...some of the most spectacular hiking and camping in the world.

The Upper Lake Chelan Valley offers some of the most spectacular hiking and camping in the world. With a wide variety of trails and campsites to choose from, the Lake Chelan area certainly has something for everyone. The following information is provided as a guideline for all your wilderness experiences, when all else fails there is no replacement for good old common sense. For further information on regulations, campgrounds and hiking trails contact either the National Park Service or the US Forest Service.

PACK IT OUT !
Do not bury your garbage. Clean your fire pit and remove all traces of aluminum and glass. Pack out all litter including food scraps and the litter left by others. store garbage and food away from bears and other wild animals.

NEVER LEAVE CAMPFIRES UNATTENDED
Use existing fire rings and keep fires small. Collect down wood only and leave snags standing. Know local campfire restrictions and make sure your campfire is left dead out.

PRACTICE NO TRACE CAMPING
Select campsites that have been previously established. Do not cut or hack any trees or pound any nails into them. Trenching around tents damages soil and vegetation.

KEEP LAKES AND STREAMS CLEAN
Dispose of all wash water well away from water sources and use biodegradable soaps. Graze and confine pack and saddle stock at least 200 feet from lake shores and streams.

BURY HUMAN WASTE
Choose a site at least 200 feet from any water source, campsite, or trail. Dig a hole deep enough so that you can cover your feces and toilet paper with at least six inches of soil.

For more information and or maps contact:
National Park Service at 509-682-2549
U.S. Forest Service at 509-682-2576
Lake Chelan Boat Company 509-682-4584