East Kachess Group Site
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.
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Site mix
| Group sites | 1 |
Site guide
Will my RV fit
The longest site here provides 30 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter.
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| Site | Entry | Fits, ft | Surface | Shade | People / vehicles | Fires |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GS1 | Pull-through | 30 | Gravel | Full | 50 / 20 | Yes |
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.
Amenities & rules
| Hookups | None |
| Max vehicle length | 30 ft |
| Equipment | RVs & trailers, Tents |
| Campfires | Allowed, subject to restrictions |
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.
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
Season & status
| Status | Closed for the season. Forest Service sites close for the season; check the official page for the reopening date. |
| Forest | Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest |
| Booking | By reservation only at recreation.gov or by calling 877-444-6777 |
| Fees | $100 per night |
Weather by month
Getting there
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.
| Nearest town | Cle Elum, Washington |
| Coordinates | 47.3122° N, 121.2372° W · Directions ↗ |
Fire nearby
- WildfireThree Queens
7 mi from the campground · 9,575 acres · 33% contained
- WildfireKing
11 mi from the campground · 3,427 acres · 36% contained
- WildfireWest Fork
34 mi from the campground · 310 acres · 16% contained
Distance is to the reported incident point, not the fire edge. Call the managing office before you drive.
Supplies & services
| Outdoor gear | EVO ↗ | 11.4 mi |
| Dump station | RV Sanitation Station ↗ | 15 mi |
| RV sales & service | OpenRoad RV ↗ | 37.3 mi |
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Worth a stop
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 America's most fantastic scenery as it winds its way its way from Mexico to Canada through California, Oregon and Washington.
- 8.7 miLake Keechelus Trailhead ↗Trailhead
- 8.8 miPete Lake Trailhead ↗Trailhead
- 9.1 miSpeelyi Beach ↗Swimming
Trails nearby
- 0.6 miWest Kachess ↗4.9 mi trail
- 1.3 miEast Kachess ↗6.2 mi trail
- 1.4 miAmabilis Mountain Loop XC Ski4 mi trail
- 1.9 miMt. Amabalis0.4 mi trail
- 2 miThe Road XC Ski1.4 mi trail
- 2.3 miSilver Creek Tie1.6 mi trail
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
Alpine Lakes Wilderness begins about 3.5 miles away, and it is the closest of these.
- 3.5 miAlpine Lakes Wilderness ↗Wilderness · Forest Service · 414,322 acres
- 4.9 miOkanogan-Wenatchee National Forest ↗National Forest · Forest Service · 3,858,129 acres
- 10 miMt. Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest ↗National Forest · Forest Service · 2,025,595 acres
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.
Other campgrounds nearby
Cabin and lookout rentals nearby
On the National Register nearby
- Lake Keechelus Snowshed BridgeStructure · Hyak · 6.7 mi
- Salmon la Sac Guard StationBuilding · Cle Elum · 9.1 mi
- Northwestern Improvement Company StoreBuilding · Roslyn · 13 mi
Natural features
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.
Recreation
This is a prime base camp for hiking, fishing, swimming, and mountain biking in summer and early fall and several trails are a short drive from the area. Anglers will enjoy the scenic backdrop of the area while fishing for rainbow trout, cutthroat trout and kokanee salmon from boat or shoreline.
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Reference
Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at East Kachess Group Site?
Sites at East Kachess Group Site are reservable on Recreation.gov. By reservation only at recreation.gov or by calling 877-444-6777 Any walk-up sites are listed on the booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
How much does it cost to camp at East Kachess Group Site?
$100 per night
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at East Kachess Group Site?
Check-in 2:00 PM, checkout 12:00 PM.
Source: Recreation.gov
Is East Kachess Group Site open right now?
Closed for the season as of Oct 16, 2026.
Source: Forest Service status
How many sites does East Kachess Group Site have?
1 site, including 1 group site.
Source: Recreation.gov
Will my RV fit at East Kachess Group Site?
The longest site here provides 30 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
Can I have a campfire at East Kachess Group Site?
Fires are allowed in the provided rings under normal conditions. As of 2026-10-16, there are 3 active fires within 50 miles, so check current restrictions before you light one.
Source: Fire nearby
Is there cell service at East Kachess Group Site?
FCC coverage maps show Verizon 4G LTE, AT&T 4G LTE, and T-Mobile 5G at the campground point. Terrain changes that from one site to the next.
Source: FCC Broadband Map
What is there to do at East Kachess Group Site?
This is a prime base camp for hiking, fishing, swimming, and mountain biking in summer and early fall and several trails are a short drive from the area. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What is the nearest town to East Kachess Group Site?
Cle Elum, Washington. 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.
Source: Getting there
What if East Kachess Group Site is full?
The nearest public campgrounds are Kachess (3 mi, partly first-come), Cle Elum River Group Site (6.8 mi), and Red Mountain Campground (7.3 mi, first-come).
Source: Campgrounds nearby