AENEAS SPRINGS DISPERSED
Open — Likely inaccessible in winter due to snow and unplowed forest roads. Summer dispersed camping typically available when roads are passable, generally late spring through fall.
Air Stagnation Advisory issued December 29 at 11:45AM PST until January 1 at 12:00PM PST by NWS Spokane WA
* WHAT...Stagnant conditions will have potential to trap pollutants near the ground with deteriorated air quality. * WHERE...Portions of North and North Central Idaho and North Central, Northeast, and Southeast Washington. * WHEN...Until noon PST Thursday. * IMPACTS...Periods of air stagnation can lead to the buildup of pollutants near the surface.
Alcohol Prohibitions
This Order describes acts that are prohibited upon lands, roads and trails within the National Forest System administered by the Forest Service Pacific Northwest Region in regards to alcoholic beverages.
Aquatic Invasive Species
This Order prohibits 1) possessing, storing, or transporting any aquatic invasive animal species AND 2) prohibits possessing, storing, or transporting any aquatic or riparian invasive plant species - on National Forest System lands in the Pacific Northwest Region as specified in the Order.
Restrictions on Use of Forage and Mulch Products
This Order prohibits unloading, storing, or using any straw, hay, grain, seed, or other forage or mulch products that are not state-certified weed free on the National Forest System lands, roads or trails in any Closure Area as specific in the Order.
Snow Peak and Katy Creek Fires - Area Closure Terminated
The Area Closure for the Katy Creek and Snow Peak Fire have been terminated as of October 17, 2025.
Termination Sept. 27, 2025 - Public Use Restrictions Stage 1
Public Use Restrictions Stage 1 ends on Saturday 27, 2025.
Occupancy and Use / Camping Restrictions Order: 06-21-00-25-01
Prohibits camping and/or long term occupancy by any person or group, within the boundaries of National Forest System lands administered by the Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest and the Colville National Forest, for more than 14 consecutive days in one location and more than 28 calendar days annu
Food Storage Order: 06-21-00-21-02
The goal of this special order is to minimize the potential for bears and other wildlife to access human foods. Animals that have repeatedly obtained unsecured human foods can learn to associate the presence of humans with a food reward and begin to lose their natural fear of man.
Aquatic Invasive Species Order: 06-00-00-21-01
This order prohibits possessing, storing, or transporting any aquatic invasive animal species on the national Forest System lands in the Pacific Northwest Region.
About
Aeneas Springs Dispersed camping area is situated in the Aeneas Valley section of Colville National Forest's Tonasket Ranger District in Okanogan County, Washington. The area is part of the remote eastern blocks of the district, which include the Buckhorn, Mount Hull, Bonaparte and Aeneas blocks. The landscape transitions from grass and shrubs at lower elevations to ponderosa pine forests at mid-elevations, with Douglas fir, western larch, and subalpine forests at higher elevations above 6,000 feet. This is a true dispersed camping area with no developed facilities, water, or garbage services. Campers must be completely self-sufficient and practice Leave No Trace principles by packing out all trash. The area offers opportunities for solitude and backcountry camping experiences in a relatively undiscovered part of northeastern Washington. Access is via Aeneas Valley Road and forest service roads, which may be unmaintained and require high-clearance vehicles depending on conditions.
Directions
From Tonasket, travel State Route 20 east for 12 miles to the Aeneas Valley turnoff (County Road 9455). Follow Aeneas Valley Road into the national forest. Specific access depends on which forest service roads are open and passable.
Nearby Campgrounds
Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | No |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $0 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | — |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (509) 486-2186 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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