Mineral Park Campground

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

Location: Marblemount, WA, WA

Price: From $8 per night

Price range: $8–$54 per night

Rating: 4.7 out of 5 (83 reviews)

Season: May through October

Mineral Park Campground is situated near the confluence of the North and South Forks of the scenic Cascade River in Mt. Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest. Scattered beneath a towering canopy of diverse forest, the sites in this campground are widely spaced and within walking distance to the waterfront, making it an ideal setting for visitors wanting to camp in a more private, rustic setting.

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

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

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

Mineral Park Campground offers widely-spaced, private sites beneath a forest canopy near the scenic confluence of the North and South Forks of the Cascade River, with walking distance access to the waterfront. Google reviewers consistently praise its seclusion, well-maintained sites, and quiet setting.

Wildlife alert: Mountain lions, wolverines, mountain goats, and American pikas have been documented within 8km of this location.

Insider tips for Mineral Park Campground: Book early — this is a federal campground with high demand. The campground is split into Mineral Park East and Mineral Park West sections without a connection between them; confirm your section when reserving. Electric hookups are only available on select sites; verify hookup availability when booking if needed.

Skip Mineral Park Campground if: You need water or sewer hookups — only electric hookups available on select sites.. You require winter camping — seasonal operations May through October only.. You prefer booking walk-in sites in peak season — most sites are reservation-only and August is very busy..

Best time to visit Mineral Park Campground: May-October — Official operating season for the campground.. Mid-week in shoulder season — Google reviews indicate August is very busy with most sites reservation-only; mid-week visits in May, June, September, or October may offer better availability and solitude..

Nearby campgrounds: Marble Creek Campground (Marblemount, WA), Newhalem Creek — North Cascades NP (North Cascades National Park, WA), Sulphur Creek Campground (Darrington, WA), Goodell Creek Campground (Sedro-Woolley, WA).

Cell Phone Coverage at Mineral Park Campground

Cell signal at Mineral Park Campground (Marblemount, 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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Marblemount, WA, WA★ 4.7 (83 reviews)From $8/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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Mineral Park Campground is situated near the confluence of the North and South Forks of the scenic Cascade River in Mt. Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest. Scattered beneath a towering canopy of diverse forest, the sites in this campground are widely spaced and within walking distance to the waterfront, making it an ideal setting for visitors wanting to camp in a more private, rustic setting.

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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 RV61 ft
HookupsElectric hookups on select sites. No water/sewer.
Pull-throughsAvailable
PetsAllowed
CampfiresAllowed
Max/site6 people

Amenities

RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verified
Essentials
Fire RingsElectric Hookups
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 water or sewer hookups — only electric hookups available on select sites.✕ You require winter camping — seasonal operations May through October only.✕ You prefer booking walk-in sites in peak season — most sites are reservation-only and August is very busy.

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

Book early

this is a federal campground with high demand.

The campground is split into Mineral Park East and Mineral Park West sections without a connection between them; confirm your section when reserving.

Electric hookups are only available on select sites; verify hookup availability when booking if needed.

Best: May-October

Official operating season for the campground.

Best: Mid-week in shoulder season

Google reviews indicate August is very busy with most sites reservation-only; mid-week visits in May, June, September, or October may offer better availability and solitude.

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 lions, wolverines, mountain goats, and American pikas have been documented within 8km of this location.

Location

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Getting there →

From Seattle, take I-5 north for about 42 miles. Exit onto WA-530 East, then continue east on Highway 20 for about 40 miles. At the town of Marblemount, cross the bridge over the Skagit River and continue east approximately 16 miles to the Mineral Park Campground.

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.

Frequently asked questions

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How much does Mineral Park Campground cost per night?+
Mineral Park Campground costs $8–$54 per night. Hookup options: Electric hookups on select sites. No water/sewer.
What season is Mineral Park Campground open?+
Mineral Park Campground is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Mineral Park Campground have hookups?+
Electric hookups on select sites. No water/sewer.
What is the maximum RV length at Mineral Park Campground?+
Mineral Park Campground can accommodate RVs up to 61 feet.
How do I make reservations at Mineral Park Campground?+
Mineral Park 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 Mineral Park Campground?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Mineral Park Campground is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Mineral Park Campground open, and what are check-in times?+
Mineral Park 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
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
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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$8 /night★ 4.7 (83)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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