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Red Bridge Campground is located just off the Mountain Loop Highway along the pebble-strewn bank of the South Fork Stillaguamish River in the Mt. Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest. Red Bridge Campground is a beautiful camp, offering visitors access to fishing, kayaking and hiking opportunities.
The Mt. Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest has 1,500 miles of trails. From smooth paths meandering through deep quiet forests to challenging ascents up a boulder-studded mountain, opportunities abound for every skill level.
The Mt. Dickerman Trail switchbacks steeply for 3.0 miles through a dark forest of timber to an alpine meadow that was replanted in 1915 after a major forest fire. From this point, the trail rises above timberline to an alpine meadow full of wildflowers in July and August.
The trail offers spectacular views in all directions as the trail climbs to the 5,723' summit.
Red Bridge Campground offers single-family sites for both tent and RV camping. Picnic tables, campfire rings and vault toilets are available, however there are no electrical hookups or drinking water. Visitors must bring their own supply of water.
Rugged peaks, scenic rivers and abundant wildlife define the Mt. Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest and surrounding designated wilderness areas. On a clear day visitors can see Mt. Baker, which rises to an elevation of 10,781 feet. The active volcano is perpetually snow-capped. Mt. Baker's summit, Grant Peak, is actually a 1,300-foot-deep mound of ice, which hides a massive volcanic crater.
Old-growth forests line the wide, gently-flowing South Fork Stillaguamish River, known for its salmon run. Chinook, Coho, chum, pink and sockeye salmon, steelhead trout, sea-run cutthroat and bull trout use the river and its tributaries for spawning.
Undeveloped wilderness, clean streams and diverse forests provide important habitat for wildlife. Many species of mammals, birds, amphibians and reptiles make their homes in the area, which also sustains rare species such as lynx, moose, wolves and wolverine.
For facility specific information, please call (360) 386-8214.
Visit or stay in one of the historic lookouts in the area. Lookouts are tangible symbols of Forest Service heritage, perched on high peaks with unobstructed views where they have been used to detect and control fires.
Take some time to visit nearby North Cascades National Park or Mount Rainer National Park. Considered scenic wonderlands, the parks offer a fantasic glimpse of glaciers, subalpine ecology and volcanic landscapes.
Discover the Verlot Public Service Center near the South Fork Stillaguamish River. Built by the Civilian Conservation Corps from 1933 to 1942, Verlot`s handsome buildings reflect the architectural style and fine craftsmanship of that era and are listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
From Seattle, take I-5 north to Everett. Take Exit 194 onto Highway 2, then head north on Highway 204 toward Lake Stevens. Turn north on Highway 9, then east on Highway 92 to Granite Falls. Continue about 19.5 miles past Granite Falls to the campground.
Nice, quiet, clean and clean out houses. Great friendly park hosts take care of all the campgrounds in the area but they are not based in this campground. We did see them 2 or 3 times a day. Fair River access but no potable water on site and no RV dump. We plan to return next season, perhaps as backup park hosts. Good website pics and dimensions. Reservations highly recommended.
A good place to stop at and see the area.
Easy to see the Stillaguamish River.
You can see the red bridge from the side of the river.
Picnic tables and some with view of Stillaquamish
Good restrooms.
Good campsites.
Nice campsite next to the river, if you're wondering where that mine is, it's right across from the entrance and to the left, the bigger pit toilet is less smelly and there's a lot of privacy
We've been here several times. They have single and double camping spots. Campsite was clean and while the whole campground was booked it didn't feel like we were right on top of one another. There is a glorified hole in the ground for when nature calls and the river provides white noise all day and night. Our spot had trees for a hammock (number 4) but I think the next one over had both trees and direct river access, so choose your spot carefully.
Overall nice enough for regular time in the woods, but nothing too fancy if you're out to glamp.
This campground is our absolute favorite! I would recommend picking a spot not near the road. The best spots are 5-8. Short walk to the river which is swim able in spots. There is zero cell phone service and the 'bathroom' is a vaulted toilet which really wasn't so bad. The campground is kept very clean which was nice. This place is quite lovely and very relaxing. We stayed in spot 8 which was wonderful.
