Campground List
CAMPGROUND NAME: Beckler River
VISIT DATE: 07/14/2007
UPDATE DATE: 8/16/2024
STATE: Washington
REGION: Pacific Northwest
RANGER DISTRICT: Skykomish
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Skykomish
RESERVATIONS: 1-877-444-6777 or make on-line reservation
DIRECTIONS:
From Skykomish, WA, take US Rt. 2 east 0.8 miles to Beckler
River Rd and campground sign. Turn left after signs onto Forest
Rt. 65 and go 1.3 miles to campground on left.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 1,100 ft.
The campground stretches along the rocky Beckler River ending in
a small loop through a stand of maple, hemlock, and some Douglas
fir. Some sites back up onto the river but most are tucked in
among the trees and are well shaded. Vine maples and shrubs
provide good privacy between sites. The sounds of Beckler River
can be heard throughout campground. The river offers some
fair swimming and tubing but this campground is better known for
its peaceful atmosphere. Firewood is available for a fee.
A possible day trip is the Iron Goat Trail #1074. It has two
trailheads nearby on US Rt 2. One is at mile post 55 (Martin
Creek) and the other at mile post 64.4 (Wellington). Martin Creek
is more convenient but a steep access to the trail. Wellington
commemorates a deadly early 1900s avalanche. Guided tours are
offered. For further information visit www.irongoat.org. Other
day trips are Deception Falls, the community of Skykomish, and a
drive along Old Cascade Highway.
This is bear country; practise safe food storage techniques.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open May 10 through September 14
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $30 per day - single
$32 per day - premium single
$60 per day - double
NOTE: $2 per day additional fee on national holidays.
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 1
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 26
Total Sites: 27
Tent Pads: Yes
Open Sites: Yes
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 27
No. Grilles on Sites: 27
Equestrian Camping: No
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 4
Waste Station: No
Average Parking Apron Size: 13' X 40'
Comments:
Parking aprons are paved.
FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: Yes
Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 1
No. Threaded: 0
Comments:
The water spigot is solar powered.
WATER SPORTS
Some wading, swimming and tubing possible.
HIKING - No
FISHING -
Brook and Rainbow trout
CAMPGROUND NAME: Bedal
VISIT DATE: 07/10/2007
UPDATE DATE: 8/16/2024
STATE: Washington
REGION: Pacific Northwest
RANGER DISTRICT: Darrington
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Darrington
RESERVATIONS: 1-877-444-6777 or make on-line reservation
DIRECTIONS:
In Darrington, WA, at the intersection of State Rts. 530 East,
530 West, and Mtn Loop Highway, take Mtn Loop Hwy south 16.3
miles to campground on right.
NOTE: Mountain Loop Highway becomes gravel, single lane with
turnouts after 9 miles.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 1,250 ft.
This little campground on the scenic Mountain Loop Highway, is a
single loop that meanders through a grove of cedar, Douglas fir,
and a variety of berry bushes. A few sites back up on the Sauk
River. A put-in is located next to these river front sites and
explains the campground's popularity. The Sauk is fed by
snow melt - very cold and a chalk green-blue color. The 8.3-mile
float goes from the campground to White Chuck Take-Out.
Suggested best time to float is April through July. An additional
feature of the campground is a probably the Civilian Conservation
Corps (CCC) built shelter at site 18. Overall, privacy between
sites ranges from fair to good.
A possible day trip is the nearby North Fork Sauk Falls trail #660.
NOTE: Tents are permitted only on provided tent pads.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open May 17 through September 14
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $25 per day - single
$50 per day - double
NOTE: $2 per single site / $4 per double site additional fee on national holidays.
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 4
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 16
Total Sites: 20
Tent Pads: Yes
Open Sites: Yes
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 20
No. Grilles on Sites: 20
Equestrian Camping: No
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 0
Waste Station: No
Average Parking Apron Size: 12' X 38'
Comments:
Some parking aprons are gravel while others are grass. Be aware
of low branches across some parking aprons.
FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: Yes
Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 0
WATER SPORTS
Lake: No
Swimming (provided): No
Sailing: No
Boat Ramp: No
Boat Carry Down Access: Yes
Power Boating: No
Boating (no power): Yes
Water Skiing: No
Rafting (whitewater): Yes
Kayaking (whitewater): Yes
Comments:
Sauk River has Class III to IV runs.
HIKING - No
FISHING
Steelhead trout
CAMPGROUND NAME: Buck Creek
VISIT DATE: 07/10/2007
UPDATE DATE: 8/16/2024
STATE: Washington
REGION: Pacific Northwest
RANGER DISTRICT: Darrington
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Darrington
RESERVATIONS: 1-877-444-6777 or make on-line reservation
DIRECTIONS:
From Darrington, WA take State Rt. 530 north 5 miles to Suiattle
Rd/Forest Rt. 26. Turn right onto Rt. 26 and go 27 miles to
campground.
NOTE: After the first 10 miles, Forest Rt. 26 becomes gravel.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 1,200 ft.
NOTE: Campground was closed because of flood damage and
road closure. Information provided by the Darrington Ranger
District Office.
The campground has two unnamed loops. The larger loop stretches
along Buck Creek and has the campground's pull-throughs. The smaller
loop is nearer the Forest road. Old growth Douglas fir and Cedar provide
ample shade. A notable feature of the campground is the large room-size
rock between sites 6 and 7 that was placed there by a glacier. Site 9 is
considered to be the campground's "honeymoon suite." The picnic shelter
was the original site of a bridge crossing the Suiattle River. A possible day
trip is a visit to Suiattle Guard Station with its dovetail construction. This
pretty little cabin was built by Forest Service Ranger, Tom Thompson in 1913.
NOTE: Tents are permitted only on provided tent pads.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open May 17 through September 14
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $25 per day
NOTE: $2 per day additional fee on national holidays.
