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Lake Chelan Overlook

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Location

Lake Chelan Overlook is located in Washington

Coordinates

47.962940704012816 N
120.2551894060507 W

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Enjoy dispersed camping on government land and leave no trace. Pack in and pack out. No (or limited) services at this camping area. Permit may be required.

Drive Time

1 hr 51 min from Wenatchee
3 hrs 29 min from Yakima
3 hrs 59 min from Seattle
4 hrs 19 min from Mount Vernon

Jennifer J.

Scout

Reviewed Jul. 30, 2025

Not a camp area per se. it is a pull off which is easy to miss that several people have used for camping and built a fire ring. There is only room for one tent or one camper van. Not trailer or full RV. Views are pretty but you can’t sit outside your tent or vehicle and see the lake. You have to walk to edge to see it. Had hoped to stay a few nights but not finding it worthwhile. Long way to go for one night and no tree shade from sun on a hot day. You just bake. Wouldn’t make a trip back.

Sitethere is only 1 place and coming up I drove past it wasn’t until I turned around to head back that I spotted the only place to camp would be bummer if you drove up and it was occupied no other spots close by

Month of VisitJuly

Ryan S.

Guide

Reviewed Jun. 1, 2025

Excellent overlooking away from everything

Almost at the top of the mountain but not quite. Pretty good view of the lake below and almost no light pollution. Very windy road to get up but I pulled my trailer fine. Washboard road at the beginning but it gets better. Several places along the way, and beyond, to pull off to camp, at least a dozen, and they're quite dispersed from each other. Only saw one other person the entire time.

Month of VisitMay

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the max vehicle length at Lake Chelan Overlook?

Lake Chelan Overlook allows vehicles up to 45 feet.

Are fires allowed at Lake Chelan Overlook?

Yes, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, fires are allowed at Lake Chelan Overlook, although make sure to check current fire restrictions in the area.

Is there cell phone reception at Lake Chelan Overlook?

According to campers on TheDyrt.com, there is no coverage for AT&T, no coverage for T-Mobile, and no coverage for Verizon.