Silver Fir Campground
Campground · Washington · 18 bookable sites ·
Managed by the USDA Forest Service
Mt. Baker National Forest (NF) · Open Access
- 18
- Bookable sites
- 77 ft
- Max rig length
- up to 25
- People per site
- 1
- Accessible site
- 2,007 ft
- Elevation
Overview
Silver Fir Campground is situated along the North Fork Nooksack River in Mt. Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest. The area offers stunning scenery and access to numerous recreational activities within the North Cascades in Washington.Recreation
The campground provides a prime location for hiking and picnicking in summer and early fall and is a non-motorized Sno-Park in the winter. Hikers and backpackers are especially fortunate to have access to a variety of trails near the campground and in the surrounding Mt. Baker Wilderness area. Trails accessed from Hannegan Pass Road, less than a mile from the campground, lead into stunning scenery in the Mt. Baker Wilderness and North Cascades National Park.Facilities
Silver Fir Campground is a smaller campground, offering sites to accommodate tents and RVs. A group picnic shelter for up to 25 people is also available. Picnic tables and campfire rings with grills are provided, as are vault toilets and drinking water. No electrical hookups are available. Groceries, firewood and other conveniences are available 20 minutes away in the nearby community of Glacier.Natural Features
The Mt. Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest showcases rugged peaks, sparkling alpine lakes and old-growth forests, providing visitors with unique and surprising landscapes. Mt. Baker, the most prominent feature of the Mt. Baker Wilderness, dominates the landscape on a clear day. Rising to an elevation of 10,781 feet, the active volcano is perpetually snow-capped and mantled with an extensive network of creeping glaciers. Mt. Baker's summit, Grant Peak, is a 1,300-foot-deep mound of ice, which hides a massive volcanic crater. Wildlife in the area includes mountain goats traversing the higher elevations to squirrels and black bears in the forests. Migratory birds and native fish find ample habitat in the varied ecosystems as well.Contact Info
For facility specific information, please call (530) 932-0242.Nearby Attractions
Visitors enjoy hiking, picnicking and photography in the Heather Meadows area located along the upper reaches of the Mt. Baker Scenic Byway, SR 542. Many popular hikes and climbing routes are located in the surrounding Mt. Baker Wilderness and backpackers enjoy visiting the northern reaches of North Cascades National Park.Charges & Cancellations
Once your reservation start date has begun, neither the Recreation.gov Contact Center nor the campground manager will be able to modify your reservation.
The facts
- 18 bookable sites
- 21 sites in total, including non-bookable
- 1 site for day use only
- 1 accessible site
- Vehicles up to 77 ft
- Up to 25 people per site
- Loops: SILV
Site types
- 13 Standard Nonelectric
- 4 Tent Only Nonelectric
- 3 Management
- 1 Group Picnic Area
Amenities
- Campfires allowed
- Fire pits
- Picnic tables
- Grills
- Shade
- Pets allowed
Not recorded upstream: electric hookups, water hookups, sewer hookups.
21 campsites at Silver Fir Campground
| Site | Loop | Type | Entry | Surface | Max rig | People | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 001 | SILV | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | 10 ft | 12 | 🐾 |
| 002 | SILV | Tent Only Nonelectric | — | Gravel | — | 6 | 🐾 |
| 003 | SILV | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | 20 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 004 | SILV | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | 35 ft | 6 | ♿ 🐾 |
| 005 | SILV | Tent Only Nonelectric | — | Gravel | 30 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 006 | SILV | Management | Back In | Gravel | 30 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 007 | SILV | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | 10 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 008 | SILV | Management | Back In | Gravel | 37 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 010 | SILV | Management | Back In | Gravel | 45 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 011 | SILV | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | 77 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 012 | SILV | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | 37 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 013 | SILV | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | 53 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 014 | SILV | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | 27 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 015 | SILV | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | 53 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 016 | SILV | Tent Only Nonelectric | — | Gravel | — | 6 | 🐾 |
| 017 | SILV | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | 53 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 018 | SILV | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | 53 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 019 | SILV | Tent Only Nonelectric | — | Gravel | 56 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 020 | SILV | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | 32 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| 021 | SILV | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | 38 ft | 6 | 🐾 |
| Day Use | SILV | Group Picnic Area | — | Gravel | — | 25 | 🐾 |
Getting there
From Seattle, Washington, go north on I-5 to Bellingham. Take exit 255 onto Sunset Drive/Mt. Baker Highway SR 542. Continue on SR 542 past the town of Glacier near mile 33 and continue approximately 12.5 miles to the campground. The campground is on the right (west) side of the highway after crossing the bridge over the North Fork Nooksack River.
48.90332, -121.69611 · 48°54'12.0"N 121°41'46.0"W
Typical weather
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| High °F | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Low °F | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Precip in | 11.1 | 7.8 | 9.3 | 6.1 | 4.2 | 3.5 | 1.9 | 2.2 | 4.1 | 8.3 | 12.9 | 11.4 |
1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 4.8 mi away — not measured at the facility itself, and elevation can make a real difference over that distance.
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Common questions about Silver Fir Campground
- Can you reserve a site at Silver Fir Campground?
- Yes, Silver Fir Campground is reservable through Recreation.gov.
- How many campsites does Silver Fir Campground have?
- 21 sites in total, of which 18 can be booked.
- What is the maximum RV length at Silver Fir Campground?
- 77 ft. That is the longest vehicle the sites here are recorded as taking; individual sites may be shorter.
- Are pets allowed at Silver Fir Campground?
- Yes, pets are allowed at Silver Fir Campground.
- Are campfires allowed at Silver Fir Campground?
- Campfires are allowed at Silver Fir Campground. Check for a current fire restriction before you go.
Also listed by
Silver Fir Campground also appears in other federal recreation data. Facts below are matched by name and location, not confirmed by Silver Fir Campground's operator.
USDA Forest Service — data as of Aug 24, 2026
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Contact
- Phone 360-804-1103
- Book Recreation.gov
Recreation.gov last updated this record on 2026-03-11.
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