Upper Goodell Creek Group Campground campground
Upper Goodell Creek Group Campground
The campground provides basic amenities such as picnic tables, fire pits, and restroom facilities. The area is known for its bear activity, so visitors should be mindful of storing food and properly disposing of trash.
The best time to visit the Upper Goodell Creek Group Campground is from June through October, with average temperatures ranging from 60-75 degrees Fahrenheit. It is important to note that the campground is only accessible by foot or boat, adding to the remote and secluded feel of the area.
One interesting fact about the North Cascades National Park is that it contains the highest concentration of glaciers in the contiguous United States. The park is also home to a diverse range of wildlife, including black bears, mountain goats, and gray wolves.
Overall, the Upper Goodell Creek Group Campground offers a stunning natural setting with ample opportunities for outdoor recreation and exploration. Visitors can enjoy scenic hikes, fishing in nearby lakes and rivers, and taking in the beauty of the surrounding mountains and forests.
What's on-site at Upper Goodell Creek Group 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 Upper Goodell Creek Group Campground, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lower Goodell Crek Campground | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Lower Goodell Creek Group Campground | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Goodell Creek - North Cascades | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Goodell Creek Campground | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Goodell Group Campground | ✗ | ✗ | → |
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Upper Goodell Creek Group Campground -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Skagit River At Newhalem | 3,970 cfs | → |
| Newhalem Creek Near Newhalem | 30 cfs | → |
| Bacon Creek Below Oakes Creek Near Marblemount | 448 cfs | → |
| Thunder Creek Near Newhalem | 705 cfs | → |
| Skagit River At Marblemount | 5,080 cfs | → |
| Cascade River At Marblemount | 1,100 cfs | → |
Nearby snow depths
NRCS SNOTEL stations within reach of Upper Goodell Creek Group Campground -- relevant when planning a shoulder-season or alpine trip.
| SNOTEL station | Snowpack | 24h Snowfall | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Newhalem | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Diablo Reservoir | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Diablo Dam | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Nohrsc Beaver Pass | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Beaver Pass | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Nohrsc 21a07 - Easy Pass Am | 56.0 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
- Rockport State Park
- Upper Skagit Garden Club Park
- Mount Baker National Recreation Area
- North Cascades National Park
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
- National Forest Development Road 012 Whatcom County
- National Forest Development Road Whatcom County
Paddle runs
- Upper Goodell Campground (Rm 0.5) To Confluence With Skagit River
- Begins Upstream Of The Diversion Dam (Rm 1) To Confluence With Skagit River
- Begins Below Gorge Powerhouse To Ross Lake National Recreation Area Boundary
- Headwaters To Ends Upstream Of The Diversion Dam (Rm 1)
- Headwaters To Upper Goodell Campground (Rm 0.5)
- Headwaters In Se1/4 Of Sec 36, T37n, R9e To South Section Line Of Sec 24, T36n, R10e
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 Upper Goodell Creek Group Campground as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Upper Goodell Creek Group Campground
Can I make reservations at Upper Goodell Creek Group 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 Upper Goodell Creek Group 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 Upper Goodell Creek Group Campground.