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Much like its counterpart the American River, the Bumping River offers quite a few good spots right along the river or near Bumping Lake. It is located just outside of Mount Rainier National Park in the south central Cascades.
One main road runs along the river all the way to the dam. There are several unpaved roads that extend past the lake providing mountain biking opportunities. In addition, Fife's Ridge and Little Bald Mountain are two good epic rides. If hiking is preferred to riding, The American Ridge Trail and Fife's Peak can fulfill those needs.
The river itself has plenty of access spots, either from the campsite or very nearby. This tributary to the Yakima, the river contains salmon and steelhead as well as trout. It's a short drive to the American or Little Naches rivers in case the Bumping is not producing. Bumping Lake holds trout and Kokanee salmon with fairly generous limits (check the regulations). Boats can be rented at the marina.
Bumping River is just one in a long line of quality camping locations in this area of the state. It's a great place to spend a few days.
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Directions to the Bumping River
- Take SR 169 (from I-405) or SR 164 (from SR 18) to Enumclaw.
- In Enumclaw, head towards Chinook Pass via SR 410.
- Stay on SR 410 through Greenwater and Crystal Mountain.
- Cross over Cayuse Pass and stay on SR 410.
- Cross over Chinook Pass. The road will contain substantial curves and be
very slow.
- Stay on SR 410 as it comes down from the mountain and straightens out.
- Approximately 20 miles after the
pass, turn right on Bumping River Road.
- Camping spots exist along this
road from the intersection with SR 410 all the way to the
lake.
Location Information
Elevation: 3488 ft.
Waypoint: N46° 52.163', W121° 17.694'
Green Trails Map: Bumping Lake - No. 271, Old Scab Mtn - No. 272
Other Map: Here