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American Ridge Lodge
Site Open
Tucked in the foothills of the Cascades, the American Ridge Lodge sits just outside the boundary of the William O. Douglas Wilderness. The rustic and spacious 43-foot x 48-foot lodge, although…
Blackpine Lake Campground
Site Open
Majestic landscape views. Boat launch, fishing, floating docks. Accessible interpretive trail with views of Sawtooth Mountains and accessible fishing dock. Picnic area.
Blue Lake Trailhead
This trailhead gives access to Blue Lake Trail #314. The parking area is paved with about 20 designated parking spots, including one accessible parking spot. The parking is often full. If you choose…
Boulder Cave Day Use Area
Site Open
This Day Use Area requires reservations and provides access to Boulder Barrier Free Trail and Boulder Cave Trail. A camp host will ensure access. There is a picnic shelter that allows visitors to…
Box Canyon Viewpoint
This geological formation is about 65 million years in the making and the chasm spans a run of about 500 feet and ranges from 75-150 feet deep. Fish Tail Falls can be observed from the viewpoint…
Bygone Byways Trailhead
This trailhead provides access to the Bygone Byways Interpretive Trail. It is located on the north side of US-2, near milepost 69. No parking permit is required, and there is a vault toilet at the…
Cedar Creek Trailhead
Trailhead gives access to Cedar Creek Trail #476 which enters Lake Chelan-Sawtooth Wilderness at 9.2 miles, goes over Abernathy Pass and connects to North Creek Trail #413 at 9.6 miles. Because…
Clear Creek Overlook Interpretive Site
Located east of White Pass and Dog Lake on U.S. Highway 12. Exceptional area for viewing Clear Creek Falls that flows from Dog Lake. The falls plunge a sheer 228 feet into an impressive, craggy…
Clear Lake Day Use Area
Beautiful site on the west side of Clear Lake with paved trails, fishing, nature walks, wildlife viewing, picnic areas, non-motorized boating. ADA options available, check out the Barrier Free…
Cottonwood Cabin
Site Temporarily Closed
Directly adjacent to the Entiat River in a mature lodgepole pine and spruce forest, Cottonwood Cabin rests at an elevation of approximately 3,000 feet. Cottonwood Cabin is 20' x 16', suitable for…