Tolt-Macdonald Park Campground campground
Tolt-Macdonald Park Campground
The campground itself is well-equipped with various amenities, including restrooms, showers, and a dump station. There are 50 campsites available, and visitors can choose between sites with or without electricity. The campground operates on a first-come, first-served basis, so it's advisable to arrive early to secure a spot.
One interesting fact about the area is that it was once a popular spot for salmon fishing. During the salmon season, people from all over would come to Tolt-MacDonald Park to fish for Chinook and Coho salmon.
The best time to visit the campground is during the summer months when the weather is warm and sunny, with average temperatures ranging from the mid to high 70s Fahrenheit. However, visitors can also enjoy the stunning scenery during the fall months when the foliage turns to hues of orange, red, and yellow. Average temperatures in the fall range from the mid to high 50s Fahrenheit.
What's on-site at Tolt-Macdonald Park 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.
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Tolt-Macdonald Park Campground -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Snoqualmie River Near Carnation | 3,030 cfs | → |
| Tolt River Near Carnation | 502 cfs | → |
| Raging River Near Fall City | 90 cfs | → |
| Sf Tolt River Bl Regulating Basin Nr Carnation | 95 cfs | → |
| Snoqualmie River Near Snoqualmie | 3,130 cfs | → |
| North Fork Tolt River Near Carnation | 68 cfs | → |
Nearby snow depths
NRCS SNOTEL stations within reach of Tolt-Macdonald Park Campground -- relevant when planning a shoulder-season or alpine trip.
| SNOTEL station | Snowpack | 24h Snowfall | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nohrsc Alpine Meadows | 31.0 in | 2.0 in | → |
| Alpine Meadows | 31.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Skookum Creek | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Skookum Creek | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Kent | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Mount Gardner | 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
- Tolt-Macdonald Park And Campground
- Valley Memorial Park
- Hocker Park
- Chinook Bend Natural Area
- Soaring Eagle Regional Park
- Moss Lake Natural Area
Boat launches
- Northeast Tolt Hill Road 30348-30762, Carnation
- Lake Langlois Road Northeast King County
- Lake Marcel Community Park
- Southeast Fish Hatchery Road 36495-37159, Fall City
- West Lake Sammamish Parkway Northeast Redmond
- Sammamish River Trail Redmond
Paddle runs
- Snoqualmie Falls To Plum's Landing
- Confluence With Taylor River To Confluence With North Fork Snoqualmie River
- Wagner Bridge To Confluence With Middle Fork Snoqualmie River
- Alpine Lakes Wilderness Boundary To Quartz Creek Road
- Quartz Road To Confluence With Middle Fork Snoqualmie River
- Confluence With Troublesome Creek To Confluence With South Fork Skykomish River
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 Tolt-Macdonald Park Campground as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Tolt-Macdonald Park Campground
Can I make reservations at Tolt-Macdonald Park Campground?
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 Tolt-Macdonald Park 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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