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Kachess

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

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

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 Phone Coverage at Kachess

Cell signal at Kachess (Easton, WA): strong overall signal based on FCC broadband data. Best carrier: T-Mobile.

  • Verizon 4G LTE: 100% coverage
  • AT&T 4G LTE: 100% coverage
  • T-Mobile 4G LTE: 100% coverage · T-Mobile 5G: 100%

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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Easton, WA, WA★ 4.1 (375 reviews)From $27/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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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.

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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 RV110 ft
HookupsElectric hookups on select sites. No water/sewer.
ADA sites2 sites
PetsAllowed
CampfiresAllowed
Max/site6 people

Amenities

RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verified
Essentials
Fire RingsDrinking WaterBoat Launch
Recreation
Picnic TablesElectric Hookups
Family & Pets
Vault ToiletsFishing

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 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

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

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

Best: May-October

Campground operates seasonally May through October only

Best: Summer-Early Fall

Prime season for fishing, swimming, boating, paddling, and mountain biking

Things to do nearby

RIDB /activities /recareas + intel

Conditions today

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Cell signal

FCC BDC · quarterly dataset
T-Mobile
4G + 5G · 100%
Verizon
4G · 100%
AT&T
4G · 100%

FCC maps are theoretical — camper reports confirm signal. Best carrier: T-Mobile.

Wildlife nearby

iNaturalist · research-grade · 8 km
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.

Location

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509-852-1100· Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest
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Getting there →

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.

Campground entrance

Google Maps API

Community

#community · posts, photos & Q&A · AI-moderated (Claude Vision)

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

RIDB facts + intel · FAQPage schema, speakable
How much does Kachess cost per night?+
Kachess costs $27–$158 per night. Hookup options: Electric hookups on select sites. No water/sewer.
What season is Kachess open?+
Kachess is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Kachess have hookups?+
Electric hookups on select sites. No water/sewer.
What is the maximum RV length at Kachess?+
Kachess can accommodate RVs up to 110 feet.
How do I make reservations at Kachess?+
Kachess 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 Kachess?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Kachess is rated strong. Best carrier: T-Mobile. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Kachess open, and what are check-in times?+
Kachess is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.

Official resources

Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest
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●Data sources on this page
Recreation.gov — Live site availability — updated every 30 min
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National Weather Service — Live hourly forecast + active alerts
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Google Air Quality API — Live AQI at exact campground coordinates
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iNaturalist — Research-grade wildlife within 8km
api.inaturalist.org
Google Pollen API — Today’s tree, grass & weed pollen forecast
pollen.googleapis.com
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
api.sunrise-sunset.org
Google Street View — Campground entrance & access road imagery
maps.googleapis.com
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★ 4.1 (375)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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Nearby Campgrounds

East Kachess Group Site

CLE ELUM, WA

From $65/night

Owhi Campground

Cle Elum, WA

From $22/night

Cle Elum River Group Site

Ronald, WA

From $158/night

Red Mountain Campground

Cle Elum, WA

From $22/night

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