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Colonial Creek North Campground at North Cascades National Park

37Visitor campsites
31Online reservable
—Largest listed RV length; varies by site
2Official site types

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Answers to the questions campers ask first.

Can I reserve a campsite?

Yes. 31 of 37 visitor campsites can be reserved online.

Can I camp here with an RV?

31 of 37 sites list RV equipment

Source: Recreation.gov structured records

Are tent sites available?

37 of 37 sites list tent equipment

Source: Recreation.gov structured records

Is the campground accessible?

1 of 37 sites are marked accessible

Source: Recreation.gov structured records

Are toilets and drinking water available?

Yes, seasonally. Toilets and drinking water are available during the operating season.

Are showers or electrical hookups available?

No. Showers are not available and no electrical sites are listed.

About this campground

Information from the official campground source. Seasonal conditions and reservation rules may vary.

Colonial Creek North Campground is a remote, yet bustling campground nestled in old growth forest. Located on the north side of State Route 20 near mile marker 130, there are 41 campsites that are surrounded by forest and located on Diablo Lake. Recreational opportunities include a fully accessible fishing pier and boat launch on Diablo Lake, as well as hiking opportunities for various abilities on Thunder Creek and Thunder Knob trails.

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Official practical information

Source: Recreation.gov structured records

Directions

Colonial Creek North Campground is located near milepost 130 on State Route 20. From Burlington, WA, drive 70 miles (113 km) east on State Route 20. From Twisp, WA, drive 71 (114 km) miles west on State Route 20.

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Tent sites

6 Campsites Equipment Non-electric
Individual campsite details such as loop, accessibility, equipment limits and reservability are provided by Recreation.gov.

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Facilities at a glance

ToiletsSeasonal
Drinking waterSeasonal
Dump stationNot available
AmphitheaterSeasonal
ShowersNot available
LaundryNot available
Camp storeNot available
Cell serviceNot available
InternetNot available
Trash and recyclingSeasonal
Food storage lockersYes - year round
Firewood for saleNot available
Ice for saleNot available
Campground hostSeasonal
Accessible1 of 37 campsites · 0 unknown
Electricity0 of 37 campsites · 36 unknown
Water hookup0 of 37 campsites · 0 unknown
Pets allowed37 of 37 campsites · 0 unknown
Campfires allowed37 of 37 campsites · 0 unknown
Shade37 of 37 campsites · 0 unknown
Available Seasonal Not available Unknown

Operating season & hours

Official opening status unknown

Colonial Creek North Campground

Every day: All Day

Operating dates and closures can change. Confirm current conditions with the official source.

Fees

Colonial Creek North Campground Reservation Fee

Reservations can be made up to 6 months or 7 days in advance at www.recreation.gov or by calling (877)444-6777. Checkout time is 12:00 pm.

$24.00
Colonial Creek North Campground First-Come, First-Served Fee

Fee is per site per night; fees are paid through pay.gov at tinyurl.com/NOCACamping. Campsite occupancy limits include a maximum of 2 vehicles, 8 people, and 3 tents. Check out time is 12 pm on day of departure. Campsites are first-come, first-served once reservations end the first week of September and until the campground closes for the season.

$24.00

Access, rules and important notes

1 Campsites
  • There are three wheelchair accessible campsites available in Colonial Creek North and South Campgrounds.
  • There are three ADA accessible campsites available in Colonial Creek North and South Campgrounds.
  • 1 This campground is not large RV friendly.
  • Large RVs can better be accommodated in Newhalem Creek Campground sites.
  • 25 Paved Roads - All vehicles OK Gathering firewood is prohibited.
  • Firewood is available outside the park.
  • Campsites are considered occupied only when fee has been paid.
  • Payment must be paid within 24 hours of leaving the campsite or reaching cell service.
  • Sites may not be reserved for others.
  • Maximum of two vehicles, eight people and three tents per site.
  • Vehicles and tents must not be placed on or impact vegetation.
  • Check-in time is 2 pm on day of arrival.
  • Checkout time is 12 pm on day of departure.
  • Quiet hours are from 10 pm to 6 am.

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National Park Service Recreation.gov
Last checked National Park Service — Oct 9, 2026 at 10:52 AMRecreation.gov — Oct 9, 2026 at 12:51 PMView official source

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