American River Guard Station
Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest
American River Guard Station in Washington takes campsite reservations through Recreation.gov. Popular campgrounds like this often book out months ahead, but sites reopen whenever a camper cancels. Set a free CampSage cancellation alert and we'll email you the moment one frees up.
American River Guard Station is located about 40 miles west of Naches, Washington on the banks of the American River in the eastern Cascade Mountains. The rustic cabin and outhouse were built by the men of the 932nd Camp Naches Civilian Conservation Corps crew in 1941 as a summer residence and work site for fire patrol and recreation management personnel. In the 1970s, volunteers and permit holders sporadically used
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Nearest DC fast charging: 17.4 mi away (straight line).
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🔭 Planning further ahead?
We watch the next 60 days closely — that's where cancellations show up. recreation.gov takes bookings out to about February 2027, so there may be 2+ night stays past our window.
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❓ American River Guard Station FAQ
How do I reserve a campsite at American River Guard Station?
American River Guard Station in Washington takes campsite reservations through Recreation.gov. On this page, use the “Book / check availability” button to open the live booking page, see which dates are free, and reserve your site.
How can I get a spot at American River Guard Station when it's fully booked?
Popular campgrounds like American River Guard Station often fill months ahead, but campers cancel every day and those sites reopen for booking. Add your email to the alert on this page and CampSage will start watching American River Guard Station and email you free the moment a cancellation opens up.
Is American River Guard Station a good campground?
American River Guard Station holds an average rating of 3.8/5 from 43 camper ratings on Recreation.gov. The full star breakdown is shown above.
Where is American River Guard Station located?
American River Guard Station is located in Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest, Washington. Tap “Directions” above for driving directions, or see nearby campgrounds lower on this page.
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