Manastash Camp campground
Manastash Camp
Reservations are accepted at Manastash Camp, ensuring that campers can secure their spot in advance. This is particularly recommended during peak tourist seasons to guarantee availability. As for the best time of year to visit, it is widely suggested that the summer months, from June to September, offer the most pleasant weather for camping at Manastash Camp. During this time, campers can enjoy the campground's beautiful surroundings and partake in outdoor activities such as hiking, fishing, and wildlife viewing.
While exploring the camping area, visitors should be cautious of potential wildlife encounters, including encounters with bears. It is advised to properly store food and dispose of waste to minimize the risk of attracting wildlife. Additionally, respecting the campground's rules and regulations is essential to ensure a safe and enjoyable camping experience for everyone. Manastash Camp offers a serene and well-equipped camping environment, making it a great destination for outdoor enthusiasts seeking a peaceful retreat in Washington state.
What's on-site at Manastash Camp
Key facilities Snoflo tracks for this campground. Confirm with the operator before booking -- amenities can change seasonally.
Plan your trip down to the hour
Same weather feed Snoflo's iOS app uses -- updated continuously from NOAA / yr.no.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max so trends jump out at a glance.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks. Hover any point for the full breakdown.
Other campgrounds in the area
Snoflo-tracked campsites within driving distance of Manastash Camp, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Riders Camp | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Manastash Camp / Trailhead | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Milk Pond | ✗ | ✓ | → |
| Boulder Cave Sno-Park | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Cottonwood Campground - Naches Rd | ✓ | ✗ | → |
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Manastash Camp -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| American River Near Nile | 244 cfs | → |
| Yakima River At Umtanum | 2,320 cfs | → |
| Greenwater River At Greenwater | 167 cfs | → |
| Cedar River Below Bear Creek Near Cedar Falls | 66 cfs | → |
| Ahtanum Creek At Union Gap | 68 cfs | → |
| Icicle Creek Above Snow Creek Near Leavenworth | 870 cfs | → |
Nearby snow depths
NRCS SNOTEL stations within reach of Manastash Camp -- relevant when planning a shoulder-season or alpine trip.
| SNOTEL station | Snowpack | 24h Snowfall | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bumping Ridge | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Nohrsc Bumping Ridge | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Corral Pass | 11.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Nohrsc Corral Pass | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Sawmill Ridge | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Nohrsc Sawmill Ridge | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
Plan a longer trip
The closest parks, lakes, boat launches, and paddle runs so a camping night can grow into a full weekend.
Parks
- Wenatchee National Forest
- Lake Easton State Park
- Olmstead Place State Park
- Wilderness Norse Peak
- Lower Naches Community Park
- Wilderness Alpine Lakes
Boat launches
- North Wenas Road 16361, Selah
- Mattoon Lake
- Lake Cabins Road Kittitas County
- Salmon La Sac Road, Ronald
- State Route 821 Kittitas County
- Umtanum Campground
Points of interest
- Mather Memorial East Portal Information Site
- Salmon Falls Interpretive Site
- Stop 2 Cowiche Canyon Watchable Wildflowers
- Selah Butte Watchable Wildflowers
- Stop 1 Cowiche Canyon Watchable Wildflowers
- Clear Creek Overlook Interpretive Site
Paddle runs
- Confluence With Ranier Fork To Confluence With Bumping River
- Headwaters At American Lake To Confluence With Ranier Fork
- Private Land Boundary To Head Of Lake Cle Elum Reservoir
- Yakima River Segment 1
- Yakima River Segment 2
- Headwaters In Se1/4 Of Sec 29, T24n, R13e To Confluence With Cle Elum River
Camping essentials & Leave No Trace
- Pack it in, pack it out
- Take all trash, food scraps, and gear back with you to keep campsites clean and protect wildlife.
- Respect wildlife
- Observe animals from a distance, store food securely, and never feed wildlife to maintain natural behavior and safety.
- Know before you go
- Check weather, fire restrictions, trail conditions, and permit requirements to ensure a safe and well-planned trip.
- Minimize campfire impact
- Use established fire rings, keep fires small, fully extinguish them, or opt for a camp stove when fires are restricted.
- Leave what you find
- Preserve natural and cultural features by avoiding removal of plants, rocks, artifacts, or other elements of the environment.
Set push alerts in the Snoflo app
Save Manastash Camp as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Manastash Camp
Can I make reservations at Manastash Camp?
This campground does not appear to accept reservations -- it's typically first-come, first-served. Arrive early on summer weekends.
How fresh is the weather data on this page?
The hourly forecast updates throughout the day from the NOAA / yr.no public feeds. Streamflow data is pulled live from USGS streamgauges and snowpack from the NRCS SNOTEL network.
What's the best time of year to visit?
Use the 15-day temperature & precipitation outlook on this page to plan -- pick a window with comfortable temperatures and low precipitation. For longer trips, the 5-day hourly meteogram shows snow + rain accumulation hour-by-hour.
How do I get to Manastash Camp?
Tap Directions in the hero above to open driving directions in Google Maps, or Open in map to center the Snoflo interactive map on the campground.
Can I get alerts when conditions change?
Yes -- alerts are managed through the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this campground, set a threshold (temperature, snowpack, precipitation), and you'll get a push the moment it crosses.
Other campgrounds near here
Snoflo-tracked campgrounds within driving distance of Manastash Camp.