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Entiat Ranger District

The Entiat Ranger District comprises 272,101 acres located in the arid eastern slopes of the Cascade Mountains. It extends from the Chelan Mountains in the northeast to the Entiat Mountains in the west. The district includes over 25,500 acres of the Glacier Peak Wilderness Area in its northern extent. 

High-quality recreation of all types exists in the Entiat Ranger District. The broad range of campgrounds and trails provide access into relatively undeveloped zones of the Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest that are excellent for hiking and fishing in solitude. 

Deep in the Glacier Peak Wilderness Area, you can observe the last remaining remnants of the once massive Entiat Glacier. The glacier still clings to the impressive Entiat headwall, home to three 9,000’ peaks: Mt. Maude, Seven Finger Jack and Mt. Fernow. The Entiat Ranger District is also home to one of the nation’s most extensive multiple-use trail systems. Much of this trail system can be traveled by off-road motorcycles, mountain bikes, horses or hikers. 

For general navigation: Entiat River Road Mileage chart

General Information

The Entiat Ranger District office is closed due to staffing shortage, please contact the Chelan Ranger District to schedule an appointment if needed or for more information (509) 682-4900.

Recreation Sites

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Big Hill Campsite

Hiking Picnicking
Rustic dispersed camping area. 1 site. Trailers not recommended. Really rough access road. No fee. Not reservable. Shelter on site. No water, no toilets.  

Box Canyon Viewpoint

Outdoor Science and Learning Scenic Drives
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 ft. deep. Fish Tail Falls can be observed from the viewpoint…

Cottonwood Cabin

Site Open
Biking Hiking Horse Riding and Camping Outdoor Science and Learning Hunting, Fishing and Shooting
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…

Entiat Falls Viewpoint

Outdoor Science and Learning
This broad 25-foot, cascading natural waterfall makes quite a rejuvenating impression. Bring a picnic lunch or just stretch your legs and enjoy. Take precaution as river rock can be very slick.

Entiat River Trailhead

Hiking Horse Riding and Camping Off Highway Vehicles (OHV)
Provides access to Entiat River Trail #1400 (and numerous side trails). Trail enters Glacier Peak Wilderness 4 miles from the trailhead. Entiat River Trail 1400 is snow-free to about 0.5 miles…

Entiat Sno-Park

Winter Sports
Located near the small town of Brief, this Sno-Park features 63 miles of motorized, snowmobiling trails.

Fox Creek Campground

Site Open
Picnicking
16 campsites along the Entiat River at 2,000 feet elevation. Vault toilets & garbage service. Maximum trailer length 28 feet. 27 miles up the Entiat River Road from Highway 97A.

Halfway Springs

Hiking
Rustic dispersed camping area with 4 tent sites. Trailers not recommended. No water nor trash services. 6 miles up Shady Pass Road 5900.

Last updated April 25th, 2025