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Bedal Campground

Mt. Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest — riverside, fishing, hiking

Location: Darrington, WA, WA

Price: From $27 per night

Price range: $27–$54 per night

Rating: 4.4 out of 5 (45 reviews)

Season: May through October

Bedal Campground is located just off the Mountain Loop Highway in the stunning Mt. Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest. Nestled in canopy of forest along the rushing water of the Sauk River, this campground offers visitors a primitive camping experience and access to a wide range of recreational activities.

Cell coverage (FCC estimate): none signal. Actual signal may vary in remote areas.

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Vault Toilets, Fishing, Boat Launch

Availability alerts: Set a free cancellation alert at camperwatch.org/campground/bedal-campground to be notified when sites open up.

Bedal Campground offers a primitive camping experience nestled along the Sauk River in the Mt. Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest with access to fishing, hiking, and recreational activities among glacier-covered peaks and old-growth forests.

Wildlife alert: Pacific Marten, American Pika, Columbian Black-tailed Deer, Douglas' Squirrel, Hairy Woodpecker, American Dipper, and Red-breasted Sapsucker documented in the area

Insider tips for Bedal Campground: Book early - this is a popular federal campground with limited 20-site capacity Bring a self-contained RV or plan for primitive tent camping as there are no hookups Located 16 miles southeast of Darrington on Mt. Loop Scenic Byway at mile post 37

Skip Bedal Campground if: You need RV hookups - none available at this campground. You prefer visiting outside May through October - seasonal closure. You dislike primitive camping experiences.

Best time to visit Bedal Campground: May-October — Campground operates seasonally during these months only.

Nearby campgrounds: Coal Creek Group Camp (Granite Falls, WA), Suiattle Guard Station (DARRINGTON, WA), Clear Creek Campground (Darrington, WA), Buck Creek Campground (Darrington, WA).

Cell Phone Coverage at Bedal Campground

Cell signal at Bedal Campground (Darrington, WA): none overall signal based on FCC broadband data.

    Coverage data source: FCC Broadband Data Collection (BDC). Actual signal may vary due to terrain, tree cover, and distance from towers. Camper reports are more reliable than coverage maps in remote areas.

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    Darrington, WA, WA★ 4.4 (45 reviews)From $27/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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    Bedal Campground is located just off the Mountain Loop Highway in the stunning Mt. Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest. Nestled in canopy of forest along the rushing water of the Sauk River, this campground offers visitors a primitive camping experience and access to a wide range of recreational activities.

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    LIVE · weather + fire + AQI + availability + wildlife

    Verified facts

    RIDB / Recreation.gov official database
    Check-in2:00 PM
    Check-out12:00 PM
    SeasonMay through October
    Stay limit14 days
    Max RV58 ft
    HookupsNo hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
    ADA sites7 sites
    PetsAllowed
    CampfiresAllowed
    Max/site6 people

    Amenities

    RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verified
    Essentials
    Fire RingsFishing
    Recreation
    Picnic TablesBoat Launch
    Family & Pets
    Vault Toilets

    Straight talk

    CamperWatch intel · curated from camper reports

    Known issues, each with the workaround. Read before you book.

    Known issuesFederal campground — book early. No hookups at most sites. Seasonal operations.
    Skip it if:✕ You need RV hookups - none available at this campground✕ You prefer visiting outside May through October - seasonal closure✕ You dislike primitive camping experiences

    Insider tips & when to go

    CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

    Book early - this is a popular federal campground with limited 20-site capacity

    Bring a self-contained RV or plan for primitive tent camping as there are no hookups

    Located 16 miles southeast of Darrington on Mt. Loop Scenic Byway at mile post 37

    Best: May-October

    Campground operates seasonally during these months only

    Things to do nearby

    RIDB /activities /recareas + intel

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    Cell signal

    FCC BDC · quarterly dataset
    T-Mobile
    4G · 0%
    Verizon
    4G · 0%
    AT&T
    4G · 0%

    FCC maps are theoretical — camper reports confirm signal.

    Wildlife nearby

    iNaturalist · research-grade · 8 km
    Alert: Pacific Marten, American Pika, Columbian Black-tailed Deer, Douglas' Squirrel, Hairy Woodpecker, American Dipper, and Red-breasted Sapsucker documented in the area

    Location

    Leaflet · OpenStreetMap tiles
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    360-804-1103· Mt. Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest
    Getting there →

    From Darrington, Washington, travel 16 miles southeast on of the Mt. Loop Scenic Byway. The campground is located on the west side of the road at mile post 37, just beyond the junction of Mt. Loop and Forest Road 49. Note that the final 7.5 miles are along a graveled single lane section of road and that road conditions can be variable due to heavy use, weather, and periodic maintenance. We recommend accessing the campground via Darrington as the Barlow Pass section may be gated.

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    Pro tips

    • Book on recreation.gov exactly 6 months ahead at 10am ET — Mt. Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest fills fast in peak season.
    • Check current road conditions at Mt. Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest before arrival — seasonal closures common.

    Frequently asked questions

    RIDB facts + intel · FAQPage schema, speakable
    How much does Bedal Campground cost per night?+
    Bedal Campground costs $27–$54 per night. Hookup options: No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
    What season is Bedal Campground open?+
    Bedal Campground is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
    Does Bedal Campground have hookups?+
    No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
    What is the maximum RV length at Bedal Campground?+
    Bedal Campground can accommodate RVs up to 58 feet.
    How do I make reservations at Bedal Campground?+
    Bedal Campground is a federal campground — book 6 months ahead at Recreation.gov. Set a free CamperWatch cancellation alert to be notified the moment a site opens.
    What is the cell service like at Bedal Campground?+
    According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Bedal Campground is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
    What season is Bedal Campground open, and what are check-in times?+
    Bedal Campground is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.

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    $27 /night★ 4.4 (45)
    SeasonMay through October
    Check-in2:00 PM
    Check-out12:00 PM
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    Nearby Campgrounds

    Coal Creek Group Camp

    Granite Falls, WA

    From $100/night

    Suiattle Guard Station

    DARRINGTON, WA

    From $125/night

    Clear Creek Campground

    Darrington, WA

    From $32/night

    Buck Creek Campground

    Darrington, WA

    From $27/night

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