Washington / Snohomish County / Mount Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest

Clear Creek Campground

Closed — Closed for the winter season. The campground typically operates from May through September, with the Mountain Loop Highway winter closure lasting until mid-May depending on weather conditions.

About

Clear Creek Campground sits along the Mountain Loop Highway in the Mount Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest, just 3.5 miles south of Darrington. The campground is distinguished by its towering canopy of old-growth fir trees and relatively sparse undergrowth, creating an open, communal camping atmosphere that makes it ideal for small groups and family gatherings. Located near the banks of the Sauk River, the campground provides easy access to summer salmon and steelhead viewing as they migrate upstream to spawn. The surrounding area offers excellent recreation opportunities, including the nearby one-mile Frog Lake Nature Trail that climbs steadily uphill with views of Clear Creek below before ending at the 1.5-acre Frog Lake. The three-mile Old Sauk Trail winds along the banks of the Sauk River, providing pleasant hiking among wildlife and waterfowl. The area is known for outstanding wildflower displays in July and August, featuring paintbrush, phlox, tiger lilies, aster, columbine, and lupine. The campground operates seasonally from May through September with reservations available through Recreation.gov. During the winter months, the Mountain Loop Highway closes from Deer Creek to Bedal Campground, typically reopening in mid-May depending on weather conditions. The campground can accommodate RVs up to 40 feet in length, with check-in at 2:00 p.m. and check-out at noon.

Directions

From Seattle, take I-5 north to the Arlington exit. Turn east on Highway 30 to the town of Darrington, then turn south on Mountain Loop Highway and continue 3.5 miles to Clear Creek Campground.

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