Things to Do
RV & Site Information
For RV enthusiasts planning a visit, CLEAR LAKE GROUP SITE accommodates recreational vehicles up to 30 feet in length. This USDA Forest Service is available for advance reservation, making it a reliable choice for planned trips.
Guests at CLEAR LAKE GROUP SITE can enjoy essential amenities including Accessible Vault Toilets. The site is maintained by USDA Forest Service, ensuring consistent upkeep and facilities management.
Popular activities at this location include Birding, Fishing, Swimming, and Wildlife viewing. The campground's proximity to NACHES offers convenient access to additional outdoor recreation opportunities in the Washington region.
Located in NACHES, Washington, CLEAR LAKE GROUP SITE provides bookable camping options for visitors exploring America's public lands. Contact the site directly for real-time availability and current conditions.
About this place
Overview Clear Lake Group Campground is along the North Fork of the Tieton River in the Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest.
The campground sits between popular Rimrock Lake and the quieter Clear Lake beneath a canopy of towering pine and fir trees. Perched on a rocky bluff overlooking the area, this secluded spot offers access to a variety of recreational opportunities.
It is an ideal setting for large family and group gatherings.Recreation Clear Lake Group Campground offers outdoor enthusiasts the opportunity to hike, fish, ski, raft and enjoy a multitude of outdoor recreational activities throughout the year.
Visitors enjoy the nearby Rimrock Lake for its myriad of water activities, including fishing for kokanee salmon or trout and kayaking along the shore.
River enthusiasts may enjoy a whitewater rafting trip on one of the many scenic rivers in the area. The Tieton River is especially exciting in September, when the Bureau of Reclamation floods the Tieton Valley. The river is perfect for river enthusiasts seeking the thrill of whitewater. Facilities Clear Lake Group Campground is a single group site that can accommodate 40 guests. The parking area can hold about ten cars or five RVs and provides walk-in access to a large tent camping area.
The site is equipped with picnic tables, accessible vault toilets and a group campfire ring. Natural Features Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest offers stunning scenic views, with high, glaciated alpine peaks, valleys of old growth forest and rugged shrub-steppe country making up the diverse landscape. Elevations range from below 1,000 feet to more than 9,000 feet. Visitors can expect many days of warm, sunny weather in the summer, and winters with clear skies and plenty of snow. The Tieton River, adjacent to Clear Lake Group Campground, is a tributary of the Naches River. Its headwaters originate in Goat Rocks Wilderness, collecting water from snow melt and glaciers in high rugged peaks. These peaks are remnants of an extinct volcano, taking the name "Goat Rocks," in honor of the mountain goats traversing this isolated region. Nearby Attractions A boat ramp is available within 10 miles of the campground.Visitors enjoy Mt. Rainer National Park, where interpretive programs and exhibits offer education about the diverse landscape and history of the area. The spectacular Pacific Crest Trail (PCT), one of the world's premier National Scenic Trails, showcases some of North America's most fantastic scenery, winding its way its way from Mexico to Canada through California, Oregon and Washington, and is accessible near the campground.
Getting There
From Naches, follow Highway 12 west for approximately 34 miles to County Road 1200/Tieton Reservoir Road at the west end of Rimrock Lake. Turn south/left on County Road 1200 and follow for about .3 miles to Road 740. Continue for a half-mile, and the reservation site is the second campsite on the left along the North Fork Tieton River. From Packwood, follow Highway 12 east approximately 27 miles to County Road 1200/Tieton Reservoir Road. Turn south/right on County Road 1200 and follow for about .3 miles to Road 740. Continue for a half-mile, and the reservation site is the second campsite on the left along the North Fork Tieton River.