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Whistlin' Pine Ranch Resort

Hosted by Tara · Pateros, Washington
15 sites · RV, Tent, Lodging · 500 acres
91%
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24 reviews
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Exquisitely beautiful area formed by melting glaciers forming the "Alta Coulee". The campground is situated at the South end of Alta Lake, owned and operated by my grandparents in 1946 until my father took over in 1980 adding commercial Outfitting and Guide services by Sawtooth Outfitters. Covid put a halt on business for a few years, but we have once again opened the gates and are conducting business similar to those of the "Good Ol' Days"! With each new season brings a new opportunity and a small improvement project to continue paving the way into the future of Whistlin' Pine! The lake is 220 acres known to Anglers near and far. Plenty of room for the sunseekers wanting to play in the water on paddle boards, kayaks, jet skis, and water skiing. An 18-hole Golf Course resides at the North end of the lake and white water rafting just a few miles down the hill on the Methow River. For the foodies, Chelan is just 30 miles south and Twisp/Winthrop is 40 miles to the North, also abundant with events, wineries, and shopping. Guided Horseback riding is available onsite, must book in advance. We offer free Wi fi to guests near the office only. Additional information on the website at www.altalakeranch.com.

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11 sites
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Tent Site 8

93%
(14)
Tent site · Sleeps 4
TS 8 rests quietly under a big weeping willow and a large apricot tree which provides a nice shade cover. Spacious and just yards away from the beach and water's edge. Potable water source available throughout the campground. Designated fire pit and picnic table. Rate based on 1 vehicle and up to 4 persons per vehicle. Additional vehicles $15 per night. Additional people $10 per person per night.
No campfires
Toilet
Potable water
No pets
Showers
Picnic table
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Tent Site 6

100%
(4)
Tent site · Sleeps 4
TS 6, like 5, is also centrally located to campground amenities and the beach front. Big Pines provide plenty of shade. Potable water source available throughout campground. Designated fire pit. Rate based on 1 vehicle and up to 4 persons per vehicle. Additional vehicles $15 per night. Additional people $10 per person per night.
No campfires
Toilet
Potable water
No pets
Showers
Picnic table
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Tent Site 5

83%
(3)
Tent site · Sleeps 4
TS 5 is centrally located to all campground amenities and the beach front. It is nicely shaded by big pines. Potable water source available throughout campground. Designated fire pit. Rate based on 1 vehicle and up to 4 persons per vehicle. Additional vehicles $15 per night. Additional people $10 per person per night.
No campfires
Toilet
Potable water
No pets
Showers
Picnic table

Tent Site 7

100%
(3)
Tent site · Sleeps 4
TS 7 sits directly above Wrangler (cabin) and can accommodate car camping only. It is a short distance to the beach and water's edge. Good shade throughout the day. Porta Potty's on site. Potable water source available throughout campground. Rate based on 1 vehicle and up to 4 persons per vehicle.
No campfires
Toilet
Potable water
No pets
Showers
No picnic table
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Marv (Private Water Spigot)

100%
(2)
Tent site · Sleeps 4
"Marv" is a private dry camp space with easy beach access. It has its own Firepit and picnic table. There is an exclusive fresh water spigot right in the campsite. This particular site can accommodate a Truck with Camper, small pop-up unit, or a tent. 2 night minimum.
No campfires
Toilet
Potable water
No pets
Showers
Picnic table
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Group Site Beach

100%
(1)
Tent site · Sleeps 20
This group site sits in amongst the wooden cabins and has a front row view of the beach and steps away from lake access. It can accommodate up to 20 people and 5 vehicles, 2 of which could be small camp trailers or pop-up type vehicles. From this spot you can keep an eye on your boat, paddle boards, kayaks, etc. without the need or hassle to pack them from here to there. There are also paddle boards for rent conveniently located just steps away to the North of the camping area. Freshwater spigot is close by and porta potties conveniently located a short walking distance from this group site.
No campfires
Toilet
Potable water
No pets
Showers
Picnic table
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Tent Site 2

100%
(1)
Tent site · Sleeps 4
Tent Site 2 is a big level site, accommodating for one large tent or 2 smaller tents. During the daytime hours the sun shines brightly on this site, so a pop-up shade tent would be ideal to bring along also. Designated fire pit with potable water source available throughout the campground.
No campfires
Toilet
Potable water
No pets
Showers
Picnic table
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Tent Site 3

100%
(1)
Tent site · Sleeps 4
Tent Site 3 is a one tent one vehicle site. It sits under a nice big Ponderosa Pine providing lots of shade during the heat of the day. Potable water source available throughout campground. Designated fire pit. Rate based on 1 vehicle and up to 4 persons per vehicle.
No campfires
Toilet
Potable water
No pets
Showers
Picnic table
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Tent Site 4

