Wish Poosh Campground

Campground · Washington · 32 bookable sites ·

Managed by the USDA Forest Service

Wenatchee National Forest (NF) · Open Access

32
Bookable sites
60 ft
Max rig length
up to 12
People per site
2,261 ft
Elevation
View of boat ramp leading into lake with sloped earthen banks, looking beyond to a small boat and tree covered slopes above high water line.
Photo: USFS · Recreation.gov

Overview

Wish Poosh Campground sits near the southeastern shore of Cle Elum Lake in the Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest.


This campground is a popular gathering place for individuals and families to enjoy both the mountains and the serenity of the lake at an elevation of 2,300 feet. Recreational opportunities abound for those wanting to take advantage of the trails and waterfront areas nearby.

Recreation

In addition to being a prime location for hiking, fishing, swimming, horseback riding and mountain biking in summer and early fall, the area offers excellent snowshoeing and snowmobiling in the winter months.

Anglers also enjoy the abundance of fishing opportunities. Please check the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife regulations for the most current fishing information: here

The nearby Speelyi Beach features a wide sandy beach surrounded by conifer forest on Cle Elum Lake. Visitors enjoy swimming and kayaking.

Facilities

Wish Poosh Campground's drinking water system and flush toilets are out of order. Portable toilets will be provided. There are 34 sites for both tent and RV camping. All sites are equipped with picnic tables and campfire rings with grills.

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 over 9,000 feet. Visitors can expect warm, sunny weather in the summer, and winters with clear skies and plenty of snow. The surrounding undeveloped wilderness, clean streams and diverse forests support an abundance of wildlife, including deer, porcupine, native fish and migratory birds.

Contact Info

For facility specific information, please call (661) 702-1420.

Nearby Attractions

There are hiking trails within 5 miles of the campground, and the spectacular Pacific Crest Trail (PCT), one of the world's premier National Scenic Trails which showcases some of North America's most fantastic scenery as it winds its way its way from Mexico to Canada, is accessible near the campground.

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

  • Season: Memorial Day – Mid-September — USDA Forest Service, Aug 24, 2026
  • 32 bookable sites
  • 34 sites in total, including non-bookable
  • Vehicles up to 60 ft
  • Up to 12 people per site
  • Loops: WISH POOSH CAMPGROUND

Site types

  • 32 Standard Nonelectric
  • 2 Management

Amenities

  • Campfires allowed
  • Fire pits
  • Picnic tables
  • Grills
  • Shade
  • Pets allowed
  • Water hookups — not available

Not recorded upstream: electric hookups, sewer hookups.

