Colonial Creek North Campground
- Price:
- $24 per night
- Rating:
- 4.4 stars (163 reviews)
North Cascades National Park
Overview
North Cascades National Park is managed by National Park Service and is located near Rockport, Washington. Less than three hours from Seattle, an alpine landscape beckons. Discover communities of life adapted to moisture in the west and recurring fire in the east. Explore jagged peaks crowned by more than 300 glaciers. Listen to cascading waters in forested valleys. Witness a landscape sensitive to the Earth's changing climate. Help steward the ecological heart of the Cascades.
Things to Do at North Cascades National Park
Camping Opportunities
North Cascades National Park offers 10 campgrounds with various amenities and settings. From developed campgrounds with full facilities to primitive backcountry sites, there are options for every camping style.
Colonial Creek South Campground
- Price:
- $24 per night
- Rating:
- 4.4 stars (437 reviews)
Goodell Creek Campground
- Rating:
- 4.6 stars (98 reviews)
Gorge Lake Campground
- Rating:
- 4.4 stars (40 reviews)
Harlequin Campground
- Rating:
- 4.7 stars (11 reviews)
Permits & Passes
Special permits are required for certain activities. Reserve your permits in advance to ensure access to popular areas.
Recreation Activities
Popular activities at North Cascades National Park include:
Nearby Activities
- Auto Touring
- Biking
- Boating
- Camping
- Climbing
- Fishing
- Hiking
- Horse Camping
- Horseback Riding
- Paddling
Plan Your Visit
Reservation Tips
North Cascades National Park is a popular destination. Campground reservations typically open several months in advance. For peak season visits, book as early as possible. Check individual facility pages for specific booking windows and availability.
Getting There
Access to North Cascades National Park and Ross Lake National Recreation Area is from the State Route 20 corridor. SR 20 (North Cascades Highway) connects with Interstate 5 (Exit 230) at Burlington. From the east, the highway intersects with US 97 at Okanogan and with SR 153 at Twisp. The State Department of Transportation closes a portion of the road between Ross Dam Trailhead and Lone Fir Campground in winter. The Lake Chelan National Recreation Area (Stehekin) is accessible by ferry or plane from Chelan.
GPS Coordinates: 48.71171800000000, -121.20694200000000
Contact & Resources
Phone: (360) 854-7200
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