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Several RV campgrounds serve the Carlton area with varying hookup configurations and seasonal operations. Riverbend RV Park in Twisp provides full hookup sites with water, electric, and sewer connections along the Methow River. The park operates year-round and accommodates big rigs with pull-through sites. A camper noted, "We had a level site with good spacing and places to access the river," highlighting the practical setup. Pine Near RV Park in Winthrop features grassy sites with electric, water, and sewer hookups, situated within walking distance of downtown. Bridgeport Marina RV Park offers 14 sites with full hookups including 30 and 50 amp service, while Columbia Cove RV Park in Brewster provides water, electric, and sewer hookups for RVs.
Throughout the area, dump stations are available at most RV parks, with sanitary dump facilities at Riverbend, Pine Near, and Bridgeport Marina. Cell service varies significantly across the region, especially in mountain locations. Many parks welcome pets with dedicated exercise areas, such as the large dog run at Riverbend. One reviewer mentioned, "A bit of extra care to the grounds could really make this place quite nice. This is a great location for day trips." Summer temperatures can exceed 90°F, while winter brings snow and below-freezing conditions, making year-round parks like Riverbend particularly valuable for off-season travelers. Reservation policies differ between parks, with some requiring advance booking during peak summer months from June through September.
"A few long terms folks."
"But something I noticed along the way was that cell signal was minimal and with that it made it a bit harder to find locations to stop for the night."
"My site had full hookups (30 amp), water and dump water. $60/night 25 June 26. Showers and toilets spick and span clean. Showers are private and they provide towel and cloth floor mat."
"We did not stay as we were in town only to restock propane, water and fuel. The Chevron station was not able to help with the water situation but suggested we try here."
"Bathrooms clean hot showers and free Wi-Fi even if it’s a bit spotty depending on your service. Att not the best but it still worked enough."
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Check Availability"This campground was mainly for large luxury RV’s - all pushed together on huge concrete pads. There are about 10 spots on the river that are somewhat rustic- private and have full hookups."
"So quiet, leaves changing, crisp weather. Just make sure you have heated water hose"
"Pull throughs are nice for Big Rigs. Columbia River and launches, great staff, beautiful views, lots to see and do from wineries, fishing, biking, motorcycling, etc. 1 day lead to 5 days."
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Check Availability"Tenters often. showers and restrooms. water and electric. no laundry but walkable to downtown area Stayed in 42’ 5th wheel"
"It hit the spot, easy, paved pull-thru sites with plenty of shade and hookups for electric and water. Apparently there have been some issues with homeless folks also enjoying the shade so be advised."
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Check Availability"Well maintained with large shade trees. And, a great dog park for your pups..."
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LegendA few long terms folks. Nice quiet amenities - new bathrooms, large dog area, easy river access, playground was older but did the trick for the kids, nice paved roads to scooter and skate, yard games set up for anyone’s use and proximity to twisp, Winthrop, the rodeo etc we’re great.
ScoutGorgeous 2 parks 1/2 mile apart. The Marina Park and this one. Gorgeous plush grass, immaculate kept parks. Pull throughs are nice for Big Rigs. Columbia River and launches, great staff, beautiful views, lots to see and do from wineries, fishing, biking, motorcycling, etc. 1 day lead to 5 days.
LegendWashington Rolling down the road on the Cascade Loop I took in all the scenery and enjoyed every moment. But something I noticed along the way was that cell signal was minimal and with that it made it a bit harder to find locations to stop for the night. Typically I enjoy a more remote site or a good forest camp, however along the loop, though there are many forest service roads, most certainly with camping available, being so remote without cell signal and roads looking more questionable in some areas, I feared going to far off the beaten path into the unknown in my small car.
This brought me to the Riverbend RV Park, a Good Sam park along the loop which actually allocates some of their spaces to tent campers. Privately owned the features were a bit more expansive than many of the sites I had visited along the way including running water and full hook ups for those in RVs. Additionally they had a propane refill station which was quite nice for a small charge without having to wander into town to find supplies.
