North Cascades National Park holds Grizzly Creek Primitive Backcountry as one of its hike-in only sites, managed by the National Park Service with no fee and minimal infrastructure. Access is described as rough, so hikers should plan accordingly. The site sits near both a creek and a lake, and the only amenity on-site is a toilet. Nearby options like Six Mile Campground and Bridge Creek Campground offer points of comparison for those planning a multi-day route through the area. This site suits self-sufficient backpackers comfortable with challenging trail conditions and no additional facilities.
Description
All backcountry camping requires a backcountry permit. https://www.nps.gov/noca/planyourvisit/permits.htm
Backcountry campers will find many options throughout the park. Wilderness camps run the gamut from serene, creek-side camps perfect for a family to high and rocky camps with outstanding views. The Wilderness Trip Planner Map lists all of the backcountry campsites in the park complex. Boat-in camping on Ross Lake and camping near Stehekin offer another option for those looking to get away from it all. Within the trail and lake corridors, camping is allowed in designated sites only, to protect both the wilderness and to ensure all visitors have a quality backcountry experience.
RV Road Trip Guides
Map & DirectionsGrizzly Creek Primitive Backcountry is located in Washington near North Cascades National Park
Public CampgroundCoordinates
48.49280029 N
120.8640474 W
Connectivity
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Access
- Hike-InBackcountry sites.
Features
For Campers
- Toilets
FREE established camping
Enjoy camping on government land. Limited or no services at this camping area.
PERMIT might be REQUIRED
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Drive Time
- 2 hrs 24 min from Wenatchee, WA
- 4 hrs 39 min from Seattle, WA
- 4 hrs 59 min from Mount Vernon, WA
- 5 hrs 22 min from Bellingham, WA
