6 campgrounds with availability this weekend
Douglas Creek dispersed camping sites allow pets with no specific restrictions mentioned in visitor reports. Located on BLM land approximately 30 minutes from cell service, this primitive camping area features multiple water crossings that require high-clearance vehicles. The area offers an estimated 15-20 dispersed sites along the road, some with better privacy and creek access than others. Campers bringing pets should be aware that ticks are prevalent in the area, with multiple visitors recommending tick repellent as essential gear when hiking with dogs.
Lincoln Rock State Park Campground and Crescent Bar Campground welcome pets at their established sites. Both locations offer full hookups for RVs alongside tent camping options. Crescent Bar features exceptionally clean facilities with modern bathrooms and showers that pet owners appreciate after outdoor activities. The campground provides large, well-spaced sites with immaculate landscaping and grass areas. Nearby walking paths are suitable for dog exercise, with paved trails connecting to multiple river access points where dogs can cool off during summer months.
"Brought the dogs and found a great spot overlooking another group of campers and the small creek."
"Some are better than others due to adjacency to the road or access to the creek. It does look like this area gets heavy use at some point, maybe during the summer. "
"Close to Moses Lake and Wenatchee - perfect getaway for the weekend. Beautiful sites near the river and the area is rapidly growing with activity. Seems like everyone has a dog. 😆"
"They are sticklers on the parking situation so don’t expect any leeway. I believe it was 2 cars max with one boat and camper. Either way though they will only allow 2 cars."
"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."
Available this weekend
from $12 - $202 / night
"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. "
Campground full this weekend
Get a text when availablefrom $12 - $71 / night
"Stayed here while in the area to do a trail run. The campground is super well maintained, with plenty of parking at every spot."
"Not as much activity on site but close to home. Perfectly situated between Quincy and Wenatchee."
from $20 - $50 / night
"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."
"Be prepared for four pages of rules to help keep this treasure clean and the air pure (no tobacco products allowed outside)."
"The sites are pretty close together, but not too close to be uncomfortable. Nice big area for dogs by the store and pool."
"The employees also walk the sites frequently. Downside - the lake by the resort is very muddy so we had to go elsewhere to swim (but there are plenty of local spots)."
"Boat launch and hiking trails. Very quiet and well spaced out sites. Dusty Lake Trail is here and Ancient Lakes is a short drive away."
"Hiked the ancient lakes trail and dusty lake. Didnt see anyone on the trails and didn't see or hear rattler. I will come back here but only in the spring."
"This place is where I go when I want to disconnect and get away from the stress of school in Ellensburg."
"Avoid summer when it gets too hot and ticks and rattlesnakes are around. It gets cold at night so come prepared."
Available this weekend
from $25 - $50 / night
ScoutIt was fairly easy to get to this area however despite our best efforts we only found one established campsite with a fire ring. Road getting here was mostly paved with some debris on the roadway. We lost GPS signal just before arriving and passed NF200. I gave 3 stars because we were unable to locate other sites. Maybe it was just me but we drove quite a while on NF200 and only found the one right at the entrance.
ScoutNice stop. One night for me. A little pricey at $51 since I didn't need hookups but I rolled right into spot 11 on the river with a great view. Easy registration and clean facilities.
TravelerThe heated bathrooms with showers were definitely comfort on our cross country road trip. We arrived after hours but because we already had made reservations that morning we were able to use the slider and enter the campground. Star gazing is always top priority. We headed down to the lake’s beach to snap some shots with my iPhone 14 Pro night, setting on a tripod and remote.
GuideIt's really a great little gated park that's fairly affordable. Unfortunately, it's right off the highway and on the other side of the river are the train tracks. Both are quite active. Otherwise this is a 5-star. Office folks were friendly and helpful.
LegendWe spent a pleasant evening in this beautiful park. Facilities are clean and well kept. Sites are spread out with plenty of grassy area between each site.
RangerI’m really pleasantly surprised by this site. It’s right on the way (closest we’ve ever gotten to stay because we’re a bigger rig). Close to town!!! Has a perfectly nice bathrooms nearby. Beautiful sunsets. Lots of room for spreading out. Not popular for late September. Mosquitos are out at night but not during the day time!
LegendWe dry camped here for three nights. On and off there was two or three other campers with us. Lots of area probably could hold 20 to 30 campers. About 20 minutes from grand Cooley Dam. Right on the lake. Downfall there really wasn’t any place to hike or walk in the area. Sign posted you were to have a Discover pass from Washington, but we were unable to get one and nobody ever stopped to check.
ScoutLots of camper trailers, basically a cow field. If you want a private spot you have to traverse a sketchy road that if you don't have awd and decent tires and ground clearance you'll be screwed.
ScoutFREE!! NO FEE!! This place has around 20 spots. Some of the spots are on one road right as you enter with a vault toilet. But if you continue and take a right down that road there are more spots and another vault toilet. The larger sites are on this second road.
