Established Camping
Money Creek Campground
Closed For the Season
This campground is closed for the season from September 15, 2024 through May 7, 2025.
Closed For the Season
This campground is closed for the season from September 15, 2024 through May 7, 2025.
Money Creek Campground, near Skykomish, Washington, is a lively spot that offers a mix of natural beauty and a bit of a party vibe. With spacious sites and easy access to the river, it’s a great place to kick back, enjoy the outdoors, and maybe even make some new friends around the campfire.
The campground is known for its proximity to stunning hiking trails, including the nearby Bridal Falls, which is a hit among visitors. While some campers appreciate the clean vault toilets and friendly camp hosts, others have pointed out that the sounds of trains and traffic can be a bit disruptive, especially if you're looking for peace and quiet. As one camper noted, “If you stay right on the river, it drowns out some of the sound.”
For those who enjoy a bit of action, Money Creek is a popular spot for socializing, with many campers coming to unwind and have a good time. Just keep in mind that if you're after tranquility, you might want to choose a site away from the road and train tracks. Whether you’re here for a quick stop or a longer adventure, Money Creek Campground has a little something for everyone.
Description
USDA Forest Service
Mt. Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest
Overview
Situated on the banks of the South Fork Skykomish River in Mt. Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest, Money Creek campground offers some of the most stunning scenery in the northern Cascade Range in Washington. Scattered beneath a towering canopy of old-growth forest, the sites in this campground are widely spaced and several are at the river's edge, making it an ideal setting for visitors wanting to camp in a private, rustic setting.
Recreation
In addition to being a prime location for hiking, and fishing in summer and early fall, Money Creek offers excellent skiing and snowshoeing in the winter months. The Mt. Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest's 1,500 miles of trails can entice any hiker to get outdoors. From smooth paths meandering through deep quiet forests to challenging ascents up boulder-studded mountains, opportunities abound for every skill level. Nearby Barclay Creek Trail is an easier hike that follows Barclay Creek through diverse forest until reaching Barclay Lake at an elevation of 2,422 feet. Along the trail, hikers will encounter old growth trees, deer ferns, trillium, wood violets, bleeding hearts and salmon berries in season. Cedar boardwalks lead to a log bridge that crosses Barclay Creek. Once over the bridge, visitors will arrive at the lake and can take in an outstanding view of the north wall of Baring Mountain, dramatically rising 3,700 feet above the lake.
Natural Features
Hemmed in by several designated wilderness areas, the Mt. Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest showcases rugged peaks, sparkling alpine lakes and old-growth forests. Mt. Baker, the most prominent feature of the Mt. Baker Wilderness Area, dominates the landscape on a clear day. Rising to an elevation of 10,781 feet, the active volcano from which the forest takes its name is perpetually snow-capped and mantled with an extensive network of creeping glaciers. Mt. Baker's summit, Grant Peak, is actually a 1,300-foot-deep mound of ice, which hides a massive volcanic crater. Wildlife in the area include mountain goats, coyotes, pine marten and a variety of migratory birds and native fish.
Nearby Attractions
The nearby Stevens Pass Historic District offers education on the area's colorful railroad and mining history. The slopes at Steven's Pass Ski Area are only a two hour drive from Money Creek campground. Visitors enjoy the North Cascades and Mt. Rainer National Parks, where interpretive programs and exhibits offer education about the diverse landscape and history of the area.
Contact Info
For facility specific information, please call (530) 932-0242.
Charges & Cancellations
Once your reservation start date has begun, neither the Recreation.gov Contact Center nor the campground manager will be able to modify your reservation.
Location
Money Creek Campground is located in Washington
Directions
From Everett, Washington, take Highway 2 toward Monroe. From Monroe go east approximately 30 miles to campground sign. Turn south and travel a mile to campground.
Coordinates
47.729089 N
121.408165 W
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
Stay Connected
- WiFiGood
- VerizonPoor
- AT&TUnknown
- T-MobileGood
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
Features
For Campers
- Trash
- Picnic Table
- Firewood Available
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- Drinking Water
- Toilets
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Pull-Through Sites
Drive Time
- 1 hr 7 min from Seattle
- 1 hr 19 min from Mount Vernon
- 1 hr 22 min from Wenatchee
- 1 hr 59 min from Bremerton
