U.S. Forest Service · Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest · Leavenworth, WA

Bridge Creek Group Site

Bridge Creek Group Campground sits in Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest in northwest Washington. Nestled in a mountainous forest near the confluence of Bridge Creek and Icicle Creek, the campground offers a delightful setting for groups and large gatherings.

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Bridge Creek Group Site
Photo from the area. Thayne Tuason (CC BY-SA 4.0), via Wikimedia Commons

Site mix

Group sites1
This site is booked as a single unit on Recreation.gov. The booking page shows which dates are open and how far ahead they release. How the booking window works

Site guide

Will my RV fit

The longest site here provides 25 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter.

Have the trailer VIN? It carries the trailer length.

1 site. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.

SiteEntryFits, ftSurfaceShadeWater / sewerPeople / vehiclesFires
001Back-in25GravelFullNo / No70 / 35Yes

Per-site records as published by the managing agency on Recreation.gov. Blank cells mean the agency listed nothing for that site. Check-in 2:00 PM, checkout 12:00 PM.

The site record lists 70 people. The campground description says up to 75 people.

Amenities & rules

HookupsNone
Max vehicle length25 ft
EquipmentRVs & trailers, Tents
PetsAllowed
CampfiresAllowed, subject to restrictions

Bridge Creek Group Campground has one large site that can accommodate up to 75 people and 35 vehicles. The site is equipped with picnic tables, a group campfire ring, drinking water and vault toilets.

Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.

Season & status

StatusClosed for the season. Forest Service sites close for the season; check the official page for the reopening date.
ForestOkanogan-Wenatchee National Forest
BookingGroup campground must be reserved. Go to recreation.gov.
FeesSingle site: $22/ night Extra vehicle: $9 / night Group site: $140 / night
RulesTrailers 19 ft. max. Maximum of 70 people and 35 vehicles at group site.

Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest recreation page ↗

Weather by month

NOAA climate normals →
Weather by month near Bridge Creek Group Site20°30°40°50°60°70°January: 4.12 inches of precipitation, 22.1 inches of snowFebruary: 2.90 inches of precipitation, 12.6 inches of snowMarch: 2.46 inches of precipitation, 4.7 inches of snowApril: 1.22 inches of precipitation, 0.0 inches of snowMay: 1.40 inches of precipitation, 0.0 inches of snowJune: 1.04 inches of precipitation, 0.0 inches of snowJuly: 0.45 inches of precipitation, 0.0 inches of snowAugust: 0.37 inches of precipitation, 0.0 inches of snowSeptember: 0.76 inches of precipitation, 0.0 inches of snowOctober: 2.37 inches of precipitation, 0.3 inches of snowNovember: 4.08 inches of precipitation, 8.1 inches of snowDecember: 4.52 inches of precipitation, 32.4 inches of snowJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanuary: 26.4°F averageFebruary: 31.7°F averageMarch: 39.2°F averageApril: 46.7°F averageMay: 55.4°F averageJune: 61.5°F averageJuly: 69.0°F averageAugust: 68.6°F averageSeptember: 59.8°F averageOctober: 47.6°F averageNovember: 35.0°F averageDecember: 26.8°F average0 in10 in20 in30 in40 inTemp °FInches
The line is the average temperature and the bars are average precipitation at Leavenworth 3 S, 5 miles from the campground at 1,128 feet, station USC00454572 in the NOAA monthly climate normals for 1991 to 2020. Precipitation totals about 26 inches a year. The dotted line is average snowfall, about 80 inches a year on the same inches scale.

Getting there

From the west, take Highway 2 east through Monroe and over Stevens' Pass. Take a right on Icicle River Road and continue approximately 10 miles to the campground, on the left. From the east, take Highway 2 west through Leavenworth. Turn right on Icicle River Road and follow road approximately 10 miles to the campground, on the left.

Nearest townLeavenworth, Washington
Coordinates47.5639° N, 120.7808° W · Directions ↗

Charges and cancellations

Group Sites Group Facility (including Cabins and Lookouts): A visitor who cancels a group overnight facility reservation less than 14 days before the arrival date will pay a $10.00 service fee AND forfeit the first night's use fee. No-Shows A no-show visitor is one who does not arrive at a campground and does not cancel the reservation by check-out time on the day after the scheduled arrival date. Staff will hold a campsite until check-out time on the day following the arrival date. No-shows are assessed $20.00 service fee and forfeit the first night's rate, taxes and applicable add-on for a campsite. Refunds will not be issued after the 7 days has ended. Refunds for debit or credit card payments will be issued as a credit to the original bank or credit card used to pay. Treasury check refunds may take up to 6-8 weeks to arrive.

Fire nearby

  • Wildfire
    King

    23 mi from the campground · 3,427 acres · 36% contained

  • Wildfire
    Three Queens

    25 mi from the campground · 9,575 acres · 33% contained

  • Wildfire
    Little Giant

    31 mi from the campground · 172,912 acres · 95% contained

  • Wildfire
    Ancient Lakes

    48 mi from the campground · 15 acres

Distance is to the reported incident point, not the fire edge. Call the managing office before you drive.

