Nearby Campgrounds
§ 02 — OVERVIEW
Colonial Creek North Campground is a remote, yet bustling campground nestled in old growth forest. Located on the north side of State Route 20 near mile marker 130, there are 41 campsites that are surrounded by forest and located on Diablo Lake.
Recreational opportunities include a fully accessible fishing pier and boat launch on Diablo Lake, as well as hiking opportunities for various abilities on Thunder Creek and Thunder Knob trails.
Best Seasons
§ 03 — LOCATION
Directions
Located off of SR 20 at mile post 130. Twenty miles (40 km) east of Marblemount, 63 miles (101 km) west of Winthrop.
Weather Notes
The best weather for visiting the North Cascades generally occurs between mid-June and late September. Summer daytime temperatures average in the 70s F. Snow is off most trails by mid-July. Autumn and Spring are popular for color and wildlife. Storms are common: always be prepared for a few days of rain and wind. The east side of the Cascade Mountains (Lake Chelan National Recreation Area) is drier and warmer in the summer than the west side. Summer temperatures at Stehekin reach the 90s F.
§ 05 — CONDITIONS
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§ 06 — SIGNAL
FCC broadband data · actual signal varies in remote terrain
§ 07—10 — FROM THE FIELD
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§ 08 — REVIEWS
§ 09 — TRIP REPORTS
§ 10 — COMMUNITY PHOTOS
§ 04 — AMENITIES
Colonial Creek North Campground Reservation Fee
Reservations can be made up to 6 months or 7 days in advance at www.recreation.gov or by calling (877)444-6777. Checkout time is 12:00 pm.
Colonial Creek North Campground First-Come, First-Served Fee
Fee is per site per night; fees are paid through pay.gov at tinyurl.com/NOCACamping. Campsite occupancy limits include a maximum of 2 vehicles, 8 people, and 3 tents. Check out time is 12 pm on day of departure. Campsites are first-come, first-served once reservations end the first week of September and until the campground closes for the season.
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§ 01 — VITALS
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Wed
55°F
Chance Rain And Snow then Partly Sunny
7 mph W
Thu
66°F
Sunny
1 to 10 mph E
Fri
71°F
Sunny
2 to 10 mph NW
Sat
77°F
Sunny
8 mph NNE
Sun
82°F
Sunny
7 mph N
Mon
84°F
Mostly Sunny
5 to 9 mph W
Tue
76°F
Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Light Rain
3 to 16 mph SW