Winchester Lake No. 1 - Wdfw campground
Winchester Lake No. 1 - Wdfw
The campground features 31 campsites, each equipped with picnic tables and fire rings. There is a vault toilet on-site, and potable water is available. The campground operates on a first-come-first-serve basis, so there are no reservations.
There are several nearby points of interest that visitors can explore, including the Palouse Falls State Park, which is only a 40-minute drive away. For those who enjoy hiking, the Wenaha-Tucannon Wilderness and Umatilla National Forest have numerous trails for all skill levels.
An interesting fact about the area is that Winchester Lake was created by a beaver dam, and the beavers are still active in the area today.
The best time to visit the Winchester Lake No 1 WDFW Camping Area is from late spring to early fall when the temperature ranges from 60 to 80 degrees Fahrenheit. This is a great time to enjoy outdoor activities such as fishing, hiking, and boating. Overall, Winchester Lake No 1 WDFW Camping Area is an excellent destination for those who want to escape the hustle and bustle of the city and immerse themselves in nature.
What's on-site at Winchester Lake No. 1 - 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 Winchester Lake No. 1 - Wdfw, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Evergreen East - Wdfw | ✗ | ✓ | → |
| South Outlet - Wdfw | ✗ | ✓ | → |
| Moses Lake Dispersed | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Stan Coffin - Wdfw | ✗ | ✓ | → |
| Burke Lake Southwest - Wdfw | ✗ | ✓ | → |
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Winchester Lake No. 1 - Wdfw -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Crab Creek Near Moses Lake | 58 cfs | → |
| Crab Creek Near Beverly | 163 cfs | → |
| Columbia River Below Priest Rapids Dam | 146,000 cfs | → |
| Crab Creek At Irby | 9 cfs | → |
| Yakima River At Umtanum | 2,320 cfs | → |
| Wenatchee River At Monitor | 4,500 cfs | → |
Nearby snow depths
NRCS SNOTEL stations within reach of Winchester Lake No. 1 - Wdfw -- relevant when planning a shoulder-season or alpine trip.
| SNOTEL station | Snowpack | 24h Snowfall | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Trough | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Nohrsc Trough | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Upper Wheeler | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Upper Wheeler | 1.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Grouse Camp | 0.0 in | -1.0 in | → |
| Nohrsc Grouse Camp | 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
- Birch Street Park
- Ephrata Heights Park
- Potholes State Park
- Smokiam Park
- Gingko Petrefied Forest State Park
- Wanapum Recreational Area
Boat launches
- Road 3 Northwest Grant County
- Road L.2 Northeast 3585, Moses Lake
- Battery Road, Moses Lake
- Grant County
- Road U Northwest Grant County
- Road U Northwest 2522, Quincy
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 Winchester Lake No. 1 - Wdfw as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Winchester Lake No. 1 - Wdfw
Can I make reservations at Winchester Lake No. 1 - 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 Winchester Lake No. 1 - 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 Winchester Lake No. 1 - Wdfw.