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Squilchuck State Park
Phone: (509) 664-6373
Fax:
City: Wenatchee
Address:
333 Olds Station Rd.,
Wenatchee, WALocated nine miles southwest of Wenatchee, Wash., up Squilchuck Canyon toward Mission Ridge.
This forested park sets at an elevation of 4,000 feet. The park is open on a limited basis for winter snow play, which includes sledding, inner tubing, cross-country skiing and snowshoeing. Two areas are designated for sledding: one for adults and older kids and an area for young children. The park has six miles of trails for cross-country skiers. For trail and snow conditions, call Wenatchee Confluence State Park at (509) 664-6373.
For more up to date information, visit the Squilchuck page on the state parks web site.
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Park Overview
Squilchuck State Park is a 288-acre camping park covered with forests of fir and ponderosa pine. The park sits at an elevation of 4,000 feet.
Squilchuck State Park is part of a planning project of the Wenatchee area state parks.
Squilchuck State Park is part of a planning project of the Wenatchee area state parks.
Marine Park: No
Park Hours
Summer: 6:30 a.m. to dusk.
Winter: Closed Sept. 24, reopens May 9, depending on snow.
Camping:
Check-in time, 2:30 p.m.
Check-out time, 1 p.m.
Quiet hours: 10 p.m. to 6:30 a.m.
Winter: Closed Sept. 24, reopens May 9, depending on snow.
Camping:
Check-in time, 2:30 p.m.
Check-out time, 1 p.m.
Quiet hours: 10 p.m. to 6:30 a.m.
Significant History
In Chinook, "squilchuc"' means "muddy water." The park land was sold to the state in 1952. The ski lodge was constructed in 1953.
Notable Buildings
A lodge is a rentable day-use heritage place popular for weddings and other group gatherings. The lodge features a huge fireplace with kitchen, stove, sinks, refrigerator, banquet tables, chairs and picnic tables outside. Prices vary with size of the group. For reservations or information, call the park at (509) 664-6373.
Directions provided by the state parks department are given below the map,
or you can try to have google create the directions from the coordinates we have on file.
Travel south on Wenatchee Ave. through Wenatchee, and follow signs up Squilchuck Rd. about eight miles to park.
From Hwy. 28:
Cross bridge over Columbia River, staying in left lane. At first stoplight, turn left, and follow signs to park.
Directions
From Hwy. 2 east or west:Travel south on Wenatchee Ave. through Wenatchee, and follow signs up Squilchuck Rd. about eight miles to park.
From Hwy. 28:
Cross bridge over Columbia River, staying in left lane. At first stoplight, turn left, and follow signs to park.
| Mammals | Birds | Fish & Sea Life | Plantlife |
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Badgers
Bears
Bobcats
Chipmunks
Coyotes
Deer/Elk
Rabbits
Raccoons
Skunks
Squirrels
Weasels
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Crows/Ravens
Dove/Pigeon
Eagles
Grouse
Hawks
Humming Birds
Jays
Owls
Quail
Turkey
Woodpeckers
Wrens
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Cedar
Douglas Fir
Hemlocks
Nobel Fir
Ponderosa Pine
Spruce
Apple Trees
Maple Trees
Daisies
Lupines
Paintbrush
Rose
Berries
Ferns
Moss or Lichens
Thistle
Poison Oak
Poison Ivy
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Swimming
Bird Watching
Wildlife Viewing
Mountain Biking
1 Fire Circle
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10 mi. of Biking Trailer
10 mi. of Hiking Trails
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Park trails are open to day visitors who walk or bicycle into the park. However, when the campground or lodge is reserved, day visitors are not permitted in the campground or lodge area. Please respect the privacy of groups that have reserved the park.
Mountain biking is not allowed in the lodge or camp areas for safety reasons. Picnic NotesA lodge with a kitchen accommodates 75 people and sits on a hillside. To reserve, call (509) 664-6373.
Group CampingThe park has one group camp that accommodates up to 160 people (minimum of 20 people). There are 20 tent spaces, one restroom and two showers. Sites have no hook-ups. Maximum site length is 30 feet (may have limited availability). Fees vary with size of the group. Reservations are required. To reserve the group camp, call (509) 664-6373.
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| Park Services | Area Services |
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Auto Repair
Airport
Boating
Camping Area
Diesel
Fishing and Hunting Supplies
Gasolene
Gifts
Golfing
Groceries
Hardware
Hospital
Marine Supply
Overnight Accomodations
Pay Phones
US Mail
Propane
Recreational Equipment
White Gas
Wood
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