Red Creek campground
Red Creek
Reservations are accepted at Red Creek camping area, which is beneficial for those who prefer to plan their trips in advance. This ensures a guaranteed spot, especially during peak seasons when the campground can be busy. It is advisable to make reservations ahead of time to secure a spot at this popular camping area.
The best time to visit Red Creek camping area is during the summer months, from June to September. The weather is generally mild, and campers can enjoy various outdoor activities such as hiking, fishing, and wildlife spotting. However, it is important to be cautious of potential wildlife encounters, as the area is known for having black bears. Campers should store their food properly and avoid leaving any food scraps or trash unattended. By following these safety measures, visitors can have a memorable and enjoyable camping experience at Red Creek.
What's on-site at Red Creek
Key facilities Snoflo tracks for this campground. Confirm with the operator before booking -- amenities can change seasonally.
Plan your trip down to the hour
Same weather feed Snoflo's iOS app uses -- updated continuously from NOAA / yr.no.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
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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15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks. Hover any point for the full breakdown.
Other campgrounds in the area
Snoflo-tracked campsites within driving distance of Red Creek, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mackinaw Shelter | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Bedal | ✓ | ✓ | → |
| Bedal Campground | ✓ | ✗ | → |
| Sauk River Campground | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Hops Hill Campground | ✗ | ✗ | → |
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Red Creek -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Sauk River Ab Whitechuck River Near Darrington | 927 cfs | → |
| South Fork Sultan River Near Sultan | 46 cfs | → |
| Sauk River At Darrington | 5,220 cfs | → |
| Salix Creek At S Cascade Gl Near Marblemount | 0 cfs | → |
| Skykomish River Near Gold Bar | 2,620 cfs | → |
| Sultan River Below Diversion Dam Near Sultan | 151 cfs | → |
Nearby snow depths
NRCS SNOTEL stations within reach of Red Creek -- relevant when planning a shoulder-season or alpine trip.
| SNOTEL station | Snowpack | 24h Snowfall | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| White Chuck Mountain | 42.8 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Nohrsc Trinity Snotel | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Lyman Lake | 38.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Decline Creek Snotel | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Trinity | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Lyman Lake | 34.0 in | -4.0 in | → |
Plan a longer trip
The closest parks, lakes, boat launches, and paddle runs so a camping night can grow into a full weekend.
Parks
- National Wild And Scenic River Skagit, Washington
- Wilderness Boulder River
- Wilderness Glacier Peak
- Wilderness Wild Sky
- Nels Bruseth Memorial Park
- Wallace Falls State Park
Boat launches
Points of interest
Paddle runs
- Headwaters In Sw1/4 Of Sec 19, T29n, R14e To Boundary Of The North Fork Sauk Portion Of Skagit Wsr
- Headwaters In Nw1/4 Of Sec 6, T29n, R14e To Glacier Peak Wilderness Boundary
- Headwaters In Nw 1/4 Of Sec 30, T29n, R14e To End Of Usfs Road 63 In Nw1/4 Of Sec 10, T28n, R12e
- Headwaters In Ne1/4 Of Sec 13, T28n, R12e To Bridge In Sec 21, T28n, R12e
- Bridge To Confluence With North Fork Skykomish River
- Headwaters At Outlet Of Blanca Lake To Usfs Road 63
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 Red Creek as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Red Creek
Can I make reservations at Red Creek?
This campground does not appear to accept reservations -- it's typically first-come, first-served. Arrive early on summer weekends.
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 Red Creek?
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.
Other campgrounds near here
Snoflo-tracked campgrounds within driving distance of Red Creek.