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Mazama Lake on Chain Lakes Trail

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Mt. Baker National Forest manages this established campground along the Chain Lakes Trail, where Mazama Lake draws backpackers willing to hike in after dark to secure a spot. Space fills up, though campers report enough room to spread out from other groups. Pets are allowed, and cell service is available. Those planning a broader trip can find camping near Maple Falls as a starting point for staging gear before heading up the trail.

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Map & DirectionsMazama Lake on Chain Lakes Trail is located in Washington near Maple Falls

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Directions

Travel east to the end of Mt. Baker Highway SR 542. It is approximately 24 miles from the Glacier Public Service Center to the Artist Point parking lot. Reach the trail from the western side of the parking lot, opposite the bathrooms. Alternate trail access is located at the Bagley Lakes Trailhead and the Heather Meadows Visitor Center.

Coordinates

48.84615985 N
121.69348097 W

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Connectivity

  • signal strength bars
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    Some Coverage
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    AT&TLTE
    Some Coverage

Access

  • Drive-In
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Site Types

  • RV Sites
  • Standard (Tent/RV)

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  • Phone Service
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  • Pets

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Reviewed Aug. 21, 2021

Great spot after backpacking

Started this trail during sunset so we didn’t get to the lake until night. Worth it to spend the night. There was lots of space to be away from other backpackers. Very full moon

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  • Review photo of Mazama Lake on Chain Lakes Trail by sarah L., August 21, 2021
  • Review photo of Mazama Lake on Chain Lakes Trail by sarah L., August 21, 2021
  • Review photo of Mazama Lake on Chain Lakes Trail by sarah L., August 21, 2021
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Reviewed Jan. 19, 2021

Hard to beat the ski-out-of door experience!

This is a review for the Mount Baker Ski Area overnight parking area. The name above is less clear but could not change it. The ski are has set aside the area of the Bagley Lake trail head parking lot adjacent to the East Rock Bank for RVs and other vehicles to park overnight. A spot can be reserved online at https://www.roverpass.com/c/mt-baker-ski-area-bellingham-wa/ (25$ for occupied vehicles and $15 for un-occupied)

There are no hook-ups and recreational vehicles must be self-contained. No other overnight parking is allowed anywhere in the vicinities of the ski area (at least in winter).

Fires are allowed only in own fire-pits. Only facility is the forest service maintained outhouse on the south end of the parking lot. The lot itself will fill on week-end with resort skiers and other recreationists (back-country skiers, snowshoers heading to the Mount Baker backcountry. The views are amazing and access to resort and backcountry  skiing cannot be matched (there are no hotels at the resort).

Only cons for us was noise from other campers (we had a very rowdy group camped next to our van) and at 5:30 AM the groomer tractors started parading in the parking lot headed for the slopes so there was no sleep after that. Definitely not the wilderness camping experience but again the ski out of your door experience cannot be matched here!

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Frequently Asked Questions

What camping facilities are available at Mazama Camp near Mt. Baker?

Mazama Lake offers primitive backcountry camping with minimal facilities. As a wilderness camping area, you'll find natural, undeveloped tent sites spread out around the lake, allowing for privacy from other backpackers. There are no designated fire rings, tables, or restroom facilities. Campers should be prepared to follow Leave No Trace principles, including proper waste disposal and water treatment. For those driving to the trailhead, overnight parking is available at the Bagley Lake trailhead lot adjacent to the East Rock Bank in the Mount Baker Ski Area.

Where is Mazama Lake Campground located at Mt. Baker?

Mazama Lake Campground is located in the Mount Baker area, accessible via the Chain Lakes Trail. The campground sits at Mazama Lake, which is part of the scenic Chain Lakes system in the Mount Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest in Washington state. This alpine lake camping area is reached by hiking the Chain Lakes Trail, making it a backcountry destination rather than a drive-in campground. The trailhead for access is near the Mount Baker Ski Area, where overnight parking is available at the Bagley Lake trailhead parking lot.

Can I hike to Chain Lakes from Mazama Lake Campground?

Yes, Mazama Lake is actually part of the Chain Lakes system, so you're already there when camping at this location. The Chain Lakes Trail connects Mazama Lake with other lakes in the chain, making it easy to explore the entire loop from your campsite. The trail offers beautiful alpine scenery and access to multiple lakes. Many hikers complete the entire Chain Lakes Loop as a day hike, but staying overnight at Mazama Lake allows for a more immersive experience and the opportunity to enjoy sunset and sunrise views over the water and surrounding mountains.

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