Jackson Creek Fish Camp
Central Washington
Astronomy
MoonWaxing Gibbous (71%)
Stargazingfair
Trail Conditions
“I had passed the sign for Jackson Creek Fish Camp many times en route from the Tri-Cities to Seattle, but hadn't stopped before.”
Last report: Jun 26, 2025
Safety & Considerations
Today's Hazard
- Strong sun — sunscreen, hat, and sunglasses recommended; water reflection adds glare near the lake
Getting There
Recent Reports
Jun 26, 2025
I had passed the sign for Jackson Creek Fish Camp many times en route from the Tri-Cities to Seattle, but hadn't stopped before. It is apparently popular for fishermen in the fall, although there is no boat ramp.
Nov 24, 2023
A friend and I made plans to escape town for late fall adventure in Central Washington: a day hike on the Palouse to Cascades State Park Trail over the still-somewhat-new Beverly Bridge, followed by a night of car camping. This was my first visit to Beverly Bridge since it opened in April of 2022.
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