Public Conduct in Chelan County, WA (2026)
4 rules for unincorporated Chelan County, Washington.
Verified from official government sources
Loitering Rules
In unincorporated Chelan County, loitering or prowling in a place, time or manner that manifests an unlawful purpose or creates reasonable alarm for public safety is a misdemeanor under § 7.32.180. The code builds in a due-process safeguard: officers must give a person a chance to explain their presence before an arrest can stand.
Loitering and Prowling Ban, Chelan County
Some RestrictionsChelan County Code §§ 7.32.180, 7.32.380
Any person who loiters or prowls in a place, at a time, or in a manner, and under circumstances that manifest an unlawful purpose or warrant alarm for the safety of persons or property in the vicinity shall be guilty of a misdemeanor. Circumstances which may be considered in determining whether such unlawful purpose is manifested or such alarm is warranted include, but are not limited to, the f...
Outdoor Smoking Restrictions
Unincorporated Chelan County has no general outdoor public-smoking ordinance covering streets or plazas, but the county's own campground draws a hard line: § 7.24.040(i) bans smoking, e-cigarettes, vaping and other tobacco use in all public areas of Wenatchee River County Park, confining it to inside a camper's own vehicle or RV.
Smoking Banned at County Park Campground
Significant RestrictionsChelan County Code § 7.24.040(i)
Smoking (including e-cigarettes and vaping) as well as the use of tobacco products is prohibited in all public areas of the park. These activities are allowed within the confines of your vehicle or camper.
Public Marijuana Use
In unincorporated Chelan County, recreational marijuana use is strictly prohibited anywhere inside a county park under Chapter 7.24's park rules. Medical marijuana is allowed only by a valid prescription holder acting consistently with state law; recreational possession must likewise stay within state limits. County parks are legally public places in view of the general public, and no vehicle, tent or structure in a park may be used as a residence.
Marijuana Use Banned in Chelan County Parks
Significant RestrictionsChelan County Code §§ 7.24.010(6), 7.24.020
Recreational and Medical Marijuana. All parts of all county parks are public places and places in view of the general public. No vehicle, structure, or tent, when in any county park, shall constitute a residence. Medical marijuana may be used and possessed in any park only in a manner consistent with state law by the owner of a valid prescription. Recreational marijuana may be possessed in any ...
Public Alcohol Use
Alcoholic beverages may not be displayed or consumed in public view inside a Chelan County park except in designated campsites or established picnic areas. Intoxicated people are barred from parks outright, and anyone who breaks the rule can be removed and lose their right to use the park.
Chelan County Park Alcohol Rules
Significant RestrictionsChelan County Code § 7.24.010(5)
Alcoholic Beverages. No alcoholic beverages, of any kind or nature, shall be displayed or consumed in public view within a park except within designated campsites or established picnic areas. Intoxicated persons are forbidden in any park. Persons violating this section are subject to removal from the park and their right to use the park may be revoked.
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