Rock Island

Federal campground in Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest

Location: Leavenworth, WA, WA

Price: From $24 per night

Rating: 4 out of 5 (0 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/rock-island to be notified when sites open up.

Rock Island offers a scenic, well-maintained campground in an easily accessible area with epic river and gorge views. At $24/night on a first-come, first-served basis, it's an affordable option for tent camping near Leavenworth.

Wildlife alert: Mountain goats, American pikas, cascade golden-mantled ground squirrels, yellow-pine chipmunks, cedar waxwings, American robins, American dippers, and western tanagers documented in the area.

Insider tips for Rock Island: Bring exact cash for drop box payment—no change given. Download the Recreation.gov mobile app before arrival to use Scan and Pay feature if available. Book early as this is a federal campground with limited sites (1 site listed).

Skip Rock Island if: You need hookups—no hookups available.. You require running water—this is a dry camp facility.. You prefer reservations—first-come, first-served only, physical arrival required to claim site..

Best time to visit Rock Island: May-October — Campground operates seasonally during these months only.. Summer — River and gorge scenery is especially epic in summer..

Nearby campgrounds: Blackpine Cr Horsecamp (Leavenworth, WA), Chatter Creek Group Site (LEAVENWORTH, WA), Ida Creek (Leavenworth, WA), Johnny Creek (Leavenworth, WA).