Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest, Washington
- Fee per nightnot confirmed
- Seasonnot listed
- RV length (some sites)not listed
- Drinking wateryes
- Electricno
At a glance: Confirmed: drinking water. No electric hookups or flush toilets. Not listed: showers and maximum RV length.
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Amenities
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- Electric hookups No
- Drinking water Yes
- Flush toilets No
- Showers Not listed
- Dump station Not listed
- Water hookups at sites Not listed
- Sewer hookups Not listed
- Tent sites Yes
- RV / trailer sites Yes
- Reservable online Yes
Sites, fees and season
- Campsites
- 149
- Elevation
- 2,277 ft
- Phone
- (509) 852-1100 (campground or managing office)
Official fee information
Extra Vehicle Fee $8.00
Location and nearby campgrounds
Location on the map · Driving directions · 47.35484, -121.24342 (the official listing point; check the access road for large rigs)
- Salmon La Sac 7.6 mi straight-line
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- Little Naches Campground 26.1 mi straight-line
- Cedar Springs Campground (Wa) 26.6 mi straight-line
- Sawmill Flat Campground 27.2 mi straight-line
From the official listing description, directions and rules
Kachess Campground sits just off the forested northwest shore of Kachess Lake in Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest.
Set in dense old-growth conifer forest and surrounded by high mountains, Kachess Campground is considered one of the most beautiful sites in the Cle Elum Ranger District.
Recreation
Kachess is a prime location for fishing, swimming, boating, paddling and mountain biking in summer and early fall.
The campground is also a great base camp for day-hikers and overnight backpackers. Several access trails from the area give hikers the chance to create their own excursions, whether it be a day hike or an overnight trip.
Starting at the campground, the Kachess Lake Trail is a short loop next to the lake, enjoyable for hikers of all levels.
Anglers enjoy fishing for rainbow trout, cutthroat trout and kokanee salmon from boat or shoreline. Box Canyon Creek is closed to all fishing from the mouth, 2-miles up to the falls. Check current WDFW fishing regulations for additional restrictions.
Natural Features
Towering peaks, high-country lakes and old-growth forests provide visitors with a variety of landscapes.
Kachess Lake, adjacent to the campground, is a reservoir that stores and provides water for irrigation for south-central Washington.
The surrounding undeveloped wilderness, clean streams and diverse forests support an abundance of wildlife, including deer, porcupine, native fish and migratory birds.
Weather forecast - next 7 days
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Climate by month
Average daily high and low and monthly precipitation, 1991-2020 normals from the NOAA station Easton - 8.2 mi away, station at 2,170 ft - 107 ft lower than the campground (2,277 ft). Long-term averages, not a forecast; the open season is listed separately above.
| Month | High °F | Low °F | Precip. in |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 36 | 25 | 8.13 |
| Feb | 40 | 25 | 5.84 |
| Mar | 46 | 29 | 4.94 |
| Apr | 52 | 32 | 3.42 |
| May | 61 | 39 | 2.21 |
| Jun | 67 | 45 | 1.77 |
| Jul | 76 | 50 | 0.71 |
| Aug | 76 | 50 | 0.87 |
| Sep | 69 | 43 | 1.88 |
| Oct | 56 | 35 | 4.93 |
| Nov | 42 | 29 | 7.77 |
| Dec | 35 | 25 | 7.37 |
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Sources and data dates where every fact comes from
| Fact | Source | Fetched from the source |
|---|---|---|
| Campsites | Recreation.gov (RIDB) | Oct 26, 2026 source updated Aug 1, 2026 |
| Reservable online | Recreation.gov (RIDB) | Oct 26, 2026 source updated Aug 1, 2026 |
| Tent sites | Recreation.gov (RIDB) | Oct 26, 2026 source updated Aug 1, 2026 |
| RV / trailer sites | Recreation.gov (RIDB) | Oct 26, 2026 source updated Aug 1, 2026 |
| Electric hookups | Recreation.gov (RIDB) | Oct 26, 2026 source updated Aug 1, 2026 |
| Drinking water | Recreation.gov (RIDB) | Oct 26, 2026 source updated Aug 1, 2026 |
| Flush toilets | Recreation.gov (RIDB) | Oct 26, 2026 source updated Aug 1, 2026 |
| Elevation | USGS elevation (EPQS) | Oct 26, 2026 |
| Official page | Recreation.gov (RIDB) | Oct 26, 2026 source updated Aug 1, 2026 |
| Official reservations | Recreation.gov (RIDB) | Oct 26, 2026 source updated Aug 1, 2026 |
| Phone | Recreation.gov (RIDB) | Oct 26, 2026 source updated Aug 1, 2026 |
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