Finner Creek
Closed for the season. Campgrounds along Chiwawa River Road typically open in late May or early June depending on snow and road conditions.
Red Flag Warning issued July 22 at 2:12PM PDT until July 24 at 2:00AM PDT by NWS Spokane WA
...RED FLAG WARNING FOR THUNDERSTORMS THURSDAY, FIRE WEATHER WATCHES FOR WINDS AND LOW HUMIDITY FRIDAY AND SATURDAY... A ridge breakdown pattern will first bring an elevated threat for mountain thunderstorms across portions of central and north- central Washington tonight into Thursday night. Drier weather arrives Friday and Saturday, though winds will become increasingly gusty with critical fire weather conditions likely. The National Weather Service in Spokane has issued a Red Flag Warning for abundant lightning, which is in effect from 2 AM Thursday to 2 AM PDT Friday. * Affected Area: East Washington Central Cascades (Zone 696), East Portion of North Cascades National Park/Lake Chelan National Recreation Area (Zone 697) and East Washington North Cascades (Zone 698). * Winds: Northwest 10 to 15 mph with gusts up to 25 mph Thursday. * Timing: A 5 to 15% chance of lightning overnight Wednesday night, with a 30% chance Thursday afternoon into Thursday night. * Lightning: A 10 to 15% chance of lightning overnight Wednesday night, with a 30% chance Thursday afternoon into Thursday night. * Impacts: New fire starts from lightning Thursday. New and existing fires could be impacted by gusty outflow winds.
Heat Advisory issued July 22 at 11:25AM PDT until July 23 at 9:00PM PDT by NWS Spokane WA
* WHAT...Hot temperatures with daytime highs in the mid 90s to low 100s today and Thursday. This will pose a moderate to major risk of heat-related illness. * WHERE...Portions of North and North Central Idaho, as well as portions of Central and Eastern Washington. * WHEN...Until 9 PM PDT Thursday. * IMPACTS...Hot temperatures may cause heat illnesses. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Limited overnight relief expected across the lower elevations Thursday morning with low temperatures in the mid 60s to mid 70s.
Air Quality Alert issued July 22 at 12:55PM PDT by NWS Spokane WA
An Air Quality Alert has been issued by the following agencies: Washington Department of Ecology Colville Confederated Tribes Spokane Regional Clean Air Agency An Air Quality Alert has been issued for Chelan, Douglas, Garfield, and Asotin Counties and continues for Spokane, Whitman, Adams, Ferry, Lincoln, Okanogan, Grant, Adams, Whitman, Pend Oreille, and Stevens Counties, through Friday, July 24th at 11 AM, due to current and expected wildfire smoke from regional fires. Particulate matter (PM2.5) levels are expected to range in the Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups and Unhealthy categories. In Eastern Okanogan County near active wildfires, air quality may reach Very Unhealthy to Hazardous levels. When air quality is Unhealthy, everyone should reduce exposure. Limit time outside, avoid strenuous activity, and follow tips for cleaner indoor air.
About
Finner Creek Campground is a small, lightly used campground tucked along Finner Creek near the Chiwawa River in the Wenatchee River Ranger District of the Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest. With just three sites, it provides a quiet, secluded camping experience for those seeking solitude and access to the surrounding wilderness. The campground sits at 2,450 feet elevation and serves as a trailhead for hiking and equestrian trails. Amenities are basic but functional: vault toilets and potable water available from a hand pump. Each site accommodates up to 2 tents or 1 RV and 1 tent, with a maximum of 2 vehicles per site. The campground is first-come, first-served only with no advance reservations. On-site payment is available via the Recreation.gov mobile app's Scan and Pay feature, though visitors should download the app before arrival due to limited cell service in the area. The campground is accessed via Chiwawa River Road, approximately 15 miles from the Chiwawa Loop Road turnoff. The road is unpaved and may be rough in sections. Interagency Senior/Access pass holders receive a 50% discount on the single site fee.
Directions
From Leavenworth, travel west on US-2 to Coles Corner. Turn right onto WA-207 for 4 miles and then right onto Chiwawa Loop Road. Follow signs for Chiwawa River Road and take it 15 miles to the campground.
Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | — |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | — |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | — |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $22 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | 30ft |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
Useful Links
| View on Recreation.gov | |
| USFS - Finner Creek Campground |
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