Goodell Creek Campground
48.6730, -121.2670 · Park boundary: National Park Service
Goodell Creek Campground is situated in lush, old growth forest on the banks of the Skagit River. Campsites are suitable for tents and small RVs. First-come, first-served during the winter; summer reservations can be made up to 6 months in advance or 7 days in advance. Nearby recreational opportunities include a raft/kayak launch on the Skagit River and fishing on the Skagit and its tributaries.
- Every day
- All Day
Goodell Creek Campground is open year-round with vault toilets. Potable water and garbage service are available from Memorial Day weekend through mid-September but not during the rest of the year. Fees are charged during times when services are offered. Reservations are required late May to mid-September.
Per the National Park Service, as of 2026-08-04
Fee is per site per night, and includes a maximum of 2 vehicles, 8 people, and 3 tents. Fee also includes service charge from recreation.gov reservation system. Check out time is 12 pm on day of departure.
Campsites are first-come, first-served once reservations end the first week of September and fees are charged while potable water and trash are provided. Fee is per site per night; fees are paid through pay.gov at tinyurl.com/NOCACamping. Campsite occupancy limits include a maximum of 2 vehicles, 8 people, and 3 tents. Check out time is 12 pm on day of departure.
Goodell Creek Campground does not charge a fee and is free from October to mid-May, when water and trash services are stopped. Vault toilets are available.
Per the National Park Service, as of 2026-08-04
Reservations are required during the peak season for all campgrounds from late May through early September of each year. Reservations are released in two different booking windows of 6 months in advance or 7 days in advance. Campsites can be reserved online or over the phone. To reserve campsites over the phone, call recreation.gov at (877) 444-6777.
- Cell reception
- Yes - year round
- Drinking water
- Yes - seasonal
- Food storage lockers
- Yes - year round
- Toilets
- Vault Toilets - year round
- Trash & recycling
- Yes - seasonal
- Amphitheater
- No
- Camp store
- No
- Dump station
- No
- Firewood for sale
- No
- Host on site
- No
- Ice for sale
- No
- Internet
- No
- Laundry
- No
- Showers
- None
Per the National Park Service, as of 2026-08-04
- RVs
- Allowed · up to 20 ft
- Trailers
- Allowed · up to 20 ft
- Access roads
- Paved Roads - All vehicles OK
- Classification
- Limited Development Campground
- Cell service
- Some carriers have service in this area. It is not guaranteed!
There are no wheelchair accessible sites available.
There are no ADA campsites available.
Gathering firewood is prohibited, but firewood can be purchased outside of the park.
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.
Per the National Park Service, as of 2026-08-04
Located south of SR 20 (North Cascades Highway) at mile post 119. Thirteen miles (21 km) east of Marblemount, 74 miles (119 km) west of Winthrop.
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.
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. 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 12pm 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.
Goodell Creek Campground is situated in lush, old growth forest on the banks of the Skagit River. The roads in the campground are paved. Individual campsites generally have a picnic table and one or two flat tent pads. Many of the campsites have river views.
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