Lone Fir Campground
The campground is currently closed for the season but should be opening soon. Highway 20 eastern section reopened April 30, 2026. The western section between Porcupine Creek and Diablo Lake remains closed for emergency repairs with full highway reopening expected by late June 2026. Lone Fir typically operates from late May through November when Highway 20 is open.
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
Lone Fir Campground sits in a forested setting surrounded by mountain scenery along Early Winters Creek on Washington's North Cascades Scenic Highway. At 3,600 feet elevation and 27 miles northwest of Winthrop, the campground provides a convenient base for exploring the Methow Valley and North Cascades region. Direct access to Lone Fir Trail #535 starts from the campground, and Cutthroat Creek Trail #483 is nearby. The campground features vault toilets but no potable water, so campers must bring their own water supply. Sites accommodate up to 2 tents or 1 RV and 1 tent, with a maximum of 2 vehicles per site. This is a popular overnight spot for bicyclists traveling the North Cascades Highway. Early Winters Creek is closed to fishing per Washington State regulations. Lone Fir operates seasonally, opening when Highway 20 clears of snow in late spring and closing when the highway shuts down for winter, typically in late November or early December. All sites are first-come, first-served with no advance reservations available. The maximum stay is 14 days.
Directions
From Winthrop, travel 27 miles northwest on North Cascades Scenic Highway 20. Turn left into Lone Fir Campground along Early Winters Creek.
Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | — |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | — |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $20 - $30 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | — |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (509) 664-9200 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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