Honeymoon Campground

Star4.17
8 reviews
Romantic GetawayPeace & Quiet

Quick Facts

3,300 ft

Price

$10/night

Booking

First-Come

Sites

5 campsites

Season

Seasonally dependent...

Cell

No Service

Pets

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RV Friendly

Opens Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest site

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Honeymoon Campground
$10.00 - $10.00 / night
Campsite Fees
Single Site: $10/night (cash/check NOT accepted). Additional Vehicle: $5/night (2-vehicle limit per site). Digital payment only through the...
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Standard Site Fee$10.00
Hookup Site Fee$0.00
Premium Site Fee$0.00
Hike and Bike Site Fee$0.00
Group Site Fee$0.00
Food Storage Locker Fee$0.00

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What Campers Say

4.17

Satisfactory

Based on 8 reviews

5 Google reviews

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mosquitoes

"User reviews highlight the campground's quiet and secluded nature, with clean facilities and friendly volunteer staff. While some visitors appreciated the abundant shade and water access at specific sites, the presence of mosquitoes and flies was noted as a drawback. Additionally, the area was described as recovering from a wildfire in 2021."

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Campground Map

Honeymoon Campground

48.6964, -120.2642

Driving directionsFrom Winthrop, travel 8 miles north on West Chewuch Road (County Road 1213) to Eight Mile Road (Forest Road 5130). On Eight Mile Road #5130 drive 10 miles northwest along Eight Mile Creek to Honeymoon Campground on the right.
Accessible by paved road from Winthrop, transitioning to gravel roads (Forest Road 5130) near the campground.
Nearby places
Winthrop (approximately 8 miles from Eight Mile Road turnoff, plus 10 miles along Eight Mile Road to the campground).
Nearby supplies
Winthrop, approximately 18 miles total from the campground (includes 8 miles from Eight Mile Road turnoff).

Best Time to Camp at Honeymoon Campground

Experience the campground's dramatic seasonal transformation, from winter's hushed snowscapes and crisp mountain air to summer's warm, sun-dappled days. While the warmer months invite lazy afternoons by the creek, they also bring nature's smaller residents—mosquitoes and flies—so pack accordingly. Each season paints the landscape with its own palette, offering visitors a different adventure with every visit.

Summer(Jun-Aug)
3.0 / 5

Summer brings pleasant seclusion but reviewers note mosquitoes and flies.

Best
Fall(Sep-Nov)
3.5 / 5

Fall likely cooler with fewer insects; some reviewers mention road repair noise then.

Spring(Mar-May)
3.0 / 5

Spring brings renewal after wildfire and flowing creek; insects likely increasing.

Winter(Dec-Feb)
2.5 / 5

Winter offers hushed snowscapes but seasonal access and limited winter-service info.

Planning Tips
  • Peak Season: Not explicitly stated.. Book 2-3 months ahead.
  • Operating Season: Seasonally dependent but not explicitly stated.
  • Current Alerts: Current status: Temporarily closed.

About Honeymoon Campground

Tucked away in the heart of the forest, Honeymoon Campground offers an intimate escape along the babbling waters of Eightmile Creek. This charming five-site retreat carries a romantic legacy—it once served as the honeymoon destination for a forest ranger and his bride, whose love story lives on in its name. Perfect for those seeking solitude and simplicity, the campground welcomes smaller RVs and trailers up to 22 feet, creating an atmosphere where nature takes center stage and modern distractions fade away.
Honeymoon Campground supports a range of camping styles, including primitive and tent camping. RVs are limited to a maximum length of 22 feet.
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Amenities available

Fire rings
Picnic tables
Vault toilets

Activities you can enjoy

Campers at Honeymoon Campground can engage in activities such as hiking, fishing, and wildlife viewing. The campground is located near trails that lead into the Pasayten Wilderness, offering opportunities for scenic hiking.
HikingThe campground is close to the Copper Glance Trail #519, described as beautiful but challenging. Other nearby trails include Trail #477 Hidden Lakes and Trail #502 Larch Creek, both leading into the Pasayten Wilderness. User reviews note that the trailhead for one of these trails can be reached by driving further north on the National Forest road.
FishingFishing is available in the nearby Eightmile Creek, which runs alongside the campground.
Wildlife viewingWildlife commonly seen includes squirrels, birds, ants, and deer. User reviews did not report any bear sightings despite the area being known as bear country.
Winter Activities
Water Sports
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Policies & Safety

Hazards & AlertsMosquitoes, flies, and possibility of bear encounters. Area recovering from 2021 wildfire.
Active AlertsCurrent status: Temporarily closed.
No Potable WaterThis campground does not have potable water on-site. Bring all the water you need for drinking, cooking, and cleaning.
No Cell ServiceCell phone service is not available at this campground. Plan accordingly for emergencies and download offline maps before arriving.

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Reviews

4.2
8 reviews
Satisfactory
Satisfactory
Honeymoon Campground is satisfactory, placing it in the bottom 60% of campgrounds based on reviews
User reviews highlight the campground's quiet and secluded nature, with clean facilities and friendly volunteer staff. While some visitors appreciated the abundant shade and water access at specific sites, the presence of mosquitoes and flies was noted as a drawback. Additionally, the area was described as recovering from a wildfire in 2021.
Review Summaries
Based on 8 reviews

What Campers Love

Positive aspects include the quiet and secluded environment, exceptionally clean vault toilets, and friendly volunteers who provide helpful information about bear safety. Reviewers also appreciated...
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Based on 8 reviews

Common Concerns

Common complaints include the abundance of mosquitoes and flies, lack of shade at certain sites, and the absence of cell phone service. Some users found the recovering wildfire area visually...
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Based on 8 reviews

Pro Tips & Recommendations

Campers recommend bringing mosquito repellent, being prepared for a pack-in, pack-out experience, and downloading the necessary payment app (recreation.gov) in advance due to lack of cell service....
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Based on 8 reviews

Seasonal Insights

Summer reviews note the presence of mosquitoes and flies but also highlight the pleasant seclusion. Fall may offer cooler temperatures and fewer insects but might include noise from road repair...
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Based on 8 reviews

Camper Quotes

"The couple volunteers came every other day and were extremely friendly and warned us of possible bear encounters." - Kimmy Garcia. "The vault toilet was exceptionally clean and not stinky." -...
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Based on 8 reviews

Site-Specific Reviews

Site 1 is near the vault toilet and offers the best shade. Sites 2 and 3 lack shade. Site 4 has water access but no shade. Site 5 is considered the best, offering both water access and great shade.
Based on 8 reviews

Accessibility Features

No reviews specifically addressing accessibility features are provided.
Based on 8 reviews

Pet-Friendly Features

No reviews specifically addressing pet policies or experiences are provided.
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Last updated January 5, 2026
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