Wenatchee National Forest

About Wenatchee National Forest

The Wenatchee Forest covers more than 1,000 square kilometres and stretches from upper Chelanon Lake in the north to the Yakama Indian Reserve in the south. About 40 percent of these are designated as wilderness, with seven wilderness areas. The vegetation ranges from sawdust and pine trees that cover the slopes to 2,000 feet, where vegetation is sparse, to the rest of the cascade mountains to the foothills of Mount Rainier and the Columbia River Valley. In addition to an area of about 1.5 million acres in Washington, Oregon, Idaho, Montana, Utah and Washington State, Wenatchede Forest covers a total of about 2.6 million square feet of woodland.

The campsites in the Wentschee Forest cover a wide range of camping needs and 100 tent and picnic sites offer space for a total of 13,000 people. The land is cultivated to maintain its natural, primitive state, and walking is the only permitted means of transportation here.

Some campsites are designed for tractor-trailers and for horse riding and hiking, while others are equipped with tents and picnic tables for campers who bring their own horse or equipment.

WenatcheeForest offers many other recreational activities on a variety of campsites and there is a wide range of outdoor recreational opportunities for hikers, mountain bikers and mountain bikers.

Some are dedicated to providing access to trails and trails for mountain bikers, cross-country skiers and snowshoe hikers, while others have been developed to meet the needs of hikers and cycling enthusiasts.

The winter months also offer a variety of well-developed trails for mountain bikers, cross-country skiers and snowshoe hikers. Trail users will find access to many of the trails in Wenatchee National Forest and the snow-covered roads used in winter.

Some routes are open for a variety of purposes, while others are restricted to non-motorised use.

There are 125 campsites and picnic areas in Wenatchee National Forest, with over 1,000 hectares available for camping and recreation. Leisure maps with hiking trails, campgrounds and other facilities in the Wenceslas Forest can be purchased for $4 each. A variety of information and materials are available free of charge in the Wenceslas Forest office.

There are campsites in Wenatchee National Forest, with a range of camping options that cost between $5 and $10 per night. Some of the larger campsites also offer group reservations, such as Wenceslas Square with its large picnic areas and large tent sites.

In the summer months, the weekends are usually very busy, and to avoid crowds, you should postpone your visit until mid-week. You should look at the entire campsite to find the place that best suits your needs, and to get in and out of the park.

There are no specific rules for recreational activities, but some areas are only suitable for daily use, and there is a special rule that applies to recreational activities during the summer months.

Some places are more suitable for tents and trailers than others, and in some areas saddlebags and pack animals are not allowed in these and other areas.

There is plenty of space at the locations you choose, but you should only set up your campsite if you want to stay overnight. Others need to use the campsites and you may need to set them up yourself if there is no space for you.

Bring water back to your campsite for personal hygiene, fish cleaning and dishwasher, but do not use special facilities unless they are available. Keep water clean: Clean soap and residues can accumulate in taps, which hinders proper drainage.

Use the ring of fire or the fireplace provided: ring fireplaces on the campsite or use a ring of fire on your campsite or a fireplace on your campsite for firewood.

A good rule of thumb is to make sure you don't injure or destroy any of the native plants in the area.

Make sure your campsite looks better than it did before you arrived: check your area and remember to be a good neighbour. The next camper who uses this area will think you are a "good neighbour." If you are camping on your campsite with a pack, take your rubbish and put it in your toilet, as it will fill up quickly and cannot be pumped out or cleaned.

Collect firewood only in designated areas and only in areas with clear views of the forest, such as the stream, river or lake.

This opens the way for insects and other plants and diseases, so keep pets under control at all times and pets out of the woods and off the paths.

Almost half of the trails are classified wilderness, and hikers of all ages can choose from a variety of trails of varying length, width, distance and type. There are paths from sage - forested edges of forests up to half - to half-timbered zones and highland trails that cross alpine terrain. Carefully drive to the campsite and park on the road to the hiking trail or in the parking lot at the park entrance.

Cycling: Cyclists of all ages can choose from a variety of paths of varying length, width, distance and type. There are paths from sage - wooded edges of forests up to half - to - full - half - timbered zones and highland trails that cross alpine terrain.

The following links show some of the trails that are open to mountain bikers, but remember that some wilderness areas are closed to bicycles. This is a more popular area for horse riding, with trails such as Echo Mountain Trail and Bear Creek Trail, as well as a number of other hiking trails.

Much of Wenatchee National Forest is a horseback riding country, but if you want to take a ride - for more detailed information or a map of where you can ride your horse in the wilderness on the south side of the Wenchee River.

The use of horses is a very popular pastime in Wenatchee Forest, and many places and facilities for horse owners are available. The following are some of the most popular equestrian facilities on the south side of Wenchee National Forest. Please note that storage fees, hiking trails and parking permits are required for most of these locations. For some riders, the altitudes that many of them invite are a dream, for others a nightmare.

The headquarters is located on the south side of Wenatchee National Forest, north of Wenchee River, at the intersection of US Highway 395 and Highway 99.