Established Camping
Nineteen Mile Campground — Okanogan Wenatchee National Forest
Warning 2 Alerts are In Effect
There are 2 alerts for this campground. Camp safely!
Warning 2 Alerts are In Effect
There are 2 alerts for this campground. Camp safely!
ALERT: A forest order to provide for public safety in the Glacier Peak Wilderness. The wilderness is closed along with associated trails, roads, and campgrounds due to the Pomas Fire. This order supersedes Order #06-17-25-05-14, dated June 30, 2025. This Order is effective July 18, 2025, through October 15, 2025, unless rescinded sooner. ALL CAMPGROUNDS ALONG CHIWAWA ROAD WILL BE CLOSED FOR THE REMAINDER OF THE SEASON.
ALERT: All USFS Campgrounds in the Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest are now under a STAGE TWO FIRE BAN as of July 2, 2025. The dates on the official order are from July 2nd to 10/15/2025 unless rescinded earlier.** No camp fires or open flame cooking with wood, charcoal, or wood pellet! The exception is that propane gas can be used as long as it has an on/off switch. No smoking out in the open, must be done either in your vehicle or within a building! Still no smoking in the restrooms! Fireworks are prohibited! Please use caution due to the dryness of our forests. Thank you!**
Nineteen Mile Campground is located in the Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest, surrounded by forested terrain. Temperatures range from 30°F in winter to 80°F in summer. Nearby attractions include the Methow Valley and North Cascades National Park, offering opportunities for hiking and exploring nature.
Description
Overview
This location is available on a first-come, first-served basis only. Visitors are required to physically arrive at the campground to purchase and claim a site. Once on-site, you may be able to pay for your campsite(s) by scanning a QR code using the Recreation.gov mobile app, and the Scan and Pay feature. If this option is available, you will need to first download the free Recreation.gov mobile app https://www.recreation.gov/mobile-app prior to your arrival as some remote areas have limited or no cellular service.
Facilities
Located along the Chiwawa River, 22 miles from Lake Wenatchee, this campground offers river access.
Contact Info
For facility specific information, please call (661) 702-1420.
Location
Nineteen Mile Campground — Okanogan Wenatchee National Forest is located in Washington
Coordinates
48.0195 N
120.828 W
Detours Nearby
Lake Valhalla Backcountry Camping
1 hr 19 min away
Refrigerator Harbor Campground
4 hrs away
Drive Time
- 1 hr 44 min from Wenatchee
- 2 hrs 46 min from Seattle
- 2 hrs 58 min from Mount Vernon
- 3 hrs 22 min from Bellingham
Access
Connectivity
T-MobileNo Coverage- VerizonNo Coverage
- AT&TNo Coverage
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
