Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest — lakeside, fishing, hiking
Location: Easton, WA, WA
Price: From $27 per night
Price range: $27–$158 per night
Rating: 4.1 out of 5 (375 reviews)
Season: May through October
Kachess Campground sits just off the forested northwest shore of Kachess Lake in Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest. Set in dense old-growth conifer forest and surrounded by high mountains, Kachess Campground is considered one of the most beautiful sites in the Cle Elum Ranger District.Towering peaks, high-country lakes and old-growth forests provide visitors with a variety of landscapes. Kachess Lake, adjacent to the campground, is a reservoir that stores and provides water for irrigation for s
Cell coverage (FCC estimate): strong signal. Actual signal may vary in remote areas. Best carrier: T-Mobile. Verizon 4G: 100%. AT&T 4G: 100%. T-Mobile 4G: 100%.
Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Vault Toilets, Drinking Water, Electric Hookups, Fishing, Boat Launch
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Kachess Campground sits on the forested northwest shore of Kachess Lake in Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest and is considered one of the most beautiful sites in the Cle Elum Ranger District. Google reviewers consistently praise it as a peaceful, forested retreat with excellent campground hosts and well-maintained facilities.
Wildlife alert: Expect to see Mule Deer, Snowshoe Hare, Douglas' Squirrel, American Pika, and various birds including Western Tanager and Sooty Grouse. Reptiles present include Northern Alligator Lizard, Northwestern Garter Snake, and Northern Rubber Boa.
Insider tips for Kachess: Book early — this is a federal campground with high demand Electric hookups available on select sites only; plan accordingly Campground hosts Christina, Nick, and Katrina are noted as friendly and professional and can assist with site selection
Skip Kachess if: You need water or sewer hookups — only electric hookups on select sites. You're visiting outside May-October — campground is closed seasonally. You prefer less crowded conditions — book early recommendation indicates high demand.
Best time to visit Kachess: May-October — Campground operates seasonally May through October only. Summer-Early Fall — Prime season for fishing, swimming, boating, paddling, and mountain biking.
Nearby campgrounds: East Kachess Group Site (CLE ELUM, WA), Owhi Campground (Cle Elum, WA), Cle Elum River Group Site (Ronald, WA), Red Mountain Campground (Cle Elum, WA).
Cell signal at Kachess (Easton, WA): strong overall signal based on FCC broadband data. Best carrier: T-Mobile.
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.
Kachess Campground sits just off the forested northwest shore of Kachess Lake in Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest. Set in dense old-growth conifer forest and surrounded by high mountains, Kachess Campground is considered one of the most beautiful sites in the Cle Elum Ranger District.Towering peaks, high-country lakes and old-growth forests provide visitors with a variety of landscapes. Kachess Lake, adjacent to the campground, is a reservoir that stores and provides water for irrigation for south-central Washington.
Known issues, each with the workaround. Read before you book.
Book early
this is a federal campground with high demand
Electric hookups available on select sites only; plan accordingly
Campground hosts Christina, Nick, and Katrina are noted as friendly and professional and can assist with site selection
Campground operates seasonally May through October only
Prime season for fishing, swimming, boating, paddling, and mountain biking
FCC maps are theoretical — camper reports confirm signal. Best carrier: T-Mobile.









From Seattle, travel east on I-90 approximately 62 miles, or from Cle Elum travel west on I-90 approximately 20 miles. Take exit 62 and follow Kachess Lake Road for 5.5 miles to the campground, which is on the right.
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