Sourdough campground
Sourdough
The best time to visit Sourdough camping area is during the summer months, from June to September, when the weather is generally mild and pleasant. It is important to pack appropriate gear for this area, including insect repellent, as mosquitoes can be quite prevalent during the summer. Sourdough camping area offers easy access to outdoor activities such as hiking and fishing, making it an ideal destination for nature enthusiasts. However, it is crucial to be cautious of wildlife, including bears, and to properly store food to avoid attracting them.
In summary, Sourdough camping area in Washington state offers basic amenities such as picnic tables, fire pits, and vault toilets. Reservations are not accepted, so it is advisable to arrive early to secure a spot. The best time to visit is during the summer, and campers should come prepared with insect repellent and take precautions regarding wildlife.
What's on-site at Sourdough
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 Sourdough, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pierce Mountain | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Gorge Lake Campground | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Buster Brown | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Hidden Cove | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Thunder Point | ✗ | ✗ | → |
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Sourdough -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Thunder Creek Near Newhalem | 705 cfs | → |
| Skagit River At Newhalem | 3,970 cfs | → |
| Newhalem Creek Near Newhalem | 30 cfs | → |
| Bacon Creek Below Oakes Creek Near Marblemount | 448 cfs | → |
| Cascade River At Marblemount | 1,100 cfs | → |
| Skagit River At Marblemount | 5,080 cfs | → |
Nearby snow depths
NRCS SNOTEL stations within reach of Sourdough -- relevant when planning a shoulder-season or alpine trip.
| SNOTEL station | Snowpack | 24h Snowfall | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diablo Dam | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Diablo Reservoir | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Newhalem | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Nohrsc Beaver Pass | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Beaver Pass | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Nohrsc Brown Top | 48.0 in | 0.0 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
- Ross Lake National Recreation Area
- Wilderness Noisy-Diobsud
- Wilderness Pasayten
- North Cascades National Park
- Rockport State Park
- Mount Baker National Recreation Area
Boat launches
- Marblemount Boat Launch
- National Forest Development Road 1150 Whatcom County
- National Forest Development Road 1142 Whatcom County
- National Forest Development Road 11, Concrete
Paddle runs
- Begins Below Gorge Powerhouse To Ross Lake National Recreation Area Boundary
- Upper Goodell Campground (Rm 0.5) To Confluence With Skagit River
- Begins Upstream Of The Diversion Dam (Rm 1) To Confluence With Skagit River
- Ross Lake National Recreation Area Boundary To Slack Water Of Ross Lake
- Confluence Of Canyon And Granite Creeks To Ross Lake National Recreation Area Boundary
- Headwaters To Upper Goodell Campground (Rm 0.5)
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 Sourdough as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Sourdough
Can I make reservations at Sourdough?
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 Sourdough?
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 Sourdough.