Lucerne Campground

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5 reviews
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1,135 ft

Price

$3 - $8/night

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First-Come

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January 2026

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January 2026
Lucerne Campground
$3.00 - $8.00 / night
Campsite Fees
Recreation use fees are applicable at varying rates by location and activity. Reservation service fees range from $3 (in-person bookings) to $8...
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Standard Site Fee$0.00
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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Lucerne Campground

48.2016, -120.5890

Driving directionsFrom Chelan, boat approximately 40 miles to Lucerne Landing (there are no roads that connect the City of Chelan to Lucerne). Lucerne Campground is on the south shore adjacent to Forest Service Guard Station. An alternative route involves traveling south on Highway 97 Alternate for 3 miles from Chelan, turning onto Southshore Road, and driving approximately 17 miles to Twenty-Five Mile Creek State Park. From the boat launch at Twenty-Five Mile Creek State Park, boat uplake approximately 25 miles to Lucerne.
Lucerne Campground is accessible only by boat. There are no roads leading directly to the campground from Chelan or other nearby areas. Visitors can reach Lucerne via personal boat or ferry service provided by 'Lady of the Lake,' which stops at Lucerne Landing.
Nearby places
Chelan (40 miles by boat from Lucerne Landing)
Nearby supplies
Closest supplies are accessible at Twenty-Five Mile Creek State Park or Chelan. Precise information about grocery, fuel, and camping supplies is not available.

Best Time to Camp at Lucerne Campground

Winter transforms this lakeside haven into a snow-laden wonderland, with recent conditions bringing over 8 inches of fresh powder and temperatures hovering between a crisp 33°F and 40°F. Heavy cloud cover creates a moody, atmospheric backdrop while occasional light rain mingles with snowfall. Though winter winds remain relatively gentle with gusts reaching up to 24 mph, the substantial snowfall suggests this destination shines brightest during the warmer months when boat access is most reliable and the surrounding peaks shed their white mantles to reveal verdant forests.

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Summer(Jun-Aug)
4.0 / 5

Summer maximizes boating and lake access; described as a boat-in destination for day use.

Fall(Sep-Nov)
3.5 / 5

Likely scenic in fall; fewer specifics on seasonal operations and activity levels.

Spring(Mar-May)
3.5 / 5

Spring likely sees boating return and scenic thaw, but no seasonal reviews available.

Winter(Dec-Feb)
2.0 / 5

Winter brings measurable snow and cold temps but no winter services; access may be limited.

Planning Tips
  • Operating Season: Lucerne Campground is open for day use only. Overnight camping is prohibited.

About Lucerne Campground

Escape the ordinary at Lucerne Campground, where your adventure begins with a scenic boat ride across the pristine waters of Lake Chelan. This exclusive boat-in destination in the Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest offers day-use visitors a tranquil retreat alongside a historic Forest Service Guard Station. The well-equipped facility features a protected boat basin with dock space for up to eleven vessels, making it a perfect launching point for aquatic explorations. A gentle quarter-mile trail winds through the forest, connecting you to neighboring Refrigerator Harbor Campground and opening the gateway to the remote mountain community of Holden Village.
Lucerne Campground is a boat-in, day-use facility with no overnight camping allowed.
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Lucerne Campground primarily serves as a boat-in facility and day-use staging point with trail access to Refrigerator Harbor Campground and road access to Holden Village. Recreational activities are not explicitly mentioned.
Hiking"A ¼-mile trail connects to Refrigerator Harbor Campground & road to Holden Village."
BoatingThe campground features a dock and boat basin with an eleven-boat capacity, making it a suitable location for boating enthusiasts.
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Policies & Safety

Hazards & AlertsPotential hazards include heavy snowfall during winter, dense vegetation, and the remote nature of the campground, which lacks road access and requires boat transportation.

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Last updated January 5, 2026
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