Burn Ban - Level 1
Fires allowed in all designated fire pits and grills. Propane and gas grills allowed.
Notification
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South Campground open to 1st come, 1st served camping
The South Campground is open with a limited number of sites available. The North Campground is still closed due to lingering snow and is expected to reopen around May 1. Until May 7, all campsites throughout the area are offered on a first come, first served basis.
Because the roads in the South Campground are narrow, RVs and trailers longer than 20 feet cannot be accommodated, and water and electric RV hookups are not available. Exterior water remains turned off throughout the campground, but restroom facilities are open.
Payment is by cash/check at the campground bulletin board. $23/night and $10/night for any extra vehicle until April 1st when fees change.
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Grooming is suspended, Sno-Park season is no longer in effect
Unfortunately, due to low snow conditions, grooming is suspended on the Lake Wenatchee Sno-Park trails.
Sno-Park season is no longer in effect at Lake Wenatchee State Park. Discover Passes or $10 daily permits are valid for day-use parking at Lake Wenatchee. Passes can be purchased online or in the park. Cash and check payments are accepted at bulletin boards, and credit cards can be used at the machine in the South Day Use parking lot.
Current snow level is extremely low. Much of the park day use areas are melted out. Grooming of ski trails have ceased until next winter season. The Sled Hill is closed. Snowshoe trail markings have been removed, and summer day-use operations have begun.
Lake Wenatchee Sno-Park
Lake Wenatchee State Park
21588 Lake Wenatchee Hwy, Leavenworth, WA 98826
Lake Wenatchee is a Northwest icon with a clear blue lake surrounded by forested mountains.
Rules
- Dogs Allowed on Leash
- Fires Allowed in Designated Areas
Summer hours
Summer hours are approximately Mid-June to Sep. 1.
Camping reservations
Reservations are now required to camp. Make a reservation at washington.goingtocamp.com or call (888) 226-7688. Same-day reservations can be made between 7 a.m. and 2 p.m. To make a same-day reservation in the park, visit the booth during posted booth hours or visit the booth bulletin board for more details.
Wildlife
As the park is in bear country, coolers must be stowed away and food should never be left out.
No unattended overnight vehicle parking.
Park gates close at dusk and do not reopen until after posted opening hours. Day-use visitors are not allowed inside the park after open hours.
Lake Wenatchee Sno-Park
Each winter season Lake Wenatchee becomes a Sno-Park. During this time a Sno-Park Permit is required. The Discover Pass is not valid during this time.
To view the current grooming report and additional Sno-Park information, visit the Lake Wenatchee Sno-Park page. Sno-Park Permits can be purchased online or at the Park.
Park camera
See the lake view from our live camera located on the swim beach.
Activities
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Beach Exploration
Biking
Bird Watching
Boating
Camping
Fishing
Folk Arts Activities
Hiking, Walking, Rolling and Running
Horseback Riding
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Kayaking
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Paddleboarding
Swimming
Volunteer
Winter Activities
Winter Camping
Amenities
Accessible Campsites
Automated Pay Station
Accessible Restrooms
ADA Buildings
Drinking Water
Fire Pit
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Firewood
Park Ranger Station
Restrooms
Showers
Trash Service
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ADA Boat Launch
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Boat Ramp
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Dock
Grill
Groceries
Kitchen Shelter
Picnic Shelters
Picnic Tables
Sink
Accessible Parking
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Trailer Dump
Horseshoe Pits
Playgrounds
Volleyball
Amphitheater
Concessions
Interpretive Opportunities
Sno-Park
Bike Trails
Hiking Trails
Park features
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Creek
Forest
Freshwater
Island
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Lake
Mountain View
River
Rocky Beach
Sandy Beach
Seasonal Wildflowers
Viewpoint
Wildlife Viewing
Rules
- Dogs Allowed on Leash
- Fires Allowed in Designated Areas
Summer hours
Summer hours are approximately Mid-June to Sep. 1.
Camping reservations
Reservations are now required to camp. Make a reservation at washington.goingtocamp.com or call (888) 226-7688. Same-day reservations can be made between 7 a.m. and 2 p.m. To make a same-day reservation in the park, visit the booth during posted booth hours or visit the booth bulletin board for more details.