100%
(1)
Tent site · Sleeps 4
Tent Site 4 is centrally located in the Northwest portion of the campground just below Tent Site 3. It is one of 3 camp spots (4-6) right next to one another and have full shade from pine trees all throughout the day. Potable water source available throughout campground. Designated fire pit. Rate based on 1 vehicle and up to 4 persons per vehicle.
No campfires
Toilet
Potable water
No pets
No showers
Picnic table
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Group Site Ponderosa

Booked 5 times
Tent site · Sleeps 20
This group site is nestled with in some beautiful big Ponderosa Pine trees and can accommodate up to 20 people and 5 vehicles, 2 of which could be small camp trailers or pop-up type vehicles. There is a freshwater spigot at the entrance of the site. You can access the water edge via a walk path right from the group site to do a little fishing or you can also access the water from the main beach area to drop the paddle board or kayak in. This site contains two separate fire pits to keep everyone warm during the evening hours. Porta Potties conveniently located a short walking distance from the site.
No campfires
Toilet
Potable water
No pets
Showers
Picnic table
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TS 9

Booked 1 time
Tent site · Sleeps 6
Tent Site 9 is part of the Group Site that can be rented alone or within the group site. It has room to pitch 2 tents and park 1 vehicle. It has a mixture of shade and sun depending on time of day. Surrounded by big ponderosa pine trees and just a short distance to the beach to access the lake for swimming, paddle boards, kayaks, etc. Also, do not forget to book your horseback ride experience in advance!!!
No campfires
Toilet
Potable water
No pets
Showers
Picnic table

RV-only sites

1 site
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Jerry (Power and Water hook up)

Booked 2 times
Vehicle site · Sleeps 4 · Vehicles under 24 ft
"Jerry" is a private RV hook up site with power and water with a great view of the property and lake. Can accommodate up to 24' trailer with extra room to pitch a tent for the kids. Can be rented out for a 2-night minimum or longer term.
No campfires
Toilet
Potable water
No pets
Electrical hookup
Water hookup

Lodging

3 sites
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Sart

Booked 2 times
Cabin · Sleeps 4 · 4 beds
"Sart" cabin is conveniently located in the middle of the campground amongst the Ponderosa Pines, wild service berries, and wild currant berries. Sart takes its name after the memory of one of the first homesteaders to call Alta Lake home. This particular cabin is the halfway point between the beach and the porta potties/showers. Built from a wooden structure with a metal roof and a deck on the front side. Inside the cabin you will find 2 wooden bunkbeds. Bring your bed roll and padding to sleep comfortably at night. Potable water spigot just steps away from the cabin and a fire pit for your enjoyment.
No campfires
Toilet
Potable water
No pets
Showers
No picnic table
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Diablo

Booked 1 time
Cabin · Sleeps 4 · 4 beds
"Diablo" cabin is located on the Northwest corner of the campground. It has a higher deck setting and full-frontal view of the Lake. The large trees provide a nice shade over the top of this cabin. "Diablo" was one of my grandfather's last guest companion horses that my father acquired when he took over the business in the early 80's. Rustic build from a wooden structure with a metal roof and a deck on the front side. Inside the cabin you will find 2 wooden bunkbeds. Bring your bed roll and padding to sleep comfortably at night. Potable water spigot just steps away from the cabin.
No campfires
Toilet
Potable water
No pets
Showers
No picnic table
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Marion

Cabin · Sleeps 4 · 4 beds
"Marion" cabin is located directly below the "Sart" cabin and roughly 30 yds from the beach and lake edge. It also is surrounded by the Ponderosa Pines, wild service berries, and wild currant berries. Marion cabin is in remembrance of the famous Naturalist Marion Rose who allowed rattlesnakes to live freely inside his dwelling with him. He lived just down the road right before the State Park. Built from a wooden structure with a metal roof and a deck on the front side. Inside the cabin you will find 2 wooden bunkbeds. Bring your bed roll and padding to sleep comfortably at night. Potable water spigot just steps away from the cabin and a fire pit for your enjoyment.
No campfires
Toilet
Potable water
No pets
Showers
No picnic table

