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Phelps Creek Campground

Closed

The campground is currently closed for the season. Phelps Creek Campground typically operates during summer months when Chiwawa River Road is passable. The 12-mile gravel/dirt section of access road remains closed due to seasonal conditions.

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Air Quality Alert issued August 9 at 1:47PM PDT by NWS Spokane WA

1:47 PM — August 10th, 2:00 PM

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

Phelps Creek Campground is a remote, primitive camping destination nestled near the confluence of Phelps Creek and the Chiwawa River in the Wenatchee River Ranger District. The campground offers 13 total sites: 7 standard tent sites and 6 equestrian sites, making it a popular staging area for horseback riding adventures and backpacking trips into the surrounding wilderness. Situated at 2,750 feet elevation, the campground provides access to Phelps Creek Trail and the backcountry beyond. Facilities are limited to vault toilets; there is no potable water available, so campers must bring their own supply. Sites accommodate a maximum vehicle/trailer length of 30 feet, and each site allows up to 2 vehicles maximum with either 2 tents or 1 RV and 1 tent. Reaching the campground requires driving approximately 22 miles on Chiwawa River Road (Forest Road 6200) from Highway 207. The final 12 miles are rough gravel and dirt, unsuitable for low clearance vehicles. Payment is handled on-site via the Recreation.gov mobile app Scan and Pay system.

Directions

From Leavenworth, head north on US-2 West for 15 miles. Turn right on WA-207 North and continue 4.4 miles. Turn right on Chiwawa Loop Road and stay right at the intersection. Take the second left onto Chiwawa River Road/Forest Road 6200 and follow it for about 22 miles. The road becomes gravel/dirt at the 11-mile point; continue another 12 miles to the campground. The final 12 miles are very rough and not suitable for low clearance vehicles.