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 20
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 0
Total Sites: 20
Tent Pads: Yes
Open Sites: Yes
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 20
No. Grilles on Sites: 20
Equestrian Camping: No
FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: Yes
Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 0
WATER SPORTS - None
HIKING
Buck Creek trail (foot) - 1 mile
FISHING
Rainbow and Buck trout and Dolly Varden (catch and release only)
CAMPGROUND NAME: Clear Creek
VISIT DATE: 07/10/2007
UPDATE DATE: 8/16/2024
STATE: Washington
REGION: Pacific Northwest
RANGER DISTRICT: Darrington
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Darrington
RESERVATIONS: 1-877-444-6777 or make on-line reservation
DIRECTIONS:
In Darrington, WA, at the intersection of State Rts. 520 East, 520
West and Mtn Loop Highway, take Mtn Loop Highway south 2.8 miles
to campground on left.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 700 ft.
The campground stretches along the Sauk River up to Clear Creek.
The moist riparian environment provides good conditions for
Douglas fir, maple, and alder to grow and provide some shade.
Ferns, moss, and various shrubs offer fair to good privacy.
Although most sites back up on to the river, only a few have a view
of water. The sound of the river's flowing water can be heard
throughout campground. It is close enough to Darrington for
a cook's night out. Firewood is available for a fee.
NOTE: Tents are permitted only on provided tent pads.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open May 17 through September 14
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $30 per day - single
$32 per day - premium single
NOTE: $2 per day additional fee on national holidays.
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 1
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 11
Total Sites: 12
Tent Pads: Yes
Open Sites: Yes
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 12
No. Grilles on Sites: 12
Equestrian Camping: No
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 2
Waste Station: No
Average Parking Apron Size: 12' X 40'
Comments:
The parking aprons are gravel. The interior road is a dead end with
a tight turn-around; large RVs will have problems negotiating the turn.
FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: Yes
Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 0
WATER SPORTS - None
HIKING - No
FISHING
Steelhead trout
CAMPGROUND NAME: Denny Creek
VISIT DATE: 07/27/2007
UPDATE DATE: 8/16/2024
STATE: Washington
REGION: Pacific Northwest
RANGER DISTRICT: Snoqualmie-North Bend Office
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: North Bend
RESERVATIONS: 1-877-444-6777 or make on-line reservation
DIRECTIONS:
In North Bend, WA, at the intersection of North Bend Way and
Bendigo Blvd (State Rt. 202), take Bendigo Blvd 0.7 miles to
I-90 east, Spokane entrance. Proceed east on I-90 for 16.2
miles to Exit 47 (Tinkham Rd). Take Exit 47 and, at stop sign,
turn left and go 0.1 miles to a "T" intersection. Turn right onto
Denny Creek Rd and go 0.2 miles to another intersection. Turn
left, staying on Denny Creek Rd, and go 2.1 miles to campground
on left.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 2,200 ft.
This campground has three unnamed overlapping loops where Lodge
Creek feeds South Fork Snoqualmie River in a stand of mixed
conifers including Douglas fir and hemlock. The many trees
provide a lacy shade to sites giving the campground an airy feel.
While a few sites back up on the River, the thick vegetation
limits any view of the water. This is a very popular campground
that fills late Thursday; reservations suggested. There is some
distant noise from I-90 but not too distracting. Firewood is
available for a fee.
This is bear country; practise safe food storage techniques.
Possible day trips from campground: Asahel Curtis Nature Trail;
the water slides on Denny Creek Trail, Franklin Falls, and a drive
to Snoqualmie Pass.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open May 24 through September 21
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $35 per day - single w/ no hookups
$50 per day - single w/ electric hookups
$70 per day - double
NOTE: $2 per single site / $4 per double site additional fee on national holidays.
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 0
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 32
Total Sites: 32
Tent Pads: Yes
Open Sites: Yes
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 32
No. Grilles on Sites: 32
Equestrian Camping: No
RV INFORMATION
No. Full Hookups (includes waste): 0
No. Water and Electric Only: 0
No. Water Only: 0
No. Electric Only: 9
No. RV Pull Throughs: 6
Waste Station: No
Average Parking Apron Size: 12 X 37'
Comments:
The parking aprons are paved.
FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: Yes
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: Yes
Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 10
No. Threaded: 1
Comments:
Threaded spigot near host site.
WATER SPORTS
Wading possible in South Fork Snoqualmie River.
HIKING
Denny Creek trail #1014 (foot) - 4.1 miles
FISHING - No
CAMPGROUND NAME: Douglas-Fir
VISIT DATE: 07/03/2009
UPDATE DATE: 8/16/2024
STATE: Washington
REGION: Pacific Northwest
RANGER DISTRICT: Mt. Baker
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Maple Falls
RESERVATIONS: 1-877-444-6777 or make on-line reservation
DIRECTIONS:
In Maple Falls, WA, at intersection of State Rt. 542 and Silver Lake
Rd, take Rt. 542 east 9.5 miles to campground on left.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 1,200 ft.
The campground, on the North Fork Nooksack River, has two unnamed
loops. The loop to the left of the fee board has most of the
campsites backing up on the river and shorter parking aprons. A
lack of understory gives these sites an open airy feel while the
mature cedar, hemlock, and Douglas fir provide shade. Sites in
the other loop (right of fee board) are larger with longer parking
aprons. About half of these sites are along the river but trees
are larger and the shade dense enough for moss and lichen to grow.
This loop also has some attractive stonework at a few sites
reflecting its Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC) origin. Another
reminder is the little picnic shelter with it huge stone fireplace
and split shake roof.
A possible day trip is a visit to Picture Lake and Artist Point in
Heather Meadows further up Mt. Baker Scenic Highway (State Rt 542).
This is bear country; practise safe food storage techniques.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open May 24 through September 21
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $30 per day - single
$32 per day - premium single
NOTE: $2 per day additional fee on national holidays.
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 6
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 23
Total Sites: 29
Tent Pads: Yes
Open Sites: Yes
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 29
No. Grilles on Sites: 29
Equestrian Camping: No
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 0
Waste Station: No
Average Parking Apron Size: 11' X 40'
Comments:
The parking aprons are gravel.
FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: Yes
Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 2
No. Threaded: 0
Comments:
The water spigots are handpumps.
