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$27 / night
"Leavenworth in washington is one of my favorite places to visit. One of the reasons I love coming here is because the hiking is incredible. Colchuck Lake is a must if you are in the Leavenworth area!"
"Rolled in late at night on an audible after campground at Lake Wenatchee didn't work out. Great tent sites, with decent spacing between them."
"This beautiful campground has everything you want and need: water, trails, scenic views, ample campsites, clean bathrooms and easy access. "
"Nice campground close to Wenatchee. Access to swimming on the Columbia. Open area for running around, playground etc. can get crowded, but nothing Out of the ordinary for a state park."
"The grounds are next to the Wenatchee River between a highway and railroad tracks. None of the noise is bad at all (of you’re sound sensitive this probably isn’t your place)."
"Great location on the river. Lots of places to walk the dogs. Sandy areas on the river to hang out. About 20 mins to Leavenworth and 15 mins to Wenatchee. Friendly staff."
"Gorgeous views of the river and surrounding hills everywhere you look. However you do have to navigate the city of Wenatchee office park to get there."
"The campground is just outside of town and next to the river. The river level was low so the swimming area was disappointing at the time we were there. Campground was so quiet. "
"Loved how close to the river it was was nice white noise throughout the night. Close to town and lake colchuck"
"So we got wet when it rained and had a bit of an issue with water pooling next to the electric outlet but the staff was right on it and dug a small trench for the water to drain."
"Close to the highway but wasn’t loud at night"
"The campground is divided into two parts by a crisp clear and cold Wenatchee River, flowing out of Lake Wenatchee, locat d in the central Cascade Mountains of Washington."
"_We love camping in this area of Washington. There are so many campsites and each one is just far away from the nearest town which is so nice to know that you won't be bothered by the busy road."
$18 - $36 / night
"First visit to Washington and I went camping in my hammock. Perfect cold weather. Unfortunate that the wood was too dry for any fire. Next time!"
"Beautiful location not too far outside of town, several sites were available when we arrived, unlike the first two campgrounds we checked closer to town."
"Tons of great locations with views."
"Found a spot with incredible near-360 mountain views! Exposed to the wind though. Have to go pretty far in along Derby road to find campsites."
LegendNice folks at check in. A gate code is needed to check in. We had a pull through, gravel site. Utilities were well placed. There was a note not to flush your tank due to there sensitive septic system. There is a nice lake in front of our site. Paths that go to the Yakima river or along side it was nice. Just on the other side of the freeway is the town of Cle Elum. Nice bakeries and breweries is what attracted us. :-)
Clean restrooms, everything well maintained.
GuideQuiet with great views. The site is very sandy so be prepared to be covered in it!
TravelerPros:
- Lots of trees for shade, but open enough to get lots of sun, too.- Flat, sandy soil, good for tents, lots of room.
- Three picnic tables, steel fire pit, bear proof trash cans, 2 clean porta potties are well stocked.
- Right by the river(it's loud, so that might be a con for some).
- You can drive right up to the tent/table area to unload.- Great fishing/swimming hole nearby.
- No trash around, very well kept.
- Beautiful area and river!!
Cons:
- Sandy soil blows around pretty bad if it's windy. Gets in EVERYTHING.
- The gate is kinda hard to unlock because the lock has been abused, needs replacement. Also quite certain the code never changes, so other people could easily get in if they've been there before.
- Porta potties needed emptying.
- Fish in the river are very small, but plentiful.
General comments, suggestions:- Bring fire wood, if fires are allowed- make sure you check before you come.
- Bring a few wasp traps in mid-late summer- BIG black& white hornets, but not too bad early summer.
- Lots of ants, beetles, flying bugs, some mosquitoes, so come prepared.
- Bring buckets for water, and a shovel.
- Good river for fly fishing, but spinners ok too, just harder. COLD water.
- This is bear/cougar country - bring protection.
- Lots of good hiking trails and rock climbing spots nearby.
ScoutWe go to this place every summer. Many people already know the entrance, so nowadays there is a portable toilet available for campers. I recommend downloading the offline map and be prepared to have no cell phone signal. During the day, the view is breathtaking, and at night, the stars complete your stay. Don't expect to have running water, electricity or a shower. Clean up after yourself and take your trash with you because there is no trash can nearby. The coordinates we used for the spot:
47.33285919069752, -121.10736907478774
TravelerThis place is amazing, easy to get into, lots of camping spaces, beautiful views.
There is a lot of garbage, and especially broken glass bottles 😢
Asides from that is great! We have full bars on T-Mobile, and have no neighbors with 300 feet or so.
The entrance is a little tricky, and the “road”s are a little rough when you’re down here.
TravelerPassed a park ranger on the way and he never said anything. There is also paid for camping on the way up here. But this spot is prime and free, just takes about 40 minutes to get to while on an unpaved road. Also have full service. About 4,750 ft high.
TravelerJust went out last night to check and see if it was open, Lewis G. is correct. A big gate is up at the end of the road saying "road closed"
LegendThis review, and apparently most other reviews here, are for the south campground. I didn't see a Dyrt record for the north campground, but it should potentially have one as south and north are pretty different. North is more basic and peaceful and rugged, and south is more developed and family friendly. There is direct access to the lake here, with a boat launch. There's a playground, store with snacks and basics, and accessible and gendered restrooms. 20 ft max vehicle length, per sign at campground entrance.
No Discover Pass needed to camp here, but the Discover Pass will get you in for free day use if you aren't camping here.
LegendWe checked this place out but decided not to stay. It’s free, and nice, and easy access, and there were a few spots where we would have fit in our 26ft class c, but it somehow seemed too overgrown and claustrophobic. We decided to continue on and look for boondocking in the forest.
There was only one set of campers when we visited here in the middle of the week. It’s a small campground, with around 10 or fewer sites, one way in and out with an area to turn around at the end.
Sites come with picnic tables and fire pits. Zero cell reception for Verizon or ATT. Clean pit toilet at the campground entrance. 14 day stay limit. No trash service, no water.
Camping near Monitor, Washington, offers a fantastic escape into nature with beautiful scenery and plenty of outdoor activities. Whether you're looking for a family-friendly spot or a peaceful retreat, there are several campgrounds to choose from.
Camping near Monitor, Washington, has something for everyone, from families to solo adventurers. Just be prepared for the unique quirks of each campground, and you’ll have a great time!
Frequently Asked Questions
According to TheDyrt.com, Monitor, WA offers a wide range of camping options, with 267 campgrounds and RV parks near Monitor, WA and 46 free dispersed camping spots.
According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Monitor, WA is Leavenworth-Pine Village KOA with a 4.2-star rating from 25 reviews.
According to TheDyrt.com, there are 46 free dispersed camping spots near Monitor, WA.
According to TheDyrt.com, there are 17 parks near Monitor, WA that allow camping, notably Bankhead National Forest and Chugach National Forest.
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