Pine Needle Campground campground
Pine Needle Campground
Reservations are accepted at Pine Needle Campground, allowing visitors to secure their preferred camping dates in advance. It is recommended to make reservations early, especially during peak seasons, as the campground can get quite busy.
The best time of year to visit Pine Needle Campground is during the summer months, from June to August, when the weather is generally mild and pleasant. Campers can enjoy activities such as hiking, fishing, and wildlife spotting in the surrounding area. However, it is important to note that the campground can experience high levels of rainfall during spring and fall, so visitors should be prepared for wet conditions and mud.
While exploring the camping area, campers should be careful of uneven terrain and watch out for tree roots and branches. It is also advisable to store food securely to avoid attracting wildlife. Overall, Pine Needle Campground offers a serene and well-equipped camping experience, perfect for those looking to connect with nature in the beautiful state of Washington.
What's on-site at Pine Needle Campground
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 Pine Needle Campground, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pine Needle Group Campground | ✓ | ✗ | → |
| American Ridge Lodge | ✓ | ✗ | → |
| Cedar Springs | ✓ | ✓ | → |
| Cedar Springs Campground | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| American River Guard Station | ✓ | ✗ | → |
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Pine Needle Campground -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| American River Near Nile | 268 cfs | → |
| Greenwater River At Greenwater | 240 cfs | → |
| Cedar River Below Bear Creek Near Cedar Falls | 113 cfs | → |
| White River Below Clearwater River Nr Buckley | 2,550 cfs | → |
| Cowlitz River At Packwood | 1,410 cfs | → |
| Cedar River Near Cedar Falls | 404 cfs | → |
Nearby snow depths
NRCS SNOTEL stations within reach of Pine Needle Campground -- relevant when planning a shoulder-season or alpine trip.
| SNOTEL station | Snowpack | 24h Snowfall | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bumping Ridge | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Corral Pass | 35.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Nohrsc Bumping Ridge | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Nohrsc Corral Pass | 169.0 in | -155.0 in | → |
| Crystal Base | 39.5 in | -0.4 in | → |
| Morse Lake | 25.0 in | -1.0 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
- Wilderness Norse Peak
- Wenatchee National Forest
- Lake Easton State Park
- Wilderness William O. Douglas
- Wilderness Clearwater
- Federation Forest State Park
Boat launches
- Lake Cabins Road Kittitas County
- National Forest Development Road 714, Naches
- Salmon La Sac Road, Ronald
Points of interest
- Salmon Falls Interpretive Site
- Mather Memorial East Portal Information Site
- 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
- Mt. Baker-Snoqualmie Nf/Mt. Ranier Np Boundary At North Section Line Of Sec 3, T17 N, R10e To Confluence With Huckleberry Creek
- Confluence With Chinook Creek To Southern Boundary Of Mount Rainier National Park
- Headwaters On The Southeast Flank Of Mount Rainier At An Elevation Of 5500 Ft To Confluence With Chinook Creek
- Headwaters At The Terminus Of The Ingraham Glacier To Ends 1/4 Mile North Of Box Canyon
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 Pine Needle Campground as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Pine Needle Campground
Can I make reservations at Pine Needle Campground?
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 Pine Needle Campground?
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 Pine Needle Campground.