Camp Adventures

Manson, combined with the Lake Chelan valley, offers the ultimate camping playground –
and the views don't get much better. With both full-service and remote camp sites available,
you can enjoy some quality nature time, with the knowledge that you will be having the
time of your life. So, relax and discover the spirit and energy of Lake Chelan.

The spectacular Lake Chelan valley is ideal for camping, fishing, hiking, backpacking, boating,
off-roading and wildlife watching. It is the perfect setting for your next camping trip.
Below you will find information on campsites throughout Manson and Lake Chelan.

Camping in Manson

Wapato Lake Campground

Wapato Lake Campground is a small, family friendly, quiet campground with plenty of
trees for shading on a peaceful lake. The lake is 286 acres and opens the last weekend
of April thru Labor Day. From Oct. 1st to April 15 please call (509) 687-9635 for
reservations. The remainder of the year call directly to the campground,
(509) 687-6037, for reservations.

Location: 3 Miles North of Manson on Wapato Lake Rd.
Contact: (509) 687-6037

• 26 RV Sites (15 -50 camp sites and 11 -30 camp sites)
• 14 Tent Sites
• Swimming Area
• Boating, Skiing, Jet Skiing
• Fishing
• Boat Launch, Parking, and Dock
• Bathrooms & Showers
• Dump Station
• Gazebo
• Docks

Kamei Campground & RV Park

Located at the north end of Wapato Lake, Kamei offers grassy camp sites and a family atmoshphere.

Location: 5000 Wapato Lake Rd, Manson, WA 98831
Contact: (509) 687-3690

• 50 RV Sites
• Water
• Electricity
• Sewer
• Pets Welcome

Antilon Lake

Antilon Lake is a secluded 96-acre reservoir north of Manson, holding brown trout. The lake is host to a campground with dispersed camping sites, and boasts breathtaking views of Fourth of July Mountain.

Location: 5 Miles North of Manson on Grade Creek Rd

• Fishing
• Antilon Lake Loop Bike Trail
• Antilon Lake Sno-Park
• Campground
• No water, fire rings, or picnic tables are provided.
• Hiking Trails

Lake Chelan Campsite Information

The following information is provided by the Chelan Ranger District.
For current campground information, contact (509) 682-2576.

*Yes, Federal Dock Site Permit required

When You Arrive

Upon arrival check out the entire campground to find the site that will best suite your needs.
Are there special rules that will affect your recreation activities? Are some areas for day use only?
Are some sites better suited to tents or trailers than other sites? Some areas allow for saddle or
pack animals; others do not. Set up your campsite only if you intend to stay; others may need
to use the site. Is there plenty of room at the site you selected? Remember to keep your car and
trailer on the surfaced area/drive through/parking pad so no damage occurs to trees and their roots.

While You Are There

Use a closed bucket or other similar receptacle for garbage from your trailer and campsite.
Keep the faucet area clean because soap residues can build up under the faucet and hamper
proper drainage. Take water back to your campsite for personal hygiene, cleaning fish,
washing dishes, etc. or use special facilities when they are provided. Use the fire ring or fire pit
provided. Please remember, be careful not to hurt or destroy any of the native plants in the area.

If camping at a "pack-it-out" campground, please take your garbage with you; don't stash it
in the toilets, as this fills them quickly and makes them impossible to pump and clean.

When You Leave

Did you remember to take all your gear? Check the area, will the next camper to use the area
think you were a good neighbor? A good rule of thumb is to leave the campsite looking better
than it did when you arrived.

Other "Good Neighbor" Camping Suggestions

• Keep radios/music turned low; sound really carries outside.
• Run generators only when it won't disturb others or interfere with other campers' sleep.
• Encourage children to refrain from loud, boisterous play while near other campsites.
• Gather firewood only from designated areas, and then only dead and down wood.
• Pick up litter that other people leave; everyone has a stake in keeping an area beautiful.
• Keep pets under control at all times.
• Don't drive nails into or tie wire around trees. This opens the way for insects and
  other plant diseases.
• Drive vehicles cautiously through campgrounds.
• Ride motorcycles only where they are designated and where they do not disturb
  other campers' peace and quiet.

For more information about camping in National Forest campgrounds,
please contact the nearest Forest Service office.

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