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Panther Camp is located in the Ross Lake National Recreation Area near North Cascades National Park. The terrain features forested areas and mountainous landscapes. Temperatures range from lows in the 30s Fahrenheit in winter to highs in the 70s during summer. Nearby attractions include Ross Lake and the scenic North Cascades Highway, offering opportunities for hiking and sightseeing.

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Location

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

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Directions

Access via Thunder Creek Trailhead: Drive SR 20 to mile 130, Colonial Creek Campground. Park in the large lot near the boat ramp on the south side of the campground, and walk back through the campground toward the amphitheater, where the main Thunder Creek Trail begins. Access via Panther Creek Trailhead: Drive SR 20 to mile 139, the East Bank Trailhead. Park here and walk east on SR 20 across the highway bridge over Panther Creek. It is a few minutes walk to the start of the Panther Creek Trail, and you can't see the trail until you are right upon it. Look for the sign. There is a wide shoulder on SR 20, but traffic moves quickly, so please be careful crossing the highway and walk single-file along the shoulder.

Coordinates

48.68330473 N
120.9991914 W

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Reviewed Jun. 12, 2021

Very quiet and secluded

Camped one night. Only 2 other sites taken and they were in the front. Creek very close (2min walk). Such a clean quiet space

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  • Review photo of Panther Camp — Ross Lake National Recreation Area by Jeremiah H., June 12, 2021
  • Review photo of Panther Camp — Ross Lake National Recreation Area by Jeremiah H., June 12, 2021
Reviewed Aug. 19, 2016

Tough hiking, Great camping

The map is incorrect. Coming from hey 20 it is a hard gain of 1000' in less than a mile to start the 4.5 mile hike to camp. It is well rewarded with secluded sites, a grill top over one of the pits (i wouldn't advise grilling in the wilderness, you know, Bears and all) and a toilet. Well worth the hike =, it is a great spot to stop on the way to 4th of July Pass.

  • Review photo of Panther Camp — Ross Lake National Recreation Area by Hubbard G., August 19, 2016
  • Review photo of Panther Camp — Ross Lake National Recreation Area by Hubbard G., August 19, 2016
  • Review photo of Panther Camp — Ross Lake National Recreation Area by Hubbard G., August 19, 2016
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the elevation of Panther Camp — Ross Lake National Recreation Area?

Panther Camp — Ross Lake National Recreation Area is located at 2482 feet.

Does Panther Camp — Ross Lake National Recreation Area have wifi?

No, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, Panther Camp — Ross Lake National Recreation Area does not have wifi.

Is there cell phone reception at Panther Camp — Ross Lake National Recreation Area?

According to campers on TheDyrt.com, there is no coverage for AT&T, no coverage for T-Mobile, and no coverage for Verizon.