Colonial Creek North Campground

North Cascades National Park — lakeside, fishing, hiking

Location: Rockport, WA, WA

Price: From $24 per night

Rating: 4.4 out of 5 (166 reviews)

Season: Late May through September

Colonial Creek North Campground requires reservations during the peak season, from late May through early September of each year. Important changes to booking windows : To better serve visitors, Colonial Creek North Campground will release campsites in two staggered block releases. These block releases will be 6 months in advance and 7 days in advance.

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

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Vault Toilets, Drinking Water, Dump Station, Bear Boxes, Fishing

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

Spacious campsites with excellent water access and wildlife viewing opportunities. Google reviewers praise the peaceful north side location and proximity to Colonial Creek.

Wildlife alert: North American River Otter, Columbian Black-tailed Deer, American Pika, Common Merganser, Sooty Grouse, and Northern Rubber Boa documented in the area.

Insider tips for Colonial Creek North Campground: Book campsites #1-#35 exactly 6 months in advance for best availability. Campsites #36-#43 release 7 days in advance if you have flexibility. North side offers quieter experience compared to south side waterfront camping.

Skip Colonial Creek North Campground if: You need RV hookups — this campground has none and is only suitable for self-contained RVs.. You prefer off-season camping — operations are seasonal, late May through September only.. You cannot book well in advance — peak season sites fill quickly..

Best time to visit Colonial Creek North Campground: Late May - Early September — Official operating season; campground requires reservations during this period..

Nearby campgrounds: Colonial Creek South Campground (Rockport, WA), Gorge Lake Campground (SEDRO-WOOLLEY, WA), Newhalem Creek — North Cascades NP (North Cascades National Park, WA), Lower Goodell Group Campground (Rockport, WA).

Cell Phone Coverage at Colonial Creek North Campground

Cell signal at Colonial Creek North Campground (Rockport, 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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Colonial Creek North Campground

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Rockport, WA, WA★ 4.4 (166 reviews)From $24/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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Colonial Creek North Campground requires reservations during the peak season, from late May through early September of each year. Important changes to booking windows : To better serve visitors, Colonial Creek North Campground will release campsites in two staggered block releases. These block releases will be 6 months in advance and 7 days in advance.

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Verified facts

RIDB / Recreation.gov official database
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
SeasonLate May through September
Stay limit14 days
Max RV30 ft
HookupsNo hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
ADA sites1 sites
Pull-throughsAvailable
PetsAllowed
CampfiresAllowed
Max/site6 people

Amenities

RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verified
Essentials
Fire RingsDrinking WaterFishing
Recreation
Picnic TablesDump Station
Family & Pets
Vault ToiletsBear Boxes

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 — this campground has none and is only suitable for self-contained RVs.✕ You prefer off-season camping — operations are seasonal, late May through September only.✕ You cannot book well in advance — peak season sites fill quickly.

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

Book campsites #1-#35 exactly 6 months in advance for best availability.

Campsites #36-#43 release 7 days in advance if you have flexibility.

North side offers quieter experience compared to south side waterfront camping.

Best: Late May - Early September

Official operating season; campground requires reservations during this period.

Things to do nearby

RIDB /activities /recareas + intel

Conditions today

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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: North American River Otter, Columbian Black-tailed Deer, American Pika, Common Merganser, Sooty Grouse, and Northern Rubber Boa documented in the area.

Location

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Getting there →

Colonial Creek North Campground is located near milepost 130 on State Route 20. From Burlington, WA, drive 70 miles (113 km) east on State Route 20. From Twisp, WA, drive 71 (114 km) miles west on State Route 20.

Campground entrance

Google Maps API

Community

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Pro tips

  • Book on recreation.gov exactly 6 months ahead at 10am ET — North Cascades National Park fills fast in peak season.
  • Check current road conditions at North Cascades National Park before arrival — seasonal closures common.
  • Bear country — store all food in bear boxes or locked vehicle at all times.

Frequently asked questions

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How much does Colonial Creek North Campground cost per night?+
Colonial Creek North Campground costs $24 per night. Hookup options: No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What season is Colonial Creek North Campground open?+
Colonial Creek North Campground is open Late May through September. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Colonial Creek North Campground have hookups?+
No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What is the maximum RV length at Colonial Creek North Campground?+
Colonial Creek North Campground can accommodate RVs up to 30 feet.
How do I make reservations at Colonial Creek North Campground?+
Colonial Creek North 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 Colonial Creek North Campground?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Colonial Creek North Campground is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Colonial Creek North Campground open, and what are check-in times?+
Colonial Creek North Campground is open Late May through September. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.

Official resources

North Cascades National ParkNational Park Service Mobile App
●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
airquality.googleapis.com
iNaturalist — Research-grade wildlife within 8km
api.inaturalist.org
Google Pollen API — Today’s tree, grass & weed pollen forecast
pollen.googleapis.com
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
api.sunrise-sunset.org
Google Street View — Campground entrance & access road imagery
maps.googleapis.com
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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$24 /night★ 4.4 (166)
SeasonLate May through September
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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