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Harlequin Campground — Lake Chelan National Recreation Area

Harlequin Campground is located near Marblemount in the North Cascades National Park. The terrain features dense forests and rugged mountain landscapes. Campers can experience temperatures ranging from 30°F in winter to 80°F in summer and explore nearby attractions like Lake Chelan and the Cascade Pass Trail.

Description

National Park Service

North Cascades National Park

Overview

Campgrounds in Lake Chelan National Recreation Area are walk-in sites located in the Stehekin Valley. Harlequin Camp is located along the Stehekin River, 4.5 miles up the Stehekin Valley Road from Stehekin Landing and approximately 6.5 miles from High Bridge. Stehekin is a remote community with limited facilities and is only accessible by foot, boat, or plane.__There is some shared parking at the campground for a limited number of vehicles but all sites are considered walk-in.

Recreation

Visitors can access several trails from the campground area, such as the Stehekin River Trail, Company Creek Trail, and Rainbow Loop. Many of these trails also lead to other backcountry trails and the opportunity for longer wilderness backpacks. A backcountry permit is required for overnight stays in the backcountry. Other trails along the Stehekin Valley Road can be reached by foot, bike, or shuttle bus. Visitors can boat, fish, and swim (although the water is a chilly 45 degrees) in Lake Chelan or the Stehekin River. Bears do inhabit the area, so care should be taken when hiking, picnicking, or camping.

Contact Info

For facility specific information, please call (360) 854-7200.

Nearby Attractions

Stehekin is a gateway into the east side of the North Cascades National Park Service Complex. Many short to multi-day backpacking trips begin in the Stehekin area. Other attractions in the area are the historic Buckner Orchard, where visitors can pick apples in the fall, and Rainbow Falls, a 312-foot waterfall near the Stehekin Valley Road.

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Location

Harlequin Campground — Lake Chelan National Recreation Area is located in Washington

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Directions

There are no roads that connect Stehekin to the rest of Washington. Access is via foot, boat, or plane.\_\_Head north on Stehekin Valley Road from the Landing approximately 4.5 miles and turn left at the large Harlequin Bridge. The campground is the first left after crossing the river.

Coordinates

48.347744 N
120.713821 W

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