Stehekin Lakeview Campground
Open — Open year-round. First-come, first-served and free from mid-September to late May with vault toilets only and no water or trash service. Reservable late May through mid-September at $20 per night with flush toilets, potable water, and trash collection available. Campfires are prohibited.
Perry Fire
The Perry Fire is an active wildfire west of Ross Lake. Area, trail, and camp closures are in effect. Take precautions when recreating outdoors when heavy smoke is present.
Campfires Banned in All Portions of North Cascades National Park Service Complex
Effective Thursday, July 3, campfires or the ignition of wood, briquettes, or any fuel in fire pits, fire pans, and barbeque grills, are banned in all portions of the North Cascades National Park Service Complex.
Cascade River Road Detour Alert
The Skagit River Marblemount Bridge will be closed for repairs September 2-16 and Cascade River Road will not be accessible from Marblemount. Visitors must use a detour route on SR 530 and the Rockport Cascade Road to access areas on Cascade River Road.
Park Access along State Route 20 Affected by Upcoming Closures
There are upcoming temporary trailhead closures on popular areas within Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest along State Route 20 from August 18-September 25 which affects park access.
Stehekin Flash Flood and Debris Flow Area
The Stehekin area is prone to flooding, which increases in a post-fire environment. Know before you go – visit the Post Fire Safety page for information on what to do in a flash flood and debris flow area
Fire Closures - Trail, Area, and Camp Closures
For closures due to fire activity visit the Fire Closures page, including trail, area, and camp closures for current and post fire conditions.
Be Aware of Break-ins along State Route 20
Prevent smashed windows and theft. Break-ins are not uncommon at trailheads along State Route 20. Remove your valuables and electronics and take associated electronic cords.
Hozomeen Gate Remains Closed
Until further notice, the gate at Hozomeen will remain closed; vehicle and foot traffic across the US/Canada border is prohibited. Visitors must enter through a designated port of entry.
Diablo Lake Boat Launch Inaccessible to Powerboats
Due to silt accumulation, the Diablo Lake boat launch at Colonial Creek South Campground is not usable for launching most powerboats. Expect shallow or no water at the launch ramp and the possibility of needing to carry your boat to or from the water.
Smoke from Wildfires May Affect Air Quality
Smoke from wildfires is to be expected with active fires across the region.Take precautions when recreating outdoors when heavy smoke is present.
Air Stagnation Advisory issued December 29 at 11:45AM PST until January 1 at 12:00PM PST by NWS Spokane WA
* WHAT...Stagnant conditions will have potential to trap pollutants near the ground with deteriorated air quality. * WHERE...Portions of North and North Central Idaho and North Central, Northeast, and Southeast Washington. * WHEN...Until noon PST Thursday. * IMPACTS...Periods of air stagnation can lead to the buildup of pollutants near the surface.
From Recreation.gov
The Stehekin area is prone to flooding, which increases in a post-fire environment. Know before you go - check the forecast prior to your trip for outlooks and messages from the National Weather Service. Be very aware of your surroundings, follow warning signs, and pay particular attention to debris flow areas. [**Post Fire Safety**][1] [1]: https://www.nps.gov/noca/planyourvisit/post-fire-safety.htm
About
Lakeview Campground is located in the remote Stehekin Valley at the head of Lake Chelan within the Lake Chelan National Recreation Area. Stehekin is completely roadless and can only be reached by passenger ferry, private boat, plane, or on foot, making it one of the most isolated campgrounds in Washington. The campground is a five-minute walk from Stehekin Landing along a hilly gravel and dirt trail. All nine sites are walk-in tent sites without vehicle access. Each site features a picnic table and food storage locker for bear safety. The campground includes a designated group space for PCT hikers with valid PCTA permits or backpackers using it for one night before or after wilderness trips. During peak season, flush toilets, potable water, and trash collection are available. The east side of the Cascades enjoys drier, warmer summers than the west side, with temperatures reaching the 90s. Trail access from the campground includes the Imus Trail, Purple Creek Trail, and Lakeshore Trail. Additional trails further up the valley are reachable by foot, bike, or shuttle bus. The area serves as a major entry point for multi-day backpacking trips into the North Cascades backcountry. Other nearby attractions include the historic Buckner Orchard and Rainbow Falls, a 312-foot waterfall. Lake Chelan offers boating and fishing opportunities, though swimming means braving 45-degree water. The North Cascades Lodge at Stehekin Landing has limited groceries, a restaurant, and public showers and laundry facilities.
Directions
There are no roads connecting Stehekin to the rest of Washington. Access is only via foot, boat, or plane. Passenger ferry service operates on Lake Chelan, or visitors may bring their own boat and moor at public docks with a federal dock permit. From Stehekin Landing, the campground is a five-minute walk southeast along a hilly gravel and dirt trail.
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Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | No |
| 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 (509) 699-2080 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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