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Swauk Campground

Swauk Campground is located near Cle Elum, WA, surrounded by forested terrain with a mix of pine and fir trees. The area experiences temperatures ranging from 30°F in winter to 80°F in summer. Nearby attractions include the Teanaway Community Forest and the Cle Elum Lake, offering opportunities for hiking and water activities.

Description

National Forest

CLOSED for 2019 season A beautiful campground nestled in a grove of large Ponderosa Pine and western Larch trees. The campground offers 19 single campsites, 2 double campsites, and a picnic shelter.

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Location

Swauk Campground is located in Washington

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Directions

n Cle Elum, WA, take State Rt. 903 east, which becomes State Rt. 970, to US Rt. 97. Proceed north on Rt. 97 for 20.4 miles to campground on right. NOTE: From point where State Rt. 903 becomes State Rt. 970, it is about 9.6 miles to US Rt. 97.

Coordinates

47.32799299 N
120.661699 W

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Access

  • Drive-In
    Park next to your site

Stay Connected

  • WiFi
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  • AT&T
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  • T-Mobile
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Site Types

  • Tent Sites
  • RV Sites
  • Standard (Tent/RV)

Features

For Campers

  • Trash
  • Picnic Table
  • Firewood Available
  • Toilets
  • Pets
  • Fires

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Reviewed Jul. 11, 2021

Avoid the weekend after July 4

I stayed there for one night on a Thursday. For such a small campground it was really full. It turns out that for the last 62 years, this campground is taken over by a large family reunion the weekend after the Fourth of July. They easily had 75 people there already and were expecting at least that many more. If you avoid that weekend, then it’s a nice campground except that it is right next to the highway. As a layover it’s fine. I wouldn’t make it a destination place though.

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Reviewed Aug. 8, 2020

Not recommended for RV’s - slides & 25’+

We were able to park our 33’ RV with F250 long bed in site 15 but not without skill and ingenuity. The front hitch was as low as it could go and still not level. Highway 97 noise from semi trucks using the Jake brake to slow down finally stopped around 10PM. No pay envelopes available. The rangers said they were out so it was free. No cellular or dump station.

  • Review photo of Swauk Campground by Jeffry G., August 8, 2020
  • Review photo of Swauk Campground by Jeffry G., August 8, 2020
  • Review photo of Swauk Campground by Jeffry G., August 8, 2020
Reviewed Jul. 27, 2020

NOT A PARK FOR BIG RIGS

this is a very small park with a very narrow road. more suited for rents or RV's under 30'. beautifully forested area tho' and wish could have gotten our 41' 5th wheel in

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Are fires allowed at Swauk Campground?

    Yes, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, fires are allowed at Swauk Campground, although make sure to check current fire restrictions in the area.

  • Does Swauk Campground have wifi?

    No, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, Swauk Campground does not have wifi.