Sitting within Mt. Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest near the confluence of Baker Lake and the Middle Fork Nooksack River, this walk-in campground occupies forested and open terrain that puts water access front and center. The approach involves rough road conditions, so high-clearance vehicles are worth considering before the trip. No pets are permitted on site. Campfires are allowed, making this a reasonable base for those exploring campgrounds near Mt. Baker National Forest. Nearby options include Kulshan Campground roughly two miles to the northeast. Pack in what you need, as no additional amenities are listed.
Description
Drive east on State Route 20 to the Baker River Highway and beautiful Baker Lake. The area around this nine-mile reservoir features camping, boating, fishing, picnicking, hiking and pack and saddle trips. Developed campgrounds are located on the western side of the lake. The Baker Lake Trail is an easy family hike. It extends along the eastern shoreline, crossing Baker River at the north end of the lake. Mt. Baker National Recreation Area (NRA) This impressive mountain landscape on the southeast flanks of Mt. Baker’s slopes offers year-round recreational fun. During summer months, hikers and stock parties share trails leading off from the end of Forest Service road 13 or through the Middle Fork and South Fork Nooksack River drainages. Winter recreation includes cross-country skiing, snowmobiling and snowshoeing. Explore the Skagit Wild and Scenic River System Segments of the Skagit, Sauk, Suiattle and Cascade rivers make up the federally designated Skagit Wild & Scenic River system. Baker Lake Sockeye Season Sockeye season could open as early as July and fishing enthusiasts will be flocking to Baker Lake. Parking and guidelines Baker Lake / Middle Fork Nooksack Recreation Area Map
RV Road Trip Guides
Map & DirectionsBaker Lake / Middle Fork Nooksack is located in Washington near Concrete
Coordinates
48.64412935 N
121.72961897 W
Connectivity
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- AT&TNo Coverage
Connectivity
- T-MobileNo CoverageVerified by 5 usersLast on 7/4/26
- VerizonNo Coverage
- AT&TNo Coverage
Access
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- Group
Features
For Campers
- Fires
Drive Time
- 54 min from Mount Vernon, WA
- 1 hr 7 min from Bellingham, WA
- 1 hr 48 min from Seattle, WA
- 2 hrs 45 min from Bremerton, WA
