South Creek Campground
The campground is open for the season. Forest Road 4440 has several washouts and is not recommended for trailers or low clearance vehicles. All vehicles should proceed with caution at their own risk. First-come first-served only with on-site Scan and Pay available via the Recreation.gov app.
Heat Advisory issued July 21 at 10:05PM PDT until July 23 at 9:00PM PDT by NWS Spokane WA
* WHAT...Hot temperatures with daytime highs in the mid 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...Until 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. Limited overnight relief expected across the lower elevations Wednesday and Thursday mornings with low temperatures in the mid 60s to mid 70s.
Air Quality Alert issued July 21 at 12:16PM 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 12:03PM 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 has been issued for Spokane, Ferry, Lincoln, Okanogan, Grant, 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
South Creek Campground offers a quiet, primitive camping experience at 3,100 feet elevation in the Methow Valley region of the Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest. With only four campsites, this small campground sits near the confluence of South Creek and the Twisp River, surrounded by forested terrain that provides access to some of the best hiking in the Lake Chelan-Sawtooth Wilderness. The campground serves as an excellent staging area for backcountry exploration. From here, hikers can access the Twisp River Trail 440 as well as the South Creek Trail 401 and nearby Scatter Creek Trail 427, both of which lead into the wilderness. The area also offers opportunities for bicycling, scenic drives, horseback riding, and stream fishing. Facilities are basic: vault toilets and picnic tables are provided, but there is no potable water and no trash service. Campers must filter or treat water from nearby sources and pack out all trash following Leave No Trace principles. Each site accommodates a maximum of 2 vehicles and either 2 tents or 1 RV with 1 tent. The access road (Forest Road 4440) has several washouts and is not recommended for trailers or low clearance vehicles.
Directions
From Twisp, drive west on paved Twisp River Road (County Road 9114) for 12 miles until it becomes paved Forest Service Road 44. Continue straight on FS Road 44 for 5 miles until the road turns to gravel and becomes Forest Service Road 4440. Continue straight on FS Road 4440 for an additional 4 miles to South Creek Campground (22 miles total from Twisp).
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 | $10 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | — |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (509) 996-4000 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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