Top Free Dispersed Camping near Stehekin, WA

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Best Dispersed Sites Near Stehekin, WA (22)

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42 Reviews of 22 Stehekin Campgrounds


  • LThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Chelan Lookout - NF 8410 Dispersed
    Sep. 11, 2024

    Chelan Lookout - NF 8410 Dispersed

    Awesome View from the Top of the Ridge

    Great campsite with an awesome view. Sandy dirt camping site near the USGS sensor station. No fires today due to high fire danger, but there was a pit in the camp. Tent right on the ridge. Dirt road was 12 miles up the mountain. Lots of switchbacks, but passible in a sedan. Takes 45 mins to get up. Take shady pass road to the top.

  • B
    Camper-submitted photo from NF Dispersed Camping
    Jul. 22, 2024

    NF Dispersed Camping

    Bacon Point

    Beautiful spot near the water also has some more secluded spots if wanted. Didn’t see too many people. And had no issues picking a spot to car camp. Definitely recommend.

  • Bobby J.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Mountain Loop Hway Dispersed Camp
    Jul. 21, 2024

    Mountain Loop Hway Dispersed Camp

    Coordinates off

    The directions had me believing that the dispersed camping was just various pull offs on the highway loop and that’s where I stayed. It was loud and it felt like the traffic was coming through my tent at times. After driving to North Cascades I discovered that there was real dispersed camping on that road but probably 45 minutes to an hour past where the coordinates took you. Once the highway turned into a gravel road is when I started seeing nice dispersed campsites

  • Emma
    Camper-submitted photo from Upper Bobcat Dispersed Camping
    Jul. 13, 2024

    Upper Bobcat Dispersed Camping

    Great spot

    Great spot with plenty of sites. Lots of room at your site and between neighbors. Super close to the river. There were a lot of people, mainly families, but everyone was super respectful and it honestly made me feel safer and a solo traveler. Would definitely go back.

  • Katrina H.
    Camper-submitted photo from Old Cascades Highway Dispersed
    Jun. 22, 2024

    Old Cascades Highway Dispersed

    Beautiful Area with Small Campsites

    It's a lovely area right by a beautiful river. However, it was hard to find a large enough spot that was also level to park our van. There was some traffic on the road, and a great bonus is that the road is paved, so no worries about destroying a tire. We did have phone service, and it's close to a small deli and other conveniences.

  • P
    Camper-submitted photo from Lake Wenatchee Airstrip SnoPark
    Jun. 21, 2024

    Lake Wenatchee Airstrip SnoPark

    Lake Wenatchee Airstrip

    We turned at (47.8178974, -120.7258512) which you travel a short distance down a well maintained FS road to a very large gravel and dirt parking area. You can park in this parking lot if you choose, lots of space, great internet speeds. To the right of the information sign you will see a small sign with a snowmobile on it. That is the road that you can take back to the airstrip portion of the site. You will only travel about 100 yards on that road before it opens up to a very large grass field (and airstrip) you will need to turn left to head toward the camping locations. To the right will be the landing strip so you need to avoid that area. There is a dirt/sandy road leading back to 2-3 sites with fire rings but also a very large open field where you can camp as well. MOSQUITOES WERE AWFUL AT NIGHT FYI. A forest service rig pulled up on us in the AM and just waved :)

  • Sara J.
    Camper-submitted photo from Dispersed Camping Beckler Creek
    Apr. 21, 2024

    Dispersed Camping Beckler Creek

    Beckler creek riverside

    Nice large campsite near the water. There were many campsites along the road. I had to clean up a lot of trash when it got here. Please pack out your own trash and follow other leave no trace rules. The campfire was awesome

  • Jennifer H.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Mountain Loop Hway Dispersed Camp
    Oct. 20, 2023

    Mountain Loop Hway Dispersed Camp

    Sites just off the gravel portion of the mountain loop

    Easy enough to access right off the mountain loop highway. Meandering sites along the river with good logs for benches and fire rings made from forest rocks. Heavily forested and beautiful.

  • Jennifer H.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from South Fork Sauk River
    Oct. 20, 2023

    South Fork Sauk River

    Remote, no services, easy enough to access, beautiful

    Half way along the mountain loop highway you encounter numerous spacious tent sites with fire rings and gorgeous river & Mountain View camp grounds.

