Newhalem Creek Campground
Currently closed for the season. Opens May 18, 2026. Reservations through Recreation.gov with staggered booking windows by loop. After peak season ends in early September, remaining sites become first-come, first-served until the campground closes in mid-to-late September.
Heat Advisory issued June 11 at 12:38PM PDT until June 16 at 5:00AM PDT by NWS Seattle WA
* WHAT...Hot conditions with high temperatures up to 85 to 90 degrees and low temperatures down to 60 to 65 degrees expected This will pose a moderate risk of heat-related illness. * WHERE...Foothills and Valleys of the North Cascades, Eastside, Foothills and Valleys of Central King County, Foothills and Valleys of Pierce and Southern King Counties, Foothills and Valleys of Snohomish and Northern King Counties, and Foothills and Valleys of Thurston and Lewis Counties. * WHEN...From 11 AM Sunday to 5 AM PDT Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Heat will significantly increase the risk of heat-related illnesses for those who are sensitive to heat, especially those without effective cooling or adequate hydration. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The warmest daytime high temperatures are expected Monday afternoon and the warmest overnight lows are expected Monday night into Tuesday morning.
About
Newhalem Creek Campground sits in a lush forest of western redcedar, western hemlock, and Douglas-fir within Ross Lake National Recreation Area. The 107-site campground accommodates tent campers and RVs up to 50 feet across three loops, with two additional group sites available for larger parties. Each site includes a picnic table, fire ring, and bear box for food storage. The campground offers flush toilets, potable water, a dump station, and trash/recycling collection. The location provides excellent access to the Newhalem area trail system, the Skagit River for fishing (Washington license required), and the North Cascades Visitor Center just half a mile away. The historic town of Newhalem is about one mile east. Black bears are active in the area, so proper food storage in the provided bear boxes is essential. Reservations are handled through Recreation.gov with staggered release windows: Loops A and C open 6 months in advance, Loop B opens 7 days in advance, and group sites open 12 months ahead. Unreserved sites may be claimed same-day on a first-come, first-served basis for one night only.
Directions
Located at milepost 120 on State Route 20. From Burlington, WA, drive 60 miles east on SR-20. From Twisp, WA, drive 82 miles west on SR-20. The campground is just west of the town of Newhalem, 14 miles east of Marblemount.
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Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | Yes |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $24 - $75 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 50ft |
| Max Trailer Length | 50ft |
| Big Rig Friendly | Yes |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| noca_information@nps.gov | |
| Phone | +1 (360) 854-7200 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | None |
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