Washington / Chelan County / Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest

Finner Creek

Closed — Closed for the season due to winter conditions. Typically opens late spring or early summer depending on snowmelt and road access.

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Winter Storm Warning issued April 13 at 11:07AM PDT until April 15 at 5:00AM PDT by NWS Spokane WA

11:07 AM — April 14th, 2:00 AM

* WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations 6 to 12 inches for elevations above 3500 feet. Snow accumulations up to 3 inches for elevations below 3500 feet. Winds gusting as high as 35 mph. * WHERE...Stevens Pass, Holden Village, and Stehekin. * WHEN...From 11 AM Tuesday to 5 AM PDT Wednesday. * IMPACTS...Travel will be difficult. Expect winter driving conditions.

Flood Warning issued April 13 at 10:59AM PDT until April 14 at 6:30AM PDT by NWS Spokane WA

10:59 AM — 11:00 PM

...The Flood Warning remains in effect for the following rivers in Washington... Stehekin River at Stehekin affecting Chelan County. For the Stehekin River...including Stehekin...Minor flooding is forecast. * WHAT...Minor flooding is occurring and minor flooding is forecast. * WHERE...Stehekin River at Stehekin. * WHEN...Until tomorrow morning. * IMPACTS...At 20.5 feet, water inundates some properties and overtops the temporary corduroy bridge. Company Creek Road inundated at northern end. Battalion Creek culverts are beginning to be overtopped. Water begins damaging Wood Road. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 10:30 AM PDT Monday the stage was 20.6 feet. - Bankfull stage is 19.5 feet. - Recent Activity...The maximum river stage in the 24 hours ending at 10:30 AM PDT Monday was 20.7 feet. - Forecast...The river is expected to fall below flood stage early Tuesday morning and continue to remain in bankfull stage into early next week. - Flood stage is 20.5 feet. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood

About

Finner Creek Campground is a small, intimate camping destination located along Finner Creek near the Chiwawa River in the Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest. Situated 17 miles from Lake Wenatchee at 2,450 feet elevation, this lightly-used campground offers approximately 3 campsites in a forested valley setting. The campground provides convenient trailhead access for hikers and equestrians exploring the surrounding wilderness. Operating on a first-come, first-served basis, campers can pay onsite using the Recreation.gov mobile app Scan & Pay feature, though cash or check may also be accepted. Each site can accommodate up to 2 vehicles, with a maximum of 2 tents or 1 RV and 1 tent per site. The campground is suitable for RVs and trailers up to 30 feet in length. Basic amenities include vault toilets and potable water available from a hand pump. The campground's location along Finner Creek provides a peaceful setting for those seeking a quieter camping experience away from more developed facilities. Access is via the Chiwawa River Road, which transitions from paved to gravel as it heads into the forest.

Directions

From Leavenworth, travel west on US-2 to Coles Corner. Turn right onto WA-207 for 4 miles, then right onto Chiwawa Loop Road. Follow signs for Chiwawa River Road and continue 15 miles to the campground.