PORT ANGELES — The state Department of Natural Resources is looking for volunteer campground hosts for two of its recreation areas in Clallam County.
Campground hosts “provide a positive, helpful, safe and informative presence for visitors,” according to DNR.
Hosts conduct general campground maintenance and to act as a primary point of contact for campers.
All hosts must complete basic first aid training and pass a State Patrol criminal background check.
The two recreation areas needing hosts:
Bear Creek Campground
Location: South side of U.S. Highway 101 at Milepost 206, along the Sol Duc River.
Time: Summer months only. One-month stay minimum; longer stays are welcome. Campground is open all year.
Recreational opportunities: Sites available for self-contained overnight camping (RVs welcome) and day use. Hiking trail to Sol Duc River. Two ADA-accessible sites and two ADA-accessible toilets. Viewing platform (ADA accessible). Fishing.
Host Site Accommodations: No water or electricity.
Requirements: Two hosts preferred.
Contact: Cathy Baker, 360-374-2860, or cathryn.baker@dnr.wa.gov.
Lyre River
Location: Five miles outside of Joyce.
Time: Now through September.
Recreational opportunities: 11-site campground. No trail access.
Host Site Accommodations: RV pad, water, no electricity.
Requirements: Two hosts preferred.
Contact: Wayne Fitzwater, 360-374-6131; wayne.fitzwater@dnr.wa.gov.
