RVs only, no tents allowed: that's the first thing to know about Wenatchee River County Park before making a reservation. Managed by Chelan County and open April 1 through October 31, this drive-in campground in Monitor, Washington provides full hookups (electric, water, and sewer) on paved, level sites with a 50-foot maximum length. Sites run $40 per night with no additional taxes or fees, and same-day reservations require a phone call or walk-in; advance bookings can be made online. The campground accepts Passport America discounts on weeknights during April and October only.
Noise is the most consistent theme across reviews, and campers should know what they're getting into. Highway 2 runs along one side of the park, and active railroad tracks border another. Train horns sound at all hours. That said, multiple reviewers note the noise levels off after 10 p.m. and resumes around 6 a.m., and several say it didn't significantly affect their stay. "The sites are spread out nicely, never feeling crowded," notes eric J., which helps offset the industrial backdrop.
Cleanliness is a standout feature here. Restrooms are well-maintained, and coin-operated showers ($0.25 for four minutes) are consistently described as hot and clean. A small laundry room has two washers and two dryers, payable by credit card or app at $2.50 per load. The campground also has a book exchange, a fenced off-leash dog run, ice for sale, a dump station, propane fill (not available Sundays), and free WiFi that reviewers report works reliably. Cell reception is also described as good.
The Wenatchee River runs along the park, though access to the water is limited. The riverbank is overgrown and undeveloped, with fast-moving water and swim-at-own-risk signage. Campers looking for campgrounds near Monitor with more dispersed or tent-friendly options may find Horse Lake Road Dispersed -- Wenatchee Foothills a useful alternative. The park's location between Leavenworth and Wenatchee makes it a functional base for day trips to either town. Tobacco products are strictly prohibited throughout the grounds, and staff may ask about dog breeds at check-in. Book early for summer weekends; shoulder season in April and October offers lower rates and Passport America eligibility.
Description
Our park boasts 49 spacious sites, which includes 3 Pull-Thru, 4 Water & Electric, and 2 Dry Camps sites.(No Tent Camping) 43 of our sites are full hook-ups that include water, electric, and sewer.
RV Road Trip Guides
Map & DirectionsWenatchee River County Park is located in Washington near Monitor
Directions
Located 3 miles from Cashmere and Wenatchee. Wenatchee River County Park is located at 2924 State Hwy 2 just East of the traffic light at Main Street/Easy Street in Monitor. East bound on 2: Just east of the traffic light at Monitor look for the Brown sign announcing the turnoff to the park (it's about a 1,000 feet east of the light). Turn onto the frontage road and come back West about 800 feet to the park entrance on your left. West bound on 2: After leaving Wenatchee, you will come down a hill onto the "Monitor Flats". Get into the left hand lane and watch for the Brown park signs. You will have to turn left across oncoming traffic and then continue west on the frontage road 800 ft before turning left into the park.
Address
2924 US Hwy 2/97
Monitor, WA 98836
Coordinates
47.48484240340274 N
120.40981145689915 W
Connectivity
T-Mobile5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 2 usersLast on 7/11/26
VerizonLTESome CoverageVerified by 9 usersLast on 8/1/26- AT&TLTESome Coverage
Connectivity
- T-Mobile5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 2 usersLast on 7/11/26
- VerizonLTESome CoverageVerified by 9 usersLast on 8/1/26
- AT&TLTESome Coverage
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
Site Types
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Yurts
Features
For Campers
- ADA Access
- Trash
- Picnic Table
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- WiFi
- Showers
- Drinking Water
- Electric Hookups
- Toilets
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Sanitary Dump
- Sewer Hookups
- Water Hookups
- Pull-Through Sites
- 30 Amp Hookups
- 50 Amp Hookups
- Big Rig Friendly
Drive Time
- 11 min from Wenatchee, WA
- 1 hr 40 min from Yakima, WA
- 2 hrs 10 min from Seattle, WA
- 2 hrs 50 min from Bremerton, WA
