Buck Creek Campground

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

Location: Darrington, WA, WA

Price: From $27 per night

Price range: $27–$54 per night

Rating: 4.2 out of 5 (30 reviews)

Season: May through October

Situated on the banks of Buck Creek in Mt. Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest, Buck Creek campground offers stunning scenery and access to numerous recreational activities popular in the Northern Cascade Range in Washington. Scattered beneath a towering canopy of old-growth forest, the sites in this campground are secluded and within walking distance to the waterfront, making it an ideal setting for visitors wanting to camp in a private, rustic setting.Buck Creek campground offers 14 standard site

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

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

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

Buck Creek Campground offers 13 secluded sites scattered beneath old-growth forest on the banks of Buck Creek in Mt. Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest, with sites within walking distance to the waterfront. The location provides access to numerous recreational activities including fishing, hiking, boating, and wildlife viewing in the Northern Cascade Range.

Wildlife alert: Harlequin Duck, American Beaver, Pacific Marten, Sooty Grouse, and Northern Alligator Lizard documented in the area.

Insider tips for Buck Creek Campground: Book early as this is a federal campground with only 13 sites Campground is suitable for self-contained RVs only with no hookups From Darrington, take WA-530 north 7.5 miles, cross Sauk River Bridge, turn right on Suiattle River Road (FS-26) and proceed 15 miles east

Skip Buck Creek Campground if: You need RV hookups—no hookups available at most sites. You plan to camp outside May through October—seasonal operations only.

Best time to visit Buck Creek Campground: May-October — Campground operates seasonally May through October only..

Nearby campgrounds: Suiattle Guard Station (DARRINGTON, WA), Sulphur Creek Campground (Darrington, WA), Clear Creek Campground (Darrington, WA), Bedal Campground (Darrington, WA).

Cell Phone Coverage at Buck Creek Campground

Cell signal at Buck Creek 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★ 4.2 (30 reviews)From $27/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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Situated on the banks of Buck Creek in Mt. Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest, Buck Creek campground offers stunning scenery and access to numerous recreational activities popular in the Northern Cascade Range in Washington. Scattered beneath a towering canopy of old-growth forest, the sites in this campground are secluded and within walking distance to the waterfront, making it an ideal setting for visitors wanting to camp in a private, rustic setting.Buck Creek campground offers 14 standard sites.

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Verified facts

RIDB / Recreation.gov official database
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
SeasonMay through October
Stay limit14 days
Max RV98 ft
HookupsNo hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
ADA sites2 sites
PetsAllowed
CampfiresAllowed
Max/site6 people

Amenities

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Essentials
Fire RingsFishing
Recreation
Picnic Tables
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—no hookups available at most sites✕ You plan to camp outside May through October—seasonal operations only

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

Book early as this is a federal campground with only 13 sites

Campground is suitable for self-contained RVs only with no hookups

From Darrington, take WA-530 north 7.5 miles, cross Sauk River Bridge, turn right on Suiattle River Road (FS-26) and proceed 15 miles east

Best: May-October

Campground operates seasonally May through October only.

Things to do nearby

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Cell signal

FCC BDC · quarterly dataset
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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: Harlequin Duck, American Beaver, Pacific Marten, Sooty Grouse, and Northern Alligator Lizard documented in the area.

Location

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Getting there →

From Darrington, head north on WA-530 for 7.5 miles. Cross the Sauk River Bridge, then immediately turn right on Suiattle River Road (FS-26). Proceed 15 miles east (10 miles paved followed by 5 miles of gravel road) to Buck Creek Campground on the left.

Campground entrance

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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

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How much does Buck Creek Campground cost per night?+
Buck Creek Campground costs $27–$54 per night. Hookup options: No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What season is Buck Creek Campground open?+
Buck Creek Campground is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Buck Creek Campground have hookups?+
No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What is the maximum RV length at Buck Creek Campground?+
Buck Creek Campground can accommodate RVs up to 49 feet.
How do I make reservations at Buck Creek Campground?+
Buck Creek 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 Buck Creek Campground?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Buck Creek Campground is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Buck Creek Campground open, and what are check-in times?+
Buck Creek Campground is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.

Official resources

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●Data sources on this page
Recreation.gov — Live site availability — updated every 30 min
recreation.gov · RIDB API
National Weather Service — Live hourly forecast + active alerts
api.weather.gov · open-meteo.com
Google Air Quality API — Live AQI at exact campground coordinates
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iNaturalist — Research-grade wildlife within 8km
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Google Pollen API — Today’s tree, grass & weed pollen forecast
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FCC Broadband Map — Verizon, AT&T, T-Mobile 4G/5G coverage data
broadbandmap.fcc.gov · quarterly
Sunrise-Sunset.org — Sunrise, sunset & golden hour for today
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Google Street View — Campground entrance & access road imagery
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RIDB — ADA sites, hookups, toilets, pets, campfire rules, bear boxes, max RV, activities, contact, directions
ridb.recreation.gov · /facilities /campsites /activities /links /recareas

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$27 /night★ 4.2 (30)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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