Swift Creek Campground campground
Swift Creek Campground
The campground features amenities such as picnic tables, fire rings, and vault toilets. The area is open for reservation and is also available on a first-come-first-serve basis. The campground has a total of 14 campsites that can accommodate tents and RVs up to 16 feet in length.
An interesting fact about the area is that it is known for its excellent hiking trails, including the Swift Creek Trail, which is a popular hiking destination for visitors. The best time to visit is during the summer months, from June to September, when the average temperatures range from the mid-60s to the low 70s. The campground is closed during the winter season.
Overall, the Swift Creek Campground offers visitors a chance to immerse themselves in the natural beauty of the Pacific Northwest. With its stunning views, nearby attractions, and excellent amenities, it is an ideal destination for camping enthusiasts looking for a peaceful and scenic getaway.
What's on-site at Swift Creek Campground
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 Swift Creek Campground, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Loup Loup Campground | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Loup Loup | ✗ | ✓ | → |
| J R | ✗ | ✓ | → |
| J R Campground | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Sportsmans Camp- State Forest | ✗ | ✓ | → |
| Beaver Camp | ✗ | ✗ | → |
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Swift Creek Campground -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Lewis River Above Muddy River Near Cougar | 560 cfs | → |
| Muddy Creek Below Clear Creek Near Cougar | 299 cfs | → |
| White Salmon River Near Underwood | 835 cfs | → |
| Hood River At Tucker Bridge | 332 cfs | → |
| Mosier Creek Near Mosier | 3 cfs | → |
| Canyon Creek Near Amboy | 129 cfs | → |
Nearby snow depths
NRCS SNOTEL stations within reach of Swift Creek Campground -- relevant when planning a shoulder-season or alpine trip.
| SNOTEL station | Snowpack | 24h Snowfall | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nohrsc Marten Ridge | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Marten Ridge | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Mt. Baker - Heather Meadows | 19.2 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Nohrsc Wells Creek | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Elbow Lake | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Wells Creek | 0.0 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
- Wilderness Indian Heaven
- Guler Mount Adams County Park
- Monte Cristo Natural Area Preserve
- Big Cedars County Park
- Wilderness Trapper Creek
- Wilderness Mount Adams
Boat launches
- Boating Site: Mosquito Lakes
- Husum Boating Site
- Lewis And Clark Trail Highway Skamania County
- Port Of Cascade Locks
- Kingsley Campground
- East Marina Way, Cook
Points of interest
- Huckleberry Access
- Observation Site: Mcclellan
- Forest Road 30/Wind River Highway
- Forest Road 90
- Dog Creek Falls Observation Site
- Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area
Paddle runs
- Salmon Creek
- Private Land Boundary To Okanogan Nf Boundary
- Pasayten Wilderness Boundary To Okanogan Nf Boundary
- Lake Chelan-Sawtooth Wilderness Boundary To Okanogan Nf Boundary
- Confluence Of South Fork Wolf Creek To Lake Chelan-Sawtooth Wilderness Boundary
- Lake Chelan-Sawtooth Wilderness Boundary To Private Land Boundary Near Lime Creek In Se1/4 Of Sec 18, T33n, R20e
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 Swift Creek Campground as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Swift Creek Campground
Can I make reservations at Swift Creek 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 Swift Creek 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.
Other campgrounds near here
Snoflo-tracked campgrounds within driving distance of Swift Creek Campground.