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Lower Goodell Group Campground

North Cascades National Park, Washington

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It is off-season. Lower Goodell Group Campground is closed until May 21, 2027

National Park Service closes this campground on September 8, 2026 and reopens it on May 21, 2027.

ClosedSeptember 8, 2026 – May 21, 2027

OpenReopens May 21, 2027

National Park Service says: “Goodell Group Campgrounds Winter Hours”

As of September 2026, Lower Goodell Group Campground is a campground in North Cascades National Park, Washington with 2 campsites. Lower Goodell Group Campground is booked through Recreation.gov.

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Lower Goodell Group Campground is located at 48.6733° N, 121.2658° W.

people allowed on each site: 50

Lower Goodell Group Campground reservations and next available dates

Stay and booking rules

Maximum consecutive stay: 14 consecutive days
Maximum stay: 30 days

Published by Recreation.gov for Lower Goodell Group Campground, read on September 29, 2026.

Campsites at Lower Goodell Group Campground

Group 2

Amenities

restrooms
potable water

At a glance: Setting: Mountain.

Things to do: fishing, hiking, wildlife.

All sites at Lower Goodell Group Campground, as listed by Recreation.gov

Every site is in the Lower Goodell Group Sites loop.

Site	Type	Sleeps
A	Group	50
B	Group	50

About Lower Goodell Group Campground

Overview

Lower Goodell Group Campground requires reservations when the campground is open from late May to early September each year. Reservations can be made 12 months in advance.

Lower Goodell Group Campground is comprised of 2 group sites, each with 5 individual areas for tents or small RVs, near the town of Newhalem, along the Skagit River. It is surrounded by forest and is situated on the banks of Goodell Creek. It is private and secluded, yet the town of Newhalem, North Cascades Visitor Center, additional campgrounds, and other amenities are close by.

Recreation

Multiple recreation opportunities for campers including hiking, fishing and rafting are a short drive or walk away. Short hiking trails can be found at Newhalem Creek Campground. Fishing and rafting access for the Skagit River are available at Goodell Creek Campground.

Black bears are active in this campground and the surrounding trails. Be aware of your surroundings while hiking, picnicking, and camping. Use the provided bear boxes in your campsite to store coolers, cookware, and other odorants when not in use. If you encounter a bear around the campground or on a trail, inform campground staff or go to the North Cascades Visitor Center and fill out a bear report.

Facilities

The campground has 2 group sites, which can each comfortably fit 12 to 20 people each; the capacity is 50 per site. Within each site there are cleared areas for tents or small RVs. Each cleared area has a bear box for food storage. Both sites have a picnic shelter, vault toilet and trash can. There is no potable water. Water is available at the main Goodell Creek campground on the south side of State Route 20.

Natural Features

The campground is situated on the banks of Goodell Creek and has a shaded forested canopy with western redcedar, western hemlock, Douglas-fir, wild red huckleberries, and other native shrubs. Nearby is Newhalem Creek and the Skagit River. The river is the largest river that flows into the Puget Sound area and provides critical habitat for all species of Pacific salmon. The river drains cold, clean glacial meltwater from the mountains of British Columbia and northern Washington. Bald eagles return to its shores every winter.

Nearby Attractions

The North Cascades Visitor Center is nearby and operates seasonally, typically from late May to September. Visitors can find the passport stamp, exhibits, park film, gift store, and much more. The town of Newhalem is a short walk from the campsites, there visitors will find a general store and information center operated by Seattle City Light.

Contact Info

For facility specific information, please call (360) 854-7200.

Rules and notices at Lower Goodell Group Campground

Recreation.gov does not date these notices. We last read them on September 29, 2026. Check Lower Goodell Group Campground on Recreation.gov

Notices from Recreation.gov

This campground is located within a hydroelectric project. A warning system is in place to notify campers of high water. See Newhalem Creek Campground entrance area or campground staff for specific information upon arrival.

Wildlife frequents the area. All food must be stored in animal-resistant food lockers or hard-sided vehicles until use.

No potable water. Water is available at Goodell Creek Campground on the south side of State Route 20.

Firewood, ice, gas, and other services are not available in the park complex. The nearest services are in the town of Marblemount, WA.

Don't Move Firewood: Help protect our forests! Prevent the spread of tree-killing pests by obtaining firewood at or near your destination and burning it on-site. Moving firewood is illegal in some states. Visit dontmovefirewood.org to learn more.

Campsite occupancy is limited to 50 people, 9 tents, and 25 vehicles per site.

Campground reservations are accepted during the specified season dates. For more information on camping in the North Cascades visit, www.nps.gov/noca .

Refund Policy

Customers may submit a refund request through their Recreation.gov profile within 7 days of the end date of their reservation. Customers may also initiate a refund request through the call center at any time after their reservation has ended.

Fees : Applicable fees, such as reservation fees, service/cancellation fees, lottery application fees, and change fees, are non-refundable.

Debit or Credit Card Purchases : Refunds for debit or credit card payments made after October 1, 2018 will be issued as a credit to the original bank or credit card used to pay. In the event that a customer has cancelled this card, they will need to contact their card company to have the funds released. We cannot issue refunds to any card other than the one used to pay. If a customer paid with a debit or credit card prior to October 1, 2018 their refund will be issued in the form of a Treasury check.

Check or Cash Purchases : Recreation.gov will mail a Treasury check for refunds of cash, check, or money order payments to the address associated with the reservation. You may update the address at the time you request the refund. It may take up to 6-8 weeks for the Treasury check to arrive. Please make sure your address is up to date in your customer profile.

Emergency Closures : In the event of an emergency closure, the Recreation.gov team or facility manager will refund all fees and will attempt to notify you using the contact information within your Recreation.gov customer profile.

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Lower Goodell Group Campground FAQ

How hard is it to get a campsite at Lower Goodell Group Campground?

Lower Goodell Group Campground is rated "Hard to Book" based on historical demand. This campground is popular and often books out weeks in advance. Your best strategy is to monitor cancellations.

How do I find last-minute availability at Lower Goodell Group Campground?

Cancellations happen frequently at Lower Goodell Group Campground, especially 1-2 weeks before check-in dates. PermitSnag monitors availability 24/7 and sends instant alerts when sites open up due to cancellations. This is often the best way to snag popular campsites.

How many campsites does Lower Goodell Group Campground have?

Lower Goodell Group Campground has 2 campsites.