The campground runs along the both side of the airstrip. I thought we would see planes flying in and taking off but apparently due to the winds and surrounding mountains this is a tricky place for pilots. A plane did take off while we were there and we heard a couple of fly overs but no landings. The history of the airport is a bit of a mystery. It may have been built during WWII as a secluded hiding spot in case of an invasion or as a training field.
There are several camping areas. The first area on the east side of the airstrip is roomy so this is where most people with large RVs camp. It's a bit dusty but there are a few sites away from the road and under the trees where vans can fit. The road comes to a Y with the left side going into the forest where the sites are shady and on the short side. The right side goes to a vault toilet and the self-serve fee kiosk plus a couple of nice roomy sites with shade and sun. The map on the information board shows the road continuing to make a loop to the west side of the airstrip but that has been blocked off. To get to the west side you must go back to the campground entrance. The sites on the west side are roomy and private but they may be too tight for big rigs.
East side
West side
Amenities are limited. The toilets are far away from most of the sites. Tables are scattered. Most sites are not marked so it's similar to dispersed camping. None of the sites are designated as accessible but some are usable. The toilets are accessible.
The entrance road to the east side camping is one of the most potholed roads we have ever driven on. Campground 47.01918, -121.53519
You find some nice campgrounds to stay at. This looks so pretty !
ReplyDeleteIt was pretty. If we stay there again we will probably stay on the west side to avoid the bumpy road and the dust.
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