Forest Service
EAST KACHESS GROUP SITE
Forest Service campground in Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest, Pierce / Rainier Area with 1 sites, Reservations may be available.
Campground Details
- Season
- Reservations may be available
- Rate
- $65/night
- Sites
- 1
- Accessible sites
- Not listed
- Max RV length
- 30 ft
- Phone
- Not listed
- County
- Pierce / Rainier Area
- Parent area
- Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest
Overview
East Kachess Group Campground is tucked away on the eastern shore of Kachess Lake in Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest. Hemmed in by dense old-growth conifer forest and surrounded by high mountains, East Kachess Group Campground is secluded, making it an ideal setting for groups and families seeking recreation and relaxation. East Kachess Group Campground has one large group site, able to accommodate up to 50 people and 20 vehicles. The campground is equipped with picnic tables, campfire rings with grills and vault toilets.Kachess Lake, adjacent to the campground, is a reservoir that stores and provides water for irrigation for south-central Washington. The area is quite scenic, supporting wildlife such as deer, porcupine, native fish and migratory birds. These species, along with many others, depend on surrounding undeveloped wilderness, clean streams, and diverse forests to live. Endangered and threatened species including the northern spotted owl and gray wolves also find havens in nearby ecosystems.Hikers may want to traverse at least a portion of the spectacular Pacific Crest Trail (PCT), one of the world's premier National Scenic Trails. This trail showcases some of North...
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Location Notes
- Address
- 803 W. 2ND STREET, CLE ELUM, WA
- Directions
- Take I-90 to exit 70. Turn over freeway, then left onto West Sparks Road. Follow West Sparks Road 0.5 mile and turn right onto Kachess Dam Road/ Forest Road #4818. Travel approximately 5 miles to the campground on left.
Source Notices
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The gate combination will be provided with the reservation confirmation letter. If not, please call Cle Elum Ranger Station for gate combination two business days prior to arrival at 509-852-1100, press 0 name and confirmation number required. Kachess Lake, whose name means "plenty of fish". Please check for fire restrictions. https://www.fs.usda.gov/r06/okanogan-wenatchee/alerts/public-use-fire-restrictions-stage-2-effective-july-2
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Forest Service Road 4818 to access the East Kachess Group Site is primitive.
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Water levels in Kachess Lake and Little Kachess Lake will vary during the summer https://www.usbr.gov/pn/hydromet/yakima/yaktea.html The speed limit on Little Kachess Lake is 10 miles per hour . This speed limit applies to motorized vessels, and it is important to adhere to this regulation to ensure safety and compliance with local regulations.
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No drinking water available at this site; visitors must bring their own water
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Electric hookups are not available
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Maximum RV length is 30 feet