Buck Lake Campground
First-come, first-served only with no advance reservations. Pay on-site via Recreation.gov Scan & Pay. Maximum stay is 14 days. No potable water available; bring your own. Pack out all trash.
Heat Advisory issued July 21 at 10:05PM PDT until July 23 at 9:00PM PDT by NWS Spokane WA
* WHAT...Hot temperatures with daytime highs in the mid 90s to low 100s Wednesday and Thursday. This will pose a moderate to major risk of heat-related illness. * WHERE...Portions of North and North Central Idaho and Central, East Central, North Central, Northeast, and Southeast Washington. * WHEN...Until 9 PM PDT Thursday. * IMPACTS...Hot temperatures may cause heat illnesses. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Wednesday will likely be the hottest day with widespread moderate and major HeatRisk. Limited overnight relief expected across the lower elevations Wednesday and Thursday mornings with low temperatures in the mid 60s to mid 70s.
Air Quality Alert issued July 21 at 12:16PM PDT by NWS Spokane WA
An Air Quality Alert has been issued by the following agencies: Washington Department of Ecology Spokane Regional Clean Air Agency An Air Quality Alert continues for Spokane, Ferry, Lincoln, Okanogan, Pend Oreille, and Stevens Counties, effective immediately through Wednesday, July 22nd at 9 AM, due to current and expected wildfire smoke from regional fires. Particulate matter (PM2.5) levels are expected to range in the Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups and Unhealthy categories. In Eastern Okanogan County near active wildfires, air quality may reach Very Unhealthy to Hazardous levels. When air quality is Unhealthy, everyone should reduce exposure. Limit time outside, avoid strenuous activity, and follow tips for cleaner indoor air.
Air Quality Alert issued July 20 at 12:03PM PDT by NWS Spokane WA
An Air Quality Alert has been issued by the following agencies: Washington Department of Ecology Spokane Regional Clean Air Agency An Air Quality Alert has been issued for Spokane, Ferry, Lincoln, Okanogan, Grant, Pend Oreille, and Stevens Counties, effective immediately through Wednesday, July 22nd at 9 AM, due to current and expected wildfire smoke from regional fires. Particulate matter (PM2.5) levels are expected to range in the Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups and Unhealthy categories. In Eastern Okanogan County near active wildfires, air quality may reach Very Unhealthy to Hazardous levels. When air quality is Unhealthy, everyone should reduce exposure. Limit time outside, avoid strenuous activity, and follow tips for cleaner indoor air.
About
Buck Lake Campground is a small, quiet forested campground offering scenic views of Buck Lake in the Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest. Located at approximately 3,300 feet elevation in the Methow Valley Ranger District, the campground provides a peaceful retreat for campers seeking solitude and lake access near Winthrop, Washington. The campground features a small gravel boat launch adequate for small watercraft such as canoes, kayaks, and small fishing boats. Fishing on Buck Lake is particularly rewarding early in the season, as the lake is stocked. Mountain biking opportunities are also available in the surrounding area. Sites accommodate trailers up to 25 feet in length. This is a primitive campground with vault toilets but no potable water, so campers must bring their own drinking water. There are no trash receptacles; pack-it-in, pack-it-out policies apply. The campground operates on a first-come, first-served basis with on-site payment via Recreation.gov's Scan & Pay system. Campers with limited cell service can download the Recreation.gov app in advance for payment.
Directions
From Winthrop, drive 8 miles north on West Chewuch Road (County Road 1213), turn left onto Eightmile Creek Road (Forest Road 5130), then turn left onto Buck Lake Road (Forest Road 5130-100) and drive about 1.5 miles to the campground.
Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | — |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | — |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | — |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $10 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | 25ft |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | — |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (509) 996-4000 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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