Domke Lake Campground
Closed — Closed to overnight camping indefinitely due to hazard trees from the 2015 Wolverine Fire. Day use is permitted. The closure is enforced by Forest Order #06170217994 signed January 18, 2017.
Flood Warning issued March 17 at 9:34PM PDT until March 22 at 11:00PM PDT by NWS Spokane WA
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
Domke Lake Campground is a primitive backcountry destination in the Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest, accessible only by combining boat travel on Lake Chelan with a 3-mile hike. Visitors boat to Lucerne Landing, approximately 40 miles north of Chelan or 21 miles from Twenty-Five Mile Creek State Park, then hike the Domke Lake Trail #1280, which gains elevation and offers vista points at the half-mile and 1-mile marks. The trail leads to three small hike-in campgrounds around Domke Lake, historically offering a total of eight tent-only sites. The area sees light use due to its remote location. The campground is surrounded by forest that was impacted by the 2015 Wolverine Fire, which left standing hazard trees throughout the area. Water must be treated or filtered from the lake or nearby sources. The remote setting provides solitude in a scenic alpine lake environment, though visitors must be prepared for primitive conditions and the physical demands of both the boat access and substantial hiking required to reach the site.
Directions
From Chelan, boat approximately 40 miles north to Lucerne Landing (no road access). Alternatively, from Twenty-Five Mile Creek State Park, boat approximately 21 miles north. The Lady of the Lake provides passenger ferry service from Chelan to Lucerne. From Lucerne Landing, hike Railroad Creek Road #3100 for approximately 0.5 miles to Domke Lake Trail #1280 trailhead, then hike 3 miles uphill to the lake.
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Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | — |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $0 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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