Lake Creek Campground - Entiat River

Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest — lakeside, hiking

Location: ENTIAT, WA, WA

Price: From $15 per night

Rating: 4.1 out of 5 (21 reviews)

Season: May through October

Nestled in the Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest on the Entiat Ranger District, Lake Creek Campground offers visitors some of the most stunning scenery in the central Washington area with easy access to an abundance of recreational activities such as hiking, motorcycle riding, and mountain biking. This campground offers 18 sites that accommodate both tent and RV camping. Hookups are not available and the maximum trailer length is 28 feet.

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

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Vault Toilets, Drinking Water, Electric Hookups

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

Lake Creek Campground offers 18 spacious sites in the Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest with excellent recreational access to hiking, mountain biking, and horseback riding. Campers consistently praise the large, well-spaced sites and well-maintained fire pits, with a 4.6/5 rating from 27 Google reviews.

Wildlife alert: Barred Owl, American Dipper, Black-capped Chickadee, Spruce Grouse, Douglas's Squirrel, and Charina bottae (rubber boa) documented in the area.

Insider tips for Lake Creek Campground - Entiat River: Book early—this is a federal campground with high demand. Site 1 is exceptionally large with room for large tents and vehicles. Only 9 of 18 sites are reservable; plan accordingly for first-come availability.

Skip Lake Creek Campground - Entiat River if: You need RV hookups; no hookups available at most sites.. You have a trailer longer than 28 feet.. You need camping outside May through October (seasonal closure)..

Best time to visit Lake Creek Campground - Entiat River: May — Opening day (May 1) confirmed available with minimal bugs and fewer crowds.. September — Labor Day weekend reviews indicate excellent conditions and wonderful camping experience..

Nearby campgrounds: Fox Creek (Entiat, WA), Silver Falls Campground (Entiat, WA), Tyee Lookout (Entiat, WA), Three Creek Group Site - Okanogan-Wenatchee Nf (Entiat, WA).

Cell Phone Coverage at Lake Creek Campground - Entiat River

Cell signal at Lake Creek Campground - Entiat River (ENTIAT, 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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Lake Creek Campground - Entiat River

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ENTIAT, WA, WA★ 4.1 (21 reviews)From $15/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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Nestled in the Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest on the Entiat Ranger District, Lake Creek Campground offers visitors some of the most stunning scenery in the central Washington area with easy access to an abundance of recreational activities such as hiking, motorcycle riding, and mountain biking. This campground offers 18 sites that accommodate both tent and RV camping. Hookups are not available and the maximum trailer length is 28 feet.

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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 RV30 ft
HookupsNo hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
PetsAllowed
CampfiresAllowed
Max/site6 people

Amenities

RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verified
Essentials
Fire RingsDrinking Water
Recreation
Picnic TablesElectric Hookups
Family & Pets
Vault Toilets

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 at most sites.✕ You have a trailer longer than 28 feet.✕ You need camping outside May through October (seasonal closure).

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

Book early

this is a federal campground with high demand.

Site 1 is exceptionally large with room for large tents and vehicles.

Only 9 of 18 sites are reservable; plan accordingly for first-come availability.

Best: May

Opening day (May 1) confirmed available with minimal bugs and fewer crowds.

Best: September

Labor Day weekend reviews indicate excellent conditions and wonderful camping experience.

Things to do nearby

RIDB /activities /recareas + intel

Conditions today

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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: Barred Owl, American Dipper, Black-capped Chickadee, Spruce Grouse, Douglas's Squirrel, and Charina bottae (rubber boa) documented in the area.

Location

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Getting there →

From Wenatchee, WA, travel approximately 14 miles north on Highway 97A and turn left onto Entiat River Road. Travel approximately 27.4 miles on Entiat Rive Road to Lake Creek Campground. From Chelan, WA, travel approximately 18 miles south on Highway 97A and turn right onto Entiat River Road. Travel approximately 27.4 miles on Entiat Rive Road to Lake Creek Campground.

Campground entrance

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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.
  • Bear country — store all food in bear boxes or locked vehicle at all times.

Frequently asked questions

RIDB facts + intel · FAQPage schema, speakable
How much does Lake Creek Campground - Entiat River cost per night?+
Lake Creek Campground - Entiat River costs $15 per night. Hookup options: No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What season is Lake Creek Campground - Entiat River open?+
Lake Creek Campground - Entiat River is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Lake Creek Campground - Entiat River have hookups?+
No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What is the maximum RV length at Lake Creek Campground - Entiat River?+
Lake Creek Campground - Entiat River can accommodate RVs up to 30 feet.
How do I make reservations at Lake Creek Campground - Entiat River?+
Lake Creek Campground - Entiat River 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 Lake Creek Campground - Entiat River?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Lake Creek Campground - Entiat River is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Lake Creek Campground - Entiat River open, and what are check-in times?+
Lake Creek Campground - Entiat River 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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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
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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
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$15 /night★ 4.1 (21)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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