
Upper Goodell Group Campground
North Cascades National Park, Washington
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As of September 2026, Upper Goodell Group Campground is a campground in North Cascades National Park, Washington with 1 campsite. Upper Goodell Group Campground is booked through Recreation.gov.
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- Upper Goodell Group Campground is located at 48.6733ยฐ N, 121.2658ยฐ W.
Upper Goodell Group Campground reservations and next available dates
September 2026
Stay and booking rules
- Maximum stay: 30 days
Published by Recreation.gov for Upper Goodell Group Campground, read on September 29, 2026.
Campsites at Upper Goodell Group Campground
Amenities
- restrooms
- potable water
At a glance: Setting: Mountain.
Things to do: fishing, boating, swimming, hiking, wildlife.
About Upper Goodell Group Campground
Overview
Upper Goodell Group Campground is a quiet, remote facility for tent camping on the banks of Goodell Creek in North Cascades National Park. The campground is the perfect place to relax while watching the rushing creek cascade over its rocky course.
The area is more remote and up a slightly steeper road than nearby Lower Goodell Group Campground. The elevation is 500' above sea level. Both Upper and Lower Goodell Group Campgrounds are convenient hubs for day trips to the visitor center, hiking trails and the nearby town of Newhalem.
Recreation
Nature abounds in the Goodell Gorge, where visitors enjoy exploring the scenery, viewing wildlife and birding. Black bears inhabit the area, so caution must be taken while hiking, picnicking or camping.
Many miles of hiking trails are within a short drive. The creek and nearby Skagit River offer fishing for trout, salmon and steelhead. There is no boating or swimming at the site.
Facilities
The facility has a picnic shelter and pit toilet for visitors' convenience. No potable water. Water is available at the main Goodell Creek campground on the south side of State Route 20.
The campground has one group site, which can comfortably fit 12 to 20 people with a maximum capacity of 30.
Natural Features
The site lies among lush ancient forests of western redcedar, western hemlock and Douglas-fir trees. The creek's headwaters begin in the surrounding mountains, pick up cold, clean glacial meltwater along the way, and eventually empty into the Skagit River.
The creek provides a sampling of the colorful crystalline rocks of the North Cascade Core, which formed deep underground and is now revealed in the rugged terrain of the North Cascade Range.
Contact Info
For facility specific information, please call (360) 854-7200.
Nearby Attractions
The campground is a short drive or a long walk to the visitor center, and the nearest store is in Newhalem.
Rules and notices at Upper Goodell Group Campground
Recreation.gov does not date these notices. We last read them on September 29, 2026. Check Upper Goodell Group Campground on Recreation.gov
Notices from Recreation.gov
Campground is located within a hydro-electric project and a warning system is in place to notify campers of high water; see host for specific information upon arrival
This is a tent-only facility; trailers or larger campers are not allowed due to the steep and narrow dirt access road.
Wildlife frequents the area. All food must be stored in animal-resistant food lockers or hard-sided vehicles until use.
Gathering firewood is not allowed
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.
No potable water. Water is available at the main Goodell Creek campground on the south side of State Route 20.
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.
Reservation fees for free tickets are non-refundable in the event of an emergency closure.
Upper Goodell Group Campground FAQ
How hard is it to get a campsite at Upper Goodell Group Campground?
Upper 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 Upper Goodell Group Campground?
Cancellations happen frequently at Upper 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 Upper Goodell Group Campground have?
Upper Goodell Group Campground has 1 campsites.
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