Campgrounds Available This Weekend Near Sterling, WA
Nestled in the scenic foothills of the Cascade Mountains, Sterling, WA offers a diverse range of camping options perfect for nature enthusiasts and adventurers alike. For RV campers, the nearby Mount Rainier National Park features well-maintained campgrounds such as Cougar Rock, where you can enjoy stunning views and convenient amenities while being surrounded by lush forests and alpine beauty. Tent camping is ideal in the lush landscapes of the Gifford Pinchot National Forest, where sites like the Lewis River Campground offer access to serene rivers and stunning waterfalls, creating an unforgettable outdoor experience. For those seeking solitude, dispersed camping in the vast wilderness of the Snoqualmie National Forest allows for a unique experience of camping off the beaten path, with ample opportunities for hiking, fishing, and wildlife observation. The natural geography, from towering peaks to flowing rivers, enhances every camping trip, offering tranquility and adventure. Whether you're in an RV, pitching a tent, or exploring the backcountry, Sterling, WA provides the perfect backdrop for your outdoor escapades.
Horseshoe Cove Campground is located in the Mt. Baker Ranger District, Mt. Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest (1 hr 4 min east of Mount Vernon, WA) with an elevation of 736 feet. There are a total of 40 campsites. The campground is normally open from mid May to mid September. Sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 30 and 99 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Each site includes a picnic table and fire ring. Fees range from $35.00 to $92.00. Some amenities include boat ramp, swimming, flush toilets. Activities include boating, fishing, hiking trails, floating sports.
Shannon Creek Campground is located in the Mt. Baker Ranger District, Mt. Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest (1 hr 18 min northeast of Mount Vernon, WA) with an elevation of 830 feet. There are a total of 19 campsites including 5 tent-only sites. The campground is normally open from mid May to mid September. 14 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 22 and 36 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Each site includes a picnic table and fire ring. Fees range from $30.00 to $60.00. Some amenities include boat ramp, swimming. Activities include boating, fishing, hiking trails, floating sports.
Douglas Fir Campground is located in the Mt. Baker Ranger District, Mt. Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest (52 min east of Bellingham, WA) with an elevation of 1,045 feet. There are a total of 25 campsites including 3 tent-only sites. The campground is normally open from mid May to mid September. 22 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 25 and 57 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Fees range from $30.00 to $32.00. Activities include fishing, hiking trails.
Swift Creek Campground is located in the Mt. Baker Ranger District, Mt. Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest (1 hr 12 min northeast of Mount Vernon, WA) with an elevation of 748 feet. There are a total of 23 campsites. The campground is normally open from mid May to mid September. 21 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 20 and 40 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Each site includes a picnic table and fire ring. Fees range from $35.00 to $178.00. Some amenities include boat ramp, swimming. Activities include boating, fishing, floating sports.
Birch Bay Campground is part of Birch Bay State Park in Washington (just 27 min northwest of Bellingham, WA) with an elevation of 56 feet. There are a total of 160 campsites including 1 tent-only site. The campground is open all year. 159 sites can accommodate RVs between 11 and 78 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 9 months in advance. 2 sites have full hookups (electric, water and sewer). 17 sites have electric and water hookups. Fees range from $20.00 to $35.00. Some amenities include shower, drinking water, dump station, playground, boat ramp, restroom, flush toilets. Activities include boating, fishing, floating sports.
Cranberry Lake Campground is part of Deception Pass State Park in Washington (56 min southwest of Bellingham, WA) with an elevation of 28 feet. Cranberry Lake Campground is rated 5.0 stars from 1 reviews. There are a total of 234 campsites including 11 tent-only sites. The campground is normally open from the beginning of April to the end of October. 223 sites can accommodate RVs between 8 and 57 feet. Reservations can be booked up to 9 months in advance. 82 sites have electric and water hookups. Fees range from $12.00 to $30.00. Some amenities include shower, drinking water, dump station, swimming, restroom, flush toilets. Activities include boating, fishing, floating sports.
Quarry Pond Campground is part of Deception Pass State Park in Washington (34 min west of Mount Vernon, WA) with an elevation of 77 feet. There are a total of 55 campsites. The campground is open all year. Sites can accommodate RVs between 11 and 40 feet. Reservations can be booked up to 9 months in advance. 48 sites have electric and water hookups. Fees range from $20.00 to $30.00. Some amenities include shower, drinking water, restroom, flush toilets. Activities include hiking trails.
Moran Adirondack Campground is part of Moran State Park in Washington (2 hrs 43 min west of Bellingham, WA) with an elevation of 1,140 feet. There are a total of 10 campsites which are all tent-only sites. The campground is open all year. Each site includes a picnic table and fire ring with grill. Prices start at $12.00 per night. Some amenities include restroom. Activities include biking, hiking trails.
Obstruction Pass Campground is part of Obstruction Pass State Park in Washington (2 hrs 52 min southwest of Bellingham, WA) with an elevation of 219 feet. There are a total of 10 campsites which are all tent-only sites. The campground is open all year. Each site includes a picnic table and fire ring with grill. Prices start at $12.00 per night. Some amenities include picnic table, restroom. Activities include boating, fishing, hiking trails, floating sports.
Rasar Campground is part of Rasar State Park in Washington (38 min east of Mount Vernon, WA) with an elevation of 143 feet. There are a total of 52 campsites including 5 cabins. The campground is open all year. 36 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 12 and 39 feet. Reservations can be booked up to 9 months in advance. 18 sites have electric and water hookups. Fees range from $12.00 to $76.00. Some amenities include shower, dump station, restroom, amphitheater, flush toilets. Activities include biking, hiking trails.
Spencer Spit Campground is part of Spencer Spit State Park in Washington (2 hrs 12 min southwest of Bellingham, WA) with an elevation of 139 feet. There are a total of 48 campsites including 37 tent-only sites. The campground is open all year. 11 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 10 and 40 feet. Reservations can be booked up to 9 months in advance. Fees range from $12.00 to $20.00. Some amenities include drinking water, dump station, playground, swimming, restroom. Activities include biking, boating, fishing, hiking trails, floating sports.
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