Baker Lake Camping and Recreation

Nestled in the North Cascade Mountains, just west of Concrete Washington, sits two of Washington’s most photographed wonders, Mt. Baker (10,775 ft) and Mount Shuksan (9,127 ft). Rising skyward, nearly side-by-side, these two mountains show off their natural brilliance with flowing glaciers and rocky faces.

But situated at the basis of these two mountains sits another Washington beauty, Baker Lake. Formed by the Upper Baker Dam and thousand year old glacier run off water, Baker Lake provides residents and visitors alike with a variety of camping sites along its shores. Camp sites range from designated parks with spaces for vehicles and boats to remote sites accessible via powerboat or canoe.

If you have access to a boat I highly recommend camping by boat; transporting all gear in for three day weekend mini vacation (remember to take all trash out as well). Following the shoreline campsites are easy to see, have excellent beaches making them perfect for kids as well as anchoring a boat.

Besides fishing, water, wake boarding and swimming there are many hikes and scenic areas to enjoy. Trail hikes can be found at almost every portion of Baker Lake which varry in difficulty (always known current conditions, pack accordingly and take precautions when hiking).

So if you considering camping with family and friends the try Baker Lake in Northern Washington you will be happy you did.

Campground Reservations: 1-877-444-6777 (5 am to 9 pm Pacific time)

Download: Washington State Highway Map