Photo: NPS Photo/D.Dixon

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Newhalem Creek Campground

107 sites · $24–$75 · Reservations · RVs to 50 ft

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About Newhalem Creek

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.

Photos

Benches in a forested amphitheater
Newhalem Creek Campground amphitheater · NPS/Michael Fricke

Campsites

Site-by-site details (sizes, hookups, shade) for this campground are coming soon.

Conditions at camp

🌤️ Forecast

Mostly Cloudy
Wed, Nov 11
Tonight
49°F
Mostly Cloudy
Mostly Cloudy
Thu, Nov 12
Day
60°F
Mostly Cloudy
Mostly Cloudy
Thu, Nov 12
Night
48°F
Mostly Cloudy
Light Rain
Fri, Nov 13
Day
60°F
Light Rain
Light Rain
Fri, Nov 13
Night
47°F
Light Rain
Light Rain Likely
Sat, Nov 14
Day
54°F
Light Rain Likely
Light Rain
Sat, Nov 14
Night
46°F
Light Rain
Light Rain
Sun, Nov 15
Day
53°F
Light Rain
Source: National Weather Service (weather.gov)

🔥 Wildfires nearby

  • Sisi: 4,687 ac, 90% contained
Source: National Interagency Fire Center (WFIGS)

🗓️ Typical 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.

Rules

Campsites are considered occupied only when fee has been paid. Payment must be paid within 24 hours of leaving the campsite or reaching cell service. Sites may not be reserved for others. Individual sites: maximum of two vehicles, eight people and three tents per site. Vehicles and tents must not be placed on or impact vegetation. Check-in time is 2 pm on day of arrival. Checkout time is 12 pm on day of departure. Quiet hours are from 10 pm to 6 am. Generator hours are from 8 am to 8 pm. Camping is limited to no more than 14 days from July 1 to September 1 and no more than 30 days in a calendar year. Do not feed or tease wildlife - keep your food and other appealing items in your vehicle or bear box at all times except when eating or using them. Pets must be on a leash no longer than 6 feet or confined at all times. Fires are only permitted in designated fire grates and must be attended at all times. Firewood collecting is prohibited; please purchase firewood from a local vendor.

Campground information from the National Park Service. Confirm current status with the park before you go.