Shannon Creek Campground
Mt. Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest — lakeside, fishing, hiking
Location: Deming, WA, WA
Price: From $32 per night
Price range: $32–$64 per night
Rating: 4.4 out of 5 (103 reviews)
Season: May through October
Shannon Creek Campground is nestled along the western shore of Baker Lake in the Mt. Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest on the west side of the Cascades. The area is one of the most spectacular in the country, showcasing glacier-covered peaks, broad mountain meadows and old-growth forests.The surrounding area is a prime location for hiking, climbing, boating, fishing, picnicking and horseback riding in summer and early fall, and snowmobiling in the winter months.
Cell coverage (FCC estimate): none signal. Actual signal may vary in remote areas.
Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Vault Toilets, Drinking Water, Electric Hookups, Fishing
Availability alerts: Set a free cancellation alert at camperwatch.org/campground/shannon-creek-campground to be notified when sites open up.
Shannon Creek Campground sits on the scenic western shore of Baker Lake in Mt. Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest, offering excellent opportunities for boating, fishing, hiking, and water sports with glacier-covered peaks and old-growth forests. Campers consistently praise the helpful camp host, clean facilities, and quiet atmosphere ideal for paddleboarding and kayaking.
Wildlife alert: American Black Bear present in area; also Douglas' Squirrel, Barred Owl, Dark-eyed Junco, Varied Thrush, Glaucous-winged Gull, and three garter snake species.
Insider tips for Shannon Creek Campground: Book early—this is a popular federal campground that fills up quickly Some sites are small for RVs; ask about site sizes before booking if you have a larger rig Sites near the boat ramp have morning noise; request quieter locations if that matters to you
Skip Shannon Creek Campground if: You need RV hookups—most sites have no hookups, suitable only for self-contained RVs. You're visiting outside May-October—campground operates seasonally.
Best time to visit Shannon Creek Campground: May-October — Official operating season; summer and early fall ideal for hiking, climbing, boating, and fishing.
Nearby campgrounds: Swift Creek Campground (Deming, WA), Park Creek Campground (Deming, WA), Panorama Point Campground (Deming, WA), Boulder Creek Campground (Deming, WA).
Cell Phone Coverage at Shannon Creek Campground
Cell signal at Shannon Creek 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.
Shannon Creek Campground is nestled along the western shore of Baker Lake in the Mt. Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest on the west side of the Cascades. The area is one of the most spectacular in the country, showcasing glacier-covered peaks, broad mountain meadows and old-growth forests.The surrounding area is a prime location for hiking, climbing, boating, fishing, picnicking and horseback riding in summer and early fall, and snowmobiling in the winter months.
Verified facts
RIDB / Recreation.gov official databaseAmenities
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CamperWatch intel · curated from camper reportsKnown issues, each with the workaround. Read before you book.
Insider tips & when to go
CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entryBook early
this is a popular federal campground that fills up quickly
Some sites are small for RVs; ask about site sizes before booking if you have a larger rig
Sites near the boat ramp have morning noise; request quieter locations if that matters to you
Official operating season; summer and early fall ideal for hiking, climbing, boating, and fishing
Things to do nearby
RIDB /activities /recareas + intelConditions today
LiveCell signal
FCC BDC · quarterly datasetFCC maps are theoretical — camper reports confirm signal.
Wildlife nearby
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Getting there →
From Seattle, go north on I-5 to Burlington. Take Exit 230 on State Highway 20. Go past the Mt. Baker Ranger District Office in Sedro-Woolley and follow State Route 20 east for 16 miles to milepost 82. Turn left (north) on the Baker Lake Highway (Forest Service Road 11). Continue for 23.3 miles to the sign for Shannon Creek Campground on the right.
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#community · posts, photos & Q&A · AI-moderated (Claude Vision)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.
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