South Navarre Campground
Open for camping, first-come-first-served with no reservations. No potable water available. Campers must bring their own water and pack out all trash. Motorized use on nearby trails is limited to trail bikes.
Red Flag Warning issued August 11 at 11:29PM PDT until August 12 at 11:00PM PDT by NWS Spokane WA
A weather system will move through the area on Wednesday, bringing scattered showers and thunderstorms to the region. These thunderstorms will mainly be focused along the eastern slopes of the Cascades and along the International Border. Lightning strikes will have the potential to start new wildfires, and gusty and erratic outflow winds could cause dangerous conditions around new and existing wildfires. * Affected Area: Northern and Central Idaho Panhandle (Zone 101), East Washington Central Cascades (Zone 696), East Portion of North Cascades National Park/Lake Chelan National Recreation Area (Zone 697), East Washington North Cascades (Zone 698), Okanogan Highlands and Kettle Mountains (Zone 699), Selkirk Mountains of Northeast Washington (Zone 700), Foothills of Northeast Washington (Zone 701), Colville Reservation (Zone 702), Okanogan Valley (Zone 703), Methow Valley (Zone 704), Foothills of Central Washington Cascades (Zone 705) and Waterville Plateau (Zone 706). * Thunderstorms: Scattered showers and thunderstorms will be possible late morning through late evening Wednesday. * Outflow Winds: Gusty and erratic outflow winds up to 40 mph will be possible. * Impacts: Lightning strikes will have the potential to start new fires, and gusty and erratic outflow winds could cause dangerous conditions around new and existing wildfires.
Air Quality Alert issued August 11 at 11:25AM PDT by NWS Spokane WA
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. 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.
Air Quality Alert issued August 11 at 11:25AM PDT by NWS Spokane WA
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. 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
South Navarre Campground sits at 6,400 feet elevation in a remote corner of the Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest, offering a true backcountry experience for those willing to navigate the 35 miles of mostly dirt roads from Chelan. The campground features four primitive campsites served by three vault toilets, with no fees required for camping. This is a pack-it-in, pack-it-out destination with no potable water or garbage services available. Campers should come fully prepared with all necessary water and supplies. The remote location makes it ideal for solitude-seekers and serves as a base for exploring the surrounding trail network, including Safety Harbor Creek, Summer Blossom, and Summit Trail, which accommodate motorized trail bikes, mountain bikes, hikers, and stock animals.
Directions
From Chelan, drive 6.5 miles on Highway 150 toward Manson. Turn right onto Wapato Lake Road for 2.3 miles to Upper Joe Creek Road. Continue 4.2 miles until the road becomes Grade Creek Road 8200, then continue 27 miles to South Navarre Campground. Alternatively, from Pateros on Highway 97, take Highway 153 north for 17 miles. Turn onto Gold Creek Road 4340/County Road 1034 for one mile, then left onto South Fork Gold Creek Road 4330. Take Spur Road 600 to the junction of Grade Creek Road 8200 and Cooper Mountain Road 8020, turn right on Grade Creek Road and continue 11 miles to the campground.
Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | — |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | — |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $0 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | — |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (509) 664-9200 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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