Nice Campground
Open for camping. Fire danger in the Methow Valley is currently rated Low. No potable water is available; campers must bring their own water and pack out all trash. Maximum stay is 14 days.
Heat Advisory issued July 20 at 11:50AM PDT until July 22 at 9:00PM PDT by NWS Spokane WA
* WHAT...Hot temperatures with daytime highs in the mid 90s to near 100 degrees Tuesday, and upper 90s to low 100s Wednesday. * WHERE...Portions of the Idaho Panhandle and Central and Eastern Washington. * WHEN...From 9 AM Tuesday to 9 PM PDT Wednesday. * IMPACTS...Hot temperatures may cause heat illnesses. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Wednesday will likely be the hottest day this week, though additional heat advisories may be needed on Thursday. Limited overnight relief expected across the lower elevations Tuesday night into Wednesday morning with low temperatures in the mid 60s to mid 70s.
Air Quality Alert issued July 20 at 12:33PM PDT by NWS Spokane WA
An Air Quality Alert has been issued by the following agencies: Washington Department of Ecology Spokane Regional Clean Air Agency An Air Quality Alert continues for Spokane, Ferry, Lincoln, Okanogan, Pend Oreille, and Stevens Counties, effective immediately through Wednesday, July 22nd at 9 AM, due to current and expected wildfire smoke from regional fires. Particulate matter (PM2.5) levels are expected to range in the Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups and Unhealthy categories. In Eastern Okanogan County near active wildfires, air quality may reach Very Unhealthy to Hazardous levels. When air quality is Unhealthy, everyone should reduce exposure. Limit time outside, avoid strenuous activity, and follow tips for cleaner indoor air.
Air Quality Alert issued July 20 at 12:33PM PDT by NWS Spokane WA
An Air Quality Alert has been issued by the following agencies: Washington Department of Ecology Spokane Regional Clean Air Agency An Air Quality Alert continues for Spokane, Ferry, Lincoln, Okanogan, Pend Oreille, and Stevens Counties, effective immediately through Wednesday, July 22nd at 9 AM, due to current and expected wildfire smoke from regional fires. Particulate matter (PM2.5) levels are expected to range in the Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups and Unhealthy categories. In Eastern Okanogan County near active wildfires, air quality may reach Very Unhealthy to Hazardous levels. When air quality is Unhealthy, everyone should reduce exposure. Limit time outside, avoid strenuous activity, and follow tips for cleaner indoor air.
About
Nice Campground sits at 2,700 feet elevation in the Methow Valley Ranger District of the Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest. The site was heavily impacted by the 2021 Cub Creek fire and is now characterized by an open, sunny landscape with native shrubs and grasses naturally regenerating. This transformation has created a unique camping experience different from the typical forested USFS campgrounds. The campground serves as a good base for small groups looking to explore the surrounding area via trails or quiet scenic drives on forest roads. It offers basic amenities including vault toilets and picnic tables, though campers must bring their own drinking water and pack out all trash. The light usage level makes it an appealing option for those seeking solitude. Access is via West Chewuch Road north of Winthrop, then onto paved Eight Mile Road along Eightmile Creek. Payment is handled through a mobile Scan & Pay system.
Directions
From Winthrop, travel 8 miles north on West Chewuch Road (County Road 1213) to Eight Mile Road (Forest Service Road 5130). Drive 3 miles northwest on paved Eight Mile Road along Eightmile Creek to Nice Campground on the left.
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 | $15 - $40 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | — |
| Pull Through Sites | — |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (509) 664-9200 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
Useful Links
| USFS Nice Campground Page | |
| Okanogan-Wenatchee NF Alerts |
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