WATER SPORTS - None
HIKING
Horseshoe Bend (foot) - 1.5 mile (first 700' is wheelchair-
friendly)
FISHING - No
CAMPGROUND NAME: Gold Basin
VISIT DATE: 07/11/2007
UPDATE DATE: 8/16/2024
STATE: Washington
REGION: Pacific Northwest
RANGER DISTRICT: Darrington
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Granite Falls
RESERVATIONS: 1-877-444-6777 or make on-line reservation
DIRECTIONS:
From Granite Falls, WA, take Mountain Loop Rd east 12.1 miles to
campground on left.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 1,100 ft.
The campground, the largest, most developed, and most popular,
in the Forest, has four overlapping, unnamed loops along the South
Fork Stillaguamish River. Only one loop hugs the riverbank. The
sites in this loop have great views of the river and access to
sand beaches. While most of these sites are very open and sunny,
the campground's other loops are in a stand of lichen-draped
hemlock, maple, alder, and some Douglas fir. The ground is
covered with fern, moss, and a variety of shrubs providing good
to excellent privacy between sites. This part of the campground
has a lush, semi-tropical appearance. Learn about the Civilian
Conservation Corps (CCC) contributions to the area with a stop at
the nearby Verlot Public Service Center. Firewood is available for
a fee. Ranger campfire program at amphitheater Saturday evening
July through Labor Day.
Tents are permitted only on provided tent pads. This is bear
country; practise safe food storage techniques.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open July 19 through September 14
NOTE: 6/13/2024 - Campground temporarily closed due to river washout.
Contact ranger district office for latest status.
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $33 per day - single
$66 per day - double
$2 per single site / $4 per double site additional fee on national holidays.
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 21
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 70
Total Sites: 91
Tent Pads: Yes
Open Sites: Yes
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 91
No. Grilles on Sites: 91
Equestrian Camping: No
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 4
Waste Station: No
Average Parking Apron Size: 12' X 43'
Comments:
Parking aprons are gravel.
FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: Yes
Hot Showers: Yes
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: Yes
Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 15
No. Threaded: 1
Comments:
Showers are wheelchair-friendly and have a fee.
WATER SPORTS
Wading and limited tubing possible in River.
HIKING
Gold Basin Millpond (paved, foot and wheelchair-friendly) - 0.1
miles
Provides access to a wildlife viewing platform
FISHING
Rainbow trout
CAMPGROUND NAME: Horseshoe Cove
VISIT DATE: 07/02/2007
UPDATE DATE: 8/19/2024
STATE: Washington
REGION: Pacific Northwest
RANGER DISTRICT: Mt. Baker
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Concrete
RESERVATIONS: 1-877-444-6777 or make on-line reservation
DIRECTIONS:
From Concrete, WA, take State Rt. 20 west 5.1 miles to Baker Lake
Rd sign. Turn right onto Baker Lake Rd and go 15.2 miles to
campground sign. Turn right after sign onto Forest Rt. 1118 and
go 1.7 miles to campground.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 800 ft.
The campground has two unnamed loops. One loop includes the
boat ramp and most of the campground's parallel-style pull-through
parking aprons. The other loop has tent and RV sites, some of
which back up to the swim area and has the campground's only
flush toilets. A thick canopy from mature Douglas fir, cedar and
hemlock provide lots of shade and limits the ground cover
(understory) to primarily fern. Separation rather than the
fern, provides fair privacy between sites. This is a popular
family campground that fills by mid-day on Fridays.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open May 17 through September 14
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $35 per day - single
$37 per day - premium single
$70 per day - double
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 3
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 32
Total Sites: 35
Tent Pads: No
Open Sites: No
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 35
No. Grilles on Sites: 35
Equestrian Camping: No
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 12
Waste Station: No
Average Parking Apron Size: see RV Comments
Comments:
Some parking aprons are gravel and others are paved;
accommodate any size RV. Pull-through parking aprons
are parallel-style slots. An RV waste station with no
potable water is available at the entrance to Kulshan
campground, next to Baker Lake Dam - 1 mile off Baker
Lake Rd down a gravel road.
FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: Yes
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: Yes
Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 10
No. Threaded: 0
Comments:
The flush toilet is not wheelchair-friendly.
WATER SPORTS
Lake: Yes
Swimming (provided): Yes
Sailing: Yes
Boat Ramp: Yes
Boat Carry Down Access: Yes
Power Boating: Yes
Boating (no power): Yes
Water Skiing: Yes
Rafting (whitewater): No
Kayaking (whitewater): No
Comments:
Baker Lake is 3,616 acres and has a sandy swim beach at
campground. Depending on the lake's level, tree litter may be a
problem for boaters. Informal mooring possible.
HIKING - No
FISHING
Kokanee and Coho salmon and Rainbow trout
CAMPGROUND NAME: Marble Creek
VISIT DATE: 07/01/2007
UPDATE DATE: 8/19/2024
STATE: Washington
REGION: Pacific Northwest
RANGER DISTRICT: Mt. Baker
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Marblemount
RESERVATIONS: 1-877-444-6777 or make on-line reservation
DIRECTIONS:
In Marblemount, WA on State Rt. 20, take road to "Fish Hatchery"
across bridge east and go 8 miles to campground sign. Turn right
and go 0.4 miles to campground.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 1000 ft.
The campground is 13.4 miles from the North Cascades Hwy. (State
Rt. 20) entrance of North Cascade National Park.
This attractive campground is a large single loop through a stand
of grand old cedar, hemlock, and Douglas fir next to the Cascade
River. Chest high fern and other plants provide excellent
privacy between sites. A few sites are along the river but most
are tucked back among the trees. A rocky beach, with a view of
the North Cascades National Park's tower peak, offers sunbathing
opportunities. Moss draped trees and many birds add to the
campground's peaceful atmosphere. Firewood is available for a
fee.
This is bear country; practise safe food storage techniques.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open May 17 through September 14
NOTE: 8/19/2024 - Marble Creek campground temporarily closed due to fire
activity in area. Contact ranger district office for latest status.
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $30 per day - single
$60 per day - double
NOTE: $2 per single site / $4 per double site additional fee on national holidays.
