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Lower Goodell Group Campground

2 sitesReservable & first-comeIn North Cascades National Park
A sheltered picnic area in the forest
Upper and Lower Goodell Campgrounds can accommodate large groups. · NPS/Michael Silverman
Campsites
2
How to get a site
Reservable & first-come
RVs
Allowed — max length not published
Fee
$75 / night
Coordinates
48.6766, -121.2714
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48.6766, -121.2714 · Park boundary: National Park Service

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Reservation details

Lower Goodell Group Campground is a convenient campground on the banks of Goodell Creek. Each group site has 5 tent pads, a pavilion with picnic tables, and a fire grate. Maximum capacity is 50 people and 20 vehicles per site. Lower Goodell sites can accommodate RV's. Vault toilets and garbage service is provided. There are no hook-ups or potable water.

Every day
All Day

Lower Goodell Creek Group Campground is open seasonally, usually from late May to mid-September.

  • Goodell Group Campgrounds Winter Hours · Sep 8, 2026 – May 20, 2027 · Closed
2
Group
2 reservable2 first-come, first-served
Lower Goodell Group Campground Campsite Reservation Fee$75

Reservations can be made through recreation.gov or call (877) 444-6777. Maximum of 50 people per site. Garbage/recycling service, and vault toilets provided. No showers or hook-ups. Each site has a covered pavilion with picnic tables and barbecue grill. Gathering firewood is prohibited. Firewood is available outside the park. Closed in winter.

Reservations are required during the peak season for all campgrounds from late May through early September of each year. Group campsite reservations are released 12 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.

Toilets
Vault Toilets - seasonal
Amphitheater
No
Camp store
No
Cell reception
No
Drinking water
No water
Dump station
No
Firewood for sale
No
Food storage lockers
No
Host on site
No
Ice for sale
No
Internet
No
Laundry
No
Showers
None
Trash & recycling
No
RVs
Allowed
Trailers
Allowed
Access roads
Unpaved Roads - All vehicles OK in good weather
Classification
Limited Development Campground
Cell service
Cell phone reception may be available for some carriers in nearby Newhalem.
Wheelchair access

There are no wheelchair accessible campsites available.

ADA facilities

There are no ADA accessible sites available.

Fires & stoves

Gathering firewood is prohibited, but firewood can be purchased outside of the park.

Also worth knowing

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.

Located north of SR 20 at mile post 119. 13 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 70's 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 90's F.

Vehicles and tents must not be placed on or impact vegetation. Checkout time is noon on day of departure. 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 at all times except when eating/using them. Pets must be on a leash or confined at all times. Fires only permitted in designated fire grates and must be attended at all times. Fire wood collecting is prohibited; please purchase firewood from a local vendor. First-come, first-serve groups must contact a ranger to register for a group site.

Lower Goodell Group Campground is located in thick forest. The roads are unpaved.

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 Lower Goodell Group Campground?

Both. Lower Goodell Group Campground in North Cascades National Park has 2 sites that can be reserved in advance and 2 that are first-come, first-served.

How many campsites does Lower Goodell Group Campground have?

Lower Goodell Group Campground in North Cascades National Park has 2 campsites.

What is the maximum RV length at Lower Goodell Group Campground?

Lower Goodell Group Campground takes RVs, but the National Park Service does not publish a maximum length for it. Call the park before booking a long rig.

How much does it cost to camp at Lower Goodell Group Campground?

Lower Goodell Group Campground in North Cascades National Park charges $75 per night.

Are there showers at Lower Goodell Group Campground?

No. Lower Goodell Group Campground in North Cascades National Park does not list showers.

Is there drinking water at Lower Goodell Group Campground?

No. Lower Goodell Group Campground in North Cascades National Park does not list drinking water.

Is there cell service at Lower Goodell Group Campground?

No. Lower Goodell Group Campground in North Cascades National Park does not list cell reception.

Is there a dump station at Lower Goodell Group Campground?

No. Lower Goodell Group Campground in North Cascades National Park does not list dump station.

Is Lower Goodell Group Campground wheelchair accessible?

Lower Goodell Group Campground in North Cascades National Park: There are no wheelchair accessible campsites available.

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