Book on Recreation.gov

34 campsites at Wish Poosh Campground

Check-in 2:00 PM · Check-out 12:00 PM

SiteLoopTypeEntrySurfaceMax rigPeople
001WISH POOSH CAMPGROUNDStandard NonelectricBack InGravel42 ft12 🐾
002WISH POOSH CAMPGROUNDStandard NonelectricBack InGravel48 ft12 🐾
003WISH POOSH CAMPGROUNDStandard NonelectricBack InGravel36 ft12 🐾
004WISH POOSH CAMPGROUNDStandard NonelectricBack InGravel39 ft12 🐾
005WISH POOSH CAMPGROUNDStandard NonelectricBack InGravel48 ft12 🐾
006WISH POOSH CAMPGROUNDStandard NonelectricBack InGravel39 ft6 🐾
007WISH POOSH CAMPGROUNDStandard NonelectricBack InGravel36 ft6 🐾
008WISH POOSH CAMPGROUNDManagementBack InGravel42 ft6 🐾
009WISH POOSH CAMPGROUNDStandard NonelectricBack InGravel36 ft6 🐾
010WISH POOSH CAMPGROUNDStandard NonelectricBack InGravel36 ft6 🐾
011WISH POOSH CAMPGROUNDStandard NonelectricBack InGravel45 ft6 🐾
012WISH POOSH CAMPGROUNDStandard NonelectricBack InGravel42 ft6 🐾
013WISH POOSH CAMPGROUNDStandard NonelectricBack InGravel36 ft6 🐾
014WISH POOSH CAMPGROUNDStandard NonelectricBack InGravel45 ft6 🐾
015WISH POOSH CAMPGROUNDStandard NonelectricBack InGravel45 ft6 🐾
016WISH POOSH CAMPGROUNDStandard NonelectricBack InGravel48 ft6 🐾
017WISH POOSH CAMPGROUNDStandard NonelectricBack InGravel42 ft6 🐾
018WISH POOSH CAMPGROUNDStandard NonelectricBack InGravel36 ft6 🐾
019WISH POOSH CAMPGROUNDStandard NonelectricBack InGravel36 ft6 🐾
020WISH POOSH CAMPGROUNDManagementBack InGravel60 ft6 🐾
021WISH POOSH CAMPGROUNDStandard NonelectricBack InGravel33 ft6 🐾
022WISH POOSH CAMPGROUNDStandard NonelectricBack InGravel54 ft6 🐾
023WISH POOSH CAMPGROUNDStandard NonelectricBack InGravel39 ft6 🐾
024WISH POOSH CAMPGROUNDStandard NonelectricBack InGravel33 ft6 🐾
025WISH POOSH CAMPGROUNDStandard NonelectricBack InGravel33 ft6 🐾
026WISH POOSH CAMPGROUNDStandard NonelectricBack InGravel36 ft6 🐾
027WISH POOSH CAMPGROUNDStandard NonelectricBack InGravel45 ft6 🐾
028WISH POOSH CAMPGROUNDStandard NonelectricBack InGravel30 ft6 🐾
029WISH POOSH CAMPGROUNDStandard NonelectricBack InGravel42 ft6 🐾
030WISH POOSH CAMPGROUNDStandard NonelectricBack InGravel36 ft6 🐾
031WISH POOSH CAMPGROUNDStandard NonelectricBack InGravel39 ft6 🐾
032WISH POOSH CAMPGROUNDStandard NonelectricBack InGravel45 ft6 🐾
033WISH POOSH CAMPGROUNDStandard NonelectricBack InGravel42 ft6 🐾
034WISH POOSH CAMPGROUNDStandard NonelectricBack InGravel42 ft6 🐾

Getting there

From Seattle, take I-90 East to exit 80, then take a left on Bullfrog Road, then head north on County Road 903. The campground is on the left after approximately 8 miles.

47.28000, -121.08556 · 47°16'48.0"N 121°5'8.0"W

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Typical weather

Typically 76°F in Aug, down to 35°F in Dec.

JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
High °F364046536167767669564335
Low °F252529333945515043352925
Precip in8.15.84.93.42.21.80.70.91.94.97.87.4

1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 5.4 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.

More photos

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Common questions about Wish Poosh Campground

Can you reserve a site at Wish Poosh Campground?
Yes, Wish Poosh Campground is reservable through Recreation.gov.
How many campsites does Wish Poosh Campground have?
34 sites in total, of which 32 can be booked.
What is the maximum RV length at Wish Poosh Campground?
60 ft. That is the longest vehicle the sites here are recorded as taking; individual sites may be shorter.
Are pets allowed at Wish Poosh Campground?
Yes, pets are allowed at Wish Poosh Campground.
Does Wish Poosh Campground have hookups?
No hookups are recorded here.
Are campfires allowed at Wish Poosh Campground?
Campfires are allowed at Wish Poosh Campground. Check for a current fire restriction before you go.

Also listed by

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

USDA Forest Service — data as of Aug 24, 2026

  • Cash or check only. Single Campsite $25; Double Campsite: $45; Extra vehicle: $7 , (2nd vehicle for single sites, 3rd and 4 vehicles for double sites) will be collected at the campground. Extra vehicle is defined as any vehicle (motorhome, trailer, or passenger vehicle) that is not towed in with the

Restrictions:

  • Water levels in Lake Cle Elum will vary during the summer as water is drawn to provide irrigation for the lower valleys. The boat ramp is typically closed in mid to late July due to low water.

USDA Forest Service's own page

Camping near Wish Poosh Campground

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Recreation.gov last updated this record on 2026-08-11.

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