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Money Creek Campground

Northeast Old Cascade Hwy., Skykomish, Washington WA USA

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Overview Situated on the banks of the South Fork Skykomish River in Mt. Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest, Money Creek campground offers some of the most stunning scenery in the northern Cascade Range in Washington. Scattered beneath a towering canopy of old-growth forest, the sites in this campground are widely spaced and several are at the river's edge, making it an ideal setting for visitors wanting to camp in a private, rustic setting.Recreation In addition to being a prime location for hiking, and fishing in summer and early fall, Money Creek offers excellent skiing and snowshoeing in the winter months. The Mt. Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest's 1,500 miles of trails can entice any hiker to get outdoors. From smooth paths meandering through deep quiet forests to challenging ascents up boulder-studded mountains, opportunities abound for every skill level. Nearby Barclay Creek Trail is an easier hike that follows Barclay Creek through diverse forest until reaching Barclay Lake at an elevation of 2,422 feet. Along the trail, hikers will encounter old growth trees, deer ferns, trillium, wood violets, bleeding hearts and salmon berries in season. Cedar boardwalks lead to a log bridge that crosses Barclay Creek. Once over the bridge, visitors will arrive at the lake and can take in an outstanding view of the north wall of Baring Mountain, dramatically rising 3,700 feet above the lake.Facilities Money Creek campground offers standard sites, accommodating both tent and RV camping. Picnic tables, vault toilets and drinking water are also available. The nearby Miller River/Money Creek Winter Sports Area is popular base for winter activities.Natural Features Hemmed in by several designated wilderness areas, the Mt. Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest showcases rugged peaks, sparkling alpine lakes and old-growth forests. Mt. Baker, the most prominent feature of the Mt. Baker Wilderness Area, dominates the landscape on a clear day. Rising to an elevation of 10,781 feet, the active volcano from which the forest takes its name is perpetually snow-capped and mantled with an extensive network of creeping glaciers. Mt. Baker's summit, Grant Peak, is actually a 1,300-foot-deep mound of ice, which hides a massive volcanic crater. Wildlife in the area include mountain goats, coyotes, pine marten and a variety of migratory birds and native fish. Nearby Attractions The nearby Stevens Pass Historic District offers education on the area's colorful railroad and mining history. The slopes at Steven's Pass Ski Area are only a two hour drive from Money Creek campground. Visitors enjoy the North Cascades and Mt. Rainer National Parks, where interpretive programs and exhibits offer education about the diverse landscape and history of the area.

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6 people have reviewed this location

Ratings Summary

5.0 Access
4.8 Location
4.8 Cleanliness
5.0 Site Quality
3.5 Noise

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Verizon 4G/5G

Confirmed by 4 users | Last reported on July 20, 2023

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Campendium

August 21, 2015
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Another gem in my never-ending quest to find all of the old growth left in Washington, Money Creek is FULL of massive Doug-firs, Western redcedars and even some nice sized hemlocks. Moss and lichen all through the undergrowth, making the sites not only stunning, but really private, too.

The Hoodoo campground host--a rookie as she told me, this being her first season--was uncommonly nice (Hoodoo folks aren't mean, they're just usually really particular about every little detail). She recommended we stay in a spot that didn't have a fire pit, but I asked her if I could just try and squeeze our 50' of Airstream and van into a different, nicer spot that was only about 30' long.

"Sure, let me know how it turns out," and we managed to get her in there!

I didn't care, because I love the forest here so much, but note that there is a very close train that rolls through and it can be quite loud, and US 2 runs close by too. The traffic noise was heavy during the day but disappeared completely by 11pm or so.

Cell service was banging like a 1990's gang member.

The loop on the East Side portion of the campground, it should be noted, can be pretty tight as it lollipops at the end. We made it no problem but anything larger than us (say a 40' rockstar) might find themselves in a predicament. And if there's anywhere you don't want to find yourself, it's in a predicament.

I'm going to go find myself on a river somewhere, thanks for reading and remember, only you can reduce toilet odor. Please close the lid.

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Nightly Rate: $20.00

Days Stayed: 3

Site Number: 21

5 Access
4 Location
5 Cleanliness
5 Site Quality
2 Noise

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Campendium

March 30, 2018
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Love, Love, Love MoneyCreek. Been coming here for decades. Just outside of a wellstocked and easy access gas station and quaint town, sitting right on river. No electric, but RV sites too. One of my top 10 favs, will prob spend a month here over camping season. Will be there opening week. Stay here!!!

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Nightly Rate: $18.00

Days Stayed: 14

Site Number: 8

5 Access
5 Location
5 Cleanliness
5 Site Quality
5 Noise

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  • 2 Reviews
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July 01, 2021
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There are two separate camping areas: riverside and woods near the railroad tracks. The Riverside camping spots cost $28/ per night and the Wood area is $25/ per night. Each site has raised and level spaces for tents, a picnic table and fire pit. The park could use some maintenance, but overall a beautiful place to camp among old growth trees. There is potable drinking water and grey water disposal stations throughout the campground. There are about 30 campsites. We would definitely camp here again.

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roadtripper1648712 would stay here again

Nightly Rate: $28.00

Days Stayed: 1

Site Number: 22

5 Access
5 Location
4 Cleanliness
5 Site Quality
4 Noise

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Verizon 4G

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Campendium

July 16, 2021
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We were camped on side with no hook up. I heard and saw a river on both sides of the camp. Their website said 18.00, I see that has been changed. There was train track, I heard the train one time. I had cell phone service. Consumer cellular, which plays off any tower.

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Nightly Rate: $25.00

Days Stayed: 1

Site Number: -

5 Access
5 Location
5 Cleanliness
5 Site Quality
5 Noise

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sarahottino

  • 20 Reviews
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June 06, 2022
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The campground has vault toilets and potable water but no other amenities. Many sites are along the river which depending on the season may be loud with high flows. The highway and railroad are also adjacent so there is a some additional noise.

I'd say if you enjoy sitting by a river this is a good destination campground otherwise it's not a great destination. It's a good campground if you are here for other recreational activities or for a night while passing through.

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sarahottino would stay here again

Nightly Rate: $32.00

Days Stayed: 4

Site Number: 21

5 Access
5 Location
5 Cleanliness
5 Site Quality
3 Noise

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  • 1 Review
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July 20, 2023
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Beautiful place to camping I loved it . Host of the camp was very friendly and helpful I will definitely come back again

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roadtripper3976142 would stay here again

Nightly Rate: $18.00

Days Stayed: 4

Site Number: 08

5 Access
5 Location
5 Cleanliness
5 Site Quality
2 Noise

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Verizon 5G

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Money Creek Campground

Northeast Old Cascade Hwy.
Skykomish, Washington
WA USA
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2:00 PM
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12:00 PM
Max Length
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Season End
Sept.
Affiliation
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24
Season Start
May
Last Nightly Rate
18.0
Lowest Nightly Rate
18.0
Longest Vehicle Length Reported
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