Owhi Campground

Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest — lakeside

Location: Cle Elum, WA, WA

Price: From $22 per night

Rating: 2 out of 5 (1 reviews)

Season: May through October

This location is available on a first-come, first-served basis only. Visitors are required to physically arrive at the campground to purchase and claim a site. Once on-site, you may be able to pay for your campsite(s) by scanning a QR code using the Recreation.gov mobile app, and the Scan and Pay feature.

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/owhi-campground to be notified when sites open up.

Affordable at $22/night with waterfront sites and easy lake access. Campers consistently praise the beautiful views and idyllic setting.

Wildlife alert: American Pika, Snowshoe Hare, Rocky Mountain Mule Deer, Douglas' Squirrel, Pileated Woodpecker, Red-breasted Sapsucker, Northern Alligator Lizard, Valley Garter Snake

Insider tips for Owhi Campground: First-come, first-served only—arrive early to secure a waterfront site Download Recreation.gov mobile app before arrival to use Scan and Pay feature on-site Walk-in sites from parking area—be prepared to carry gear downhill to campsites

Skip Owhi Campground if: You need hookups—no hookups available. You require advance reservations—first-come, first-served only. You're visiting outside May-October—seasonal operations only.

Best time to visit Owhi Campground: May-October — Campground operates seasonally during this period only.

Nearby campgrounds: Salmon La Sac (Ronald, WA), Cayuse Horse Camp (RONALD, WA), Red Mountain Campground (Cle Elum, WA), Kachess (Easton, WA).

Cell Phone Coverage at Owhi Campground

Cell signal at Owhi Campground (Cle Elum, 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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Cle Elum, WA, WA★ 2 (1 reviews)From $22/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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This location is available on a first-come, first-served basis only. Visitors are required to physically arrive at the campground to purchase and claim a site. Once on-site, you may be able to pay for your campsite(s) by scanning a QR code using the Recreation.gov mobile app, and the Scan and Pay feature.

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Verified facts

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Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
SeasonMay through October
Stay limit14 days
HookupsNo hookups.
Max/site6 people

Amenities

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Essentials
Fire Rings
Recreation
Picnic Tables

Straight talk

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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 hookups—no hookups available✕ You require advance reservations—first-come, first-served only✕ You're visiting outside May-October—seasonal operations only

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

First-come, first-served only

arrive early to secure a waterfront site

Download Recreation.gov mobile app before arrival to use Scan and Pay feature on-site

Walk-in sites from parking area

be prepared to carry gear downhill to campsites

Best: May-October

Campground operates seasonally during this period only

Things to do nearby

RIDB /activities /recareas + intel

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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: American Pika, Snowshoe Hare, Rocky Mountain Mule Deer, Douglas' Squirrel, Pileated Woodpecker, Red-breasted Sapsucker, Northern Alligator Lizard, Valley Garter Snake

Location

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Getting there →

From Cle Elum, take State Highway 903 north 16 miles then turn left on Forest Road 46 / Cooper River Road. Travel about 5.3 miles and turn right on Road 4616. Continue about one half mile to the campground which is to the left on spur road 113.

Campground entrance

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Community

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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 Owhi Campground cost per night?+
Owhi Campground costs $22 per night. Hookup options: No hookups.
What season is Owhi Campground open?+
Owhi Campground is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Owhi Campground have hookups?+
No hookups.
What is the maximum RV length at Owhi Campground?+
Owhi Campground is primarily a tent camping facility.
How do I make reservations at Owhi Campground?+
Owhi 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 Owhi Campground?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Owhi Campground is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Owhi Campground open, and what are check-in times?+
Owhi Campground is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.

Official resources

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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
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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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$22 /night★ 2 (1)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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