Reviews

91% Recommend34 ratings · 24 reviews
Mixed feelings
· July 2026
Tent ·
Tent Site 5
It was a really beautiful site, and I enjoyed our stay, but throughout the weekend the portapotties on site got really gross, with the smell hitting the campsites pretty strongly. The toilet paper for them ran out by Saturday morning, so all of Saturday and Sunday we had to bring our own paper.
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Samantha R.
3 reviews
Mixed feelings
· July 2026
Neat experience, cool area
With kids ·
Diablo
We enjoyed the setting this camp is in. Alta Lake was beautiful and so were the surrounding ridges. My family had an unforgettable horseback ride, going into the canyon area for 2 hours and encountering an unbelievable variety of wildlife. The pricing was reasonable and the showers were clean and orderly. The lake made for good swimming and the cabins were large and spacious. Some things to be aware of: the portapotties were frequently out of toilet paper, so bring your own. Also, this camp has an intentionally rustic feel, but some things were a little too rustic. Benches were loose and wobbly, and the cabins needed repairs. Ours had a canvas flap in lieu of a door, a window which had been replaced with plywood (making the interior quite dark), and holes in the wall. Some holes were made for ventilation while others looked to be from some sort of damage, but we did wake up with bats flying around our faces in the top bunks. They’re harmless, but again, just something to be aware of if this isn’t the experience you're seeking.
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Clayton J.
2 reviews
Recommends
· June 2026
Peaceful getaway
Tent ·
Tent Site 6
Camping at Whistlin Pine Ranch was an absolute dream! Quiet and peaceful, perfect for paddle boarding! Very convenient and easy, we absolutely loved it! Don’t miss the turtles😍
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Demi P.
1 month on Hipcamp
Recommends
· May 2026
Camping but feels like glamping.
Tent ·
Tent Site 7
Tara is very warm and welcoming and was happy to upgrade us when we arrived because there was a better spot available. We ended up on the lake with our own fire pit and it could not have been more perfect. The camping spots and a good distance apart where you still maintain your privacy.
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Jenadee K.
2 reviews
Mixed feelings
· September 2025
20 ft pop-up camper · With kids ·
Jerry (Power and Water hook up)
Camp areas are very spacious and well laid out. There are some sites which are being renovated and as the renovation nears completion area will be very sought after. Location on lake 5 out of 5. Has a rustic feel, and host was very nice and accommodating. Would definitely go back.
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Shyla H.
3 years on Hipcamp
Recommends
· August 2025
Tent ·
Tent Site 8
Gorgeous little campsite by a beautiful lake. My friends and I loved camping here and hope to return in the future :)
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Dyke S.
1 year on Hipcamp
Mixed feelings
· July 2025
Tent Site 8
The sites are more private than originally thought and the lake was wonderful to swim in. I found it was very over priced for what we received. We paid approximately $60 per night and there was no working water so could not shower and our site had about 5 piles of dog poop in it. Back home I get the equivalent type of site for $15 per night. We were not offered a discount for showers not working. Friendly hosts and inviting environment for families.
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Joslin S.
2 years on Hipcamp
Recommends
· July 2025
Tent · With kids ·
Tent Site 8
Whistlin Pines was awesome! Tara is so kind and welcoming. Our friend and I booked campsites that were a bit far from each other and she remedied that and we had the perfect setup. Tara also checked in with us midway to make sure that the large group in the cabins weren't being too rowdy/loud for us at night (they weren't!) which was appreciated. The area itself is super gorgeous and private. Way way better than the state campground. So much room to explore. We loved the beach, and the kids loved paddleboarding. The lake is clean and safe. Even as a lifelong Washingtonian, I was surprised at the amount of wildlife there. Dragonflies, birds, ducks, and many more. So lovely. We will be back!
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Dan G.
1 year on Hipcamp
Recommends
· June 2025
TS8
Tent ·
Tent Site 8
Very private place to camp compared to what the park offers (butt to butt camp spots) which was great, hot showers were amazing, some of the best camp showers I’ve ever used!
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Tonie D.
1 year on Hipcamp
Recommends
· June 2025
As Magical As We Dreamed And More
Tent ·
Tent Site 8
My girlfriend and I had the most relaxing and wonderful stay at Whistlin' Pines Ranch. The host is lovely, the land is enchanting, the wildlife is thriving, the lake is perfect for boating and we took a canoe all around it. There are basic hot showers available for use which was a lovely surprise. The campfire pits are nice and built up with rocks from the land. The weather was perfect. The stars were so numerous and bright. On our way out we enjoyed hiking a nearby trail and observing the whole area from above. I give it 10 stars, we will be back as soon as possible.
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Phil P.
2 reviews
Recommends
· May 2025
Tent · With kids ·
Tent Site 4
We had a fantastic stay! Tara was a responsive and friendly host who made us feel welcome right away. The campsites were well kept, with plenty of space and privacy. The views were absolutely beautiful, and the lake was perfect for both paddle boarding and swimming—such a peaceful and refreshing spot. We will definitely be back, and I’ll be recommending this place to everyone I know!