Supplies & services

Dump stationDump station ↗6.9 mi
Outdoor gearMarine/Outdoor Supplies ↗17.9 mi
RV sales & serviceOmar's RV ↗22.3 mi

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Explore

Video

Video of Bridge Creek Campground, WA from Megan W.

Worth a stop

Visitors enjoy the North Cascades and Mt. Rainer National Parks, where interpretive programs and exhibits offer education about the diverse landscape and history of the area. The spectacular Pacific Crest Trail (PCT), one of the world's premier National Scenic Trails, showcases some of North America's most fantastic scenery, winding its way its way from Mexico to Canada through California, Oregon and Washington, and is accessible near the campground.

Trailheads within three miles

Trail and trailhead records are the Forest Service's. Distances are straight-line to the nearer trail end. Trail conditions are not tracked here.

Public land it sits in

On Wilderness Atlas →

This campground sits inside Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest.

Each unit is published as a centre point and an acreage rather than a boundary, so this section stands it in for a circle of the same area. Whether a campground is inside, and how far it is from one it is outside, are both approximate.

On the National Register nearby

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Natural features

Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest offers stunning scenic views, with high, glaciated alpine peaks, valleys of old growth forest and rugged shrub-steppe country making up the diverse landscape. Elevations range from below 1,000 feet to over 9,000 feet. Precipitation varies greatly throughout the area, ranging from approximately 140 inches along the Cascade Crest to only 10 inches along the eastern edge. Visitors can expect many days of warm, sunny weather in the summer, and winters with clear skies and plenty of snow. Goat Rocks Wilderness is a stunning adventure for those wanting to traverse higher elevations. Peaks within the area are remnants of an extinct volcano, taking the name "Goat Rocks" in honor of the numerous mountain goats traversing this isolated region. Gilbert Peak is the highest summit in this area at an elevation of 8,184 feet.

Recreation

Bridge Creek Group Campground offers outdoor enthusiasts the opportunity to hike, fish, bike and enjoy a long list of outdoor recreational activities throughout the year. Icicle River, adjacent to the campground, offers a scenic backdrop for swimmers braving its cold, refreshing waters. Anglers may also want to cast a line into the deep pools lining the shore. Populations of rainbow and brown trout prevail in this waterway. The nearby Fourth of July Trail offers hikers expansive ridge line views and challenging terrain. Beginning in the forest at 4,000 feet, the trail quickly climbs in elevation, out of the trees into more open, arid landscapes. The trail continues through mountain meadows with spectacular views of the Stuart Mountain Range and Icicle Valley. At 10.6 miles, this is a solid day hike, though backpackers can hook up connecting trails to continue for multiple days though adjacent wilderness settings.

Guidebooks for Washington

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Reference

Questions people ask

Do I need a reservation at Bridge Creek Group Site?

Sites at Bridge Creek Group Site are reservable on Recreation.gov. Group campground must be reserved. Any walk-up sites are listed on the booking page.

Source: Recreation.gov

How much does it cost to camp at Bridge Creek Group Site?

Single site: $22/ night Extra vehicle: $9 / night Group site: $140 / night

Source: Recreation.gov

What time is check-in at Bridge Creek Group Site?

Check-in 2:00 PM, checkout 12:00 PM.

Source: Recreation.gov

What does it cost to cancel a reservation at Bridge Creek Group Site?

Group Sites Group Facility (including Cabins and Lookouts): A visitor who cancels a group overnight facility reservation less than 14 days before the arrival date will pay a $10.00 service fee AND forfeit the first night's use fee.

Source: Charges and cancellations

Is Bridge Creek Group Site open right now?

Closed for the season as of Oct 16, 2026.

Source: Forest Service status

How many sites does Bridge Creek Group Site have?

1 site, including 1 group site.

Source: Recreation.gov

Will my RV fit at Bridge Creek Group Site?

The longest site here provides 25 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter. The sidebar tool checks a trailer or motorhome length against every site.

Source: Will my RV fit

Are pets allowed at Bridge Creek Group Site?

Yes, pets are allowed at Bridge Creek Group Site. Leash rules apply.

Source: Recreation.gov

Can I have a campfire at Bridge Creek Group Site?

Fires are allowed in the provided rings under normal conditions. As of 2026-10-16, there are 4 active fires within 50 miles, so check current restrictions before you light one. Trailers 19 ft.

Source: Fire nearby

What is there to do at Bridge Creek Group Site?

Bridge Creek Group Campground offers outdoor enthusiasts the opportunity to hike, fish, bike and enjoy a long list of outdoor recreational activities throughout the year. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.

Source: Recreation

What is the nearest town to Bridge Creek Group Site?

Leavenworth, Washington. Visitors enjoy the North Cascades and Mt.

Source: Getting there

What if Bridge Creek Group Site is full?

The nearest public campgrounds are Eightmile Campground (1.1 mi), Eightmile Group Site (1.1 mi), and Icicle Group Campground (2 mi).

Source: Campgrounds nearby