Ardenvoir, Washington · Chelan County · Campground
Overview Silver Falls Group site sits in a forested, mountain terrain on the banks of the Entiat River within the Silver Falls Campground. This is one of the more popular sites on the Entiat Ranger District. The cascading water of Silver Falls is a draw for many visitors to this particular area, which is especially ref…
Overview Silver Falls Group site sits in a forested, mountain terrain on the banks of the Entiat River within the Silver Falls Campground. This is one of the more popular sites on the Entiat Ranger District. The cascading water of Silver Falls is a draw for many visitors to this particular area, which is especially refreshing in the summer heat. The Silver Falls National Recreation Trail is an exceptional family friendly hike that takes you up, around and down the falls. Panoramic views of the surrounding mountains await you on your hike.Recreation Silver Falls Campground is a great base camp for a variety of outdoor recreational activities. Anglers enjoy casting a line into the Entiat River above Entiat Falls, about 2.5 miles up-river from the campground. Carving through a wide, U-shaped valley, the river is dominated by relatively shallow riffles interspersed with pools, plunge pools and glides where the trout fishing is quite good. Populations of rainbow, cutthroat and eastern brook trout are found in this tributary. Selective gear rules apply to fishing in the Entiat River. See Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife for fishing rules and regulations.Silver Falls National Recreation Trail offers a 1.8 mile hike next to one of the most beautiful waterfalls in the region. The trail winds along Silver Creek to the base of the falls, through towering canopies of cedar and pine. The handcrafted stone staircase and bridges along this trail offer stopping points and panoramic views of the surrounding mountains. The Silver Falls Trail is an exceptional family friendly hike that takes you up, around and down the falls. The elevation gain is approximately 600 feet.Facilities Silver Falls Campground offers one group site with a historic C.C.C. covered cooking area, that is reservation only, and 31 first-come, first-served single sites. Each site contains a picnic table and campfire ring. Multiple vault toilets, garbage service, and a solar pump at the guard station with
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How to Get There
From Wenatchee, travel north on US-97A for 14.4 miles and take a left on to Entiat River Road. Travel north 29.5 miles up the Entiat River Road to Silver Falls Campground on the left.From Chelan, travel south on US-97A for 19.3 miles and take a right on to Entiat River Road. Travel north 29.5 miles up the Entiat River Road to Silver Falls Campground on the left.
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Plan Your Visit to SILVER FALLS GROUP SITE
Heading to SILVER FALLS GROUP SITE? A few things to know before you go:
Reservations: popular sites fill up fast — check Recreation.gov 6 months in advance
Fees: day-use and camping fees vary; check current rates on the official park page
Trash & pack-out: follow Leave No Trace principles
Wildlife: store food in bear boxes where provided; never feed wildlife
Weather: the 5-day forecast above is updated every 6 hours; verify just before you go
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need a reservation for SILVER FALLS GROUP SITE?
No central reservation system listed for SILVER FALLS GROUP SITE. Check the official page (https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/233998) for the latest entry policy and availability.
How many campsites are at SILVER FALLS GROUP SITE?
SILVER FALLS GROUP SITE has 1 campsites. Site amenities (hookups, vehicle limits, ADA access) vary — see the individual campsite pages for details.
How do I get to SILVER FALLS GROUP SITE?
From Wenatchee, travel north on US-97A for 14.4 miles and take a left on to Entiat River Road. Travel north 29.5 miles up the Entiat River Road to Silver Falls Campground on the left.From Chelan, travel south on US-97A for 19.3 miles and take a right on to Entiat River Road. Travel north 29.5 miles up the Entiat River Road to Silver Falls Campground on the left.
