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Neve Camp in Ross Lake National Recreation Area is surrounded by forested terrain and mountainous landscapes. Temperatures range from lows in the 30s Fahrenheit during winter to highs in the 70s during summer. Nearby attractions include Ross Lake and the North Cascades National Park, offering opportunities for hiking and water activities.

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Neve Camp — Ross Lake National Recreation Area is located in Washington

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48.68550076 N
121.09250097 W

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Reviewed Oct. 1, 2016

Rad river views

Neve Camp is another far off adventure that is totally worth taking; located in the North Cascades not too deep off the thickly forested Thunder Creek Trail.

When planning our trip, we read reviews on other sites where folks thought the trail was boring, but we disagree. It is thickly forested but we were still able to glimpse the icy blue creek through the trees here and there and there was so much more to see! We found snails, mushrooms, wild flowers, all kinds of edible wild berries, trees large enough to stand inside, a rock cave in the hillside, and, of course, the sweet wooden foot bridge leading across Thunder Creek right into the first camp of the trail, Thunder Creek Camp . We bypassed this camp for two main reasons; 1) it’s located uncomfortably close to the trail, and 2) it’s only 1.5 miles into the trail (though not a bad spot if you got a late start and wanted to skip spending the night at Colonial Creek campground at the trail-head) and we wanted to see what lay ahead. We trekked another easy 1 mile before finding signs to Neve Camp. We wandered the nicely spread out campsites until settling on the dope site with the awesome river views from the fire pit/cook area. The tent sites for this camp are located on a small side trail up the hill a bit. They even have a nice pit toilet which isn’t enclosed so you can enjoy the surrounding forest while there. We had originally planned to head out the next morning, heading further up the trail but at breakfast our group of four decided we weren’t going anywhere as we were all in love with Neve Camp! We had an amazing view and sounds of the river to help lull us to sleep at night. During the day we watched all kinds of birds use the river as a freeway to head up or downstream. We saw many osprey, herons, a few formations of Canadian geese, a family of woodpeckers and more small birds we didn’t have names for. Did I mention the berries? The boys wandered the forest collecting all kinds of berries; blackberry, blueberry, raspberry, salal berry, salmon berry, and strawberry. We assume all those berries is why we found fresh bear scat on the trail, and spotted a black bear across the creek from us on our last morning in camp.

This location could be used as a mini base camp to hike up or down the trail a bit more. Neve Camp is also located very near the trail fork leading to Fourth of July Pass.

Really the only remotely negative thing I can say about this spot was that the tent sites were a bit small. We rock a Marmot Limelight 2P and we hardly had enough room to set up our tent! Once we jammed it in the tent site, however, we were good to go and the tent site size no longer mattered.

  • Review photo of Neve Camp — Ross Lake National Recreation Area by Megan C., October 1, 2016
  • Review photo of Neve Camp — Ross Lake National Recreation Area by Megan C., October 1, 2016
  • Review photo of Neve Camp — Ross Lake National Recreation Area by Megan C., October 1, 2016
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Reviewed Aug. 9, 2016

Backcountry feel, front country distance

Neve can be reached in a short 2.5 mile hike from Colonial. We hit it coming from Panther Creek at about the 15 mile mark. There are several sites that are all secluded from each other. There is a toilet and easy access to water. This is a great site and if you can get the site over the creek its pretty awesome. There are also fire rings. Ive camped here twice at two different sites and enjoyed both trips.

  • Review photo of Neve Camp — Ross Lake National Recreation Area by Hubbard G., August 9, 2016
  • Review photo of Neve Camp — Ross Lake National Recreation Area by Hubbard G., August 9, 2016
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Frequently Asked Questions

What amenities are available at Neve Campground?

Neve Campground offers basic backcountry amenities including a toilet facility and easy access to water. The campground features several well-spaced campsites that provide privacy and seclusion from neighboring sites. One particularly desirable site is located over a creek. As a backcountry campground, visitors should expect primitive facilities and should come prepared with appropriate wilderness camping gear and supplies.

Where is Neve Campground located in North Cascades National Park?

Neve Camp is located in the Ross Lake National Recreation Area within the North Cascades. It's situated along the Thunder Creek Trail, accessible via a 2.5-mile hike from Colonial Creek. The campground is nestled in a thickly forested area along the trail, offering a secluded backcountry camping experience. Hikers coming from Panther Creek will reach Neve at approximately the 15-mile mark of their journey.

How does Neve Campground compare to other North Cascades options like Thunder Basin?

Neve Camp offers a more accessible backcountry experience than Thunder Basin, requiring just a 2.5-mile hike from Colonial Creek. Both campgrounds are located along the Thunder Creek Trail system, but Neve provides a shorter approach for those seeking a taste of backcountry camping without a lengthy trek. Neve features several secluded sites with basic amenities like a toilet and water access. The trail to Neve winds through thick forest, offering a different hiking experience than some other North Cascades routes. For those seeking a remote but relatively accessible backcountry option, Neve makes an excellent choice.

Can you camp near Diablo Lake from Neve Campground?

While Neve Campground isn't directly on Diablo Lake, it's in the same general area of the North Cascades. Diablo Lake is relatively close to the Thunder Creek Trail system where Neve is located. For direct lake access camping, you'd want to consider alternatives closer to Diablo Lake itself. Neve serves as a backcountry option in the vicinity, but requires a hiking approach rather than offering immediate lake access.