Purple Point Campground

North Cascades National Park — lakeside, fishing, hiking

Location: Stehekin, WA, WA

Price: From $20 per night

Rating: 4.5 out of 5 (28 reviews)

Season: May through October

As of March 1 2026, Purple Point and Lakeview Campgrounds at Stehekin Landing are managed by park concessions Guest Services, Inc. Camping in Stehekin - North Cascades National Park (U.S. National Park Service) Campgrounds in Lake Chelan National Recreation Area are walk-in sites located in the Stehekin Valley at the head of Lake Chelan.

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

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Flush Toilets, Drinking Water, Showers, Fishing

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

Purple Point offers scenic waterfront camping with excellent amenities including flush toilets, showers, and drinking water. Google reviewers praise its accessibility, phenomenal lake views, and appeal to hikers seeking a quiet retreat.

Wildlife alert: Black bears, mule deer, northern pacific rattlesnakes, and northern rubber boas documented in area

Insider tips for Purple Point Campground: Book early — federal campground fills up quickly Site 1 has 2 tent spots, good for groups Walk across the street to Purple Point dock for panoramic water views and swimming access

Skip Purple Point Campground if: You need RV hookups — no hookups available. You're visiting November through April — campground is closed seasonally. You prefer larger campgrounds — only 6 tent sites total.

Best time to visit Purple Point Campground: May-October — Campground operates seasonally May through October only.

Nearby campgrounds: Lakeview Campground (Stehekin) (Stehekin, WA), Harlequin Campground (Stehekin, WA), Twisp River Horse Camp (WA), Poplar Flat (WA).

Cell Phone Coverage at Purple Point Campground

Cell signal at Purple Point Campground (Stehekin, 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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Stehekin, WA, WA★ 4.5 (28 reviews)From $20/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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As of March 1 2026, Purple Point and Lakeview Campgrounds at Stehekin Landing are managed by park concessions Guest Services, Inc. Camping in Stehekin - North Cascades National Park (U.S. National Park Service) Campgrounds in Lake Chelan National Recreation Area are walk-in sites located in the Stehekin Valley at the head of Lake Chelan.

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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
HookupsNo hookups.
PetsAllowed
CampfiresAllowed
Max/site6 people

Amenities

RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verified
Essentials
Fire RingsDrinking Water
Recreation
Picnic TablesShowers
Family & Pets
Flush 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 RV hookups — no hookups available✕ You're visiting November through April — campground is closed seasonally✕ You prefer larger campgrounds — only 6 tent sites total

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

Book early

federal campground fills up quickly

Site 1 has 2 tent spots, good for groups

Walk across the street to Purple Point dock for panoramic water views and swimming access

Best: May-October

Campground operates seasonally May through October only

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: Black bears, mule deer, northern pacific rattlesnakes, and northern rubber boas documented in area

Location

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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 — North Cascades National Park fills fast in peak season.
  • Check current road conditions at North Cascades National Park 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 Purple Point Campground cost per night?+
Purple Point Campground costs $20 per night. Hookup options: No hookups.
What season is Purple Point Campground open?+
Purple Point Campground is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Purple Point Campground have hookups?+
No hookups.
What is the maximum RV length at Purple Point Campground?+
Purple Point Campground is primarily a tent camping facility.
How do I make reservations at Purple Point Campground?+
Purple Point 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 Purple Point Campground?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Purple Point Campground is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Purple Point Campground open, and what are check-in times?+
Purple Point Campground is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.

Official resources

Purple Point Campground Official Website
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●Data sources on this page
Recreation.gov — Live site availability — updated every 30 min
recreation.gov · RIDB API
National Weather Service — Live hourly forecast + active alerts
api.weather.gov · open-meteo.com
Google Air Quality API — Live AQI at exact campground coordinates
airquality.googleapis.com
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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$20 /night★ 4.5 (28)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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Harlequin Campground

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Poplar Flat

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