Sulphur Creek Campground
Sulphur Creek Campground
Part of Mt. Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest
Overview
Sulphur Creek Campground is a primitive site in a beautiful forest along the banks of the scenic Suiattle River and Sulpher Creek. It is a remote haven set amongst towering old growth Douglas fir trees in the Mt. Baker-Snoquamie National Forest.Hikers frequently camp here to explore the many trails surrounding the facility. It has moderate, enjoyable summer temperatures throughout the camping season.
Facilities
This primitive site provides no drinking water, though there is a pit toilet. There are 20 individual campsites, each with a picnic table and fire ring. Campers may purchase supplies in the nearby town of Darrington.Natural Features
The Suiattle River is a federally designated National Wild and Scenic River. Though the glacier-fed water is too cold and the current too strong to swim in, the river creates a beautiful backdrop and soothing sounds for campers.Tall, old growth forest provide abundant shade for campers and habitat for black bears and other wildlife.
Recreation
The biggest draw to Sulphur Creek Campground is hiking. The well-known Suiattle Trail and numerous others begin within a few miles of the campground. The area is part of the North Cascades range.Contact Info
For facility specific information, please call (530) 932-0242.Important Notices
Extra Vehicles: One RV with tow vehicle per single site or one vehicle per single tent site. Two RVs with tow vehicle per double site or two vehicles per double tent site. Most sites can accommodate 1 extra vehicle that is not included with the reservation fee. A fee of $12/extra vehicle per night must be paid for upon arrival by cash or check only.
Fire Restrictions: Fire restrictions may be imposed at any time due to hot, dry weather conditions, at which time campfires and charcoal fires may not be allowed.
Reserved Sites will be held until check out time (NOON) the day following your arrival date. Sites must be occupied by the checkout time of that following day to hold a reservation or the site will be forfeited and released to other guests.
Once your reservation start date has begun, neither the Recreation.gov Contact Center nor the campground manager will be able to modify your reservation
Refunds: Refund requests made through www.recreation.gov will be charged a $10 processing fee. This fee is retained by the reservation service contractor along with the non-refundable reservation fee. All requests for the return of the non-refundable reservation fee and the cancellation fee will be declined by the campground concessionaire as they did not receive these fees (these are the fees retained by the reservation contractor, a different entity).
- Don't Move Firewood: Please protect Pacific Northwest forests by preventing the spread of invasive species. Firewood can carry insects and diseases that can threaten the health of our western forests. You can make a difference by obtaining and burning your firewood near your camping destination. Visit Dontmovefirewood.org for further information.
Click here for more information about Mt. Baker Snoqualmie National Forest.
This is a NO WATER facility so campers will need to bring their own supply.
Available Activities
- WILDLIFE VIEWING - Wildlife Viewing
- PICNICKING - Picnicking
- HORSEBACK RIDING - Horseback Riding
- HIKING - Hiking
- FISHING - Fishing
- CAMPING - Camping
- BIKING - Biking
Directions
From Darrington travel north on State Route 530 approximately seven miles to the Suiattle River Road/Forest Road 26. Drive this road for approximately 22 miles to the campground, which located on the right (south) side of the road.
Cancellation Policy
<p>Once your reservation start date has begun, neither the Recreation.gov Contact Center nor the campground manager will be able to modify your reservation.</p>
Contact Information
Phone: 360-804-1103
WARental Options
Available Campsites
- Site 007, Loop AREA SULPHUR, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 010, Loop AREA SULPHUR, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 20 WALK-IN, Loop AREA SULPHUR, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 013, Loop AREA SULPHUR, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 002, Loop AREA SULPHUR, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 16-17, Loop AREA SULPHUR, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 11A, Loop AREA SULPHUR, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 004, Loop AREA SULPHUR, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 001, Loop AREA SULPHUR, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 018, Loop AREA SULPHUR, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 003, Loop AREA SULPHUR, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 012, Loop AREA SULPHUR, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 011, Loop AREA SULPHUR, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 005, Loop AREA SULPHUR, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 006 WALK-IN, Loop AREA SULPHUR, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 19, Loop AREA SULPHUR, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 008, Loop AREA SULPHUR, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 14, Loop AREA SULPHUR, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 15, Loop AREA SULPHUR, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 009, Loop AREA SULPHUR, Type Standard Nonelectric
