Good for a few nights without any problems if you don’t mind a parking lot. Large [...]