Off the Stehekin Valley Road, Tumwater sits within North Cascades National Park at 2,000 feet elevation. The National Park Service manages this backcountry campground, accessible only by foot, boat, or plane to Stehekin, then shuttle or bicycle along the valley road. Sites accommodate tents in a forested setting along the Stehekin River.
Campers exploring camping near North Cascades National Park will find this location requires advance planning for the multi-step access process. High Bridge — North Cascades National Park lies less than a mile south for another backcountry option. No reservations accepted - sites operate first-come, first-served during the summer season.
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Location
Public CampgroundTumwater — North Cascades National Park is located in Washington
Coordinates
48.38888826 N
120.84243818 W
Connectivity
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Connectivity
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Access
Site Types
- Tent Sites
Features
Drive Time
- 2 hrs 20 min from Wenatchee, WA
- 6 hrs 38 min from Seattle, WA
- 6 hrs 50 min from Mount Vernon, WA
- 7 hrs 14 min from Bellingham, WA
