Camping Area

Gold Basin Campground campground

Washington, USA Puget Sound watershed 48.078°, -121.738°
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Reservations
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Nearby campsites
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Gold Basin Campground -- Washington campground
Gold Basin Campground Washington · Puget Sound watershed
About this campground

Gold Basin Campground

Gold Basin Campground, located in Washington’s Mt. Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest near the South Fork Stillaguamish River, offers 94 established campsites—no dispersed camping. Reservations are recommended via Recreation.gov, with nightly fees around $20–$30. Amenities include pit toilets, potable water, fire rings, picnic tables, and large sites suitable for RVs (no hookups). Surrounded by lush forest and close to the river, it offers a peaceful, shaded setting. Popular nearby attractions include the Big Four Ice Caves and Mt. Pilchuck trails. Open seasonally (May–September), summer offers warm days and cool nights—ideal for hiking and relaxing in serene, wooded scenery.
StateWashington
WatershedPuget Sound
Latitude48.0782°
Longitude-121.7376°
Amenities

What's on-site at Gold Basin Campground

Key facilities Snoflo tracks for this campground. Confirm with the operator before booking -- amenities can change seasonally.

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Reservations
Available
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Toilets
On site
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Showers
Not listed
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Fire rings
Check rules
Detailed forecast

Plan your trip down to the hour

Same weather feed Snoflo's iOS app uses -- updated continuously from NOAA / yr.no.

Hourly detail

Next 5 days, hour by hour

Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.

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Deep dive

5-day forecast table

Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max so trends jump out at a glance.

Time Condition Temp (°F) Snow (in) Rain (in) Humidity (%) Wind (mps) Wind dir
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Long-term outlook

15-day temperature & precipitation

Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks. Hover any point for the full breakdown.

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Nearby campgrounds

Other campgrounds in the area

Snoflo-tracked campsites within driving distance of Gold Basin Campground, with reservations status.

Campground Reservations Toilets View
Gold Basin
Wiley Creek Group Campground
Verlot
Mountain Loop Dispersed Camping
Verlot Campground
Live water

Nearby streamflow

USGS streamgauges within reach of Gold Basin Campground -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.

Snowpack

Nearby snow depths

NRCS SNOTEL stations within reach of Gold Basin Campground -- relevant when planning a shoulder-season or alpine trip.

SNOTEL station Snowpack 24h Snowfall View
White Chuck Mountain 33.2 in 0.0 in
Decline Creek Snotel 0.0 in 0.0 in
Alpine Meadows 5.0 in -1.0 in
Nohrsc Alpine Meadows 5.0 in 0.0 in
Skookum Creek 0.0 in 0.0 in
Skookum Creek 0.0 in 0.0 in

Camping essentials & Leave No Trace

Pack it in, pack it out
Take all trash, food scraps, and gear back with you to keep campsites clean and protect wildlife.
Respect wildlife
Observe animals from a distance, store food securely, and never feed wildlife to maintain natural behavior and safety.
Know before you go
Check weather, fire restrictions, trail conditions, and permit requirements to ensure a safe and well-planned trip.
Minimize campfire impact
Use established fire rings, keep fires small, fully extinguish them, or opt for a camp stove when fires are restricted.
Leave what you find
Preserve natural and cultural features by avoiding removal of plants, rocks, artifacts, or other elements of the environment.

Set push alerts in the Snoflo app

Save Gold Basin Campground as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.

FAQ

About Gold Basin Campground

Can I make reservations at Gold Basin Campground?

Yes -- this campground accepts reservations. Snoflo recommends booking early for peak season; check the operator (Recreation.gov / state park system / private operator) for the booking window and cancellation policy.

How fresh is the weather data on this page?

The hourly forecast updates throughout the day from the NOAA / yr.no public feeds. Streamflow data is pulled live from USGS streamgauges and snowpack from the NRCS SNOTEL network.

What's the best time of year to visit?

Use the 15-day temperature & precipitation outlook on this page to plan -- pick a window with comfortable temperatures and low precipitation. For longer trips, the 5-day hourly meteogram shows snow + rain accumulation hour-by-hour.

How do I get to Gold Basin Campground?

Tap Directions in the hero above to open driving directions in Google Maps, or Open in map to center the Snoflo interactive map on the campground.

Can I get alerts when conditions change?

Yes -- alerts are managed through the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this campground, set a threshold (temperature, snowpack, precipitation), and you'll get a push the moment it crosses.

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