Can you reserve a site at Hells Crossing Campground?

Yes, Hells Crossing Campground is reservable through Recreation.gov.

What is the maximum RV length at Hells Crossing Campground?

40 ft. That is the longest vehicle the sites here are recorded as taking; individual sites may be shorter.

Are pets allowed at Hells Crossing Campground?

Yes, pets are allowed at Hells Crossing Campground.

Are campfires allowed at Hells Crossing Campground?

Campfires are allowed at Hells Crossing Campground. Check for a current fire restriction before you go.

Hells Crossing Campground, Washington — 18 sites, fees and cancellation alerts

Overview

Hells Crossing Campground is located along the American River in the Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest in Washington's Cascade Range. Warm summer days and easy access to an abundance of recreational activities make the campground a perfect setting for individual and group camping excursions.

Recreation

Hells Crossing Campground offers outdoor enthusiasts the opportunity to hike, fish, ski, raft and enjoy a multitude of recreational activities throughout the year.

The American River, which can be accessed from within the campground, offers a scenic backdrop for swimmers braving its cold, refreshing waters. Whitewater enthusiasts may enjoy a rafting trip on the American or on one of many scenic rivers in the area.

Facilities

Hells Crossing Campground offers standard and tent-only sites. Picnic tables, vault toilets and drinking water are available; however, there are no electrical hookups.

There are two sections in the campground, each with its own entrance; sites 1-10 are in the eastern section (just over the American River), while sites 11-18 are in the western section.

Natural Features

The Okanogan-Wenatchee is a unique National Forest, where high, glaciated alpine peaks tower along the Cascade Crest. Lush valleys of old-growth forest define its western boundary, and at its eastern edge, rugged shrub-steppe country comprises a more arid region. Elevations range from below 1,000 feet to over 9,000 feet. Visitors to the area can expect many days of warm, sunny weather in the summer and plenty of snow in the winter.

Nearby Attractions

Boulder Cave National Recreation Trail is one of the most popular places in the Naches District. Visitors can walk the accessible trail along the river or explore Boulder Cave. Interpretive signs along the trail explain the geology, plants, animals and fire history of the area.

Hikers may want to traverse a portion of the spectacular Pacific Crest Trail (PCT), one of the world's premier National Scenic Trails. This trail showcases some of North America's most fantastic scenery as it winds its way from Mexico to Canada through California, Oregon and Washington.

Contact Info

This location has limited staffing. Please call (661) 702-1420 for general information.

Charges & Cancellations

Cancellations

Individual Campsites: Cancellations up to 2 days before a reservation start date incur a $10.00 cancellation fee.

A visitor who cancels a reservation the day before or on the day of arrival will pay a $10.00 service fee AND forfeit the first night's use fee including tax and applicable add-on for a campsite.

Cancellations for a one-night reservation will forfeit the entire amount paid and will not be subject to an additional service fee.

No-Shows

A no-show visitor is one who does not arrive at a campground and does not cancel the reservation by check-out time on the day after the scheduled arrival date. Staff will hold a campsite until check-out time on the day following the arrival date.

No-shows are assessed $20.00 service fee and forfeit the first night's rate, taxes and applicable add-on for a campsite.

Refunds

Visitors may submit a refund request through their Recreation.gov profile within 7 days of the end date of their reservation. Refunds will not be issued after the 7 days has ended.

Refunds for debit or credit card payments will be issued as a credit to the original bank or credit card used to pay.

For check or cash purchases, Recreation.gov will mail a Treasury check for refunds of cash, check, or money order payments to the address associated with the reservation. Treasury check refunds may take up to 6-8 weeks to arrive.

In the event of an emergency closure, the Recreation.gov team or facility manager will refund all fees and will attempt to notify you using the contact information within the Recreation.gov visitor profile.

The facts

18 bookable sites
Vehicles up to 40 ft
Up to 8 people per site
Loops: AREA HELLS CROSSING

Site types

12 Standard Nonelectric
6 Tent Only Nonelectric

Amenities

Campfires allowed
Fire pits
Picnic tables
Shade
Pets allowed

Not recorded upstream: electric hookups, water hookups, sewer hookups, grills.

Book on Recreation.gov

18 campsites at Hells Crossing Campground

Check-in 02:00 PM · Check-out 12:00 PM

Site	Loop	Type	Entry	Surface	Max rig	People
001	AREA HELLS CROSSING	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	24 ft	8	🐾
002	AREA HELLS CROSSING	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	40 ft	8	🐾
003	AREA HELLS CROSSING	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	24 ft	8	🐾
004	AREA HELLS CROSSING	Tent Only Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	30 ft	8	🐾
005	AREA HELLS CROSSING	Tent Only Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	30 ft	8	🐾
006	AREA HELLS CROSSING	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	18 ft	8	🐾
007	AREA HELLS CROSSING	Tent Only Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	18 ft	8	🐾
008	AREA HELLS CROSSING	Tent Only Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	18 ft	8	🐾
009	AREA HELLS CROSSING	Standard Nonelectric	Pull Through	Gravel	32 ft	8	🐾
010	AREA HELLS CROSSING	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	40 ft	8	🐾
011	AREA HELLS CROSSING	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	40 ft	8	🐾
012	AREA HELLS CROSSING	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	24 ft	8	🐾
013	AREA HELLS CROSSING	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	30 ft	8	🐾
014	AREA HELLS CROSSING	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	18 ft	8	🐾
015	AREA HELLS CROSSING	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	30 ft	8	🐾
016	AREA HELLS CROSSING	Tent Only Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	18 ft	8	🐾
017	AREA HELLS CROSSING	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	40 ft	8	🐾
018	AREA HELLS CROSSING	Tent Only Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	30 ft	8	🐾

Getting there

From Naches, take Highway 410 approximately 38 miles northwest to milepost 83.4.

46.96472, -121.26583 · 46°57'53.0"N 121°15'57.0"W

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Typical weather

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Precip in	8.4	6.9	7.0	5.3	4.0	3.0	1.2	1.1	2.0	5.0	8.5	8.8

1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 9.9 mi away — not measured at the facility itself, and elevation can make a real difference over that distance.

Map

Fees and stay limits

Extra Vehicle Fee $8.00

From Recreation.gov, which is not always current. The operator's own page is the authority on what you will be charged.

Common questions about Hells Crossing Campground

Can you reserve a site at Hells Crossing Campground?: Yes, Hells Crossing Campground is reservable through Recreation.gov.
How many campsites does Hells Crossing Campground have?: 18 sites.
What is the maximum RV length at Hells Crossing Campground?: 40 ft. That is the longest vehicle the sites here are recorded as taking; individual sites may be shorter.
Are pets allowed at Hells Crossing Campground?: Yes, pets are allowed at Hells Crossing Campground.
Are campfires allowed at Hells Crossing Campground?: Campfires are allowed at Hells Crossing Campground. Check for a current fire restriction before you go.

Also listed by

Hells Crossing Campground also appears in other federal recreation data. Facts below are matched by name and location, not confirmed by Hells Crossing Campground's operator.

USDA Forest Service — data as of Aug 24, 2026

Hells’Crossing: $20.00 per night, extra Vehicle $9.00

Restrictions:

Trailers 20 ft. max.

USDA Forest Service's own page

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Contact

Recreation.gov last updated this record on 2026-02-25.

Hells Crossing Campground