Eightmile Campground

Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest — lakeside

Location: Leavenworth, WA, WA

Price: From $27 per night

Price range: $27–$54 per night

Rating: 4.5 out of 5 (210 reviews)

Season: May through October

Nestled in a forest canopy of pine and fir on the banks of Icicle Creek, Eightmile Campground in Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest offers a peaceful setting for friends and family.This location has limited staffing. Please call (661) 702-1420 for general information.The Eightmile Campground has 41 single family campsites and 4 double family campsites. All have picnic tables and fire rings.

Cell coverage (FCC estimate): none signal. Actual signal may vary in remote areas.

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables

Availability alerts: Set a free cancellation alert at camperwatch.org/campground/eightmile-campground to be notified when sites open up.

Nestled on the banks of Icicle Creek in Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest, this well-maintained campground offers plenty of shade, river access, and proximity to hiking trails like Snow Lakes. Google reviewers consistently praise its cleanliness, helpful hosts, and peaceful forest setting.

Wildlife alert: Mountain goats, ground squirrels, chipmunks, western tanagers, mountain chickadees, and gopher snakes verified in the area.

Insider tips for Eightmile Campground: Book early — this is a popular federal campground with only 25 sites. Camp near the river for direct Icicle Creek access as confirmed by multiple reviewers. Snow Lakes Trailhead is 8 minutes away for day hiking opportunities.

Skip Eightmile Campground if: You need RV hookups — no hookups available, only suitable for self-contained RVs.. You visit outside May-October — seasonal operations only.. You require shower facilities — none available at campground..

Best time to visit Eightmile Campground: July-August — Peak summer season with optimal weather for hiking, fishing, and river activities within the May-October operating window..

Nearby campgrounds: Eightmile Group Site (LEAVENWORTH, WA), Bridge Creek Group Site (LEAVENWORTH, WA), Icicle Group Campground (Leavenworth, WA), Johnny Creek (Leavenworth, WA).

Cell Phone Coverage at Eightmile Campground

Cell signal at Eightmile Campground (Leavenworth, WA): none overall signal based on FCC broadband data.

Coverage data source: FCC Broadband Data Collection (BDC). Actual signal may vary due to terrain, tree cover, and distance from towers. Camper reports are more reliable than coverage maps in remote areas.

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Leavenworth, WA, WA★ 4.5 (210 reviews)From $27/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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Nestled in a forest canopy of pine and fir on the banks of Icicle Creek, Eightmile Campground in Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest offers a peaceful setting for friends and family.This location has limited staffing. Please call (661) 702-1420 for general information.The Eightmile Campground has 41 single family campsites and 4 double family campsites. All have picnic tables and fire rings.

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Verified facts

RIDB / Recreation.gov official database
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
SeasonMay through October
Stay limit14 days
Max RV47 ft
HookupsNo hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
ADA sites20 sites
PetsAllowed
CampfiresAllowed
Max/site6 people

Amenities

RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verified
Essentials
Fire Rings
Recreation
Picnic Tables

Straight talk

CamperWatch intel · curated from camper reports

Known issues, each with the workaround. Read before you book.

Known issuesFederal campground — book early. No hookups at most sites. Seasonal operations.
Skip it if:✕ You need RV hookups — no hookups available, only suitable for self-contained RVs.✕ You visit outside May-October — seasonal operations only.✕ You require shower facilities — none available at campground.

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

Book early

this is a popular federal campground with only 25 sites.

Camp near the river for direct Icicle Creek access as confirmed by multiple reviewers.

Snow Lakes Trailhead is 8 minutes away for day hiking opportunities.

Best: July-August

Peak summer season with optimal weather for hiking, fishing, and river activities within the May-October operating window.

Things to do nearby

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Cell signal

FCC BDC · quarterly dataset
T-Mobile
4G · 0%
Verizon
4G · 0%
AT&T
4G · 0%

FCC maps are theoretical — camper reports confirm signal.

Wildlife nearby

iNaturalist · research-grade · 8 km
Alert: Mountain goats, ground squirrels, chipmunks, western tanagers, mountain chickadees, and gopher snakes verified in the area.

Location

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Getting there →

From the west, take Highway 2 east through Monroe and over Steven's Pass. Turn right on Icicle River Road and follow for approximately 8 miles. The campground will be on the left. From the east, take Highway 2 west through Leavenworth. Turn left on Icicle River Road and follow road approximately 8 miles to the campground on the left.

Campground entrance

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Pro tips

  • Book on recreation.gov exactly 6 months ahead at 10am ET — Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest fills fast in peak season.
  • Check current road conditions at Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest before arrival — seasonal closures common.

Frequently asked questions

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How much does Eightmile Campground cost per night?+
Eightmile Campground costs $27–$54 per night. Hookup options: No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What season is Eightmile Campground open?+
Eightmile Campground is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Eightmile Campground have hookups?+
No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What is the maximum RV length at Eightmile Campground?+
Eightmile Campground can accommodate RVs up to 47 feet.
How do I make reservations at Eightmile Campground?+
Eightmile Campground is a federal campground — book 6 months ahead at Recreation.gov. Set a free CamperWatch cancellation alert to be notified the moment a site opens.
What is the cell service like at Eightmile Campground?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Eightmile Campground is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Eightmile Campground open, and what are check-in times?+
Eightmile Campground is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.

Official resources

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●Data sources on this page
Recreation.gov — Live site availability — updated every 30 min
recreation.gov · RIDB API
National Weather Service — Live hourly forecast + active alerts
api.weather.gov · open-meteo.com
Google Air Quality API — Live AQI at exact campground coordinates
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iNaturalist — Research-grade wildlife within 8km
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Google Pollen API — Today’s tree, grass & weed pollen forecast
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FCC Broadband Map — Verizon, AT&T, T-Mobile 4G/5G coverage data
broadbandmap.fcc.gov · quarterly
Sunrise-Sunset.org — Sunrise, sunset & golden hour for today
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Google Street View — Campground entrance & access road imagery
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RIDB — ADA sites, hookups, toilets, pets, campfire rules, bear boxes, max RV, activities, contact, directions
ridb.recreation.gov · /facilities /campsites /activities /links /recareas

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$27 /night★ 4.5 (210)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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