Swauk Campground

Estimated location

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Overview

This location is available on a first-come, first-served basis only. Visitors are required to physically arrive at the campground to purchase and claim a site. Once on-site, you may be able to pay for your campsite(s) by scanning a QR code using the Recreation.gov mobile app, and the Scan and Pay feature.

If this option is available, you will need to first download the free Recreation.gov mobile app https://www.recreation.gov/mobile-app prior to your arrival as some remote areas have limited or no cellular service.

Facilities

A beautiful campground nestled in a grove of large Ponderosa Pine and western Larch trees. The campground offers 19 single campsites, 2 double campsites, and a picnic shelter.

Contact Info

For facility specific information, please call (661) 702-1420.

Camp site features

Directions

From Cle Elum, WA travel east on Highway 970/97 for approximately 26 miles. Campground is on the right.

Reviews

2 reviews

4 stars

1 stars

Gordon S

Loop:Scan and Pay

Site:

Reviewed 3 months ago

It’s unclear whether payment was received. I use the QL code to register & pay. I keep getting pop ups saying the payment failed on one of our 2 phones AP & on the other phone it looks like it’s been payed for??? Can’t find a way to communicate by phone or email. I give up☹️

Susan C

Loop:Scan and Pay

Site:

Reviewed a year ago

Loved accessibility to creek on some spots, trail access mostly clear and hikeable for all ages. Mosquitoes were awful so be prepared. Kids brought bikes and used upper loop for easy biking.

Availability

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Season dates

Walk In season

May 21, 2027 – Sep 18, 2027

First come, first served

Walk In season

May 21, 2028 – Sep 18, 2028

First come, first served

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