Silver Falls Group Site

Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest — riverside, fishing, hiking

Location: Entiat, WA, WA

Price: From $125 per night

Rating: 4 out of 5 (2 reviews)

Season: May through October

Silver Falls Group site sits in a forested, mountain terrain on the banks of the Entiat River within the Silver Falls Campground. This is one of the more popular sites on the Entiat Ranger District. The cascading water of Silver Falls is a draw for many visitors to this particular area, which is especially refreshing in the summer heat.

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

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

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

Silver Falls Group Site sits on the banks of the Entiat River in forested mountain terrain with access to the cascading Silver Falls and an exceptional family-friendly hiking trail offering panoramic views. Google reviewers consistently praise the beautiful scenery and scenic waterfall views, though the hike includes elevation gain requiring breaks for some hikers.

Wildlife alert: American Black Bear present in area; also expect Douglas's Squirrel, Cascade Golden-mantled Ground Squirrel, Barred Owl, American Dipper, Spruce Grouse, Clark's Nutcracker, Western Fence Lizard, and Northern Rubber Boa.

Insider tips for Silver Falls Group Site: Book early—this is a popular federal campground The Silver Falls National Recreation Trail is a circuit hike with multiple waterfall views; suitable for families but includes elevation gain Bring a self-contained RV as there are no hookups available

Skip Silver Falls Group Site if: You need RV hookups—none are available. You're unable to book well in advance—this site books up quickly. You prefer year-round camping—seasonal operations May through October only.

Best time to visit Silver Falls Group Site: June-August — Peak hiking season with refreshing falls during summer heat, though mosquitoes can be intense depending on conditions. May, September-October — Shoulder seasons offer pleasant conditions and fewer mosquitoes than peak summer.

Nearby campgrounds: Silver Falls Campground (Entiat, WA), Lake Creek Campground - Entiat River (ENTIAT, WA), Fox Creek (Entiat, WA), Three Creek Group Site - Okanogan-Wenatchee Nf (Entiat, WA).

Cell Phone Coverage at Silver Falls Group Site

Cell signal at Silver Falls Group Site (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★ 4 (2 reviews)From $125/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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Silver Falls Group site sits in a forested, mountain terrain on the banks of the Entiat River within the Silver Falls Campground. This is one of the more popular sites on the Entiat Ranger District. The cascading water of Silver Falls is a draw for many visitors to this particular area, which is especially refreshing in the summer heat.

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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 RV35 ft
HookupsNo hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
PetsAllowed
Max/site6 people

Amenities

RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verified
Essentials
Fire RingsDrinking Water
Recreation
Picnic TablesFishing
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—none are available✕ You're unable to book well in advance—this site books up quickly✕ You prefer year-round camping—seasonal operations May through October only

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

Book early

this is a popular federal campground

The Silver Falls National Recreation Trail is a circuit hike with multiple waterfall views; suitable for families but includes elevation gain

Bring a self-contained RV as there are no hookups available

Best: June-August

Peak hiking season with refreshing falls during summer heat, though mosquitoes can be intense depending on conditions

Best: May, September-October

Shoulder seasons offer pleasant conditions and fewer mosquitoes than peak summer

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: American Black Bear present in area; also expect Douglas's Squirrel, Cascade Golden-mantled Ground Squirrel, Barred Owl, American Dipper, Spruce Grouse, Clark's Nutcracker, Western Fence Lizard, and Northern Rubber Boa.

Location

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Getting there →

From Wenatchee, travel north on US-97A for 14.4 miles and take a left on to Entiat River Road. Travel north 29.5 miles up the Entiat River Road to Silver Falls Campground on the left. From Chelan, travel south on US-97A for 19.3 miles and take a right on to Entiat River Road. Travel north 29.5 miles up the Entiat River Road to Silver Falls Campground on the left.

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 Silver Falls Group Site cost per night?+
Silver Falls Group Site costs $125 per night. Hookup options: No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What season is Silver Falls Group Site open?+
Silver Falls Group Site is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Silver Falls Group Site have hookups?+
No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What is the maximum RV length at Silver Falls Group Site?+
Silver Falls Group Site can accommodate RVs up to 35 feet.
How do I make reservations at Silver Falls Group Site?+
Silver Falls Group Site 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 Silver Falls Group Site?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Silver Falls Group Site is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Silver Falls Group Site open, and what are check-in times?+
Silver Falls Group Site is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.

Official resources

Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest
●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
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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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$125 /night★ 4 (2)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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