3.569 reviewsPrice
$22/night
Booking
First-Come
Sites
11 campsites
Season
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Cell
Unknown
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Price
$22/night
Booking
First-Come
Sites
11 campsites
Season
Information null
Cell
Unknown
Pets
Check Policy
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Chiwawa River Road/Forest Road 6200, Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest
Fall camping is your goal and you can snag site #4, which reviewers call the best river view in camp. No reservations means showing up mid-week in September or October is your best shot at that spot. Bring all your water, 20 miles from Leavenworth supplies.
Summer trips here are a mosquito ordeal. Even 40% DEET and multiple candles didn't protect reviewers. Also worth knowing: at least one incident of nighttime harassment required police involvement, so solo campers or families should weigh that seriously.
Reference information about Atkinson Flat Campground sourced from official USFS records and forestcamping.com. View official recreation.gov page →
<p>This campground is located along the Chiwawa River, 20 miles from Fish Lake. There are a total of 11 campsites along the floor of a large glacial carved valley. Sites are occupied on a first come first served basis.</p>
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Fall offers the best conditions. Daytime highs sit between 45–65°F, with nights often dropping near freezing. The campground empties after Labor Day, making the small site count feel more spacious. Wildlife viewing improves as deer and elk move through the valley, and the larches turn gold. Summer brings warmth but also thick mosquito populations. Winter sees temperatures in the mid-30s°F with snow blanketing the valley, though the remote location and primitive facilities make cold-weather camping challenging.
Fall cited as best season; maples and larches bring color and the campground often empties after Labor Day.
This campground offers limited amenities and is best suited for those looking for a primitive and natural camping experience. Restrooms are available, but there is no potable water on-site. Campers should come prepared with their own water or filtration methods. Fire rings and picnic tables weren't mentioned in the authoritative sources or user reviews, so their availability is uncertain. Likewise, there is no mention of a dump station, Wi-Fi, or camp store.
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