Lake Creek

Its sites are first-come, first-served (no reservations), and camping is free. Lake Creek is a National Forest campground near Leavenworth, Washington.

First-come, first-served

National Forest · Leavenworth, Washington

Managed by
National Forest

Getting a site

Managed by
National Forest
Reservations
None, first-come
Fee
Free

Source: apps.fs.usda.gov, accessed 2026-09-28

What's there

  • ✓ Toilets
  • ✓ Fire rings

On site: Toilets and fire rings.

Access and cell service

Elevation
2,400 ft

47.8755, -121.0129 in Chelan. Open in OpenStreetMap. Map © OpenStreetMap contributors.

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Common questions

Do you need a reservation at Lake Creek?
No. Lake Creek is first-come, first-served: there is no reservation system, so arrive early to claim an open site.
How much does it cost to camp at Lake Creek?
Camping at Lake Creek is free.
Is there cell service at Lake Creek?
Probably not: the FCC's National Broadband Map (data as of December 31, 2025) shows no 4G LTE or 5G from AT&T, T-Mobile, or Verizon at or within about half a mile of Lake Creek. The FCC map only includes 4G LTE at 5/1 Mbps or better and 5G; a weaker signal, a text, or an emergency call may still get through, but don't count on it.
Who manages Lake Creek?
Lake Creek is managed by the U.S. Forest Service.

Around Lake Creek

Hot springs and waterfalls nearby

More campgrounds: camping near Leavenworth and campgrounds in Chelan.

Sources

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