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Kachess Campground

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Kachess Campground is located on the northwest shore of Kachess Lake with Little Kachess Lake to the immediate north. Set in dense old-growth evergreens and surrounded by high mountains, Kachess Campground has over 100 campsites and one group campsite (by reservation only). It is an excellent location for family camping.There are two boat launches and a picnic area. These water access points accommodate cartoppers and trailer boats and there is parking for vehicles and trailers. The south boat launch is paved; and the north boat launch is maintained gravel. On busy summer weekends, the boat la (via site)

Tents Caravans / RV Car access

Key facts

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Pitches & accommodation

Pitches153

Facilities & details

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Fee✓
Reservationrecommended
Capacity153
Tents✓
Caravans / RV✓
Backcountry✗
Group only✗
Toilets✓
Drinking water✓
Power✗
Internet✗
Dump station✓
Open fires✓
Dogsleashed

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🏞️ Attractions

Rachel Lake Trailhead
Rachel Lake TrailheadTrails & trailheads7.1 km · ~19 min driveDirections ↗
Rampart Ridge Backdoor TrailheadTrails & trailheads19.8 km · ~73 min driveDirections ↗
Rocky Run FallsWaterfalls19.8 km · ~73 min driveDirections ↗
Laura FallsWaterfalls

Lake Laura is a small freshwater lake located within the Alpine Lakes Wilderness in a valley on the southern slope of Rampart Ridge in Kittitas County, Washington, United States. Because of its close proximity to Snoqualmie Pass, Interstate 90 and several cirque on both sides of Rampart Ridge, the lake is a common area for hiking, swimming, and fishing rainbow trout. Rocky Run Creek outflows from

19.8 km · ~73 min driveDirections ↗
Hard Knox (1,780 m)Summits & peaks40.6 km · ~101 min driveDirections ↗
French Cabin Sno ParkParks & play63.3 km · ~71 min driveDirections ↗
French Cabin Creek Recreation AreaParks & play63.9 km · ~72 min driveDirections ↗
Thorp Mountain (1,784 m)
Thorp Mountain (1,784 m)Summits & peaks

mountain in Kittitas County, Washington, United States

72.7 km · ~93 min driveDirections ↗
Red Mountain LookoutAttractions

Red Mountain is a 5,732-foot (1,747 m) mountain in the Cascade Range of Washington state. It is located in Kittitas County, approximately 14 miles (22.5 km) northwest of the town of Roslyn. There is an eponymous mine on the southern side of the mountain at 4,051 feet (1,235 m), where tungsten, molybdenum, and copper were mined.

78.4 km · ~124 min driveDirections ↗

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Good to know

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How much does it cost to camp at Kachess Campground?

Kachess Campground charges a camping fee.

Do I need to book ahead for Kachess Campground?

Reservations: recommended. You can check availability on the official website.

Can I bring an RV or caravan to Kachess Campground?

Yes, caravans and RVs are welcome.

Can I pitch a tent at Kachess Campground?

Yes, tent camping is allowed.

Are campfires allowed at Kachess Campground?

Yes, campfires are permitted — always check for seasonal fire bans before you go.

Is there drinking water at Kachess Campground?

Yes, drinking water is available.

Are there toilets at Kachess Campground?

Yes, toilets are available on site.

Are there electrical hookups at Kachess Campground?

No electrical hookups are available.

Is there WiFi at Kachess Campground?

No, there's no internet access on site.

Is there an RV dump station at Kachess Campground?

Yes, there's a sanitary dump station.

Are dogs allowed at Kachess Campground?

Yes, dogs are allowed.

How many sites does Kachess Campground have?

Kachess Campground has around 153 pitches.

Who runs Kachess Campground?

Kachess Campground is operated by USDA Forest Service.

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