Public Power Benefit – Beebe Bridge Park Camping Pilot Program
Frequently Asked Questions
This document contains answers to frequently asked questions regarding the Beebe Bridge Park Camping Pilot Program offered to Chelan County PUD residential electrical customers during 2017 as part of Chelan PUD’s Public Power BenefitProgram.
Beebe Bridge Park Camping Pilot Study
What is the Beebe Bridge Park Camping Pilot Study?
The Beebe Bridge Park Camping Pilot Study was selected by the Chelan PUD Board of Commissioners as part of the District’s Public Power Benefit program. The preliminary study takes place during 2017 to evaluate the feasibility, time, costs, and Chelan PUD customer to improve upon the process and determine whether to continue the program in future years. Under the 2017 pilot program, Chelan County PUD residential electric customers have an opportunity to apply for up to two nights free camping at Beebe Bridge Park. Three campsitesat Beebe Bridge Park are set aside for this program during the 2017 camping season.
How does the pilot program work?
The program is a Chelan County PUD Public Power Benefit. Chelan County PUD residential electric customers may apply for up to two nights camping at Beebe Bridge Park between March 31st and October29th. Three campsites at Beebe Bridge Park are set aside for thepilot program during the 2017 camping season.
Who qualifies for the camping voucher?
Chelan County PUD residential electric customers, limited to two nights camping per household.
How do I apply?
Chelan PUD residential electric customers can apply on-line at dates can be viewed on the Web-site calendar changes frequently and please be aware that Public Power Benefit sites are first-come first-serve, so it is important to provide second and third choice camping dates for the best chance of getting a camping reservation.
You can also can pick up an application in person or bring in your completed application to any of the Chelan PUD office lobbies (Leavenworth, Chelan and Wenatchee). Please allow 2 – 3 days processing. Your vouchers will be mailed to the address provided on the application form.
How long does it take to receive my pass after I apply?
Please allow 2-3 business days for processing and additional days for mailing.
How many nights can I reserve?
Under the 2017 pilot program, Chelan County PUD residential electric customers have an opportunity to apply for up to two nights free camping at Beebe Bridge Park. You will receive one voucher for each night of camping.
Where can I use my camping voucher?
Vouchers are valid only at Beebe Bridge Park Campground. Beebe Bridge Park and Campground is owned and managed by Chelan County PUD.
How many people can I bring to the campsiteand how many tents are allowed at each site?
A maximum of 8 people are allowed in each campsite at Beebe Bridge Park. Your tent must fit in the designated tent pad. This could be one tent or two small tents.
What if I forgot to bring my camping voucherwith me to the park?
You must have your Public Power Benefit camping voucher with you to use the camping site.If you forget your voucher(s), you have the option to pay and camp as a regular camper. Beebe Bridge Park is a first-come, first-serve campground and during summer months there may be limited availability.
How do I show or use the voucher at the park?
The voucher separates into two pieces; one halfis placed in the collection box (iron ranger) at the campground entrance kiosk. The other half is placed on the driver’s side dashboard in plain view or in the clip located at the campsite bollard (short post) if the vehicle leaves the campground.
What if my pass is lost or stolen?
Passes can be replaced if verified that they have not been used. Please contact Chelan PUD Parks Department at 661 4551.
What is the cancellation/rescheduling policy?
You will need to contact the Chelan PUD Parks Department at (509) 661 – 4551 to change or cancel your reservation. We ask that you please cancel or reschedule no later than two full business days prior to your stay. Parks staff will work with you to find an alternate date and send you a new camping voucher.
What are the check-in and check-out times?
Check in time is 3:00 pm. Check out is 1:00 pm.
Can I use my voucher at other Chelan PUD Parks or Washington State Parks?
No, the voucher is only valid at Beebe Bridge Park.
What are the park rules and where can I read more about them?
Park rules are posted at the park kiosk and can be viewed on Chelan PUD’s Beebe Bridge Park web site
Where is Beebe Bridge Park located?
34 miles north of Wenatchee via Highway 97; 4 miles east of Chelan via Highway 150.
Address: 23459 SR97, Orondo, WA 98843)
GPS Coordinates: 119-58'16"W; 47-48'37"N \
Will my camping site be marked?
Yes. Public Power Benefit campsites will be uniquely signed with a reserved signboard. You will find your campsite number painted on the ground at the campsite.
What happens if I miss my first night of camping?
If you have two consecutive nights of camping and miss your first night of camping, yoursecond night campsite will be held until check in time (3:00 pm). If you don’t arrive by 3:00 pm on your second night, we will make the site availableto the public.
What is the maximum number of consecutive nights I can stay?
The maximum number of nights for a Public Power Benefit campsite is two nights.
However, Beebe Bridge Park camping is open to the public on a first-come, first-serve basis and you have the option of moving to another campsite in the park open to the public. Public camping is limited to 15 nights’ non-peak season and 10 night’s peak season.
Are pets allowed?
Yes. Pets must remain on a leash and under the owners supervision at all times.
Can I bring my RV?
Yes. The sites range from 40 feet to 60 feet.
Site# 22(38’ X 12’)Tent Pad: 15x15
Site#11 63’ X12’)Tent Pad: 24x17
Site#14(66’ X 12’)Tent Pad: 24 x17
What utilities are available?
Each site has water, power, a picnic table, fire pit and tent pad. There are no sewer hook ups or cable TV. There is a sewer dump station located at the right of the campground exit.
Who can I contact for more information or changes to my reservation?
Please contact Chelan County PUD Parks Department, M-F, 8:00am – 5:00pm, (509) 661 – 4551.
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