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Situated on the banks of the South Fork Skykomish River in Mt. Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest, Money Creek campground offers some of the most stunning scenery in the northern Cascade Range in Washington.
Scattered beneath a towering canopy of old-growth forest, the sites in this campground are widely spaced and several are at the river's edge, making it an ideal setting for visitors wanting to camp in a private, rustic setting.
In addition to being a prime location for hiking, and fishing in summer and early fall, Money Creek offers excellent skiing and snowshoeing in the winter months.
The Mt. Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest's 1,500 miles of trails can entice any hiker to get outdoors. From smooth paths meandering through deep quiet forests to challenging ascents up boulder-studded mountains, opportunities abound for every skill level.
Nearby Barclay Creek Trail is an easier hike that follows Barclay Creek through diverse forest until reaching Barclay Lake at an elevation of 2,422 feet. Along the trail, hikers will encounter old growth trees, deer ferns, trillium, wood violets, bleeding hearts and salmon berries in season. Cedar boardwalks lead to a log bridge that crosses Barclay Creek. Once over the bridge, visitors will arrive at the lake and can take in an outstanding view of the north wall of Baring Mountain, dramatically rising 3,700 feet above the lake.
Money Creek campground offers standard sites, accommodating both tent and RV camping. Picnic tables, vault toilets and drinking water are also available.
The nearby Miller River/Money Creek Winter Sports Area is popular base for winter activities.
Hemmed in by several designated wilderness areas, the Mt. Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest showcases rugged peaks, sparkling alpine lakes and old-growth forests.
Mt. Baker, the most prominent feature of the Mt. Baker Wilderness Area, dominates the landscape on a clear day. Rising to an elevation of 10,781 feet, the active volcano from which the forest takes its name is perpetually snow-capped and mantled with an extensive network of creeping glaciers. Mt. Baker's summit, Grant Peak, is actually a 1,300-foot-deep mound of ice, which hides a massive volcanic crater.
Wildlife in the area include mountain goats, coyotes, pine marten and a variety of migratory birds and native fish.
For facility specific information, please call (360) 386-8214.
The nearby Stevens Pass Historic District offers education on the area's colorful railroad and mining history. The slopes at Steven's Pass Ski Area are only a two hour drive from Money Creek campground.
Visitors enjoy the North Cascades and Mt. Rainer National Parks, where interpretive programs and exhibits offer education about the diverse landscape and history of the area.
From Everett, Washington, take Highway 2 toward Monroe. From Monroe go east approximately 30 miles to campground sign. Turn south and travel a mile to campground.
Beautiful park with picnic tables to take a break from the city.
I camp at these state facilities all the time for 40 years. Money Creek had one of if not the nicest camp hosts I have encountered. This spot is beautiful, close to many activities and the water is clean and fresh year round. Lots of birds here and butterflies in May or June. The toilets were clean and so was camp. Highly recommend.
My family camped here in august and absolutely loved it. Perfect time of the year for a camping trip here if you want to dip your toes in the river, it will actually be warm enough for that around this time of the year. We had spot 18 and had no issues, we did hear the cars honking as they went into the tunnel while passing on the hwy across the river but it made us laugh each time and ended up googling it. It’s a pretty funny reason. The train didn’t bother us one bit, nature surrounding it and the hikes just a drive away in the area make it a great place to camp. As well as little towns not too far from here make it an easy not to far away from home place to camp yet still beautiful and relaxing.
Great camping spot. If you camp along the river, the river will lull you to sleep. There's a grade-level railroad crossing so don't be surprised by the train horn at all hours.
The camp host is incredibly friendly and kind, giving stickers to the kids.
It was a very nice get away from the daily grind. Its was easy to plan a trip here at Money Creek Campground. My Husband and I came up to check out the site as it had been a few years since we were here last. Ryan our host was very knowledgeable and helpful with our accommodations to ensure we would choose the best one for us. As well for us to have an amazing stay. I booked our reservations online 3 weeks earlier to ensure we got the site number we chose. I had no problems with the website. Clearly the instructions were very simple and took but minutes. We booked our stay from the August 27th to 31st.
I did receive an email 2 weeks prior too our arrival date, updating us that a burn ban was now in effect and no firewood, or charcoal can be used at this time. Only allowing propane usage for fires, lighting and cooking.
We were able to borrow from a couple of friends a fire ring to keep us warm during the early mornings and after dinner to keep us warm at night, and a Blackstone flat top stove to cook our amazing breakfast and dinners.
It did rain which made one of the days a bit chilling. But the fire ring still kept us cozy.
The campground is very spacious and other campers are not directly close or next to you. You can see them but with some distance.
We had our own access to the river. Just a lil climb to get down to the river side. I ended up making a dirt staircase to make it safer and alot easier to go down.
There is enclosed bathrooms. No lights or running water. Out around the camp site they do have drinking water spickets, and grey water dump area. They do have big trash receptacles with bear locks on them. Which are heavy for even me to get open. Gotta use your muscles for sure.
Over all this campground is great. I will warn you though. Trains go right beside the backside of the campground and are very loud. Ryan our host came by to let us know we can stay a bit longer if needed today as noone was scheduled till tomorrow. He was also grateful for the dirt staircase I made to go down to the river. Ryan and Rebecca his Wife are great Hosts and hope they will be there again when we make plans to stay again.
Definitely will be back again.
