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These spots were found by accident. While not directly on water (the Middle Fork of the Little Naches is just a short un-trailed hike away from one spot), these spots are desirable for other reasons the chief among them being privacy. Being in rather obscure locations, these spots see little traffic.
Rather close to Mount Rainier National Park, they offer similar recreational opportunities found at the American River and Bumping River. Fife's Ridge and Little Bald Mountain are nearby and are solid mountain bike rides. There are other single track trails and plenty of fire roads directly from the camp. Fife's Peak and the American Ridge Trail present a couple of quality hikes.
These spots lie in the Naches River watershed with the American and Bumping rivers are close at hand. There are streams right out of the campsites but they are small and very overgrown with vegetation. They can be rewarding for those who are patient and willing to do a little experimenting.
One of many south central Cascades camping spots, the Little Naches River offers seclusion and is a gateway to many recreational activitites.
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Directions to the Little Naches 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 22 miles after the
pass, turn left and head north toward Little Naches
campground.
- Continue up this road for
approximately 12 miles and go past Timothy Meadow.
- Come to an intersection and take
the road to the left.
- Continue up this road and take
the second left , or stay on the road to the end
(approximately 3.5 miles).
Location Information
Elevation: 4253 ft.
Waypoint: N47° 3.487', W121° 19.773'
Green Trails Map: Lester, WA - No. 239, Easton, WA - No. 240
Other Map: Here