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.
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.
Verified facts
RIDB / Recreation.gov official databaseAmenities
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CamperWatch intel · curated from camper reportsKnown issues, each with the workaround. Read before you book.
Insider tips & when to go
CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entryBook 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.
Opening day (May 1) confirmed available with minimal bugs and fewer crowds.
Labor Day weekend reviews indicate excellent conditions and wonderful camping experience.
Things to do nearby
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Wildlife nearby
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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.
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#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.
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