Gorge Lake Campground — Ross Lake National Recreation Area
Sedro-woolley, WA
Picnic Table
Fires
Vault Toilets
Pet Friendly
Boating
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GORGE LAKE CAMPGROUND C/O NORTH CASCADES NATIONAL PARK SERVICE COMPLEX 810 STATE ROUTE 20, Sedro-woolley, WA, 98284, US
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- Check-in
- 2:00pm
- Check-out
- 12:00am
- Pets
- Allowed
- Campfires
- Allowed
About this campground
## Overview Gorge Lake Campground is a small, primitive campground with 8 sites. The campground is set on a steep bank overlooking Gorge Lake. The sites are small and do not accommodate large RVs or trailers. There is an accessible boat ramp at the lower end of the campground. ## Recreation The campground has an accessible boat launch and small dock. This boat launch is not recommended for large powerboats. Ideal for canoes, kayaks, paddle boards, and small power boats. Practice [boating ][1] safety while on the water. [Fishing][2] is allowed in Gorge Lake with a Washington State Fishing license. The nearest location to purchase a license is in the town of Marblemount, WA.
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Follow Washington State Fishing Regulations when recreating. [Hiking][3] and other recreation opportunities can be found across the park. [Black bears][4] are active in this campground and the surrounding trails. Be aware of your surroundings while hiking, picnicking, and camping. Use the provided bear boxes in your campsite to store coolers, cookware, and other odorants when not in use. If you encounter a bear around the campground or on a trail, inform campground staff or go to the North Cascades Visitor Center and fill out a bear report. ## Facilities Primitive camp with no water or services. Bring water and pack out all trash. Vault toilets. Gathering firewood is prohibited. Firewood is available outside the park. Each campsite includes a picnic table, fire ring, and some sites have tent pads. ## Natural Features Gorge Lake Campground is a minimally forested campground with surrounding views of the Gorge Lake. At an elevation of 900 this campground experiences bouts of powerful winds from the Fraser Valley Outflow. ## Nearby Attractions Traveling west on State Route 20: The North Cascades Visitor Center is 7.5 miles (12 km) west on State Route 20 from Gorge Lake Campground, operating seasonally, typically from May to September. Campers can find the passport stamps, exhibits, park film, park store, and much more. Traveling east on State Route 20: Diablo Lake Overlook is 6.5 miles (10 km) east on State Route 20. There is ample day use parking and vault toilets. Ross Lake Overlook is 10 miles (16 km) east on State Route 20, this is a less developed vista point. There are two pull off areas with interpretive way sides and with views of the Ross Dam and the Ross Lake. ## Contact Info For facility specific information, please call (360) 854-7200. [1]: https://www.nps.gov/noca/planyourvisit/boating-and-fishing.htm [2]: https://www.nps.gov/noca/planyourvisit/fishing.htm [3]: https://www.nps.gov/noca/planyourvisit/hiking.htm [4]: https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/nature/bear-safety.htm
From The Dyrt · checked 14 Mar 2026
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Gorge Lake Campground — Ross Lake National Recreation Area
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