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 0
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 22
Total Sites: 22
Tent Pads: Yes
Open Sites: Yes
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 22
No. Grilles on Sites: 22
Equestrian Camping: No
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 0
Waste Station: No
Average Parking Apron Size: 12' X 48'
Comments:
The parking aprons are gravel.
FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: Yes
Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 0
WATER SPORTS - None
HIKING - No
FISHING - No
CAMPGROUND NAME: Middle Fork
VISIT DATE: 07/27/2007
UPDATE DATE: 8/19/2024
STATE: Washington
REGION: Pacific Northwest
RANGER DISTRICT: Snoqualmie-North Bend Office
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: North Bend
RESERVATIONS: 1-877-444-6777 or make on-line reservation
DIRECTIONS:
In North Bend, WA, at the intersection of North Bend Way and
Bendigo Blvd (State Rt. 202), take Bendigo Blvd 0.7 miles to
I-90 east, Spokane entrance. Proceed east on I-90 for 4 miles to
Exit 34 (468th Ave SE). Take Exit 34 and, at stop sign, turn left
and go 0.3 miles to SE Middle Fork Rd. Turn right onto SE
Middle Fork Rd and go 0.9 miles to a "Y" intersection. Bear left,
continuing on SE Middle Fork Rd and go 1.2 miles to
another intersection. Turn left, onto Lk Dorothy Rd and go 9.7
miles to campground on left.
NOTE: Lk Dorothy Rd becomes dirt and gravel and rough, peppered
with potholes, after 0.3 miles.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 1,000 ft.
The campground is a large, bisected loop with a separate tent
only walk-in area next to the picnic/day use are. What these
tent sites lack in shade, they more than make up for with
amazing views of Garfield Mountain and the Alpine Lakes
Wilderness. The rest of the campground meanders through a stand
of hemlock and Douglas fir with a semi-tropical feel. Scattered
throughout the loop are large tree stumps suggesting just how
large the campground's trees could get. Most of the old stumps
now act as "nursery trees" providing a place for the next generation
of growth. Even with the poor condition of the access road, this
is a campground worth the drive - just take it slow. Each site
also has a pedestal grille. Firewood is available for a fee.
This is bear country; practise safe food storage techniques.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open May 24 through September 14
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $30 per day - single
$60 per day - double
NOTE: $2 per single site / $4 per double site additional fee on national holidays.
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 4
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 32
Total Sites: 36
Tent Pads: Yes
Open Sites: Yes
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 36
No. Grilles on Sites: 36
Equestrian Camping: No
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 0
Waste Station: No
Average Parking Apron Size: 10' X 37'
Comments:
The parking aprons are gravel.
FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: Yes
Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 2
No. Threaded: 0
WATER SPORTS - None
HIKING
C.C.C. Trail (foot, horse, mountain bike) - 3.2 miles
Campground Nature Trail (foot) - 0.3 mile
Snoqualmie Lake Trail (foot) - 8 miles
Middle Fork Trail #1003 - (foot, horse and mountain bike - only on odd
numbered days) - 14 miles
FISHING - No
CAMPGROUND NAME: Mineral Park
VISIT DATE: 07/01/2007
UPDATE DATE: 8/19/2024
STATE: Washington
REGION: Pacific Northwest
RANGER DISTRICT: Mt. Baker
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Marblemount
RESERVATIONS: 1-877-444-6777 or make on-line reservation
DIRECTIONS:
In Marblemount, WA on State Rt 20, take road to "Fish Hatchery"
across bridge east 15.6 miles to Mineral Park - West campground
sign. Turn right into the west section or continue straight 0.1
miles to campground's East section.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
Elevation is 1,700 ft.
The campground is 21 miles from the North Cascades Hwy. (State
Rt. 20) entrance of North Cascades National Park.
The campground has two sections, East and West, separated by the
North Fork Cascade River. The East section is best suited for tents,
but pick-up trucks with slide-ins can be accommodated. The West
section is small-RV-friendly but neither section will accommodate
travel trailers. Some sites in the West section overlook the
Cascade River while the East section's sites are along North
Fork of Cascade River. The thick canopy of Douglas fir, hemlock,
and other conifers, some moss covered, provide ample shade while
the dense understory of berry bushes, fern and other shrubs
insure good to excellent privacy between sites.
This is bear country; practise safe food storage techniques.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open May 17 through September 14
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $25 per day - single
$50 per day - double
NOTE: $2 per single site / $4 per double site additional fee on national holidays.
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 9
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 12
Total Sites: 21
Tent Pads: Yes
Open Sites: Yes
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 21
No. Grilles on Sites: 21
Equestrian Camping: No
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 2
Waste Station: No
Average Parking Apron Size: 11' X 37'
Comments:
The parking aprons are gravel. The Forest Service
does not recommend travel trailers in either section.
FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: No
Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 0
WATER SPORTS - None
HIKING - No
FISHING - No
CAMPGROUND NAME: Money Creek
VISIT DATE: 07/14/2007
UPDATE DATE: 8/20/2024
STATE: Washington
REGION: Pacific Northwest
RANGER DISTRICT: Skykomish
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Skykomish
RESERVATIONS: 1-877-444-6777 or make on-line reservation
DIRECTIONS:
From Skykomish, WA, take U.S. Rt. 2 west 2.5 miles to campground
sign. Turn left and go 0.1 miles to campground's east and west
entrances.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 900 ft.
The campground has two sections, East and West. The East section
is a spur stretching along the South Fork Skykomish River with a
tight turn around - not recommended for large RVs. Each site is
at the river's edge, most are sunny and have double-wide parking
aprons. The West section is a compact loop with sites close
together. Parking aprons in this section are a little longer and
have single car width. Only a couple of sites have a view of
water but all are well shaded. All pull-throughs are in the West
section with a couple being parallel parking slots. Cedar,
Douglas fir, and a scattering of Big Leaf maples provide shade while
Devil's Club, Vine maple, fern and other shrubs provide fair
privacy. The West section is closest to active railroad tracks,
while traffic noise from US Rt. 2 is noticeable in the East section.
