Shannon Creek Campground
Shannon Creek Campground is a national forest campground in Washington. Hookups: no hookups.
- Type
- National forest campground
- Location
- Washington
- Coordinates
- 48.74038, -121.60053
- Hookups
- No hookups
- Activities
- Boating, Fishing, Hiking, Swimming Site, Water Sports
- Map
- Open in OpenStreetMap
- Phone
- 360-804-1103
Amenities
- Reservable sites
Only amenities a source confirms are listed; an amenity missing here is unknown, not absent.
About Shannon Creek Campground
Overview 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. Recreation 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. Baker Lake is a popular destination for boating, water skiing, canoeing, fishing and swimming. Anglers cast for a number of fish species. The nearby Baker Lake and Baker River Trails are family friendly hikes that wind through majestic old growth Douglas Fir and western red cedar trees. The Baker Lake trail contours above the eastern shoreline of Baker Lake. The Baker River Trail leads to North Cascades National Park. Facilities Shannon Creek Campground offers single and double-family sites for both tent and RV camping. Picnic tables, campfire rings, vault toilets and drinking water are provided. No electrical hookups are available. Natural Features Rugged peaks, scenic rivers and abundant wildlife define the Mt. Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest and surrounding designated wilderness areas. On a clear day visitors can see Mt. Baker, which rises to an elevation of 10,781 feet. The active volcano is perpetually snow-capped. Mt. Baker's summit, Grant Peak, is actually a 1,300-foot-deep mound of
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Nearby RV services
- Dump station
- City Of Anacortes · 49 mi
- Water fill
- None mapped within 50 mi
- Propane
- Chevron · 25 mi
- Low clearances
- None mapped within 10 mi
- Off-road routes
- 48 designated routes (78 mi) within 10 mi
Other places to stay nearby
| Name | Type | Distance | Fee | Hookups |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shannon Creek Campground | Private campground | 0.1 mi | — | — |
| Shannon Creek | National forest campground | 0.1 mi | — | — |
| Noisy Creek Campsites | Free campsite | 0.9 mi | Free | — |
| Swift Creek Campground | Private campground | 2.7 mi | — | — |
| Swift Creek | National forest campground | 2.7 mi | — | — |
| Swift Creek Campground | National forest campground | 2.8 mi | — | No hookups |
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Sources. Recreation.gov (RIDB). Updated June 2026. Facility facts only; DryRig does not publish ratings or reviews on this page.