Tinkham Campground
Tinkham Campground is a national forest campground in Washington. Hookups: no hookups.
- Type
- National forest campground
- Location
- Washington
- Coordinates
- 47.40252, -121.56748
- Hookups
- No hookups
- Activities
- Biking, Camping, Fishing, Hiking
- 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 Tinkham Campground
Overview Tinkham Campground is located along the South Fork Snoqualmie River in Mt. Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest. It offers some of the most stunning scenery in Washington's North Cascades, as well as easy access to an abundance of recreational activities. Recreation The surrounding area is a prime location for hiking, fishing, picnicking and horseback riding in summer and early fall. In winter, visitors can take advantage of skiing and snowshoeing opportunities. A handful of hiking trails lie within a short driving distance, making Tinkham an ideal setting for both individual and family camping excursions. The 0.5-mile Tinkham Discovery Trail is an easy, family-friendly nature path. It weaves through fallen, moss-covered trees to a small pond. Children love investigating the insects, wildflowers and fungi along the trail. Facilities Tinkham Campground offers single-family sites, a few of which are accessible. Picnic tables and campfire rings with grills are provided, as are vault toilets and drinking water. No electrical hookups are available. Natural Features The campground sits alongside the river, in a towering canopy of Douglas fir, cedar and western hemlock, providing abundant shade. 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.
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Nearby RV services
- Dump station
- Washington State Parks · 26 mi
- Water fill
- City of Redmond · 32 mi
- Propane
- Black Bear Outpost Propane · 21 mi
- Low clearances
- None mapped within 10 mi
- Off-road routes
- 73 designated routes (75 mi) within 10 mi
Other places to stay nearby
| Name | Type | Distance | Fee | Hookups |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tinkham Campground | Private campground | under 0.1 mi | — | — |
| Tinkham | National forest campground | under 0.1 mi | — | — |
| Alice Creek Campsite | Free campsite | 1.2 mi | $12 | — |
| Carter Creek Campsite | Free campsite | 1.5 mi | Free | — |
| Mason Lake Backcountry Camping | Free campsite | 1.7 mi | Free | — |
| Island Lake Camping Area | Free campsite | 2.0 mi | Free | — |
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Sources. Recreation.gov (RIDB). Updated June 2026. Facility facts only; DryRig does not publish ratings or reviews on this page.