Southwest End - Wdfw campground
Southwest End - Wdfw
Nearby points of interest include the Lake Chelan State Park, where visitors can enjoy swimming and picnicking, and the Echo Valley Ski Area, a popular winter sports destination. The campground amenities include picnic tables, fire rings, and vault toilets. The Southwest End WDFW Camping Area is a first-come-first-serve campground with 19 campsites available.
An interesting fact about the area is that it is home to one of the largest populations of bighorn sheep in the state. The best time to visit the Southwest End WDFW Camping Area is during the summer months, from June to September, when the average temperature ranges from 70 to 80 degrees Fahrenheit. However, visitors should be prepared for chilly nights, as temperatures can drop into the 40s. Overall, the Southwest End WDFW Camping Area is a must-visit destination for nature lovers seeking a tranquil and picturesque camping experience.
What's on-site at Southwest End - Wdfw
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 Southwest End - Wdfw, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fish Lake 3 | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Fish Lake 4 | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Fish Lake #5 | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Fish Lake - Wdfw | ✗ | ✓ | → |
| Fish Lake 1 | ✗ | ✗ | → |
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Southwest End - Wdfw -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Okanogan River Near Tonasket | 5,180 cfs | → |
| Omak Creek Near Omak | 3 cfs | → |
| Okanogan River At Malott | 5,140 cfs | → |
| Methow River At Winthrop | 2,910 cfs | → |
| Chewuch River At Winthrop | 963 cfs | → |
| Andrews Creek Near Mazama | 104 cfs | → |
Nearby snow depths
NRCS SNOTEL stations within reach of Southwest End - Wdfw -- relevant when planning a shoulder-season or alpine trip.
| SNOTEL station | Snowpack | 24h Snowfall | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nohrsc Salmon Meadows | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Salmon Meadows | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Muckamuck | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Nohrsc Muckamuck | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Tonasket 7.6 E | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Tonasket 21.1 Ese | 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
- Sinlahekin Deer Winter Range And Wildlife Refuge
- Conconully State Park
- Omak Eastside Park
- Methow Winter Range And Wildlife Refuge
- Pearrygin Lake State Park
- Lake Osoyoos State Park
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 Southwest End - Wdfw as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Southwest End - Wdfw
Can I make reservations at Southwest End - Wdfw?
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 Southwest End - Wdfw?
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 Southwest End - Wdfw.