Camping in North Cascades National Park

Campgrounds

North Cascades National Park

North Cascades National Park offers an incredible range of camping experiences, from accessible campgrounds nestled among towering peaks and pristine lakes to remote backcountry sites for experienced adventurers seeking solitude in the wilderness. Whether you're pitching a tent at one of the park's developed campgrounds with amenities and easy access to trails, or embarking on a multi-day backpacking expedition through alpine meadows and alongside cascading waterfalls, the North Cascades provide unforgettable outdoor experiences for every skill level. The dramatic landscape of jagged mountains, over 300 glaciers, and crystal-clear waters makes this Washington treasure one of the most stunning destinations for camping in the Pacific Northwest.

A forested campsite with a picnic table, tent pad, and bear box.

Colonial Creek North Campground

38 Sites
6 Tent Only
$24.00 Per Night

Colonial Creek North Campground is a remote, yet bustling campground nestled in old growth forest. Located on the north side of State Route 20 near mile marker 130, there are 41 campsites that are surrounded by forest and located on Diablo Lake. Recreational opportunities include a fully accessible ...

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Reservations are required during the peak season for all campgrounds from late May through early September of each year. Campsite reservations are released in two different booking windows of 6 months...

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Wooden campground sign in front of a cabin.

Colonial Creek South Campground

93 Sites
19 Tent Only
$24.00 Per Night

Colonial Creek South Campground is a remote, yet busy campground nestled in old growth forest on the south side of State Route 20 near mile marker 130.Ten walk-in, tent-only sites are available first-come, first-served in the winter (sites 64-73). Sites may be difficult to access in winter. Reservat...

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Reservations are required during the peak season for all campgrounds from late May through early September of each year. Campsite reservations are released in two different booking windows of 6 months...

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A picnic shelter next to a river

Goodell Creek Campground

19 Sites
$20.00 Per Night

Goodell Creek Campground is situated in lush, old growth forest on the banks of the Skagit River. Campsites are suitable for tents and small RVs. First-come, first-served during the winter; summer reservations can be made up to 6 months in advance or 7 days in advance. Nearby recreational opportunit...

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Reservations are required during the peak season for all campgrounds from late May through early September of each year. Reservations are released in two different booking windows of 6 months in advan...

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An empty campsite in the forest.

Gorge Lake Campground

8 Sites
8 Tent Only
$20.00 Per Night

Gorge Lake Campground is located on the bank of Gorge Lake, next to the cascading Stetattle Creek and is a primitive camp with no water. First-come, first-served during the winter. Summer reservations can be made up to 6 months in advance. Nearby recreational opportunities include a boat launch on G...

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Reservations are required during the peak season for all campgrounds from late May through early September of each year. Campsite reservations are available 6 months in advance. Campsites can be reser...

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An open sunny forest near a green river.

Harlequin Campground

7 Sites
$20.00 Per Night

Harlequin Campground is located near Stehekin in Lake Chelan National Recreation Area, 4.5 miles up the Stehekin Valley Rd from Stehekin Landing and 0.5 miles from the public airstrip. All sites are walk-in sites though some have limited parking. First-come, first-served during the winter; summer re...

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Harlequin Campground sites are reservable 2-180 days in advance at www.recreation.gov or by calling 1-877-444-6777.

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A wooded campsite with a picnic table and fire pit

Hozomeen Campground

75 Sites
$0.00 Per Night

Hozomeen Campground is located at the north end of Ross Lake and is open from late May through October. There is no camping fee, and all sites are first-come, first-served. Facilities include boat launches, pit toilets, potable water, picnic tables and fire grates. Guests must pack-out all trash. Ca...

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Campsites are first-come, first-served.

An open sunny forest surrounds small campsites with picnic tables

Lakeview Campground

9 Sites
9 Tent Only
$20.00 Per Night

Located at the head of Lake Chelan, Lakeview Campground is a five minute walk from the boat dock at Stehekin Landing. All sites are walk-in sites for small to medium-sized tents. First-come, first-served during the winter; summer reservations can be made up to 6 months in advance through www.recreat...

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Lakeview Campground sites are reservable 2-180 days in advance at www.recreation.gov or by calling 1-877-444-6777.

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A sheltered picnic area in the forest

Lower Goodell Group Campground

2 Sites
$75.00 Per Night

Lower Goodell Group Campground is a convenient campground on the banks of Goodell Creek. Each group site has 5 tent pads, a pavilion with picnic tables, and a fire grate. Maximum capacity is 50 people and 20 vehicles per site. Lower Goodell sites can accommodate RV's. Vault toilets and garbage servi...

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Reservations are required during the peak season for all campgrounds from late May through early September of each year. Group campsite reservations are released 12 months in advance. Campsites can be...

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Benches in a forested amphitheater

Newhalem Creek Campground

107 Sites
13 Tent Only
$24.00 Per Night

Newhalem Creek Campground is a comfortable facility close to the town of Newhalem and the Skagit River. It is surrounded by forests that that can be explored through the area's many hiking trails. The campground has individual campsites as well as two group sites. It is private and secluded, yet the...

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Reservations are required during the peak season for all campgrounds from late May through early September of each year. Individual campsite reservations are released in two different booking windows ...

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A wooden picnic table at a campsite overlooks a paved road, large lake, and distant mountains.

Purple Point Campground

6 Sites
6 Tent Only
$20.00 Per Night

Located at the head of Lake Chelan, Purple Point Campground is a ten minute walk from the boat dock at Stehekin Landing. All sites are walk-in sites for small to medium-sized tents. First-come, first-served during the winter; summer reservations can be made up to 6 months in advance through www.recr...

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Purple Point Campground sites are reservable 2-180 days in advance at www.recreation.gov or by calling 1-877-444-6777.

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