North Fork Chewelah Dispersed Site
Open year-round with no reservations or fees required. Maximum stay is 14 consecutive days. During winter (December 1 through March 31), a Washington State Sno-Park permit is required. Current fire danger is Low.
Alcohol Prohibitions
This Order describes acts that are prohibited upon lands, roads and trails within the National Forest System administered by the Forest Service Pacific Northwest Region in regards to alcoholic beverages.
Aquatic Invasive Species
This Order prohibits 1) possessing, storing, or transporting any aquatic invasive animal species AND 2) prohibits possessing, storing, or transporting any aquatic or riparian invasive plant species - on National Forest System lands in the Pacific Northwest Region as specified in the Order.
Restrictions on Use of Forage and Mulch Products
This Order prohibits unloading, storing, or using any straw, hay, grain, seed, or other forage or mulch products that are not state-certified weed free on the National Forest System lands, roads or trails in any Closure Area as specific in the Order. Some examples of these include hay bales, hay…
Fireworks and Explosives are always Prohibited
Fireworks and explosives (including explosive targets) are always prohibited on national forest lands. The prohibition of fireworks and exploding targets on national forest system lands is part of a set of permanent fire safety regulations in the Code of Federal Regulations (CFR), listed below.…
Food Storage Order
The goal of this special order is to minimize the potential for bears and other wildlife to access human foods. Animals that have repeatedly obtained unsecured human foods can learn to associate the presence of humans with a food reward and begin to lose their natural fear of man. This can lead to…
Tacoma Creek Spur Road Closure
For public safety and resource protection forest road closures are in place in the Tacoma Creek Fire area.
Occupancy and Use / Camping Restrictions Order
Camping is prohibited for more than 14 consecutive days in one location and more than 28 calendar days annually within the Colville National Forest.
Aquatic Invasive Species Order
This order prohibits possessing, storing, or transporting any aquatic invasive animal species on the national Forest System lands in the Pacific Northwest Region.
About
North Fork Chewelah Dispersed Site occupies a spacious meadow along the North Fork of Chewelah Creek at approximately 2,590 feet elevation in Washington's Colville National Forest. This versatile recreation area serves multiple user groups: OHV enthusiasts, equestrians, anglers, and hunters during warmer months, and snowmobilers in winter when the site functions as a Sno-Park with access to 67 miles of groomed trails. As a dispersed camping area, the site provides basic amenities including a vault toilet and one picnic table located at the far side of the recreation area. Campfires are permitted in developed fire rings only. There is no potable water; campers must treat or filter water from nearby sources. Pets are allowed but must be under voice command or on leash. The area offers access to approximately 8 miles of the North Fork on National Forest lands, with fishable tributaries throughout. Standard dispersed camping rules apply: 14-day maximum stay, quiet hours from 10 p.m. to 6 a.m., and proper food storage required. A Washington State Sno-Park permit is required from December 1 through March 31.
Directions
From the Three Rivers Ranger District Office, take Meyers St to US-395 S. Follow US-395 S to Sand Canyon Road in 33 miles. Take a left onto Sand Canyon Road. Stay on Sand Canyon Road for 7.2 miles. Park at the signed area on the right.
Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $0 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | — |
| Pull Through Sites | — |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (509) 684-7000 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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