Washington / Chelan County / Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest

Chiwawa Horse Camp

Closed — Closed for the season due to snow. Opens late May and typically operates through early October. First-come, first-served only.

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Flood Warning issued March 17 at 9:34PM PDT until March 22 at 11:00PM PDT by NWS Spokane WA

March 17th, 9:34 PM — 11:00 PM

Light to periodically moderate rain is expected for the lower Stehekin Valley this week along with melting snow as temperatures warm into the 40s and 50s. Flows in rivers will increase quickly and reach critical levels. * WHAT...Flooding caused by rain and snowmelt continues for the lower Stehekin Valley. * WHERE...A portion of North Central Washington, including the following county, Chelan. * WHEN...Until 1100 PM PDT Sunday. * IMPACTS...When the Stehekin River gauge hits 19.3 feet, water breaches the river bank. At 20 feet, water inundates some properties and overtops the temporary corduroy bridge. Company Creek Road begins to flood in places at the northern end and Battalion Creek culverts are beginning to be overtopped. At 20.5 feet, water begins to damage Wood Road. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 924 PM PDT, the Stehekin River is at 19.9 feet. River levels will continue to rise through the week with an expected crest of 22.9 feet on Saturday. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood

About

Chiwawa Horse Camp is a specialized equestrian facility located near the confluence of Rock Creek and the Chiwawa River in the Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest. Situated approximately 15 miles up Chiwawa River Road at 2,500 feet elevation, this campground caters specifically to horseback riders and pack animal users exploring the surrounding wilderness. The campground offers 7 spacious pull-through sites designed to accommodate horse trailers and RVs. Each site can host a maximum of 2 vehicles and either 2 tents or 1 RV plus 1 tent. Horse facilities include corrals for stock, and the campground is wheelchair accessible. From this location, riders can access the Basalt Ridge Trail #1527 and Rock Creek Trail #1509, providing entry into hundreds of miles of backcountry trails throughout the Wenatchee National Forest. This is a first-come, first-served facility operating seasonally from late May through early October. The campground features vault toilets but no potable water, so visitors must bring their own drinking water. Payment can be made on-site using the Scan & Pay mobile feature through the Recreation.gov app, though visitors should download the app before arrival due to limited cellular service in the area.

Directions

From Leavenworth, take US-2 West for 15 miles to Coles Corner. Turn right on WA-207 (Lake Wenatchee Highway) and go 4.4 miles. Turn right onto Chiwawa Loop Road. Travel 0.4 miles, then stay right at the intersection. Take the second left onto Chiwawa River Road (Forest Road 6200) and follow for about 15 miles to the campground.