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Swift Creek Campground

Mt. Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest — lakeside, fishing

Location: Deming, WA, WA

Price: From $37 per night

Price range: $37–$190 per night

Rating: 4.3 out of 5 (167 reviews)

Season: May through October

Swift Creek Campground is tucked into a mixed-conifer forest at the edge of Baker Lake in Mt. Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest.Swift Creek offers campsites that accommodate either tents or RVs. There are two group sites that are reservable as well.

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

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

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

Swift Creek Campground sits at the edge of Baker Lake in Mt. Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest with excellent opportunities for fishing, boating, kayaking, canoeing, and swimming. Google reviewers consistently praise the beautiful mountain setting, clean lake water, and lack of cell service, with an average rating of 4.7/5 stars from 214 reviews.

Wildlife alert: Douglas' Squirrel, Barred Owl, Northern Pygmy-Owl, Dark-eyed Junco, Varied Thrush, Valley Garter Snake, Northwestern Garter Snake, and Common Garter Snake documented within 8km

Insider tips for Swift Creek Campground: Book early as this is a federal campground with high demand Bring your own water filtration or accept well water taste; reviewers noted iron content Swimming off floating logs in the lake is a popular activity

Skip Swift Creek Campground if: You need RV hookups—no hookups available at most sites, suitable only for self-contained RVs. You visit outside May through October—campground operates seasonally. You require cell service—verified reviewers noted no cell coverage.

Best time to visit Swift Creek Campground: August — Water temperature is warmer and suitable for swimming according to verified camper reviews. May-October — Official operating season for the campground.

Nearby campgrounds: Park Creek Campground (Deming, WA), Panorama Point Campground (Deming, WA), Boulder Creek Campground (Deming, WA), Shannon Creek Campground (Deming, WA).

Cell Phone Coverage at Swift Creek Campground

Cell signal at Swift 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.

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    Deming, WA, WA★ 4.3 (167 reviews)From $37/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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    Swift Creek Campground is tucked into a mixed-conifer forest at the edge of Baker Lake in Mt. Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest.Swift Creek offers campsites that accommodate either tents or RVs. There are two group sites that are reservable as well.

    Best for:AnglersBoatersFamiliesSites:TentRV
    LIVE · weather + fire + AQI + availability + wildlife

    Verified facts

    RIDB / Recreation.gov official database
    Check-in2:00 PM
    Check-out12:00 PM
    SeasonMay through October
    Stay limit14 days
    Max RV75 ft
    HookupsNo hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
    PetsAllowed
    CampfiresAllowed
    Max/site6 people

    Amenities

    RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verified
    Essentials
    Fire RingsDrinking Water
    Recreation
    Picnic TablesFishing
    Family & Pets
    Vault ToiletsBoat Launch

    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, suitable only for self-contained RVs✕ You visit outside May through October—campground operates seasonally✕ You require cell service—verified reviewers noted no cell coverage

    Insider tips & when to go

    CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

    Book early as this is a federal campground with high demand

    Bring your own water filtration or accept well water taste; reviewers noted iron content

    Swimming off floating logs in the lake is a popular activity

    Best: August

    Water temperature is warmer and suitable for swimming according to verified camper reviews

    Best: May-October

    Official operating season for the campground

    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: Douglas' Squirrel, Barred Owl, Northern Pygmy-Owl, Dark-eyed Junco, Varied Thrush, Valley Garter Snake, Northwestern Garter Snake, and Common Garter Snake documented within 8km

    Location

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    360-804-1103· Mt. Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest
    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 20 miles to the sign for Swift Creek Campground Road (Forest Service road 1142). Turn right and travel about 1/3 mile to the campground at the end of the road.

    Campground entrance

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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 Swift Creek Campground cost per night?+
    Swift Creek Campground costs $37–$190 per night. Hookup options: No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
    What season is Swift Creek Campground open?+
    Swift Creek Campground is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
    Does Swift Creek Campground have hookups?+
    No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
    What is the maximum RV length at Swift Creek Campground?+
    Swift Creek Campground can accommodate RVs up to 75 feet.
    How do I make reservations at Swift Creek Campground?+
    Swift Creek 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 Swift Creek Campground?+
    According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Swift Creek Campground is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
    What season is Swift Creek Campground open, and what are check-in times?+
    Swift Creek Campground is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.

    Official resources

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    iNaturalist — Research-grade wildlife within 8km
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    FCC Broadband Map — Verizon, AT&T, T-Mobile 4G/5G coverage data
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    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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    $37 /night★ 4.3 (167)
    SeasonMay through October
    Check-in2:00 PM
    Check-out12:00 PM
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    FAQ
    How much does Swift Creek Campground cost per night?+
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    Nearby Campgrounds

    Park Creek Campground

    Deming, WA

    From $32/night

    Panorama Point Campground

    Deming, WA

    From $37/night

    Boulder Creek Campground

    Deming, WA

    From $32/night

    Shannon Creek Campground

    Deming, WA

    From $32/night

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