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Burke Lake South

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Pull-offs along the road through the Ancient Lakes area make up Burke Lake South, a drive-in and walk-in site on the northwest bank of Evergreen Reservoir within places to camp around Quincy Lakes. Sites are fully exposed with no shade, so spring visits before the heat sets in tend to work best. Pit toilets are nearby, AT&T and Sprint cell service is available, and a Washington Discover Pass is required. Anglers come for rainbow trout, while the canyon below gives access to a trail network open to hikers, mountain bikers, and horses. Arrive early on weekends, as spots fill by late afternoon.

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Map & DirectionsBurke Lake South is located in Washington near Quincy

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Coordinates

47.13395066 N
119.92547075 W

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Access

Drive-In
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Walk-In
Park in a lot, walk to your site.

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ADA Access
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Pull-Through Sites
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General Info

Drive Time

44 min from Wenatchee, WA
1 hr 28 min from Yakima, WA
1 hr 52 min from Kennewick, WA
2 hrs 32 min from Walla Walla, WA

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Visitors often highlighted the area's unique hiking opportunities and fishing access, though site availability can be limited on busy weekends. Basic facilities like pit toilets are provided throughout.

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Travis P.

Scout

Reviewed Mar. 8, 2025

Nice and quiet camping and fishing spot.

Limited amount of RV parking for dry camping. Nice little lake to fish rainbow trout.

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Month of VisitMarch

Jason G.

Guide

Reviewed Jun. 14, 2024

Lots of places along the entire road through here

There are multiple pull outs and established dispersed camping opportunities all along the entire road through the Ancient Lakes area. The specific spot marked on the dyrt map is just one spot. But consider this a review for the whole area.

The whole area is very unique, and the highlight is definitely hiking down into the canyon and Dusty Lake area. Spider web of trails down there open for hikers, mountain bikers, and horses. Overnight backpacking is allowed down there as well.

The upper lakes offer fishing and boating, paddle boarding as well if you are confident in your skill to stay on the board. I would not recommend swimming, or getting in the water at all, as it's all agricultural runoff.

The spot I stayed is south of the marker on the map, right on the north west bank of the Evergreen Reservoir. This was early April, on a Saturday, very late afternoon after hiking all day. Most spots were already taken, and I snagged one of the last established spots I could find. More of a pull off, pretty close to the road, and on the smaller side. But there are other, larger, spots if you can grab one.

Essentially no shade, very exposed, spring and fall would be the best time here.

Month of VisitApril

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Taylor K.

Legend

Reviewed Mar. 18, 2021

Wonderful lakeside dispersed

There are several pullouts in this whole area, not just this spot.

Well maintained flat gravel road, so you can bring any type of vehicle

There are pit toilets near each lake

Att and Sprint service

Discover Pass required ($35 a month). Can purchase online at discoverpass.wa.gov

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Ancient Lakes camping located in Washington?

Ancient Lakes camping is located in Eastern Washington near Quincy. The area features a well-maintained flat gravel road accessible to all vehicle types, with several pullouts and established dispersed camping opportunities throughout the entire Ancient Lakes region. The area is known for its unique landscape and offers multiple camping spots along the road that winds through this distinctive terrain.

Is there fishing available at Burke Lake near the Ancient Lakes camping area?

Yes, fishing is available at Burke Lake. The lake offers opportunities to catch rainbow trout. It's a nice small lake that provides a pleasant fishing experience for visitors camping in the Ancient Lakes area.

What permits or fees are required for camping at Ancient Lakes?

A Discover Pass is required for camping at Ancient Lakes. The pass costs $35 monthly and can be purchased online at discoverpass.wa.gov. This permit allows you to legally camp in the pullouts and established dispersed sites throughout the Ancient Lakes area. Be sure to display your pass properly when camping to avoid potential fines.

What camping facilities are available at Ancient Lakes near Quincy?

Ancient Lakes offers basic dispersed camping facilities. There are pit toilets located near each lake for visitor convenience. The area has multiple pullouts and established camping spots along the gravel road that runs through the region. The camping is dry (no hookups), with limited RV parking available. Cell service is available with both ATT and Sprint carriers reported to work in the area.

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