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.
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.
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.
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Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | No |
| Water Hookups | No |
| Sewer Hookups | No |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $22 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | Yes |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (509) 664-9200 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
Useful Links
| View on Recreation.gov |
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