  • Theresa K.
    Camper-submitted photo from Dispersed Camping Beckler Creek
    Aug. 18, 2023

    Dispersed Camping Beckler Creek

    Repulsive

    Every dispersed campground we checked along this road (maybe five or so) was littered with human feces and toilet paper everywhere. We found a literal bucket of human waste beside the river with a soiled pool noodle nearby I can only assume was being used as a toilet seat. Please, if you care about keeping nature wild, carry out your toilet paper and dig a cathole or use the outhouse in the campground. If you don’t know what a cathole is, you should probably should not being using dispersed camping and try the campground down the road. We ended up staying at the campground because we couldn’t find dispersed camping where there wasn’t poop and had a positive experience there. Leave no trace!! 

    https://www.nps.gov/articles/leave-no-trace-seven-principles.htm

  • Jake S.
    Camper-submitted photo from Forest Road Dispersed Site
    Aug. 13, 2023

    Forest Road Dispersed Site

    I was about to rate this 5 stats but...

    I stopped by to scope this one out. it looks like there's 2 entrances, one on the north and one on the south, but the south side doesn't connect to the main road so taje the north one. there isn't really a good turn around so you'll have to use the one turn off or an empty site to turn around if needed. I thought the 5 or so sites looked alright, but if you pull back past the site on the turn off there's an abandoned camper and a bunch of trash around a bend(I wouldn't have gone that far back if I'd been pulling a trailer since there are tight turns and no real good turnaround. it seems fairly decent if you don't go to the back site and out of 5 or more campsites on a Sunday afternoon only one was taken.

  • Philip D.
    Camper-submitted photo from Old Cascades Highway Dispersed
    Aug. 8, 2023

    Old Cascades Highway Dispersed

    Beautiful/ Dirty and noisy

    Some of you never learned proper etiquette and it shows! Beautiful spot. Toilet paper everywhere. Peaceful… except for the trucks air braking on Highway 2; and the train… which made me question if I was being visited by some alien beings for half a second. Beautiful spot, great access to the river, whose noise washes out the majority of the ambiance killers. Secluded, sadly too dry for a fire.

  • Alyson M.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Chumstick Mountain Dispersed Camping
    Aug. 3, 2023

    Chumstick Mountain Dispersed Camping

    Beautiful View

    This would get 5 stars if it weren’t for the terribly bumpy and long road up to the main site. My Toyota Highlander made it up, but I was a little nervous. It seemed like there was only one large spot at the top/end of road. There was a fire ring which is how we could tell it was a spot. The views of the mountains all around are insane!!! Loved watching the sunset and sunrise up here. It is very windy!

  • John T.
    Camper-submitted photo from Sullivan Pond Camp
    Jul. 25, 2023

    Sullivan Pond Camp

    Sullivan Pond, Winthrop WA

    Nice, quiet dispersed camping next to Sullivan Pond near Winthrop Washington. Recommend 4wd with good clearance. Washington Discover Pass required.

  • Z
    Camper-submitted photo from NF Dispersed Camping
    Jul. 3, 2023

    NF Dispersed Camping

    Deep in the woods

    Really deep into the woods. Driveway is a little rough but I made it in a car. All the other paid campsites were packed but found a few open spots here on the 4th of July weekend. Right next to the river! This app is great. Never would have found this!

  • Bryan J.
    Camper-submitted photo from Old Cascades Highway Dispersed
    Jun. 29, 2023

    Old Cascades Highway Dispersed

    Quiet, easy spot!

    We were planning to stay in Leavenworth, but that got sketchy, so we came up here to this dispersed spot, and it's beautiful, quiet, and easy. Enjoyed the sounds of the waterfall/river all night, never heard a single car.

  • Russel M.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from NF Dispersed Camping
    Mar. 31, 2023

    NF Dispersed Camping

    Beautiful

    No rain while I was there but I dont imagine it would get too muddy/sloppy. The road does have minimal gravel lining it. (CLEARANCE NEEDED - around the same amount as the Subaru line of vehicles or greater - 4wd not necessary)

    Beautiful area, small town nearby where you could likely pick up a few things. I didnt stop. Gas station nearby.

    There is a fast flowing stream with crystal clear water. Quiet mountain/forest area. No sounds of civilization. Multiple turnouts/improvised camping spaces. Keep driving till you find one you like. Easy to access the creak bank at any point along the road by walking through a little brush.

