Chiwawa Horse Camp
Currently closed for the season. Campgrounds in the Chiwawa River corridor are affected by storm-damaged roads. Seasonal opening dates vary based on snow and road conditions.
Flood Warning issued May 21 at 12:14PM PDT by NWS Spokane WA
...The Flood Warning continues for the following rivers in Washington... Stehekin River at Stehekin affecting Chelan County. For the Stehekin River...including Stehekin...Minor flooding is forecast. * WHAT...Minor flooding is occurring and forecast to continue. * WHERE...Stehekin River at Stehekin. * WHEN...Until further notice. * 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 11:30 AM PDT Thursday the stage was 20.7 feet. - Bankfull stage is 19.5 feet. - Recent Activity...The maximum river stage in the 24 hours ending at 11:30 AM PDT Thursday was 20.8 feet. - Forecast...The river is expected to rise to a crest of 21.8 feet Sunday afternoon. - Flood stage is 20.5 feet. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
About
Chiwawa Horse Camp sits at 2,500 feet elevation near the confluence of Rock Creek and the Chiwawa River, roughly 15 miles up the Chiwawa River Road from Lake Wenatchee. The campground caters specifically to equestrians, with 7 long pull-through spurs that can accommodate horse trailers. From camp, riders can access Basalt Ridge Trail #1527 and Rock Creek Trail #1509 for backcountry exploration. The campground operates on a first-come, first-served basis with no advance reservations. Sites cost $22 per night with an $11 fee for additional vehicles. A maximum of 2 vehicles per site is permitted, along with either 2 tents or 1 RV plus 1 tent. Interagency Senior and Access pass holders receive a 50% discount on the occupied site fee. Payment can be made via the Recreation.gov mobile app's Scan and Pay feature, though visitors should download the app before arrival as cellular service may be limited. Facilities include vault toilets and wheelchair-accessible features, but potable water is not available. Campers should bring adequate water supplies. The campground typically operates seasonally and may be affected by snow or road conditions at higher elevations.
Directions
From Leavenworth, take US-2 North for 15 miles to Coles Corner. Turn right on WA-207 (Lake Wenatchee Highway) and drive 4.4 miles. Turn right onto Chiwawa Loop Road and travel 0.4 miles, staying right at the intersection. Take the second left onto Chiwawa River Road (Forest Road 6200) and follow for approximately 15 miles to the campground.
Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | — |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | — |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $22 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | — |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (509) 548-2550 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
Useful Links
| View on Recreation.gov | |
| USFS Chiwawa Horse Camp |
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