Stehekin Lakeview Campground
Open first-come, first-served through May 22, 2026. As of March 1, 2026, reservations are managed by Guest Services, Inc. and are no longer available through Recreation.gov. December 2024 debris flows damaged the wastewater treatment plant, resulting in severely limited services at Stehekin Landing: no public facilities, showers, laundry, restaurant, retail, lodging, or gas currently available. The campground has water and vault toilets only during this period.
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.
From Recreation.gov
As of March 1 2026, Purple Point and Lakeview Campgrounds at Stehekin Landing are managed by park concessions Guest Services, Inc and reservations are not available through Recreation.gov.
About
Lakeview Campground sits at the head of Lake Chelan in the Lake Chelan National Recreation Area, part of the North Cascades National Park Complex. The campground is a five-minute walk from the Stehekin Landing boat dock and offers 9 walk-in tent sites. Stehekin is a remote community with no road access; visitors arrive via passenger ferry, private boat, floatplane, or on foot via trails like the Lakeshore Trail. Each campsite has a picnic table, and the campground provides vault toilets year-round with flush toilets and potable water available seasonally. Campfires are not allowed. Food storage lockers are provided due to bear activity in the area. A group backpacker area accommodates PCT thru-hikers and wilderness travelers for single-night stays without separate reservations. From Stehekin, visitors can access numerous trails including the Imus Trail, Purple Creek Trail, and connections to wilderness backpacking routes. Rainbow Falls, a 312-foot waterfall, and the historic Buckner Orchard are nearby attractions. Lake Chelan offers boating and fishing, though swimming is cold at around 45°F.
Directions
There are no roads to Stehekin. Access is by passenger ferry from Chelan or Field's Point Landing, private boat, floatplane, or on foot via trails. Lakeview Campground is a five-minute walk southeast of Stehekin Landing.
Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | No |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | — |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | Yes |
| 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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