The layout of the location was nice as it formed a large loop easy to access even by the largest of rigs. The office welcomed you as your drove in and made it easy to stop, pay for your site and find out all the information you needed to know not only about the campsite but also the surrounding area. A few brochures inside noted area attractions and information about the loop itself. This office also housed a small general store which had a few items you might need while at camp and some general items which could be nice in way of snack and food. Nothing large, but certainly helpful for those who were weary from the road and all the traveling excitement.
This park welcomes families but also their pets, with a large pet area for them to run free and enjoy stretching their legs. Otherwise throughout camp they do ask you keep your pets on a leash, which seemed more than fair considering the large space they were given to enjoy free of burden.
The kiddos were also welcome with their own play area that was well maintained and away from the other campers just enough to not disrupt the silence of the camp. This area had its own water fountain to assure hours of safe and hydrated play.
The sites themselves were typical of an RV park, a standard picnic table and enough room to move around a little but still somewhat closer to your neighbors than you would be at many forest campsites. I found that the camping area I checked out for myself had a little more distance between the sites which was nice but there was no tree coverage so it is a bit of a trade off for space or shade.
On premise is an activity room and also a restroom area. Restrooms offer showers and warmth on the cold days and night and the activity room is a large room with plenty of space to enjoy a game night or some time watching television in a more social setting. There is also a laundry facility at this building which was super helpful for catching up along the loop after several weeks of travel.
All in all though this was privately run and thus a bit more expensive, around $30 a night, the benefits of the stay at this location were vast. Though it wasn’t my style of camping for every night a stop here was a nice way to check out some of the many amenities which contrast some of the other camps along the way. Definitely worth a stop if you are in an RV or if you want to have a place with a lot of benefits.
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If you are a larger unit this is a great place to stay for amenities and size of spaces you will easily be able to pull in and get comfortable with your slides at this location.
Location of this campsite is key as it is close to town but also along the loop within driving distance of the North Cascades Park and also some of the Washington State Parks. If you can detach and use this as a home base it will work well with your travels.
LegendWe camped here May 14, 2016 and had the campground to ourselves. It was a great base to explore this part of the Okanagan National Forest west of Twisp, Washington. The Twisp River in mid May was swollen with snow melt and was audible our pop up truck camper in site #9.
Normally, the camping fee is $12 a night but in off season is free. There are 17 sites, there was a garbage dumpster, picnic table, vault toilets, fire pit. There is water available but it was shut off therefore free camping.
RangerThe camp host is fantastic but set your expectations. The swimming pool that is attached is not open on weekends. So that’s a bummer. The sites are narrow and you’re literally within a neighborhood, with views of the homes available at every site. Anglers have the advantage, with the boat launch right there. Benefits - 30 minutes from Chelan, fairly inexpensive $50 a night for full hookup) and the countryside is beautiful. This is not a suitable site for big rigs. We have a 22 foot and it was pretty tight.
GuidePark like setting. Pull throughs are right on top of each other. Recommend back in. They water every night, you have to pull everything in, every night. Water came out brown each morning with out a filter.
RangerWe stayed here in February and used the campground as a home base for a XC ski trip. The winter camping area is in the South Campground in what is the summer-time day use area. Tents can set-up near the water in the trees. Vans and RV have to stay in the parking lot. We only had two other groups camping on a Thursday night. Apparently it gets busy even in winter during the week-end. There was an open heated bathroom with shower and a warming hut with a woodstove (not on and no firewood) used by skiers. Views are awesome and access to groomed ski trail network was also right off your steps. Decent AT&T cell reception.
ScoutThis is a solid, clean, family friendly campground. We loved the big grass play area between the spaces to run around in. A nice walk to the beach playground. Probably more fun if it was warmer. Overall, great for our young kids in a trailer.
LegendThis is a huge USFS campground in the Wenatchee National Forest, with something like 4 separate loops and separate entrances from the road. Most of the sites are reservable on recreation.gov but they have a few FCFS sites (these sites aren’t marked with an“R” on the post).
We got lucky on a Friday with a FCFS site when all the reservable sites were marked as “reserved” for the weekend.
