Pine Flats Group Campground

Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest — riverside, hiking

Location: ENTIAT, WA, WA

Price: From $75 per night

Rating: 2.2 out of 5 (4 reviews)

Season: May through October

Pine Flats group site is located next to the Mad River within the Pine Flats Campground, in the Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest, on the Entiat Ranger District. Visitors have easy access to the Mad River trailhead which connects to several multiple-use trails. The campground contains two vault toilets, garbage service, and a hand pump for potable water.The campground is situated on the banks of the Mad River, at an elevation of 1,621 feet.

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

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

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

Pine Flats Group Campground offers a scenic riverside setting with excellent trail access for hiking, mountain biking, and horseback riding within the Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest. Campers consistently praise its quiet atmosphere and generous site sizes, with a 4.6/5 rating from 20 Google reviews.

Wildlife alert: Rocky Mountain Mule Deer, Yellow-bellied Marmot, American Kestrel, White-breasted Nuthatch, Cassin's Vireo, Say's Phoebe, and various bird species documented in the area. Note: River current is strong and can be hazardous.

Insider tips for Pine Flats Group Campground: Book early — this is a popular federal campground with limited 1 group site Bring your own drinking water to supplement the hand pump Pack out all trash; garbage service available but pack-in/pack-out is expected Access Mad River trailhead directly from campground for multiple-use trail connections

Skip Pine Flats Group Campground if: You need RV hookups — no hookups available, only suitable for self-contained RVs. You require camping outside May-October season. You have concerns about strong river currents near campsites.

Best time to visit Pine Flats Group Campground: May-October — Campground operates seasonally May through October only. August — Peak season with confirmed camper activity and strong water flow for recreation.

Nearby campgrounds: Pine Flats Campground (ENTIAT, WA), Steliko Lookout (Entiat, WA), Tyee Lookout (Entiat, WA), Deep Creek Campground (WA).

Cell Phone Coverage at Pine Flats Group Campground

Cell signal at Pine Flats Group Campground (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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ENTIAT, WA, WA★ 2.2 (4 reviews)From $75/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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Pine Flats group site is located next to the Mad River within the Pine Flats Campground, in the Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest, on the Entiat Ranger District. Visitors have easy access to the Mad River trailhead which connects to several multiple-use trails. The campground contains two vault toilets, garbage service, and a hand pump for potable water.The campground is situated on the banks of the Mad River, at an elevation of 1,621 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 RV25 ft
HookupsNo hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
PetsAllowed
Max/site6 people

Amenities

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Essentials
Fire RingsDrinking Water
Recreation
Picnic Tables
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, only suitable for self-contained RVs✕ You require camping outside May-October season✕ You have concerns about strong river currents near campsites

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

Book early

this is a popular federal campground with limited 1 group site

Bring your own drinking water to supplement the hand pump

Pack out all trash; garbage service available but pack-in/pack-out is expected

Access Mad River trailhead directly from campground for multiple-use trail connections

Best: May-October

Campground operates seasonally May through October only

Best: August

Peak season with confirmed camper activity and strong water flow for recreation

Things to do nearby

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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: Rocky Mountain Mule Deer, Yellow-bellied Marmot, American Kestrel, White-breasted Nuthatch, Cassin's Vireo, Say's Phoebe, and various bird species documented in the area. Note: River current is strong and can be hazardous.

Location

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Getting there →

From Wenatchee, travel north on US-97A (west side of Columbia River) for 14.4 miles to Entiat. Just after the bridge turn left onto Entiat River Road (County Road #19) and travel north 9.5 miles to the community of Ardenvoir. Go beyond the general store and turn left on Mad River Road / Forest Road 5700 and travel 4 miles to Pine Flats Campground.

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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 Pine Flats Group Campground cost per night?+
Pine Flats Group Campground costs $75 per night. Hookup options: No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What season is Pine Flats Group Campground open?+
Pine Flats Group Campground is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Pine Flats Group Campground have hookups?+
No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What is the maximum RV length at Pine Flats Group Campground?+
Pine Flats Group Campground can accommodate RVs up to 25 feet.
How do I make reservations at Pine Flats Group Campground?+
Pine Flats Group 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 Pine Flats Group Campground?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Pine Flats Group Campground is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Pine Flats Group Campground open, and what are check-in times?+
Pine Flats Group Campground is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.

Official resources

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$75 /night★ 2.2 (4)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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