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Situated on the banks of Buck Creek in Mt. Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest, Buck Creek campground offers stunning scenery and access to numerous recreational activities popular in the Northern Cascade Range in Washington.
Scattered beneath a towering canopy of old-growth forest, the sites in this campground are secluded and within walking distance to the waterfront, making it an ideal setting for visitors wanting to camp in a private, rustic setting.
The area surrounding this campground is prime location for hiking, fishing and picnicking in summer and early fall.
Hikers and backpackers are especially fortunate to have access to a variety of spectacular trails near the campground and in the surrounding areas.
Several trailheads are located in the vicinity of Buck Creek campground, including Huckleberry Creek Trail. This lesser-known trail starts starts on an old spur road in second growth timber and follows Huckleberry Creek to the northeast boundary of Mt. Rainier National Park. For those looking for a more strenuous hike, the Lake James Trail continues into the park.
Buck Creek campground offers 29 standard sites, including three that are for tents only. Sites are equipped with picnic tables and vault toilets.
Hemmed in by several designated wilderness areas, the Mt. Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest showcases rugged peaks, sparkling alpine lakes and old-growth forests, providing visitors with a variety of scenic landscapes.
Wildlife in the area includes mountain goats, porcupine, pine marten and a variety of migratory birds and native fish.
For facility specific information, please call (360) 386-8214.
From Seattle, take I-5 north to the Arlington exit, then turn east on Highway 530. In Darrington turn north on Highway 20 bypass and continue for 7 miles to Suiattle River Bridge. Cross the bridge and turn right on Suiattle River Road and continue approximately 9 miles to Buck Creek Campground.
Decent sized camp spots, most right on Buck Creek. Can be a little loud with kids and dogs but that's the risk with pay campgrounds. Beautiful landscape, hiking close by. Fun for the whole family.
A little remote, nice groomed camping spot, far apart like we like them. Lots of places to explore around the campground
We love the quiet, serenity, and beauty of this campground. We stayed in spot #1 which came with a log shelter and was right on the creek. There isn't a camp host anymore so bathrooms weren't as well attended to as they were when we camped here a few years ago, bring toilet paper to be safe! There is no water also but garbage service is provided. Last time we were here in later August and wenwere able to see salmon spawning, think we were too early this year. There is a great beach that is perfect for wading in the water or reading a book.
This is a remote camp area with no potable water or electricity. Camp is fifteen miles in off the main road, the last three or four miles of road is rarely maintained and riddled with potholes. You loose cell service before you even leave the main. There are several locals selling bundles of wood along the main road, there's no seasoned wood available on site. Occasionally rounds are found in the area from culling of hazardous trees, by the park service. Beautiful swift running creek about thirty feet across, up stream a small natural dammed area creates a pool for monitored play. Campsite #1 has a large shelter made of salvaged old growth logs, three large picnic tables, one inside the shelter, room for a couple tents and two vehicles. Several outhouses looks like they are maintained every few days, but bring extra tp. Garbage bins for everyday trash. Creek runs past many of the campsites, leveled area for one large 5-6 person tent but usually room for another smaller one. Elevation of campground provides natural light until 9:30 10pm in the summer. Pay station for extra vehicles or unreserved camping.
What a beautiful, remote campground after a rough drive in. We hauled in our 16 foot Airstream on 10 miles of paved road, then 1 mile of wide gravel, then 4 miles of barely single lane gravel, with low tree canopy, many pot holes, steeps sides, and very few turn around points or turn outs. We were lucky and didn't meet a trailer coming from the other direction. The creek in July was more like a raging river and quite noisy but pleasant sounding for sites not immediately adjacent to the creek. Most of one loop has been blocked off and is no longer accessible by trailers per signage because there is no turn around, but small trailers like mine could still be backed in and pulled out forward. Sites 21-26 are all on an active loop and approved for trailer access. I've only pulled a 16 foot trailer but I wouldn't think any thing over 18-20 feet should be taken in due to the narrow roads and tight loop turn. Sites are very clean, shaded, and large with flat 10x10 sand tent pads. There are no utilities, cell service or ranger on site. I didn't check out the pit toilet but they are the solid concrete type. Day time temps July 22, 2022 was high 74, low 57. Cost was $21/night with extra charge for extra vehicles. We used our Sr. Pass and got the site for $11. I only gave it 4 stars due to the drive in and would only go again with a tent due to the road.
