Schaefer Creek
Closed — Closed for winter. Typically operates May through September, though the 2025 season ended early on July 18 due to a forest order closing all Chiwawa Road campgrounds.
Air Stagnation Advisory issued December 29 at 11:45AM PST until January 1 at 12:00PM PST by NWS Spokane WA
* WHAT...Stagnant conditions will have potential to trap pollutants near the ground with deteriorated air quality. * WHERE...Portions of North and North Central Idaho and North Central, Northeast, and Southeast Washington. * WHEN...Until noon PST Thursday. * IMPACTS...Periods of air stagnation can lead to the buildup of pollutants near the surface.
About
Schaefer Creek Campground is located along the Chiwawa River in the Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest, approximately 21 miles from Lake Wenatchee. This small, valley-floor campground offers 10 single sites in a lightly-used setting surrounded by forest. River access is available directly at the campground for fishing and water recreation. The campground is accessible via Chiwawa River Road/Forest Road 6200 and is restricted to vehicles and trailers up to 30 feet maximum. All sites are available on a first-come, first-served basis only, with no advance reservations accepted. Payment can be made on-site by scanning a QR code using the Recreation.gov mobile app. An extra vehicle fee of $10 per night applies. Campers should come prepared as no potable water is available at the campground. Vault toilets are provided. The remote location means cellular service may be limited or unavailable, so download the Recreation.gov app before arrival if planning to use the scan-and-pay feature.
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 about 15 miles.
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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 | $22 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 30ft |
| Max Trailer Length | 30ft |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (661) 702-1420 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
Useful Links
| View on Recreation.gov |
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