State Park

Lake Wenatchee State Park 

(509-763-3101)

Park Information

 

Date:    July 1, 2010

General Information: 

Daytime temperatures typically range in the 70’s and 80’s, nighttime lows in the 50’s or 60’s. For current weather conditions as measured in the North Park visit our weather station, for weather forecasts for the area visit National Weather Service Point Forecast.  For general information about the park visit the Lake Wenatchee State Park website.

Camping Information: 

Campfires are allowed in designated pits (gathering of firewood is prohibited).  In the park, campfire wood can be purchased from the camp hosts and the camp store for $5 a bundle.

Reservations:  The reservation season is May 15 through September 15.  To make a reservation call 1-888-CAMPOUT (888-226-7688) or visit www.parks.wa.gov.   Camping without a reservation is possible for single-night stays on weekdays, though for stays of more than one night reservations are usually needed. Sites 89-100 are not reserveable and are available on a first-come first-serve basis.

South Park:  Standard sites (no utilities, $21.00 per night) are currently available in the South Area. There are heated restrooms with showers located in the campground.

 North Park:  Standard sites ($21.00 per night) and utility sites ($27.00 per night) are available in the North Park.  There are heated restrooms with showers located in the campground. 

Guided Horse Trips:  Available 7 days / week.  Call (509)763-3647 for more information.

Camp Store:  Open 7 days/week.  Ice cream, beverages, hot food, snacks and supplies.

Bugs:  Very few mosquitos this year.  Bring repellant just in case.

Interpretive Programs:  We will have junior ranger and evening programs this year,  beginning on the weekends in July and August.  Programs include culturally diverse song and dance, story-telling, Jr. Ranger activities and Smokey Bear helping to teach about fire safety.

Evening Programs for August:

7th: Enzian Schulplattler: Bavarian Folk Music, “Shoe Slapping Dance,” and Authentic Costumes, 8pm

14th: Black Bears: Cute and Cuddly, Fierce and Furry, 8pm

21st: Tom Porter: Dog Sledding, 8pm

28th: Tom Rawson: Folksinger and Storyteller, 8pm