Lake Creek Campground - Entiat River

About

Lake Creek Campground occupies a scenic stretch along the Entiat River in the Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest, about 27 miles up the Entiat River Road from Highway 97A. At 2,200 feet elevation, the open forest setting provides ample sunshine and views of the river as it cascades down the valley toward the Columbia. The campground supports deer, bears, coyotes, and spawning salmon and steelhead. The 18 campsites are split evenly between reservable (via Recreation.gov) and first-come, first-served. Each site includes a fire ring and picnic table. Two vault toilets and two hand-pump wells with potable water serve the campground, along with garbage service. No hookups, showers, or dump stations are available. Maximum trailer length is 25 feet, and the access road is narrow with limited passing areas. Three trails depart directly from the campground for hiking, mountain biking, dirt biking, and horseback riding. The Silver Falls National Recreation Trail is a short drive upriver and offers a 1.5-mile loop to spectacular waterfalls. The Entiat River Trailhead, approximately 12 miles further, provides access to the Glacier Peak Wilderness for backpackers and horse riders.

Directions

From Wenatchee, WA, travel north on US-97A for 14.4 miles to Entiat. Just after the bridge, turn left onto Entiat River Road (County Road #19) and travel 27.4 miles to Lake Creek Campground on the left. County Road #19 becomes Forest Road 51 at mile 27. From Chelan, WA, travel south on US-97A for 19.3 miles to Entiat, turn right just before the bridge onto Entiat River Road, and continue 27.4 miles to the campground.