Rock Creek Campground
Currently closed for the season. The Chiwawa River Road (FR 6200) is listed with early season conditions as of mid-May 2026. This campground typically opens after snowmelt allows road access, generally late May to early June depending on conditions.
Heat Advisory issued July 20 at 9:21PM PDT until July 23 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 and Thursday. This will pose a moderate to major risk of heat-related illness. * WHERE...Portions of North and North Central Idaho and Central, East Central, North Central, Northeast, and Southeast Washington. * WHEN...From 11 AM Tuesday to 9 PM PDT Thursday. * IMPACTS...Hot temperatures may cause heat illnesses. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Wednesday will likely be the hottest day with widespread moderate and major HeatRisk. Moderate and locally major HeatRisk continue into Thursday. Limited overnight relief expected across the lower elevations Wednesday and Thursday mornings with low temperatures in the mid 60s to mid 70s. Smoke from area wildfires may end up affecting how hot high temperatures get.
About
Rock Creek Campground occupies a scenic location along Rock Creek near its confluence with the Chiwawa River in Washington's Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest. At 2,500 feet elevation and 20 miles up the Chiwawa River drainage from Lake Wenatchee, this remote campground serves as a gateway to the surrounding wilderness. The campground provides direct trailhead access to both Rock Creek Trail and Estes Butte Trail, making it a strategic basecamp for day hiking adventures in the Cascades. The setting along the creek offers a peaceful backcountry atmosphere. Facilities are intentionally primitive, featuring only vault toilets with no potable water available. Campers must bring all their own drinking water and should be prepared for limited to no cellular service in this remote valley. The campground operates on a first-come, first-served basis with payment available via the Recreation.gov Scan and Pay mobile feature for those who download the app before arrival.
Directions
From Leavenworth, head southwest on US-2 West for 15 miles. Turn right onto WA-207 North and go 4.4 miles. Go 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 14.6 miles to the campground.
Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | — |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | — |
| Wifi | — |
| Pets Allowed | — |
| Showers | — |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | — |
| Price | $22 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | 30ft |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (509) 664-9200 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
Availability
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