East Kachess Group Site
Currently closed for the season. Opens May 22, 2026. Reservation required via Recreation.gov. Forest Road 4818 access is primitive. No potable water available on-site.
Air Quality Alert issued August 10 at 9:49AM PDT by NWS Pendleton OR
The have issued an Air Quality Alert until 11 AM PDT Thursday. An Air Quality Alert has been issued for Benton, Columbia, Franklin, Kittitas, Klickitat, Walla Walla and Yakima Counties until further notice due to expected wildfire smoke from regional fires. Expect some clearing out and intermittent good air quality but with significant fires on the landscape conditions can worsen quickly to unhealthy air. Be sure to check air monitors in your area before outdoor activities. People can take the following precautions to protect their health: * Follow local burn restrictions to prevent deteriorating air quality. * Avoid strenuous outdoor activity in smoky conditions. * People with heart or lung problems and young children are especially vulnerable. These people should stay indoors while smoke levels are high. * Use certified High Efficiency Particulate Air (HEPA) filters in indoor heating ventilation, cooling, and air purification systems. * Avoid using wood-burning stoves and other sources of indoor smoke if possible. Information from the Washington Department of Ecology web site is available at http://www.ecy.wa.gov/air.html or call 360-407-6000. Information from the Yakima Regional Clean Air Agency web site is available at http://www.yakimacleanair.org or call 509-834-2050. Information from the Benton County Clean Air Agency web site is available at http://www.bentoncleanair.org or call 509-783-1304.
Air Quality Alert issued August 5 at 2:33PM PDT by NWS Pendleton OR
The Washington State Department of Ecology, Benton Clean Air Agency, and the Yakima Regional Clean Air Agency have issued an Air Quality Alert until further notice. For the Smoke Air Quality Alert, wildfires burning in the region combined with forecasted conditions will cause air quality to reach unhealthy levels. Pollutants in smoke can cause burning eyes, runny nose, aggravate heart and lung diseases, and aggravate other serious health problems. Limit outdoor activities and keep children indoors if it is smoky. Please follow medical advice if you have a heart or lung condition. Information from the Washington Department of Ecology web site is available at http://www.ecy.wa.gov/air.html or call 360-407-6000. Information from the Yakima Regional Clean Air Agency web site is available at http://www.yakimacleanair.org or call 509-834-2050. Information from the Benton County Clean Air Agency web site is available at http://www.bentoncleanair.org or call 509-783-1304.
About
East Kachess Group Site is a secluded group campground nestled on the eastern shore of Kachess Lake in the Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest. Hemmed in by dense old-growth conifer forest and surrounded by high Cascade peaks, the campground offers an ideal setting for large groups and family gatherings seeking both recreation and relaxation at 2,300 feet elevation. The single group site accommodates up to 100 people and 25 vehicles, making it well-suited for organized groups, reunions, or corporate retreats. Amenities include picnic tables, campfire rings with grills, and vault toilets. No potable water is available, so all campers must bring their own supply. Kachess Lake provides excellent opportunities for fishing rainbow trout, cutthroat trout, and kokanee salmon from boat or shoreline. The area serves as a prime base camp for hiking, swimming, and mountain biking in summer and early fall. The Pacific Crest Trail is accessible from nearby trailheads. Access is via Forest Road 4818, a primitive road requiring careful navigation.
Directions
Take exit 70 off I-90 (13 miles west of Cle Elum). Travel 1 mile to Forest Road 4818, then 5 miles to the group site. Note that FR 4818 is a primitive road.
Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | — |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $65 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 30ft |
| Max Trailer Length | 30ft |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (509) 852-1100 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | Yes |
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