Lost Lake Group Unit
Campground · Washington · 1 bookable site ·
Managed by the USDA Forest Service
Okanogan National Forest (NF) · Open Access
- 1
- Bookable site
- 45 ft
- Max rig length
- up to 100
- People per site
- 3,836 ft
- Elevation
Overview
Lost Lake Group Site is located in Lost Lake Campground which is situated on the northern edge of Lost Lake on the Tonasket Ranger District of the Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest. Set beneath mixed-conifer forest and surrounded by mountains, this campground offers one group site, suitable for large family and group camping excursions as well as several non-reservable single and double sites.Recreation
Lost Lake Campground offers outdoor enthusiasts the opportunity to hike, fish, and enjoy a long list of outdoor recreational activities. Anglers enjoy boat fishing (with an electric motor only) for rainbow and triploid eastern brook are available in abundance. A boat ramp is available in the campground. For an easy, interpretive hike for the whole family, the Big Tree Trail starts across the road from the Lost Lake guard house at the entrance to the campground. This 0.8 mile trail connects with a loop trail that highlights two 600-year old western larch trees. It is particularly beautiful when the wildflowers are out in June. Another great hike is the Strawberry Mt. Trail that starts just outside the Campground entrance and travels 1.5 miles up to Strawberry Mt.Facilities
This campground has one designated group site, able to accommodate up to 100 people. The site is equipped with picnic tables, campfire rings, grills, drinking water and flush toilets. Access to Lost Lake beach and Lost Lake Amphitheater are within walking distance.Natural Features
The Lost Lake area offers a medium sized lake with scenic views, forested mountains, abundant wildlife, and a few hiking trails. Visitors to the area can expect many days of warm, sunny weather in the summer, and winters with clear skies and plenty of snow. The surrounding area has clean streams and diverse forests that support an abundance of wildlife, including deer, porcupine, black bear, cougar, native fish, common loon, bald eagles, and migratory birds. Endangered and threatened species, including gray wolves and Canada lynx, also find havens in nearby ecosystems.Nearby Attractions
The facts
- Season: May 15 – October 17 — USDA Forest Service, Aug 24, 2026
- 1 bookable site
- Vehicles up to 45 ft
- Up to 100 people per site
- Loops: AREA LOST LAKE GROUP UNIT
Site types
- 1 Group Standard Nonelectric
Amenities
- Campfires allowed
- Shade
- Pets allowed
Not recorded upstream: electric hookups, water hookups, sewer hookups, fire pits, picnic tables, grills.
1 campsite at Lost Lake Group Unit
Check-in 12:00 PM · Check-out 11:00 AM
| Site | Loop | Type | Entry | Surface | Water | Max rig | People | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | AREA LOST LAKE GROUP UNIT | Group Standard Nonelectric | — | Paved | Lakefront | 45 ft | 100 | 🐾 |
Getting there
From Tonasket, Washington, take State Route 20 east for 24 miles. Exit at the Bonaparte Recreation Area on Qkanogan County road 4953, which turns into National Forest System road 32. Continue on National Forest System road 32 for 4 miles to National Forest System road 33. Take the left fork onto National Forest System road 33, traveling north for 5 miles to a four corner junction. Turn left at the four corner junction onto National Forest System road 33-053 and continue for a mile to the campground. Upon entering the campground, the group unit is the first site on the left beside the Guard House.
48.85250, -119.05083 · 48°51'9.0"N 119°3'3.0"W
Typical weather
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
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| High °F | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Low °F | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Precip in | 1.8 | 1.8 | 1.5 | 1.6 | 2.4 | 2.2 | 1.1 | 0.6 | 0.8 | 1.2 | 2.0 | 2.5 |
1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 7.3 mi away — not measured at the facility itself, and elevation can make a real difference over that distance.
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Fees and stay limits
Campground rate is based on number of campers. ;$40 for 1-25 people, $60 for 26-50 people and $80 for 51-100 people
From Recreation.gov, which is not always current. The operator's own page is the authority on what you will be charged.
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Common questions about Lost Lake Group Unit
- Can you reserve a site at Lost Lake Group Unit?
- Yes, Lost Lake Group Unit is reservable through Recreation.gov.
- How many campsites does Lost Lake Group Unit have?
- 1 site.
- What is the maximum RV length at Lost Lake Group Unit?
- 45 ft. That is the longest vehicle the sites here are recorded as taking; individual sites may be shorter.
- Are pets allowed at Lost Lake Group Unit?
- Yes, pets are allowed at Lost Lake Group Unit.
- Are campfires allowed at Lost Lake Group Unit?
- Campfires are allowed at Lost Lake Group Unit. Check for a current fire restriction before you go.
Also listed by
Lost Lake Group Unit also appears in other federal recreation data. Facts below are matched by name and location, not confirmed by Lost Lake Group Unit's operator.
USDA Forest Service — data as of Aug 24, 2026
- Camping: $15/single site
- Camping: $30/double site
- Group Camping: Reservable at https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/234310 $75
- Extra vehicle: $5
Restrictions:
- Quiet hours between 10 p.m. and 6 a.m.
- Campfires in developed fire pits only
- Fireworks are prohibited
- Pets must be on leash
- OHV use prohibited in the campground
- Maximum length of stay: 14 days
- No lead weights in lake
- Food and wildlife attractants must be properly stored at all times
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Contact
- Book Recreation.gov
Recreation.gov last updated this record on 2026-02-25.
Facility information and photographs from Recreation.gov (RIDB). SpotOpened is not affiliated with Recreation.gov or any federal agency.
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