Harlequin Campground
Open first-come, first-served through early July 2026 at no charge with limited services (no trash collection). Reservations required from early July through early September at $20/night via Recreation.gov. Due to December 2025 flood damage at Stehekin Landing, the North Cascades Lodge is not offering public services this season, including showers, food service, or laundry.
Air Quality Alert issued August 10 at 4:33PM PDT by NWS Spokane WA
An Air Quality Alert has been issued by the following agencies: Washington Department of Ecology Colville Confederated Tribes Environmental Protection Agency Spokane Regional Clean Air Agency An Air Quality Alert has been issued for Adams, Asotin, Chelan, Douglas, Ferry, Garfield, Grant, Lincoln, Okanogan, Pend Oreille, Spokane, Stevens, and Whitman Counties until further notice due to current and expected smoke from regional fires. Particulate matter (PM2.5) may reach Very Unhealthy levels for areas directly downwind from active wildfires. Other areas may reach Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups or worse. Intermittent clearing may occur due to windy conditions, but smoke production continues to be significant. When air quality is Unhealthy, everyone should reduce exposure. Limit time outside, avoid strenuous outdoor activity, and follow tips for cleaner indoor air. When air quality is Very Unhealthy, everyone should reduce exposure. Stay inside and filter indoor air to keep it cleaner. Go elsewhere for cleaner air, if needed.
Air Quality Alert issued August 10 at 11:25AM PDT by NWS Spokane WA
An Air Quality Alert has been issued by the following agencies: Washington Department of Ecology Colville Confederated Tribes Environmental Protection Agency Spokane Regional Clean Air Agency An Air Quality Alert has been issued for Adams, Asotin, Chelan, Douglas, Ferry, Garfield, Grant, Lincoln, Okanogan, Pend Oreille, Spokane, Stevens, and Whitman Counties until further notice due to current and expected smoke from regional fires. Critical fire weather this weekend will produce significant smoke from ongoing and emerging fires. Particulate matter (PM2.5) may reach Very Unhealthy levels for areas directly downwind from active wildfires. Other areas may reach Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups or worse. Intermittent clearing may occur due to windy conditions, but smoke production continues to be significant. When air quality is Unhealthy, everyone should reduce exposure. Limit time outside, avoid strenuous outdoor activity, and follow tips for cleaner indoor air. When air quality is Very Unhealthy, everyone should reduce exposure. Stay inside and filter indoor air to keep it cleaner. Go elsewhere for cleaner air, if needed.
About
Harlequin Campground lies in Lake Chelan National Recreation Area along the Stehekin River, 4.5 miles up the Stehekin Valley Road from Stehekin Landing. All seven sites are walk-in only with limited shared parking. The campground features vault toilets, picnic tables at each site, designated fire rings, and animal-resistant food lockers for required food storage. No potable water is available; campers must bring an adequate supply or filter water from the Stehekin River. Stehekin is a remote community with no road access to the outside world. Visitors arrive by passenger ferry on Lake Chelan, float plane, or on foot via wilderness trails. From the campground, hikers can access the Stehekin River Trail, Company Creek Trail, and Rainbow Loop, with connections to longer backcountry routes requiring wilderness permits. Nearby attractions include the 312-foot Rainbow Falls and the historic Buckner Orchard, where visitors can pick apples in autumn. Bears inhabit the area, so proper food storage is mandatory. Late May through June may see high water and potential flooding from spring runoff.
Directions
From Stehekin Landing, head north up Stehekin Valley Road for 4.5 miles. Turn left onto Company Creek Road, which crosses the Stehekin River on Harlequin Bridge. The campground turnoff is the first left after crossing the bridge. Stehekin has no road connections; access is by passenger ferry from Chelan, float plane, or on foot.
Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $0 - $20 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| noca_information@nps.gov | |
| Phone | +1 (360) 854-7200 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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