Summary
The camping area is close to several points of interest, including hiking trails, fishing spots, and boating areas. Campground amenities include picnic tables, fire pits, boat launch, and vault toilets. The campground operates on a first-come-first-serve basis, with a total of 14 campsites available. The best time to visit is from late spring to early fall, with average temperatures ranging from 60°F to 80°F. Visitors can enjoy hiking in the nearby Salmo-Priest Wilderness or exploring the historic town of Metaline Falls. Fishing enthusiasts can catch trout, bass, and kokanee in Sullivan Lake. Overall, Lightning Creek Boat Camp offers a serene and tranquil camping experience in the heart of Washington's natural beauty.
15-Day Long Term Forecast
Nearby Campgrounds
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Lightning Creek Boat Camp
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Lightning Creek Stock Camp
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Cat Island
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Dry Creek
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Ten Mile Island
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Devil's Creek
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5-Day Hourly Forecast Detail
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Thunder Creek Near Newhalem
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1520cfs |
Skagit River At Newhalem
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3160cfs |
Newhalem Creek Near Newhalem
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30cfs |
Bacon Creek Below Oakes Creek Near Marblemount
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1100cfs |
Skagit River At Marblemount
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6100cfs |
Cascade River At Marblemount
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2400cfs |
Camping Essential Practices
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.
Related Links
Nearby Snowpack Depths
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HOZOMEEN CAMP
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1" |
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NOHRSC BROWN TOP
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80" |
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BROWN TOP
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80" |
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BEAVER PASS
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16" |
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NOHRSC BEAVER PASS
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16" |
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DIABLO DAM
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0" |
River Runs
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Confluence Of Canyon And Granite Creeks To Ross Lake National Recreation Area Boundary
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Ross Lake National Recreation Area Boundary To Slack Water Of Ross Lake
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Pasayten Wilderness Boundary To Point On Range Line Between Sec 12, R14E And Sec 17, R16E
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Point On Range Line To Ruby Creek
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Headwaters To Upper Goodell Campground (Rm 0.5)
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Headwaters To North Cascades National Park Boundary
Ross Lake National Recreation Area
Wilderness Noisy-Diobsud
North Cascades National Park
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