Alpine Meadows Campground
Closed — Closed for the season. Typically operates from late May through September, weather permitting. The campground closed early in 2025 due to fire conditions.
Flood Warning issued April 10 at 10:15PM PDT until April 13 at 4:15PM PDT by NWS Spokane WA
...The Flood Warning continues for the following rivers in Washington... Stehekin River at Stehekin affecting Chelan County. .Warm temperatures will melt snowpack and increase river flows. For the Stehekin River...including Stehekin...Minor flooding is forecast. * WHAT...Minor flooding is occurring and minor flooding is forecast. * WHERE...Stehekin River at Stehekin. * WHEN...Until Monday afternoon. * IMPACTS...At 20.5 feet, water inundates some properties and overtops the temporary corduroy bridge. Company Creek Road inundated at northern end. Battalion Creek culverts are beginning to be overtopped. Water begins damaging Wood Road. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 9:30 PM PDT Friday the stage was 20.5 feet. - Bankfull stage is 19.5 feet. - Recent Activity...The maximum river stage in the 24 hours ending at 9:30 PM PDT Friday was 20.6 feet. - Forecast...The river is expected to rise to a crest of 20.9 feet early Sunday morning. It will then fall below flood stage early Monday morning. - Flood stage is 20.5 feet. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
About
Alpine Meadows Campground is a small, primitive campground located along the scenic Chiwawa River in the Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest. Situated 21 miles from Fish Lake, this valley floor campground offers 8 first-come, first-served campsites in a peaceful forested setting. The campground provides basic amenities including vault toilets, but campers must bring their own water as none is available on-site. Access to the campground requires navigating Chiwawa River Road, with the final 11 miles being rough gravel and dirt that may not be suitable for low clearance vehicles. Sites accommodate RVs up to 20 feet, though hookups are not available. Each site typically includes a picnic table and fire pit, with fees of $20 per night plus $7-10 for additional vehicles. Payment can be made via cash, check, or the Recreation.gov Scan and Pay mobile app feature where available. The campground operates seasonally, typically from late spring through fall, and serves as a base for exploring the surrounding wilderness, including access to trails, fishing, and the Alpine Lakes Wilderness area. Due to its remote location, cellular service is limited or nonexistent.
Directions
From Leavenworth, take US-2 West for 15 miles. Turn right onto WA-207 North for 4.4 miles. Turn right onto Chiwawa Loop Road for 0.5 mile. Stay right onto County Highway 22 for 0.8 mile. Take the second left onto Chiwawa River Road/Forest Road 6200 and follow for 21 miles. The campground will be on your left. The final 11 miles is rough gravel and dirt, unsuitable for low clearance vehicles.
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Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $22 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 20ft |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (661) 702-1420 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
Useful Links
| View on Recreation.gov |
Availability
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