Established Camping
Lakeview Campground — Lake Chelan National Recreation Area
Warning 1 Alert is In Effect
There is 1 alert for this campground. Camp safely!
Warning 1 Alert is In Effect
There is 1 alert for this campground. Camp safely!
<strong>Fire Alert:</strong> The Pioneer Fire is an active wildfire on the east side of Lake Chelan, southwest of Stehekin. For fire information, including smoke conditions, call 541-861-5808 or visit the <a href="https://inciweb.wildfire.gov/incident-information/wases-pioneer?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAAR3005nJsC1qJH9bzfjNoNqVexi7thK32GuMf2hMFc6Uaa0lmzPFWhYqNAaem8KsDnvKwY--hT0J3xWKfA" rel="nofollow">Pioneer Fire inciweb</a> page.
About
National Park Service
North Cascades National Park
Overview
Campgrounds in Lake Chelan National Recreation Area are walk-in sites located in the Stehekin Valley at the head of Lake Chelan. Lakeview Campground is a five minute walk from the boat dock at Stehekin Landing. Stehekin is a remote community with limited facilities and is only accessible by foot, boat, or plane.__ There is a group shared space in Lakeview Campground reserved for backpackers heading out or coming back from a wilderness trip or PCT hikers with a valid PCTA permit. These sites need not be reserved separately; backpackers may camp for ONE NIGHT ONLY.
Recreation
Visitors can access several trails from near the campground, such as the Imus Trail, the Purple Creek Trail, and the Lakeshore Trail. Other trails further up the valley can be reached by foot, bike, or shuttle bus. Many of the trails from Stehekin provide the opportunity for longer wilderness backpacks. A backcountry permit is required for overnight stays in the backcountry.____ Visitors can boat, fish, and swim (although the water is a chilly 45 degrees) in Lake Chelan. Bears do inhabit the area, so care should be taken when hiking, picnicking, or camping.
Facilities
Visitors can access several trails from near the campground, such as the Imus Trail, the Purple Creek Trail, and the Lakeshore Trail. Other trails further up the valley can be reached by foot, bike, or shuttle bus. Many of the trails from Stehekin provide the opportunity for longer wilderness backpacks. A backcountry permit is required for overnight stays in the backcountry.____ Visitors can boat, fish, and swim (although the water is a chilly 45 degrees) in Lake Chelan. Bears do inhabit the area, so care should be taken when hiking, picnicking, or camping.
Nearby Attractions
Stehekin is a gateway into the east side of the North Cascades National Park Service Complex. Many short to multi-day backpacking trips begin in the Stehekin area. Other attractions in the area are the historic Buckner Orchard, where visitors can pick apples in the fall, and Rainbow Falls, a 312-foot waterfall near the Stehekin Valley Road.__
Location
Lakeview Campground — Lake Chelan National Recreation Area is located in Washington
Directions
There are no roads that connect Stehekin to the rest of Washington. Access is via foot, boat, or plane.__
Coordinates
48.308121 N
120.65593 W
Access
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
- Boat-InSites accessible by watercraft.
Stay Connected
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- T-MobileGood
Site Types
- Tent Sites
Features
For Campers
- Market
- Trash
- Drinking Water
- Toilets
- Pets