This family-friendly campground fills up weekends - reservations
recommended.
A possible day trip is the Iron Goat Trail #1074. It has two
trailheads nearby on US Rt. 2. One is at Milepost 55 (Martin
Creek) and the other at Milepost 64.4 (Wellington). Martin Creek
is more convenient but a steep access to the trail. Wellington
commemorates a deadly early 1900s avalanche. Guided tours are
offered. For further information visit www.irongoat.org. Other
day trips are Deception Falls, the community of Skykomish, and a
drive along Old Cascade Highway.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open May 17 through September 14
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $30 per day - single
$34 per day - premium single
$60 per day - double
$68 per day - premium double
NOTE: $2 per single site / $4 per double site additional fee on national holidays.
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 2
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 21
Total Sites: 23
Tent Pads: Yes
Open Sites: Yes
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 23
No. Grilles on Sites: 23
Equestrian Camping: No
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 5
Waste Station: No
Average Parking Apron Size: 29' X 25'
Comments:
Some parking aprons are gravel and some are paved. There are
grey water disposal sites scattered around the campground.
NOTE: The average apron width is greater than its length.
FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: Yes
Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 14
No. Threaded: 0
WATER SPORTS
An informal swim area with a sandy beach is available just
outside the campground at the bridge.
HIKING - No
FISHING
Steelhead and Rainbow trout
CAMPGROUND NAME: Panorama Point
VISIT DATE: 07/02/2007
UPDATE DATE: 8/20/2024
STATE: Washington
REGION: Pacific Northwest
RANGER DISTRICT: Mt. Baker
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Concrete
RESERVATIONS: 1-877-444-6777 or make on-line reservation
DIRECTIONS:
From Concrete, WA, take State Rt. 20 west 5.1 miles to Baker Lake
Rd sign. Turn right at sign onto Baker Lake Rd and go 19.2 miles
to campground sign. Turn right into campground.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 800 ft.
Vehicle access into the North Cascades National Park is 39 miles from
the campground via North Cascades Hwy. (State Rt. 20).
The campground is a single loop with a spur stretching across a
little peninsula on Baker Lake. A pleasant mix of Douglas fir,
hemlock, and maples provide lots of shade and have a tendency to
block the view of water. Fern and other shrubs provide the
understory but offer little privacy between sites. Firewood is
available for a fee.
This is bear country; practise safe food storage techniques.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open May 17 through September 14
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $35 per day - single
$37 per day - premium single
$74 per day - premium double
NOTE: $2 per single site / $4 per double site additional fee on national holidays.
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 5
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 10
Total Sites: 15
Tent Pads: Yes
Open Sites: No
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 15
No. Grilles on Sites: 15
Equestrian Camping: No
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 0
Waste Station: No
Average Parking Apron Size: 12' X 33'
Comments:
The parking aprons are gravel. An RV waste station with no potable
water is available at the entrance to Kulshan campground, next to
Baker Lake Dam - 1 mile off Baker Lake Rd down a gravel road.
FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: Yes
Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 1
No. Threaded: 0
Comments:
The water spigot is a water buffalo tank.
WATER SPORTS
Lake: Yes
Swimming (provided): No
Sailing: Yes
Boat Ramp: Yes
Boat Carry Down Access: Yes
Power Boating: Yes
Boating (no power): Yes
Water Skiing: Yes
Rafting (whitewater): No
Kayaking (whitewater): No
Comments:
Baker Lake is 3,616 acres. Depending on the lake's level, tree
litter may be a problem for boaters. Informal mooring possible.
HIKING - No
FISHING
Kokanee and Coho salmon and Rainbow trout
CAMPGROUND NAME: Park Creek
VISIT DATE: 07/02/2007
UPDATE DATE: 8/20/2024
STATE: Washington
REGION: Pacific Northwest
RANGER DISTRICT: Mt. Baker
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Concrete
RESERVATIONS: 1-877-444-6777 or make on-line reservation
DIRECTIONS:
From Concrete, WA, take State Rt. 20 west 5.1 miles to Baker Lake
Rd sign. Turn right at sign onto Baker Lake Rd and go 20.1 miles
to Forest Rt. 1144 (across from Baker Lake Resort). Turn left
onto Rt. 1144 (gravel) and then left into campground.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 900 ft.
Vehicle access into the North Cascades National Park is 39 miles from
the campground via North Cascades Hwy. (State Rt. 20).
This campground stretches beside Park Creek in a stand of Douglas
fir and hemlock. Berry bushes, including huckleberry, and other
shrubs provide good privacy. Although sites back up on the creek,
few have a view of the water. Away from Baker Lake, the campground
offers a pleasant alternative to the more popular and sometimes
noisy and crowded lakeside campgrounds.
This is bear country; practice safe food techniques.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open May 17 through September 14
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $30 per day
NOTE: $2 per day additional charged on national holidays.
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 0
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 12
Total Sites: 12
Tent Pads: Yes
Open Sites: Yes
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 12
No. Grilles on Sites: 12
Equestrian Camping: No
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 0
Waste Station: No
Average Parking Apron Size: 12 X 48'
Comments:
The parking aprons are grass and gravel. An RV dump station with no
potable water is available at the entrance to Kulshan campground,
next to Baker Lake Dam - 1 mile off Baker Lake Rd down a gravel road.
FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: No
Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 0
WATER SPORTS
Nearby Baker Lake offers a full range of water-sports.
HIKING - No
FISHING - No
CAMPGROUND NAME: Red Bridge
VISIT DATE: 07/11/2007
UPDATE DATE: 8/20/2024
STATE: Washington
REGION: Pacific Northwest
RANGER DISTRICT: Darrington
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Granite Falls
RESERVATIONS: 1-877-444-6777 or make on-line reservation
DIRECTIONS:
From Granite Falls, WA, take Mountain Loop Rd east 16.9 miles to
campground on right.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 1,300 ft.
