Can you reserve a site at Upper Goodell Group Campground?

Yes, Upper Goodell Group Campground is reservable through Recreation.gov.

How many campsites does Upper Goodell Group Campground have?

1 site in total, of which 0 can be booked.

What is the maximum RV length at Upper Goodell Group Campground?

22 ft. That is the longest vehicle the sites here are recorded as taking; individual sites may be shorter.

Are pets allowed at Upper Goodell Group Campground?

Yes, pets are allowed at Upper Goodell Group Campground.

Are campfires allowed at Upper Goodell Group Campground?

Campfires are allowed at Upper Goodell Group Campground. Check for a current fire restriction before you go.

Upper Goodell Group Campground — 0 sites, fees and cancellation alerts

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.

The facts

0 bookable sites
1 site in total, including non-bookable
Vehicles up to 22 ft
Up to 30 people per site
Loops: Upper Goodell Group Site

Site types

1 Management

Amenities

Campfires allowed
Fire pits
Picnic tables
Grills
Shade
Pets allowed

Not recorded upstream: electric hookups, water hookups, sewer hookups.

Book on Recreation.gov

1 campsite at Upper Goodell Group Campground

Check-in 2:00 PM · Check-out 12:00 PM

Site	Loop	Type	Entry	Surface	Max rig	People
001	Upper Goodell Group Site	Management	Pull Through	Gravel	22 ft	30	🐾

Getting there

Upper Goodell Group Campground is located at mile marker 119 on State Route 20. From Burlington, WA, drive 60 miles east on State Route 20. From Twisp, WA, drive 82 miles west on State Route 20.

48.67333, -121.26583 · 48°40'24.0"N 121°15'57.0"W

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Typical weather

Typically 79°F in Aug, down to 40°F in Dec.

	Jan	Feb	Mar	Apr	May	Jun	Jul	Aug	Sep	Oct	Nov	Dec
High °F	40	44	49	58	67	70	78	79	71	57	45	40
Low °F	32	33	35	40	46	50	54	54	50	44	37	33
Precip in	12.4	7.2	8.4	4.7	3.0	2.6	1.4	1.7	3.5	8.8	13.6	11.7

1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 1.1 mi away — not measured at the facility itself, and elevation can make a real difference over that distance.

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Fees and stay limits

There is no discount for group campsites.

From Recreation.gov, which is not always current. The operator's own page is the authority on what you will be charged.

Common questions about Upper Goodell Group Campground

Can you reserve a site at Upper Goodell Group Campground?: Yes, Upper Goodell Group Campground is reservable through Recreation.gov.
How many campsites does Upper Goodell Group Campground have?: 1 site in total, of which 0 can be booked.
What is the maximum RV length at Upper Goodell Group Campground?: 22 ft. That is the longest vehicle the sites here are recorded as taking; individual sites may be shorter.
Are pets allowed at Upper Goodell Group Campground?: Yes, pets are allowed at Upper Goodell Group Campground.
Are campfires allowed at Upper Goodell Group Campground?: Campfires are allowed at Upper Goodell Group Campground. Check for a current fire restriction before you go.

Camping near Upper Goodell Group Campground

Lower Goodell Group Campground less than 0.1 mi · Campground · we watch it
Goodell Creek Campground 0.1 mi · Campground · we watch it
Newhalem Creek Campground 0.2 mi · Campground · we watch it
Gorge Lake Campground 6 mi · Campground · we watch it
Colonial Creek North Campground 7.6 mi · Campground · we watch it
Colonial Creek South Campground 7.8 mi · Campground · we watch it
Marble Creek Campground 9.7 mi · Campground · we watch it
Mineral Park Campground 15.1 mi · Campground · we watch it
Shannon Creek Campground 15.9 mi · Campground · we watch it
North Cascades Visitor Center 0.5 mi · Facility
Wilderness Information Center 12.5 mi · Facility
Marblemount Boat Launch 12.6 mi · Facility

Contact

Recreation.gov last updated this record on 2026-02-25.

Upper Goodell Group Campground