  • Lauren M.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from NF Dispersed Camping
    Aug. 23, 2022

    NF Dispersed Camping

    Great location

    The location is amazing!!!! Sadly though the campsites are not well cared for. I stayed at two different sites, one toward the end of the road and one closer to hwy 20. The end of the road spot did require 4wheel drive and higher clearance (suv height), the one closer to hwy 20 could have easily been driven to in a std. car. The river was gorgeous! The further down the road the likelihood you won’t have access to the river (creek). Both sites were straight up trashed! Trash everywhere!!! The site closer to hwy 20 had both trash and food debris (pineapple and coconut shell) everywhere. The tent pad was completely unusable because of trash. This site has a gorgeous water access but again found plastic bags floating on the creek edge. The site further down was littered with toilet paper and a huge polystyrene cooler full of “waste” so gross. I just used these spots as jumping off point for my hikes in the cascades and I slept in my car so it was a fine stay both times.

  • Alan-Mark I.
    Camper-submitted photo from Secret Camping Spot #1
    Aug. 16, 2022

    Secret Camping Spot #1

    Bare Necessities

    A place to sleep. You can set up tent on the elevated ridge you see as you drive in off the pull-off from the hwy. But be mindful of the cactuses, these are small but quite sharp.



Guide to Stehekin

Camping near Stehekin, Washington, offers a unique blend of stunning scenery and outdoor adventures. With beautiful lakes, hiking trails, and a peaceful atmosphere, it's a great spot for families and solo adventurers alike.

What to do:

  • Hiking: There are numerous trails in the area. Many campers enjoy the nearby hikes, with one reviewer noting, "This is a good basecamp for exploring the North Cascades. We visit Maple Pass, Blue Lake, Cutthroat Lake and other hikes nearby" at Pearrygin Lake State Park Campground.
  • Water Activities: Kayaking and swimming are popular. One camper mentioned, "We did a lot of kayaking early and later in the day and had a wonderful time. The water was calm like glass and so clear" at Lake Chelan State Park Campground.
  • Wildlife Watching: The area is rich in wildlife. A visitor shared, "We were treated to nightly screaming of elk in the distance" while camping at Lake Wenatchee State Park Campground.

What campers like:

  • Scenic Views: Campers rave about the beautiful surroundings. One review states, "Beautiful campground with many large shaded sites along Lake Diablo. Absolutely gorgeous" at Colonial Creek South Campground.
  • Clean Facilities: Many appreciate the well-maintained restrooms and showers. A camper noted, "The restrooms were the cleanest of any campground I have been to in years!" at Colonial Creek North Campground.
  • Privacy: Campers enjoy the spacious sites. One visitor mentioned, "Most sites are relatively private, 2 tiered with tables/fire pits above or below the parking area" at Klipchuck Campground.

What you should know:

  • Mosquitoes: Be prepared for bugs, especially in warmer months. One camper warned, "The amount of mosquitoes were off the chart. Even with multiple means of combating them, it was a losing battle" at Colonial Creek South Campground.
  • Limited Amenities: Some campgrounds may lack certain amenities. A visitor at Nason Creek Campground mentioned, "Some sites near the road, it's not a wilderness spot."
  • Access to Water: Not all campgrounds have drinking water. A camper at Marble Creek Campground noted, "No water, so pack yours in!"

Tips for camping with families:

  • Kid-Friendly Activities: Look for campgrounds with playgrounds. One reviewer said, "There is a nice play structure for kids" at Colonial Creek South Campground.
  • Choose Spacious Sites: Opt for campgrounds with larger sites for more room to play. A camper at Pearrygin Lake State Park Campground mentioned, "Most of the sites are large with lots of privacy."
  • Plan for Weather: Be ready for changing weather conditions. A visitor shared, "The weather was cool but not unmanageable" at Lake Wenatchee State Park Campground.

Tips from RVers:

  • Check Site Sizes: Make sure your RV fits the site. One reviewer at Klipchuck Campground noted, "Few sites are long enough for larger rigs and turns are tight in the loops."
  • Book Early: Popular spots fill up fast. A camper at Lake Chelan State Park Campground advised, "I booked in January for an early June trip, and it was almost full already."
  • Bring Cash: Some campgrounds only accept cash for fees. A visitor at Klipchuck Campground mentioned, "Make sure you have cash or check to pay in the Dropbox."

Camping near Stehekin, Washington, is a fantastic way to enjoy the great outdoors, with plenty of activities and beautiful scenery to explore.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Which is the most popular dispersed campsite near Stehekin, WA?

    According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular dispersed campground near Stehekin, WA is Cooper Mnt Rd Dispersed Camping with a 5-star rating from 2 reviews.

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