Douglas Fir Campground

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

Location: Deming, WA, WA

Price: From $32 per night

Price range: $32–$80 per night

Rating: 4.8 out of 5 (216 reviews)

Season: May through October

Situated on the banks of North Fork Nooksack River in Mt. Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest, Douglas Fir Campground offers stunning scenery and access to numerous recreational activities popular in the north Cascades Mountains in Washington.For facility specific information, please call (530) 932-0242.Douglas Fir Campground offers standard sites, accomodating tents and RVs. Several campsites are located at the river’s edge, while others are shaded by a mature, mixed conifer forest.

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

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

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

Located on the banks of North Fork Nooksack River in Mt. Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest, Douglas Fir Campground offers prime access to hiking, fishing, and whitewater rafting in the North Cascades. Campers praise the well-maintained flat tent sites with fire pits and picnic tables, and commend the attentive camp host Ed.

Wildlife alert: Mountain Beaver, Mule Deer, Hoary Marmot, Pileated Woodpecker, Barred Owl, and American Crow documented in the area.

Insider tips for Douglas Fir Campground: Book early — this is a federal campground in high demand Campers report no cell coverage at the campground Camp host Ed checks every site after guest departure for cleanliness and maintenance

Skip Douglas Fir Campground if: You need RV hookups — no hookups available at most sites; only suitable for self-contained RVs. You visit outside May-October — seasonal operations only.

Best time to visit Douglas Fir Campground: May-October — Campground operates seasonally May through October; prime location for hiking and picnicking in summer and early fall..

Nearby campgrounds: Excelsior Group Camp (Deming, WA), Silver Fir Campground (Deming, WA), Park Creek Campground (Deming, WA), Boulder Creek Campground (Deming, WA).

Cell Phone Coverage at Douglas Fir Campground

Cell signal at Douglas Fir Campground (Deming, 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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Deming, WA, WA★ 4.8 (216 reviews)From $32/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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Situated on the banks of North Fork Nooksack River in Mt. Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest, Douglas Fir Campground offers stunning scenery and access to numerous recreational activities popular in the north Cascades Mountains in Washington.For facility specific information, please call (530) 932-0242.Douglas Fir Campground offers standard sites, accomodating tents and RVs. Several campsites are located at the river’s edge, while others are shaded by a mature, mixed conifer forest.

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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 RV100 ft
HookupsNo hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
ADA sites3 sites
Pull-throughsAvailable
PetsAllowed
CampfiresAllowed
Max/site6 people

Amenities

RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verified
Essentials
Fire RingsDrinking Water
Recreation
Picnic TablesFishing
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; only suitable for self-contained RVs✕ You visit outside May-October — seasonal operations only

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

Book early

this is a federal campground in high demand

Campers report no cell coverage at the campground

Camp host Ed checks every site after guest departure for cleanliness and maintenance

Best: May-October

Campground operates seasonally May through October; prime location for hiking and picnicking in summer and early fall.

Things to do nearby

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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: Mountain Beaver, Mule Deer, Hoary Marmot, Pileated Woodpecker, Barred Owl, and American Crow documented in the area.

Location

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Getting there →

From Seattle, Washington, go north on I-5 to Bellingham. Take exit 255 onto Sunset Drive/Mt. Baker Highway SR 542. Continue on SR 542 past the town of Glacier near mile 33 and continue approximately 2 miles to the campground. The campground is on the left (west) side of the highway just after crossing the bridge over the North Fork Nooksack River.

Campground entrance

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Community

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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.
  • Bear country — store all food in bear boxes or locked vehicle at all times.

Frequently asked questions

RIDB facts + intel · FAQPage schema, speakable
How much does Douglas Fir Campground cost per night?+
Douglas Fir Campground costs $32–$80 per night. Hookup options: No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What season is Douglas Fir Campground open?+
Douglas Fir Campground is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Douglas Fir Campground have hookups?+
No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What is the maximum RV length at Douglas Fir Campground?+
Douglas Fir Campground can accommodate RVs up to 100 feet.
How do I make reservations at Douglas Fir Campground?+
Douglas Fir 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 Douglas Fir Campground?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Douglas Fir Campground is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Douglas Fir Campground open, and what are check-in times?+
Douglas Fir Campground is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.

Official resources

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National Weather Service — Live hourly forecast + active alerts
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Google Air Quality API — Live AQI at exact campground coordinates
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iNaturalist — Research-grade wildlife within 8km
api.inaturalist.org
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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$32 /night★ 4.8 (216)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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