The campground, on the South Fork Stillaguamish River and along
the scenic Mountain Loop Highway, offers campsites on the river's
edge as well as tucked back in a stand of maples, hemlock, and
various conifers. Tall elderberry and salmon berry bushes,
fern and other shrubs provide fair to good privacy between
sites. This is a a quiet campground where about the only sounds
heard are from the river and birds high in the trees. Wading maybe
possible in some places. Learn about the Civilian Conservation
Corps (CCC's) contributions to the area with a stop at the Verlot
Public Service Center. Firewood available for a fee.
Tents are permitted only on provided tent pads.
This is bear country; practise safe food storage techniques.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open May 17 through September 14
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $25 per day - single
$27 per day - premium single
$50 per day - double
NOTE: $2 per single site / $4 per double site additional fee on national holidays.
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 1
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 13
Total Sites: 14
Tent Pads: Yes
Open Sites: Yes
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 14
No. Grilles on Sites: 14
Equestrian Camping: No
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 0
Waste Station: No
Average Parking Apron Size: 12' X 35'
Comments:
Parking aprons are gravel. Be aware of low branches across some
aprons.
FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: Yes
Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 0
WATER SPORTS - None
HIKING - No
FISHING
Steelhead trout
CAMPGROUND NAME: Shannon Creek
VISIT DATE: 07/02/2007
UPDATE DATE: 8/20/2024
STATE: Washington
REGION: Pacific Northwest
RANGER DISTRICT: Mt. Baker
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Concrete
RESERVATIONS: 1-877-444-6777 or make on-line reservation
DIRECTIONS:
From Concrete, WA take State Rt. 20 west 5.1 miles to Baker Lake
Rd sign. Turn right at sign onto Baker Lake Rd and go 23.4 miles
to campground on right.
NOTE: Baker Lake Rd becomes gravel at 20.3 miles.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 900 ft.
This attractive campground is a single loop with a spur to the
boat ramp at the east end of Baker Lake. Cedar, hemlock, and
maple provide an overstory. Fern and other shrubs form the
middlestory and a carpet of moss compose the understory. Sites
in spur have a view of lake and are the most open. The first few
sites at the campground's entrance have dense shade and a sub-
tropical appearance. The remaining sites are sunny with an open,
airy appearance. Firewood is available for a fee.
This is bear country; practise safe food storage techniques.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open May 17 through September 14
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $30 per day - single
$32 per day - premium single
$60 per day - double
NOTE: $2 per single site / $4 per double site additional fee on national holidays.
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 6
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 13
Total Sites: 19
Tent Pads: No
Open Sites: Yes
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 19
No. Grilles on Sites: 19
Equestrian Camping: No
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 0
Waste Station: No
Average Parking Apron Size: 12' X 38'
Comments:
The parking aprons are grass and gravel. An RV waste station with no
potable water is available at the entrance to Kulshan campground,
next to Baker Lake Dam - 1 mile off Baker Lake Rd down a gravel road.
FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: Yes
Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 1
No. Threaded: 0
Comments:
The water spigot is a handpump.
WATER SPORTS
Lake: Yes
Swimming (provided): No
Sailing: Yes
Boat Ramp: Yes
Boat Carry Down Access: No
Power Boating: Yes
Boating (no power): Yes
Water Skiing: Yes
Rafting (whitewater): No
Kayaking (whitewater): No
Comments:
Baker Lake is 3,616 acres. Depending on the lake's level, tree
litter may be a problem for boaters. Informal mooring possible.
HIKING - No
FISHING
Kokanee and Coho salmon and Rainbow trout
CAMPGROUND NAME: Silver Fir
VISIT DATE: 07/03/2007
UPDATE DATE: 8/20/2024
STATE: Washington
REGION: Pacific Northwest
RANGER DISTRICT: Mt. Baker
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Maple Falls
RESERVATIONS: 1-877-444-6777 or make on-line reservation
DIRECTIONS:
In Maple Falls, WA, at intersection State Rt. 542 and Silver Lake
Rd, take Rt. 542 east 20.9 miles to campground on right.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 2,000 ft.
The campground stretches along the North Fork Nooksack River's
south bank in a stand of cedar, hemlock and alder. The parking
aprons for sites to the right of campground entrance are shorter
and wider than those to the left. All sites back up to the river
along a bluff. This is an attractive campground with good privacy
between sites and a tranquil atmosphere. However, the threat of
a child slipping and falling down the steep bank into the river
makes this campground less family-friendly than others in the
forest. The campground's Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC)
origin can be seen in the little picnic shelter with its large
stone fireplace and split shake roof. Firewood is available for a
fee.
A possible day trip is a visit to Picture Lake and Artist Point
in Heather Meadows further up Mt. Baker Scenic Highway,
State Rt. 542.
This is bear country; practise safe food storage techniques.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open May 17 through September 14
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $30 per day - single
$60 per day - double
NOTE: $2 per single site / $4 per double site additional fee on national holidays.
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 1
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 19
Total Sites: 20
Tent Pads: Yes
Open Sites: Yes
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 20
No. Grilles on Sites: 20
Equestrian Camping: No
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 0
Waste Station: No
Average Parking Apron Size: 15' X 40'
Comments:
Parking aprons are gravel.
FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: No
Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 2
No. Threaded: 0
WATER SPORTS - None
HIKING - No
FISHING
Rainbow and Cutthroat trout
CAMPGROUND NAME: Silver Springs
VISIT DATE: 07/31/2007
UPDATE DATE: 8/20/2024
STATE: Washington
REGION: Pacific Northwest
RANGER DISTRICT: Snoqualmie-Enumclaw Office
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Greenwater
RESERVATIONS: 1-877-444-6777 or make on-line reservation
DIRECTIONS:
From Greenwater, WA, take State Rt. 410 east 13.2 miles to
campground on right.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 2,600 ft.
The northeast entrance (White River) to Mt. Rainier National
Park is 7.2 miles from campground.
With three unnamed loops and a spur meandering throughout
a grove of old Douglas fire, hemlock, and cedar, this place can
only be described as a pretty campground. The White River
is on one side and a sparkling clear brook flows through one
loop providing the majority of sites with a view of the river.