Wildlife
As the park is in bear country, coolers must be stowed away and food should never be left out.
No unattended overnight vehicle parking.
Park gates close at dusk and do not reopen until after posted opening hours. Day-use visitors are not allowed inside the park after open hours.
Lake Wenatchee Sno-Park
Each winter season Lake Wenatchee becomes a Sno-Park. During this time a Sno-Park Permit is required. The Discover Pass is not valid during this time.
To view the current grooming report and additional Sno-Park information, visit the Lake Wenatchee Sno-Park page. Sno-Park Permits can be purchased online or at the Park.
Park camera
See the lake view from our live camera located on the swim beach.
Map & visitor guide
47.810127258301, -120.7236251831
Lake Wenatchee State Park is a waterfront park on the 5-mile-long, glacier-fed Lake Wenatchee and Wenatchee River located near, the Bavarian-themed town of Leavenworth. The Park is a natural wildlife area so visitors should be aware of the presence of bears and other natural dangers.
Winter recreation
During winter, enjoy groomed cross-country and skate ski trails, a groomed sled hill and marked snowshoe trails. Winter camping with heated restrooms and showers is also available. Watch a YouTube video about winter sports in the park.
See snow accumulation in the winter season on our seasonal webcam.
Camping
We offer 197 campsites. The South Campground has 100 standard sites for tents, camper vans, truck campers and small vehicle and trailer combinations less than 20 feet. The North Campground has 2 ADA sites, 55 standard sites and 42 partial utility sites (water/electric). Campgrounds have centrally located comfort stations with hot showers. A trailer dump is located in the North Campground.
Each campsite includes one vehicle, each additional vehicles are subject to a $10/night extra vehicle fee. Campsites accommodate 2 vehicles per site. If sites exceed 2 vehicles, overflow parking is available.
During spring and fall, campground closures are weather dependent. Please check the Alerts posted at the top of the page.
Park Booths operate on a limited schedule. Self-registration is available; please come prepared with cash/check. A credit card machine is also available in the South Park.
Park gates close at dusk. If arriving after hours to camp, you may open and proceed through the unlocked gate. Please close the gate behind you.
Winter schedule
Once the snow arrives, the campgrounds close. Winter camping is available first-come, first-served in a designated area at the South Park Day-Use parking lot. Learn about seasonal closures and operational changes during the off-season on the Winter Schedule page, or call the park office at (509) 763-3101.
Adaptive Beach Wheelchair and Mobi-mats
An adaptive beach wheelchair is available for use at Lake Wenatchee State Park, at no cost. The beach wheelchair can be reserved by calling (509) 763-3101 or emailing lake.wenatchee@parks.wa.gov. Rentals are offered May 1 through Oct. 31 (weather dependent) and are intended for beach use only.
Lake Wenatchee also has two ADA picnic table spots located on the South Beach. These ADA picnic table spots are connected with Mobi-mats, which provides a stable pathway for visitors using standard wheelchairs, walkers, and other mobility devices to traverse down to the shoreline and these two picnic table spots. One picnic table spot is located in the shade higher up on the beach, while the other picnic table is located in the sun adjacent to the water's edge. Both picnic table spots have ADA-accessible surfaces and ADA picnic tables making them easy to access and wonderful spots to spend the afternoon.
Concessions
Icicle Outfitters
For a quiet adventure and some of the most beautiful scenery in the Cascade Mountains, take a horse ride with Icicle Outfitters. Tours range from a few hours to a full day. For additional information and reservations, visit Icicle Outfitters' website.
Lake Wenatchee Adventures
Rent a kayak or standup paddleboard from Lake Wenatchee Adventures. Open daily from 10 a.m. - 6 p.m., Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day. They're located near the swim beach next to the Camp Store. Click here for rentals and pricing
Lake Wenatchee Camp Store
Stop by the Lake Wenatchee Camp Store for prepared foods, snacks, beverages, ice cream, espresso, camping supplies, firewood, ice and other camping necessities. The store is open daily 9 a.m. - 6 p.m. and Sundays 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. from Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day. In addition, the store is open on many weekends throughout the fall, winter and spring. Snowshoe rentals are now available in the winter. Click here to view Lake Wenatchee Camp Store's Instagram.
Park History
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