These Washington state campgrounds are among the most scenic in US, study says

Washington state has some of the country’s most scenic campsites, from the rugged terrain of the North Cascades to the serene swimming holes on the Washougal River.

A recently released list from the online travel guide Matador Network names the 60 Campsites With the Best Views Across the United States, including 10 sites on the West Coast and three in Washington.

To create the list, Matador worked with a team from The Dyrt, a website for finding, booking and reviewing campsites. Matador also relied on its team across the U.S., along with tips from various park organizations and tourism boards.

Here’s what to know about the Washington campgrounds named among the country’s most scenic:

Sahale Glacier Camp offers sweeping views from the backcountry

Matador describes Sahale Glacier Camp in North Cascades National Park as a secluded backcountry site surrounded by “high-elevation peaks, dramatic ridgelines, and the immense expanse of the Sahale Glacier itself.”

Getting to the campground requires a tough hike up the Sahale Arm Trail, and facilities are described as “primitive” at best, but campers are rewarded with sweeping views of the Cascade River and far-flung forests to the west and the Sahale Glacier to the east.

Matador notes that reservations are required through a backcountry lottery system held in March. According to Recreation.gov, the early access lottery application deadline is March 14.

Campers at Naked Falls can enjoy cliff jumping, natural water slides

Naked Falls – located on the Washougal River about 38 miles east of Vancouver, Washington – is one of the few places where you can legally camp next to a cascading waterfall, according to Matador. This campground made the list of prettiest sites in the country for its “sheer beauty” and related activities, such as relaxing swimming holes and natural rock slides.

There are only 17 campsites on the grounds, and reservations are needed, but car camping is available, so visitors can bring some creature comforts with them.

Other West Coast campsites featured on the list

These campgrounds also made Matador’s top 10 most scenic campsites on the West Coast:

(This story was updated to add information.)