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Recreation Region: Cle Elum Ranger District

Wish Poosh Campground

Wish Poosh is located in a mixed conifer forest on the southeast shore of Cle Elum Lake. The campground offers 34 campsites suitable for RVs or tents. 

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. 

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

Reservations

Make Reservations Here

A mix of reservation only and first come, first serve sites.

General Information

Memorial Day - Mid-September

The boat ramp is typically closed by early July due to low water.    

Overnight Use:
Single Site: $22 per night
Double Site: $43 per night
Additional Vehicle Fee: $11 per night
Day Use:
$11 per vehicle per day

Payment options: use a mobile phone to Scan & Pay. 

*Suggestion: Download the recreation.gov app before your trip to have the ability to Scan & Pay on-site, even without service.

Kiosk in front of the Cle Elum Ranger District office.

Address: 803 W. 2nd Street Cle Elum, WA 98922
Phone: (509) 852-1100
Hours: Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Closed on Tuesday. Closed for lunch from 12:30 to 1:15 p.m. Permit sales end at 4 p.m. (Closed on federal holidays)

Getting There

Latitude / Longitude

Latitude: 47.280013

Longitude: -121.085308

Elevation

2,250 feet

Directions

15311 Salmon la Sac Road, Ronald, WA

From Cle Elum, travel 10 miles northwest on Highway 903. Campground entrance will be on the left.

Facility and Amenity Information

Restrooms

Portable toilet(s)

Water

Potable water is not available at this site.

Picnic Tables

Picnic tables are available at this site.

Nearby Trails

Recreation Opportunities

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Fishing - Lake & Pond Info

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

Last updated August 12, 2026