$25/night, pay with cash or check at self-registration kiosk. Park is run by a concessionaire. Nicely kept, very clean, host on site, pit toilets and water spigots available. No dump or water fill, no hookups. There are trash dumpsters but no recycling. Hard to get a site with an open sky view for solar.
Many of the sites are pull through (curve along the camp site type). Some sites are right along the creek, beautiful and peaceful, and some are right on the road. There are trails and nice walks that take you to Lake Wenatchee, which is beautiful.
Good cell reception for ATT and Verizon.
Near Carlton, Washington, RV parks operate at elevations ranging from 780 to 1,800 feet in the Methow Valley. Summer temperatures often exceed 90°F during July and August, while winter brings snow accumulation from November through March. Most RV sites in the area offer views of the surrounding Cascade Mountain ranges with varying levels of shade coverage.
Riverfront activities: At Riverbend RV Park in Twisp, campers can access the Methow River directly from the property. One visitor noted, "Nice quiet amenities - new bathrooms, large dog area, easy river access, playground was older but did the trick for the kids, nice paved roads to scooter and skate."
Outdoor games: Several RV parks provide communal outdoor activities. Riverbend features "yard games set up for anyone's use" according to one reviewer, while others mentioned corn hole and similar activities available to guests without additional fees.
Winter festivals: Lakeshore RV Park in Chelan serves as a base for winter activities. A camper shared, "We have stayed here for many years to enjoy the Chelan WinterFest Festival in January. The park is within walking distance of town and is perfect for the festival weekend."
Walking distance to town: Pine Near RV Park in Winthrop receives praise for its location. A reviewer mentioned it's "a block up from the charming town of Winthrop" with "views from our site were of the North Cascades." Another noted it's "only a short block walk into the heart of Winthrop which has all amenities, restaurants, micro brews, shopping etc."
Clean facilities: Many campers appreciate well-maintained bathrooms and laundry areas. At Marina RV Park in Bridgeport, a guest mentioned, "We found the camp staff and host to be super friendly and helpful" and noted the "nice swimming Cove around the corner and playground for the kids."
Pet amenities: Dog-friendly areas are highlighted across multiple parks. One Riverbend RV Park visitor appreciated "the off-leash dog space" while another mentioned "a large pet area for them to run free and enjoy stretching their legs."
Seasonal operations: Many RV parks in the Carlton area have limited winter hours or services. A Lakeshore RV Park guest observed, "Come summer you won't be able to get a reservation in this park, but in January it was wide open!"
Variable cell service: Internet and phone connectivity fluctuates throughout the Methow Valley. One camper at Pine Near RV Park noted, "Free Wi-Fi even if it's a bit spotty depending on your service. Att not the best but it still worked enough."
Space constraints: Columbia Cove RV Park in Brewster has size limitations. A visitor warned, "This is not a suitable site for big rigs. We have a 22 foot and it was pretty tight."
Kid-friendly areas: Several parks include dedicated play spaces. At Riverbend RV Park, there's a children's area that was described as "well maintained and away from the other campers just enough to not disrupt the silence of the camp."
Swimming options: Conklin Landing RV Park provides water access for children. A visitor mentioned the "Columbia River and launches" along with "beautiful views, lots to see and do from wineries, fishing, biking, motorcycling, etc."
Budget-friendly showers: Be prepared for potential shower fees at some locations. A Pine Near RV Park guest noted "Very clean restrooms, ($1.00 for a 2 minute shower)" which helps families plan accordingly for daily costs.
Winter preparation: For cold-weather camping, take precautions with your equipment. A visitor to Thousand Trails Leavenworth advised, "Just make sure you have heated water hose" when camping in October or later.
Pull-through availability: Larger RVs have specific options in the area. At Conklin Landing RV Park, a reviewer highlighted "60 ft pull throughs, NO PROBLEM" and called it "gorgeous plush grass, immaculate kept parks. Pull throughs are nice for Big Rigs."
Sprinkler awareness: Some parks maintain their grounds with regular watering. A Lakeshore RV Park guest cautioned, "They water every night, you have to pull everything in, every night" and recommended using a water filter due to occasional water quality issues.
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