Each spot has a picnic table and fire ring.
It looks like the road has a closed during the winter but the camping is still open. Snowmobiling to the sites.
Dispersed camping options near Palisades, Washington provide varied terrain with sites spread across high desert plateaus at elevations ranging from 700-1,200 feet. The Columbia River basin climate creates hot, dry summers with temperatures regularly exceeding 90°F, while spring and fall offer milder conditions. Most dispersed sites lack facilities, so campers should prepare for self-sufficient stays with adequate water supplies.
Fishing at Blue Lake: Rent equipment on site for easy access to fishing opportunities. "The fishing was great. We had power and water. There's a free dump station," notes Russ H. about Blue Lake Resort.
Swimming in natural pools: Track water levels throughout the season as depth varies significantly. "Swimming In the pools is nice after hiking! I've been coming here since I was a kid and have hiked and camped all over Douglas creek. Beautiful scenery," shares Allison B. from Douglas Creek.
Paddleboarding on calm water: Early mornings offer the smoothest conditions before daily winds pick up. "The calm water in the morning sun made for perfect paddleboarding," according to Nicole N. at Lincoln Rock State Park Campground.
Explore hiking trails: Carry ample water as most routes lack shade coverage. "This is a good early season hike while its still rainy in Seattle it can easily be sunny and warm on the other side of the mountains," explains Heather C. about Ancient & Dusty Lake Trailhead.
Easy water access: Multiple entry points along paved trails connecting campsites to swimming areas. "There are a lot of paved trails for bike riding or walking. The Columbia river is feet away and has plenty of access points," says Cinco D. from Crescent Bar Campground.
Clean modern facilities: Recently renovated bathrooms and shower areas with reliable hot water. "Very well kept campground. There are bathrooms with showers right in the center of the park," notes C.j. M. about Crescent Bar RV Resort.
Spacious camping sites: Extra room between units provides privacy despite open layouts. "The sites are large and spread out. There are only a few select spots with partial shade," writes UnnamedAdventures about Crescent Bar Campground.
Large grassy areas: Well-maintained lawns for pet exercise and outdoor games. "I have never had such wide spread out spaces in any state campground. It was amazing. The spaces were level, lots of grass and enough trees to provide shade at every spot too," shares Sue G. about Wenatchee Confluence State Park Campground.
High clearance vehicles required: Multiple water crossings make access challenging in standard cars. "The road gets pretty narrow and rough the further in you go, and there are multiple stream crossings, too. No problem in my Jeep, but I'd be hesitant to tow a trailer too far in here," cautions Don from Douglas Creek.
Limited shade coverage: Prepare sun protection as most sites offer minimal natural shade. "It is blazing hot here in summer with little to no shade. Nice walking path to the river and to the resort community near by," explains Gary K. about Crescent Bar RV Resort.
Wildlife considerations: Evening activity increases around camping areas. "Wild life gets 10x louder at night, the place really came to life around 11:30pm-12:00am," reports Jesse C. about Douglas Creek.
Pest management essential: Pack appropriate repellents for tick prevention when camping with pets. "Avoid summer when it gets too hot and ticks and rattlesnakes are around. It gets cold at night so come prepared," advises Emma A. about Ancient & Dusty Lake Trailhead.
Kid-friendly water features: Designated swimming areas offer safer conditions for children. "Fun swimming area. Great place to camp! Nice camp sites that are large and taken care of," shares Matt J. about Wenatchee Confluence State Park Campground.
Playground access: Multiple sites feature play structures within walking distance of campsites. "There are a ton of sprinklers that turn on frequently. It is important to watch where you stake down your tent," warns Cinco D. about Lincoln Rock State Park Campground.
Biking opportunities: Flat terrain makes for easy cycling with children. "Great place for kids to ride bikes with plenty of paved pathways between the campground and day use area," notes Corinna B. about Wenatchee Confluence State Park Campground.
Field games: Open spaces allow for group activities. "Open area for running around, playground etc. can get crowded, but nothing Out of the ordinary for a state park," explains Zane G. about Lincoln Rock State Park Campground.
Sprinkler schedules: Check watering times before setting up camp to avoid wet equipment. "Those who are critical of this campground are annoyed with the sprinkler schedule which goes off at a certain time in each campsite, Monday-Friday, regardless of tents and things laying around," explains Colleen T. from Lincoln Rock State Park Campground.
Power management: Note amperage options as they vary between campgrounds. "There are 30 and 50 amp sites with sewer hook ups," reports Gary K. about Thousand Trails Crescent Bar.
Dump station access: Plan ahead as not all sites offer on-site facilities. "Very well kept campground with employees constantly buzzing around on golf carts to be sure there is no litter," shares Sarah about Smokiam RV Resort.
Reservation flexibility: Some locations allow same-day bookings during off-peak times. "We were lucky to get a spot last minute on a Friday night. Seems that most of the time everything gets reserved quickly," advises Nicole N. about Lincoln Rock State Park Campground.
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