Tumwater Group Site
Tumwater Group Site is a national forest campground in Washington. Hookups: electric.
- Type
- National forest campground
- Location
- Washington
- Coordinates
- 47.67806, -120.73083
- Hookups
- Electric
- Activities
- Biking, Boating, Camping, Hiking, Swimming Site, Wildlife Viewing
- Map
- Open in OpenStreetMap
- Phone
- 509-548-6816
About Tumwater Group Site
Overview Tumwater Campground, located at the confluence of Chiwaukum Creek and the Nenatchee River in the Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest, offers a serene setting for groups and large gatherings. Recreation Tumwater Group Campground offers outdoor enthusiasts the opportunity to hike, fish, ski and enjoy a long list of outdoor recreational activities throughout the year. The confluence of Chiwaukum Creek and the Nenatchee River offers anglers a scenic backdrop as they cast their lines into the pools along the shore. Populations of trout and salmon find habitat along its banks. Skiing, snowmobiling, tubing and skijouring are popular winter activities for visitors to the Wenatchee Ranger District. Both motorized and non-motorized Sno-Parks in the area offer access to both groomed trails and natural settings for those wanting to explore the winter wonderland. Facilities Tumwater Group Campground has one large site that can accommodate up to 70 people and 40 vehicles. The site is equipped with picnic tables, campfire rings, drinking water, accessible flush toilets and electric hookups. The campground also has a covered shelter and picnic area, complete with a wood stove and fireplace. Natural Features Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest offers stunning scenic views, with high, glaciated alpine peaks, valleys of old growth forest and rugged shrub-steppe country making up the diverse landscape. Elevations range from below 1,000 feet to more than 9,000 feet. Precipitation v
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Nearby RV services
- Dump station
- Trailer Dump Area · 9.3 mi
- Water fill
- None mapped within 50 mi
- Propane
- Propane · 20 mi
- Low clearances
- None mapped within 10 mi
Other places to stay nearby
| Name | Type | Distance | Fee | Hookups |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tumwater Campground | Private campground | 0.2 mi | — | — |
| Johnny Creek Campground (Upper) | Private campground | 6.7 mi | — | — |
| Johnny Creek | National forest campground | 6.8 mi | — | — |
| Johnny Creek Campground (Lower) | Private campground | 6.8 mi | — | — |
| Leavenworth / Pine Village KOA | Private campground | 6.9 mi | — | — |
| Alpine View RV Park | Private campground | 6.9 mi | — | — |
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Sources. USFS and BLM recreation sites, Recreation.gov (RIDB). Updated June 2026. Facility facts only; DryRig does not publish ratings or reviews on this page.