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Corrin L.
2 reviews
Recommends
· May 2025
Wonderful Stay!
Tent ·
Tent Site 3
We loved staying at Whistlin’ Pine Ranch! Tara was so kind and accommodating. The campground was so peaceful and quiet, even on a holiday weekend. Will definitely be back to visit again!
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Macayla C.
4 reviews
Recommends
· September 2024
Tent · With kids ·
Tent Site 8
From the moment you see the Whistlin Pines sign you know this place is going to be special! Beautiful property, great access to the lake with a cut lil dock and beach area to access the lake. The ducks playing in the water was so fun to hear! Large site with so many options for set up, even two perfect trees for our hammock. Lots of firewood on hand to purchase and horseback riding available. Tara was so nice and came to greet us. Sadly, my little got too scared out camping but we will definitely be back with friends so he's not so scared. 10/10 recommend especially if you have a group!
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Hannah I.
2 reviews
Recommends
· September 2024
Tent ·
Tent Site 5
Beautiful view. Tara was so nice and welcoming. I'll definitely be back!
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Shelly A.
4 reviews
Recommends
· September 2024
Tent ·
Tent Site 7
Had a great weekend. The lake was busy over Labor Day weekend lots of boats and jet skis but still able to enjoy being on our paddle boards. Easy access to the lake from our camp site. Beautiful views of the mountain range.
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Maralee S.
3 years on Hipcamp
Recommends
· September 2024
Tent · With kids ·
Marv (Private Water Spigot)
Loved camping here! Very peaceful and serene. Tara the host was very accommodating to our family.
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Jesse N.
3 reviews
Recommends
· August 2024
Tent ·
Tent Site 8
Well kept campground with breathtaking scenery. We had an amazing day paddleboarding on Alta Lake. Highly recommended. Tara is such a great host.
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Jessica S.
3 reviews
Recommends
· August 2024
Great location! Beautiful calm lake
Tent ·
Tent Site 6
This is a fantastic place! It is at the opposite end of the lake from the State Park so it is very quiet. The cabins are primitive but serviceable from what I could see. The tent site has easy access to the lake, potable water and the portapottys. The lake is gorgeous in the morning for paddleboarding.
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The O.
1 year on Hipcamp
Mixed feelings
· August 2024
Tent · With kids ·
Tent Site 8
Tara and her daughter were very kind and responsive hosts and the site was well-located, adjacent to the beautiful lake. The main issue we had was with insects - there were so many bees (yellow jackets, I believe) - and they were everywhere, all the time. My son got stung...not fun. We were careful about cleaning up right away and putting away our food, but they did not give us a moment to relax at our site. The mosquitos were also problematic at night (my friend got eaten alive). Tara explained that it's been a rough summer with insects as it wasn't a cold enough winter. This would have been good to know ahead of time as it was impossible to relax.
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Stephanie L.
2 years on Hipcamp
Recommends
· June 2024
Tent · With kids ·
Tent Site 6
We absolutely loved camping at Whistlin' Pine Ranch! It was our very camping trip as a family of 4 & we had a blast. Huge thank you to Tara for hosting us. It was more than memorable and we will be coming back annually :)
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Brianna B.
2 years on Hipcamp
Recommends
· June 2024
Tent · Group trip ·
Tent Site 6
Great lakeside location with easy access to the water, beautiful setting and welcoming host. We stayed at a particularly quiet weekend and it was lovely!
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Shannon B.
3 years on Hipcamp
Recommends
· May 2024
Tent · With kids ·
Tent Site 8
What an amazing property! Located just past the state park, Tara was an amazing campground host and greeted us upon arrival. All sites are close to the lake and there’s a dock with private access for campers. Loved the sounds from all the wildlife at night. Many birds visited our campsite and even some butterflies. We needed a weekend away from the city and this place was great! Will come stay here again.
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Tonna D.
4 reviews
Recommends
· May 2024
Tent ·
Marv (Private Water Spigot)
I ended up getting upgraded to a different tent site that Tara recommended. It was great! Fairly private and closer to the lake. We had some mildly rowdy neighbors the first night. But they mellowed out the next few nights. I caught some nice trout from the shore and had a great time. Tara is a very kind and gracious host. Will definitely book another stay at the ranch.
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Kip B.
4 reviews
Recommends
· August 2023
Private ranch-like campground
Tent · With kids ·
Tent Site 8
A very private and beautiful campsite! Tara was very accommodating and helpful. Great at communication. We even had a campsite bear (friendly) to hang out with!
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Alex L.
3 reviews

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Pateros, Okanogan, Washington, United StatesTo respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking
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Hosted by Tara V.

Joined in June 2023
Response rate: 100%Response time: Within 4 hours

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