Bowan Camp campground
Bowan Camp
Nearby points of interest include the Hoh Rainforest Visitor Center, which offers exhibits on the area's ecology and history, as well as a short nature trail. The nearby Hoh River Trail is a popular hiking destination, offering scenic views of the river and surrounding forest. The Olympic National Park coastline is also within driving distance, offering opportunities for beachcombing and tidepool exploration.
Bowan Camp offers basic amenities, including picnic tables, fire pits, and vault toilets. There is no running water or electricity at the campsite, so visitors must bring their own water or filter it from the nearby river.
Interesting facts about the area include the fact that the Hoh Rainforest is one of the only temperate rainforests in the world, and that the area receives an average of 140 inches of rain per year.
The best time of year to visit Bowan Camp is in the summer months, when temperatures average between 60-70°F during the day and 40-50°F at night. However, visitors should be prepared for rain at any time of year, as the area is known for its wet weather.
What's on-site at Bowan Camp
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 Bowan Camp, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bowan | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Bench Creek Camp | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Bench Creek | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Rainbow Meadows Camp | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Rainbow Meadows | ✗ | ✗ | → |
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Bowan Camp -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Stehekin River At Stehekin | 2,980 cfs | → |
| Salix Creek At S Cascade Gl Near Marblemount | 0 cfs | → |
| Methow River Above Goat Creek Near Mazama | 1,600 cfs | → |
| Chewuch River At Winthrop | 821 cfs | → |
| Methow River At Winthrop | 2,530 cfs | → |
| Twisp River Near Twisp | 631 cfs | → |
Nearby snow depths
NRCS SNOTEL stations within reach of Bowan Camp -- relevant when planning a shoulder-season or alpine trip.
| SNOTEL station | Snowpack | 24h Snowfall | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stehekin 4nw | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Rainy Pass | 3.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Rainy Pass | 3.0 in | 1.0 in | → |
| Park Creek Ridge | 1.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Nohrsc Park Creek Ridge | 1.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Nohrsc Swamp Creek | 0.0 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
- North Cascades National Park
- Wilderness Stephen Mather
- Lake Chelan National Recreation Area
- Wilderness Pasayten
- Pearrygin Lake State Park
- Wilderness Lake Chelan-Sawtooth
Points of interest
Paddle runs
- Headwaters And Includes All Tributaries To Confluence With Bridge Creek
- Headwaters And Includes All Tributaries To Confluence With Mcalester Creek
- Headwaters And Includes All Tributaries To Confluence With Boulder Creek
- Begins 1/2 Mile Upstream From Confluence With Stehekin River To Confluence With Stehekin River
- Begins 1/4 Mile Upstream From Confluence With Stehekin River To Confluence With Stehekin River
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 Bowan Camp as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Bowan Camp
Can I make reservations at Bowan Camp?
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 Bowan Camp?
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 Bowan Camp.