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Gorge Lake Campground

An empty campsite in the forest.
A small campground on the edge of Gorge Lake · NPS/S. Brennan
Campsites
8
How to get a site
Reservations
Max RV length
30 ft
Max trailer length
20 ft
Fee
$20 / night
Coordinates
48.7160, -121.1520
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48.7160, -121.1520 · Park boundary: National Park Service

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Reservation details

Gorge Lake Campground is located on the bank of Gorge Lake, next to the cascading Stetattle Creek and is a primitive camp with no water. First-come, first-served during the winter. Summer reservations can be made up to 6 months in advance. Nearby recreational opportunities include a boat launch on Gorge Lake, fishing, and hiking trails.

Every day
All Day

Gorge Lake Campground is open year-round. Reservations are accepted from late May to mid-September. No water or trash service is available in the winter.

8
Tent-only
8 reservable
Gorge Lake Campground Summer Reservation Fee$20

Reserve sites up to 6 months in advance online at recreation.gov or by phone at (877)444-6777. Check out time is 12 pm on day of departure. Primitive camp with no water. Vault toilets. Recycling and trash collection late May-early September. Gathering firewood is prohibited. Firewood is available outside the park.

Gorge Lake Campground Winter FeeFree

Gorge Lake Campground does not charge a fee and is free from mid-September to Memorial Day weekend, when water and trash services are stopped. Vault toilet available.

Reservations are required during the peak season for all campgrounds from late May through early September of each year. Campsite reservations are available 6 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. For changes to reservations contact the park at 360-854-7301.

Food storage lockers
Yes - year round
Toilets
Vault Toilets - year round
Trash & recycling
Yes - seasonal
Amphitheater
No
Camp store
No
Cell reception
No
Drinking water
No water
Dump station
No
Firewood for sale
No
Host on site
No
Ice for sale
No
Internet
No
Laundry
No
Showers
None
RVs
Allowed · up to 30 ft
Trailers
Allowed · up to 20 ft
Access roads
Unpaved Roads - All vehicles OK in good weather
Classification
Limited Development Campground
Wheelchair access

There are no wheelchair accessible campsites.

ADA facilities

There are No ADA accessible campsites.

Fires & stoves

Gathering firewood is prohibited. Firewood is available outside the park.

Located just outside the town of Diablo, north of SR 20 at mile post 126. Twenty miles (32 km) east of Marblemount, 67 miles (108 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 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.

Gorge Lake Campground is on the bank of Gorge Lake, next to a cascading creek. It is a small campground; the sites are close together and they all have views of the Lake.

Location, hours, and facility details confirmed against the National Park Service registry.

National Park Service registry

Checked 2026-08-04

Can you reserve a campsite at Gorge Lake Campground?

Yes. Gorge Lake Campground in North Cascades National Park has 8 sites that can be reserved in advance.

How many campsites does Gorge Lake Campground have?

Gorge Lake Campground in North Cascades National Park has 8 campsites.

What is the maximum RV length at Gorge Lake Campground?

Gorge Lake Campground publishes a maximum RV length of 30 feet. Longer rigs will not fit its sites.

How much does it cost to camp at Gorge Lake Campground?

Gorge Lake Campground in North Cascades National Park charges between Free and $20 per night, depending on the site type.

Are there showers at Gorge Lake Campground?

No. Gorge Lake Campground in North Cascades National Park does not list showers.

Is there drinking water at Gorge Lake Campground?

No. Gorge Lake Campground in North Cascades National Park does not list drinking water.

Is there cell service at Gorge Lake Campground?

No. Gorge Lake Campground in North Cascades National Park does not list cell reception.

Is there a dump station at Gorge Lake Campground?

No. Gorge Lake Campground in North Cascades National Park does not list dump station.

Is Gorge Lake Campground wheelchair accessible?

Gorge Lake Campground in North Cascades National Park: There are no wheelchair accessible campsites.

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