Lake Chelan

Lake Chelan State Park

Marked swim area Discover Pass
Access finding Washington State Parks lists swimming and a marked swim area

Public state park

Water conditions Not rated here

Not determined here; check state algae data and park alerts

Yes. Washington State Parks lists swimming at Lake Chelan State Park. The park has a marked swim area and sandy beach. Vehicle day use requires a Discover Pass.

Plan the access

Access status
Washington State Parks lists swimming and a marked swim area
Who can use it
Public state park
Manager
Washington State Parks
Published hours
6:30 a.m. to dusk, year-round
Published fees
Discover Pass: $10 one day or $45 annual, as published when checked
Reservation
No ordinary day-use reservation stated; camping is reservable
Lifeguards
Not stated on the manager page
Parking
Vehicle day use requires a Discover Pass
Water conditions
Not determined here; check state algae data and park alerts

Confirm before leaving

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Official pages and signs override this guide.

Day-use access and camping are separate

Camping can be reserved. The manager does not state a day-use reservation requirement, but visitors arriving by vehicle still need the appropriate Discover Pass.

Check the alert panel

Washington State Parks maintains a park-specific alert area for closures and restrictions. Use it for fire rules, facility changes, and other operating notices before traveling.

Access facts last checked against the linked manager on 2026-08-02. This date is not a water sample or a promise of present conditions.