Separation, rather than vegetation, provides good privacy
between sites. Firewood is available for a fee.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open May 17 through September 14
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $35 per day - single
$38 per day - premium single
$70 per day - double
NOTE: $2 per single site / $4 per double site additional fee on national holidays.
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 2
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 51
Total Sites: 53
Tent Pads: Yes
Open Sites: Yes
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 53
No. Grilles on Sites: 53
Equestrian Camping: No
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 1
Waste Station: No
Average Parking Apron Size: 11 X 38'
Comments:
The parking aprons are paved.
FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: Yes
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: Yes
Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 14
No. Threaded: 1
WATER SPORTS - None
HIKING - No
FISHING - No
CAMPGROUND NAME: Sulphur Creek
VISIT DATE: 07/10/2007
UPDATE DATE: 8/20/2024
STATE: Washington
REGION: Pacific Northwest
RANGER DISTRICT: Darrington
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Darrington
RESERVATIONS: 1-877-444-6777 or make on-line reservation
DIRECTIONS:
From Darrington, WA take State Rt 530 north 5 miles to Suiattle
Rd/Forest Rt 26. Turn right onto Rt 26 and go 30 miles to
campground.
NOTE: After first 10 miles, Forest Rt. 26 becomes gravel.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 1,500 ft.
NOTE: Campground was closed because of flood damage at the time
of authors' visit; information provided by Forest Service.
The campground stretches along Sulphur Creek, which does have an
odor, and Suiattle River. Cedar, hemlock, Douglas fir, and
alder provide ample shade to sites. It is the closest developed
campground to the Glacier Peak Wilderness and Pacific Crest Trail
(PCT) and is often used as a base camp. Tents are permitted only
on provided tent pads.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open May 24 through September 15
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $25 per day - single
$50 per day - double
NOTE: $2 per single site / $4 per double site additional fee on national holidays.
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 0
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 20
Total Sites: 20
Tent Pads: Yes
Open Sites: Yes
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 20
No. Grilles on Sites: 20
Equestrian Camping: No
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 1
Waste Station: No
Average Parking Apron Size: 16' X 42'
Comments:
The parking aprons are gravel.
FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: Yes
Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 0
WATER SPORTS - None
HIKING
Sulphur Creek trail (foot) - .75 mile
Suiattle trail (foot and horse) - .25 mile
provides access to network of trails in Glacier Peak Wilderness
and Pacific Crest Trail
FISHING
Varden Dolly (catch and release only), Rainbow and Brook trout
CAMPGROUND NAME: The Dalles
VISIT DATE: 07/31/2007
UPDATE DATE: 8/20/2024
STATE: Washington
REGION: Pacific Northwest
RANGER DISTRICT: Snoqualmie-Enumclaw Office
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Greenwater
RESERVATIONS: 1-877-444-6777 or make on-line reservation
DIRECTIONS:
From Greenwater, WA take State Rt. 410 east to campground on
right.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 2,200 ft.
The northeast entrance (White River) to Mt. Rainier National Park
is 13.4 miles from campground.
This campground, a single loop, stretches between the White River
and State Rt. 410. Sites along the river, receiving some shade from
young cedar, a few small Douglas fir, and other conifers, back
up on the river and are much sunnier. Sites along Rt. 410 enjoy
deep shade from huge, grand old Douglas fir but traffic noise is
noticeable. (Be sure to visit the campground's eleven-foot
diameter, 700 year old Douglas fir.) The dense vegetation offers
excellent privacy to these sites while it is the separation
between the river-located sites which provides them good privacy.
Firewood available for a fee.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open May 17 through September 14
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $30 per day - single
$32 per day - premium single
NOTE: $2 per day additional fee on national holidays.
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 2
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 40
Total Sites: 42
Tent Pads: No
Open Sites: Yes
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 42
No. Grilles on Sites: 42
Equestrian Camping: No
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 0
Waste Station: No
Average Parking Apron Size: 10' X 39'
Comments:
The parking aprons are a rough gravel.
FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: Yes
Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 7
No. Threaded: 0
WATER SPORTS - None
HIKING
Dales River Trail #A.K.A. (wheelchair-friendly, foot, mountain
bike) - 0.8 miles
Dalles River View Trail (foot, horse, mountain bike) - 1.25 miles
FISHING - No
CAMPGROUND NAME: Tinkham
VISIT DATE: 07/27/2007
UPDATE DATE: 8/20/2024
STATE: Washington
REGION: Pacific Northwest
RANGER DISTRICT: Snoqualmie-North Bend Office
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: North Bend
RESERVATIONS: 1-877-444-6777 or make on-line reservation
DIRECTIONS:
In North Bend, WA, at the intersection of North Bend Way and
Bendigo Blvd (State Rt. 202), take Bendigo Blvd 0.7 miles to
I-90 east, Spokane entrance. Proceed east on I-90 and
go 11.2 miles to Exit 42 (Tinkham Rd). Take Exit 42 to stop
sign. Turn right and go 1.5 miles to campground on left.
NOTE: The last 1.3 miles are on a dirt road.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 1,600 ft.
The campground has two unnamed loops stretching along
the South Fork Snoqualmie River through a dense stand of
mixed conifers including hemlock and cedar. Maple and
alder scattered around the campground suggest attractive
fall colors. Fern, Devil's Club and other shrubs add to the
campground's "woodsy" feel and provide good to excellent
privacy. Some sites overlook the river but most have no
view of the water. Dinner table size tree stumps, many
draped with moss "tablecloths," some dotted with new
trees, are scattered around campground. Some sites
have "V" shaped parking aprons. Convenient to I-90, this
campground would be good for transient campers but
nice enough for a longer stay. Traffic noise from nearby
I-90 can be distracting. Firewood is available for a fee.
This is bear country; practise safe food storage technique.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open May 17 through September 14
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $30 per day - single
$32 per day - premium single
NOTE: $2 per day additional fee on national holidays.
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 7
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 40
Total Sites: 47
Tent Pads: No
Open Sites: Yes
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 47
No. Grilles on Sites: 47
Equestrian Camping: No
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 0
Waste Station: No
Average Parking Apron Size: 15' X 48'
Comments:
Parking aprons are moss or grass covered gravel.
FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: Yes
Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 1
No. Threaded: 0
Comments:
The water spigot is a handpump.
WATER SPORTS - None
HIKING
Tinkham Discovery Trail #1259 (foot) - 0.3 miles
FISHING - No
CAMPGROUND NAME: Troublesome Creek
VISIT DATE: 07/13/2007
UPDATE DATE: 8/20/2024
STATE: Washington
REGION: Pacific Northwest
RANGER DISTRICT: Skykomish
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Gold Bar
RESERVATIONS: 1-877-444-6777 or make on-line reservation
DIRECTIONS:
In Gold Bar, WA, at the intersection of 10th St. and US Rt. 2,
take Rt. 2 east 7 miles to Index Galena Rd. (Forest Rt. 63).
Turn left onto Index Galena Rd. and go 11 miles to
campground on right.
NOTE: Because of flood damage to a section of the access
road, the authors are estimating the directions.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 1,200 ft.
NOTE: Because of road damage to a section of the access road,
the authors were unable to survey campground; information provided by
Skykomish Ranger District Office.
This popular campground has two spurs, a loop, and a walk-in
tent only area stretching along North Fork Skykomish River
and bisected by the snow melt-fed, blue-green, Troublesome
Creek. This is truly a "troublesome" creek that every year
seems to tempt campers to take a dip, only to discover this
creek can be dangerous. The campground meanders through
a riparian environment of Salmon berry, fern, hemlock, Douglas
and Silver fir as well as Big Leaf and Vine maples. The upper
section with a spur and loop enjoy good privacy between sites
but the lower section, with the spur and walk-in sites, has only
fair privacy.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open May 24 through September 14
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $30 per day - single
$60 per day - double
NOTE: $2 per single site / $4 per double site additional fee on national holidays.
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 0
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 25
Total Sites: 25
Tent Pads: No
Open Sites: Yes
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 25
No. Grilles on Sites: 25
Equestrian Camping: No
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 0
Waste Station: No
Average Parking Apron Size: 11' X 35'
Comments:
Parking aprons are paved. No travel trailers permitted in the
upper section's spur, Sites 19 thru 25.
FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: Yes
Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 1
No. Threaded: 0
Comments:
The water spigot is a handpump.
WATER SPORTS
Wading possible in North Fork Skykomish River -- NOT in
Troublesome Creek.
HIKING
Nature Trail Loop (foot) - 0.5 miles
FISHING
Steelhead and Rainbow trout
CAMPGROUND NAME: Turlo
VISIT DATE: 07/11/2007
UPDATE DATE: 8/20/2024
STATE: Washington
REGION: Pacific Northwest
RANGER DISTRICT: Darrington
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Granite Falls
RESERVATIONS: 1-877-444-6777 or make on-line reservation
DIRECTIONS:
From Granite Falls, WA take Mountain Loop Rd. east 9.6 miles to
campground sign. Turn right into campground.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 1,000 ft.
The campground is a single loop beside the South Fork
Stillaguamish River in a stand of maple, fir, and hemlock.
Although not all sites are on the river, it can be heard
throughout the campground. An RV-friendly campground,
it is the first campground on the scenic Mountain Loop
Highway, offering campers a good base camp for exploring
the area. The campground was originally built by the
Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC) but has been
modernized to accommodate current camping requirements.
Learn about the CCC's contributions to the area with a stop
at the nearby Verlot Public Service Center. Firewood is
available for a fee. Tents are permitted only on provided tent
pads.
This is bear country; practise safe food storage techniques.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: Yes
Seasonal Comment:
Services provided April 19 through September 21 - weather permitting
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $30 per day - single
$32 per day - premium single
NOTE: $2 per day additional fee on national holidays.
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 0
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 18
Total Sites: 18
Tent Pads: Yes
Open Sites: Yes
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 18
No. Grilles on Sites: 18
Equestrian Camping: No
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 0
Waste Station: No
Average Parking Apron Size: 13' X 44'
Comments:
The parking aprons are gravel and all about same size.
FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: Yes
Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 5
No. Threaded: 0
WATER SPORTS - None
HIKING - No
FISHING
Rainbow trout
CAMPGROUND NAME: Verlot
VISIT DATE: 07/11/2007
UPDATE DATE: 8/20/2024
STATE: Washington
REGION: Pacific Northwest
RANGER DISTRICT: Darrington
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Granite Falls
RESERVATIONS: 1-877-444-6777 or make on-line reservation
DIRECTIONS:
From Granite Falls, WA take Mountain Loop Rd east 9.8 miles to
campground on right.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 900 ft.
On the banks of South Fork Stillaguamish River and along the
scenic Mountain Loop Highway, the campground's Civilian
Conservation Corps (CCC) origin can be seen in its tight compact
appearance. While the campground enjoys a nice mix of trees,
including maple and cedar, it has a more open airy feel and poor
privacy between sites. The campground has two loops on either
side of the fee board. Both loops have flush toilets but the
right side loop has shorter parking aprons and the campground's
only tent pads but features a large sandy beach for sunning and
wading. Learn about the CCC's contributions to the area with a
stop at the nearby Verlot Public Service Center. Firewood is
available for a fee. Tents are permitted only on provided tent pads.
This is bear country; practice safe food storage techniques.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: Yes
Seasonal Comment:
Services provideds April 19 through September 21
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $30 per day - single
$32 per day - premium single
$60 per day - double
$64 per day - premium double
NOTE: $2 per single site / $4 per double site additional fee on national holidays.
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 8
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 17
Total Sites: 25
Tent Pads: Yes
Open Sites: Yes
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 25
No. Grilles on Sites: 25
Equestrian Camping: No
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 0
Waste Station: No
Average Parking Apron Size: 13' X 40'
Comments:
Some parking aprons are grass and some are gravel.
FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: Yes
Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 6
No. Threaded: 0
WATER SPORTS
Wading and limited tubing is possible in South Fork Sillaguamish
River
HIKING - No
FISHING
Rainbow trout
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