Ballard campground
Ballard
Reservations are accepted at Ballard Camping Area, allowing campers to secure their preferred campsite in advance. This ensures a hassle-free experience, especially during peak seasons when the campground tends to get crowded. It is advisable to make reservations well in advance to guarantee availability.
The best time to visit Ballard Camping Area is during the summer months, from June to September, when the weather is pleasant and ideal for outdoor activities. During this time, campers can enjoy hiking, fishing, and wildlife viewing in the surrounding areas. However, it is important to be cautious of potential bear encounters in the campground. Visitors should adhere to proper food storage guidelines and be mindful of their surroundings to ensure a safe and enjoyable camping experience.
In summary, Ballard Camping Area in Washington State offers a range of amenities, accepts reservations, and is best visited during the summer months. While enjoying the scenic beauty and engaging in outdoor activities, campers should exercise caution regarding wildlife encounters, particularly with bears.
What's on-site at Ballard
Key facilities Snoflo tracks for this campground. Confirm with the operator before booking -- amenities can change seasonally.
Plan your trip down to the hour
Same weather feed Snoflo's iOS app uses -- updated continuously from NOAA / yr.no.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max so trends jump out at a glance.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks. Hover any point for the full breakdown.
Other campgrounds in the area
Snoflo-tracked campsites within driving distance of Ballard, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ballard Campground | ✓ | ✗ | → |
| River Bend | ✗ | ✓ | → |
| Klipchuck | ✗ | ✓ | → |
| Klipchuck Campground | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Early Winters | ✗ | ✓ | → |
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Ballard -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Methow River Above Goat Creek Near Mazama | 1,720 cfs | → |
| Chewuch River At Winthrop | 963 cfs | → |
| Methow River At Winthrop | 2,910 cfs | → |
| Andrews Creek Near Mazama | 104 cfs | → |
| Stehekin River At Stehekin | 2,640 cfs | → |
| Thunder Creek Near Newhalem | 705 cfs | → |
Nearby snow depths
NRCS SNOTEL stations within reach of Ballard -- relevant when planning a shoulder-season or alpine trip.
| SNOTEL station | Snowpack | 24h Snowfall | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nohrsc Harts Pass | 40.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Harts Pass | 40.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Mazama | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Swamp Creek | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Nohrsc Swamp Creek | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Rainy Pass | 17.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
Plan a longer trip
The closest parks, lakes, boat launches, and paddle runs so a camping night can grow into a full weekend.
Parks
- Wilderness Pasayten
- Pearrygin Lake State Park
- North Cascades National Park
- Lake Chelan National Recreation Area
- Wilderness Stephen Mather
- Methow Winter Range And Wildlife Refuge
Paddle runs
- Pasayten Wilderness Boundary To Confluence With Methow River
- Confluence With Brush Creek To Private Land Boundary Near Lost River In Nw1/4 Of Sec 5, T36n, R19e
- Confluence With Rampart Creek To Pasayten Wilderness Boundary
- Private Land Boundary To Okanogan Nf Boundary
- Headwaters And Includes All Tributaries To Confluence With Bridge Creek
Camping essentials & Leave No Trace
- Pack it in, pack it out
- Take all trash, food scraps, and gear back with you to keep campsites clean and protect wildlife.
- Respect wildlife
- Observe animals from a distance, store food securely, and never feed wildlife to maintain natural behavior and safety.
- Know before you go
- Check weather, fire restrictions, trail conditions, and permit requirements to ensure a safe and well-planned trip.
- Minimize campfire impact
- Use established fire rings, keep fires small, fully extinguish them, or opt for a camp stove when fires are restricted.
- Leave what you find
- Preserve natural and cultural features by avoiding removal of plants, rocks, artifacts, or other elements of the environment.
Set push alerts in the Snoflo app
Save Ballard as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Ballard
Can I make reservations at Ballard?
This campground does not appear to accept reservations -- it's typically first-come, first-served. Arrive early on summer weekends.
How fresh is the weather data on this page?
The hourly forecast updates throughout the day from the NOAA / yr.no public feeds. Streamflow data is pulled live from USGS streamgauges and snowpack from the NRCS SNOTEL network.
What's the best time of year to visit?
Use the 15-day temperature & precipitation outlook on this page to plan -- pick a window with comfortable temperatures and low precipitation. For longer trips, the 5-day hourly meteogram shows snow + rain accumulation hour-by-hour.
How do I get to Ballard?
Tap Directions in the hero above to open driving directions in Google Maps, or Open in map to center the Snoflo interactive map on the campground.
Can I get alerts when conditions change?
Yes -- alerts are managed through the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this campground, set a threshold (temperature, snowpack, precipitation), and you'll get a push the moment it crosses.
Other campgrounds near here
Snoflo-tracked campgrounds within driving distance of Ballard.