Excelsior Group Camp

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

Location: Deming, WA, WA

Price: From $135 per night

Price range: $135–$160 per night

Rating: 4.7 out of 5 (6 reviews)

Season: May through October

Located near the rushing Nooksack River in Mt. Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest, Excelsior Group Camp offers access to numerous recreational activities popular in the north Cascades Mountains in Washington state.For facility specific information, please call (360) 386-8214.There are two large group sites in the campground. Site A will sleep 50 people and has a group fire ring along with picnic tables ant fire pits at the tent sites.

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/excelsior-group-camp to be notified when sites open up.

Located near the rushing Nooksack River in Mt. Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest, Excelsior Group Camp offers prime access to hiking, fishing, and picnicking in the north Cascades Mountains.

Wildlife alert: Mountain Beaver, Mule Deer, Mountain Goat, Hoary Marmot, American Beaver, Swainson's Thrush, Pileated Woodpecker, Warbling Vireo, and Varied Thrush documented in the area.

Insider tips for Excelsior Group Camp: Book early — this is a federal campground with only 2 sites Bring a self-contained RV as there are no hookups available Access to variety of trails near campground suitable for hikers and backpackers

Skip Excelsior Group Camp if: You need RV hookups. You plan to visit outside May through October seasonal window. You require more than 2 available sites.

Best time to visit Excelsior Group Camp: May-October — Campground operates seasonally May through October; summer and early fall noted as prime for hiking and fishing activities..

Nearby campgrounds: Douglas Fir Campground (Deming, WA), Silver Fir Campground (Deming, WA), Park Creek Campground (Deming, WA), Swift Creek Campground (Deming, WA).

Cell Phone Coverage at Excelsior Group Camp

Cell signal at Excelsior Group Camp (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★ 4.7 (6 reviews)From $135/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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Located near the rushing Nooksack River in Mt. Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest, Excelsior Group Camp offers access to numerous recreational activities popular in the north Cascades Mountains in Washington state.For facility specific information, please call (360) 386-8214.There are two large group sites in the campground. Site A will sleep 50 people and has a group fire ring along with picnic tables ant fire pits at the tent 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 RV30 ft
HookupsNo hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
PetsAllowed
CampfiresAllowed
Max/site6 people

Amenities

RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verified
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✕ You plan to visit outside May through October seasonal window✕ You require more than 2 available sites

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

Book early

this is a federal campground with only 2 sites

Bring a self-contained RV as there are no hookups available

Access to variety of trails near campground suitable for hikers and backpackers

Best: May-October

Campground operates seasonally May through October; summer and early fall noted as prime for hiking and fishing activities.

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: Mountain Beaver, Mule Deer, Mountain Goat, Hoary Marmot, American Beaver, Swainson's Thrush, Pileated Woodpecker, Warbling Vireo, and Varied Thrush documented in the area.

Location

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

From Seattle, Washington, go north on I-5 to Bellingham. Take exit 255 onto Sunset Drive/Mt. Baker Highway SR 542. Turn right (east) on SR 542 and continue past the town of Glacier near mile 33. Continue past Glacier approximately 7 miles to the campground. The sign for the campground is located on the left (north) side of the highway. The campground access road is on the right (south) side of the highway, just before mile post 40. Turn right on the access road and then take the first right thro

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

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How much does Excelsior Group Camp cost per night?+
Excelsior Group Camp costs $135–$160 per night. Hookup options: No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What season is Excelsior Group Camp open?+
Excelsior Group Camp is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Excelsior Group Camp have hookups?+
No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What is the maximum RV length at Excelsior Group Camp?+
Excelsior Group Camp can accommodate RVs up to 30 feet.
How do I make reservations at Excelsior Group Camp?+
Excelsior Group Camp 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 Excelsior Group Camp?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Excelsior Group Camp is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Excelsior Group Camp open, and what are check-in times?+
Excelsior Group Camp is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.

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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
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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
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$135 /night★ 4.7 (6)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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