Topographic map around Shannon Creek Campground
National Forest ~2 hr 25 min from Seattle

Shannon Creek Campground

North Baker Lake campground with 14 public RV-capable sites, four tent-only booking units, drinking water, vault toilets, and no hookups.

RV Sites
14
reported RV sites
Max Length
36 ft
Confirm the selected site
Hookups
None
dry camping
Surface
Gravel
site surface
Dump Station
Not available
Plan a separate dump stop
Reservation
Seasonal
Check exact dates with the operator
Why Visit

Shannon Creek Campground

Shannon Creek Campground sits near the north end of Baker Lake. The live Recreation.gov inventory contains 14 public standard sites that permit RVs and four tent-only booking units; two management records are excluded. Public RV-capable sites publish lengths up to 36 feet. The campground has drinking water, vault toilets, picnic tables, and fire rings but no electrical hookups, showers, or dump station. The current Forest Service recreation listing shows the campground seasonally closed, so visitors should use live availability before travel.

Baker Lake Road, Concrete, WA 98237
~2 hr 25 min from Seattle · 112 mi
Recreation.gov · Reservable through Recreation.gov during the operating season, generally up to six months ahead; currently shown seasonally closed by the Forest Service
Check the operator for camping and day-use fees
Washington state map showing Shannon Creek Campground location
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Campground Specs

Details that matter for your rig

Maneuverability
Reported easy
Road and pad conditions vary by site
Cell Coverage
Reported spotty
Coverage varies by carrier
Generators
Restricted
Designated hours only
Site Surface
Gravel
Check conditions at check-in
Dump Station
Not available
Plan a separate dump stop
Hookups
None
Bring full tanks
Things to Do

Activities at Shannon Creek Campground

🥾 Hiking 🎣 Fishing 🏊 Swimming 🚣 Kayaking 🏖️ Beach ⛵ Boating 🛝 Playground

On-site & nearby activities

  • Baker Lake paddling and boating
  • Swimming
  • Fishing under current regulations
  • Baker Lake Trail
  • Baker River Trail
  • Old-growth forest walks
National Forest

Explore the surrounding area

Shannon Creek is near Baker Lake, the Baker River Trail, and North Cascades National Park access. Seasonal closures, snow, fire restrictions, and lake conditions affect recreation.

Facilities

What's on-site

🚻
Toilets
Vaulted toilets
🚿
Showers
Not available
💧
Drinking Water
Available
🔥
Fire Pits
Listed as available
Vault toilets and drinking water are available, but no showers on site. Fire pits are listed as available; check current fire restrictions with the operator.
Insider Knowledge

Site recommendations from the field

Practical guidance assembled from current operator maps, park pages, and clearly identified community observations.

🗺️

The 14-site RV count excludes four tent-only booking units and two management records. Public RV-capable sites range from 22 to 36 feet in the current inventory.

Logistics

Nearest services

📍 Nearest TownConcrete, WA
⛽ Gas Station23 mi
🛒 Grocery Store23 mi
🏪 Costco50 mi
☕ Starbucks30 mi
🏕️ Nearest State Park12 mi

Stock up in Concrete, WA before heading out — services get limited near the campground.

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Ready to book?

Plan your visit to Shannon Creek Campground

Reservable through Recreation.gov during the operating season, generally up to six months ahead; currently shown seasonally closed by the Forest Service. Confirm current rules, site dimensions, and conditions with the operator. Booking and availability are handled externally.

Booking details
Information sourced from official park agencies and publicly available data. Conditions, fees, and availability change — verify details directly with the campground before your visit.