Alta Lake State Park
Washington State Park
Write a Review 1B Otto Rd. Pateros, WA 98846 509-923-2473 Official WebsiteGPS: 48.0268, -119.9387
Overview of Alta Lake State Park
Alta Lake State Park has 32 utility spaces, trailer dump, 4 restrooms (one ADA) and 12 showers. Maximum site length is 38 feet (limited availability). Dump station available year-round, dump station fees are $5 per use. If you are camping, this fee is included in your campsite fee.
Last Price Paid: $45
Reported by Bk on 7/21/2024
Longest RV Reported: 23 feet (Travel Trailer)
Reported by Chris&David on 7/31/2016
Number of Sites 123
Pad Type dirt
Open Seasonally Yes
Elevation 1,213 ft / 369 m
Max Length 38 ft
Tent Camping Yes
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Reviews of Alta Lake State Park 5 people have reviewed this location.
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Last reported 7/31/2016
Confirmed by 3 Users
Last reported 8/30/2021
“Nice stop over park.”
Reviewed 7/21/2024
| Nightly rate: | $45 |
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| Days stayed: | 1 |
| Site Number: | 43 |
| RV Length: | 18' (Travel Trailer) |
Overall Rating
We stayed here July 11. Our site was a pull through that was easy to maneuver. We did have a tree on our site, providing a little shade. The lake looks like it would be great fun for families. The park was clean.
Bk would stay here again
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“Suburban camping”
Reviewed 8/30/2021
| Days stayed: | 1 |
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| Site Number: | 18 |
Overall Rating
Sites are not well separated. Views of burnout trees and a row of nearby McMansions are not appealing. Seems like a weekend family party place. Will not return as we prefer wilderness and solitude
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AT&T 4G
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“Beautiful setting”
Reviewed 6/2/2021
| Days stayed: | 3 |
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| Site Number: | 108 |
Overall Rating
The sites are clean and good looking. For tent sites, parking and tent areas are separated by big rocks, both filled in with gravel that is raked flat by staff between camper visits. There is little cover in many of the sites, but some are lucky enough to have some Pondarosa pines; ours had 2 that gave us a modicum of shade during t... more
The sites are clean and good looking. For tent sites, parking and tent areas are separated by big rocks, both filled in with gravel that is raked flat by staff between camper visits.
There is little cover in many of the sites, but some are lucky enough to have some Pondarosa pines; ours had 2 that gave us a modicum of shade during the day.
Sites down by the water look very nice and have a lot more tree cover. We have an adventure trailer (13') which would not work there, though. Above them are RV spots. If I were to visit again, I'd choose the same site I had. It had a view of the lake, and was not very near other sites like some campgrounds can be.
Bathrooms are about the same as most state parks. They are older, but kept very clean.
The beach park is nice. A wide and lush lawn hosts picnics, and down the stairs to the sandy beach has access to the lake.
The hike up the mountain to the north is a nice one with amazing views. Find the trailhead at the group camp, just down the road a bit to the SW. It is about a mile long up (and then back) with ~751 foot elevation gain, with lots of switchbacks and varied terrain. The view from up top is well worth it.
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David Williamson would stay here again
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“Beautiful, quiet”
Reviewed 5/14/2018
| Nightly rate: | $30 |
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| Days stayed: | 2 |
| Site Number: | 5 |
Overall Rating
Awesome camp ground. Heavily patrolled and safe. All restrooms and showers are extremely clean. Camp sites are generally flat and nicely groomed (pine needles and cones cleaned up) and tent pads raked and smooth. Love the area.
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Plunkitt would stay here again
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“Forest fire-damaged park still has some charm”
Reviewed 7/31/2016
| Nightly rate: | $30 |
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| Days stayed: | 1 |
| Site Number: | 10 |
| RV Length: | 23' (Travel Trailer) |
Overall Rating
Alta Lake must have been really beautiful before recent fires gobbled up many of the stately ponderosas surrounding the lake. Craggy rock formations line the far side of this medium-size lake near the town of Pateros. It's got three distinct loops, each of which is VERY different from one another. If you want more shade, privacy and... more
Alta Lake must have been really beautiful before recent fires gobbled up many of the stately ponderosas surrounding the lake. Craggy rock formations line the far side of this medium-size lake near the town of Pateros.
It's got three distinct loops, each of which is VERY different from one another. If you want more shade, privacy and space, go for loop 1. Litle kiddos who want to swim and scream? Loop 2. Like to shade-lessly bake by yourself on a 90 degree July day? Loop 3 is for you!
Dings for the ridiculously complicated check-in and rate system that is typical of the Washington State Park system. It took us an hour to select and pay for a site on a day when half were still available. Also dings for site consistency. It's really a crap shoot if you reserve online.
I'd advise other campers to wait to pick out a site until you get here. Reserving ahead of time may get you an oddly cramped or fry-pan hot site, or one that's just plain disappointing.
Restrooms are large and have one shower each. There's a day use area with swimming beach. The lake is large enough that a float plane was able to practice take-offs and landings.
There's a snack concession by the lake, gravel pads and fire rings. But hold the flames, a burning ban is almost sure to be in effect.
Close enough to the action at Chelan for those who want a quieter camping experience...it's only a half hour away.
Very Good reception- 3 bars Verizon LTE.
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Chris&David would stay here again
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Amenities
Hookups
- 30 Amp
- 20 Amp
- water
- dry camping
- Partial Hookups
Recreation
- boat ramp
- fishing
- recreation trail
- swimming beach
- water access
Site Amenities
- fire ring
- picnic table
Facilities
- dump station
- firewood
- general store
- group sites
- restrooms: flush
- showers
- trash
Pets
- pets
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