Newhalem Creek Campground amphitheater
Photo: NPS/Michael Fricke
About
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 town, a visitor center and other amenities are only a short walk away.
Campsites
Location
Newhalem Creek Campground`
c/o North Cascades National Park Service Complex
Sedro-Woolley, WA 98284
Fees
Hours
Newhalem Creek Campground is open seasonally, usually from late May to mid-September.
Reservations
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 of 6 months in advance or 7 days in advance. Group campsite reservations are released 12 months in advance. Campsites can be reserved online or over the phone. To reserve campsites over the phone, call recreation.gov at (877) 444-6777.
Make a Reservation →Directions
Located south of SR 20 at mile post 120. Fourteen miles (23 km) east of Marblemount, 73 miles (117 km) west of Winthrop just west of the town of Newhalem.
Weather
The best weather for visiting the North Cascades generally occurs between mid-June and late September. Summer daytime temperatures average in the 70s F. Snow is off most trails by mid-July. Autumn and spring are popular for color and wildlife. Storms are common: always be prepared for a few days of rain and wind. The east side of the Cascade Mountains (Lake Chelan National Recreation Area) is drier and warmer in the summer than the west side. Summer temperatures at Stehekin reach the 90s F.
Accessibility
There are 2 wheelchair accessible campsites available near restrooms.
Gathering firewood is prohibited. Firewood is available outside the park.
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Many RV and trailer sites available of various sizes.
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This campground is located within a hydroelectric project. A warning system is in place to notify campers of high water. See entrance area or campground staff for specific information upon arrival.
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There are 2 ADA accessible drive-in campsites.
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Paved Roads - All vehicles OK
Developed Campground