Troublesome Creek Campground

Mt. Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest

This campground is located approximately 20 miles east of Index, Washington in the Mt. Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest. It offers guests a wonderful spot to take in the scenery and enjoy a multitude of recreational activities in the Northern Cascade Range.

Sites are nestled in a mixed conifer forest on the banks of the scenic North Fork Skykomish River and its tributary, Troublesome Creek. Water is abundant in this area, offering visitors easy access to fishing, kayaking, and swimming. Guests will be lulled to sleep by its subtle, but ever-present gurgle.

This campground is ideal for escaping the hustle of everyday life to enjoy time with friends and family.

Troublesome Creek Campground offers standard sites, accommodating both tent and RV camping. Tent-only sites are available as well.



The campground is equipped with picnic tables and vault toilets. No electrical hook-ups are available.



Access to the Skykomish River is available from the campground, and several sites are near the river's edge.

Need to Know

• This is a NO WATER facility so campers will need to bring their own supply.

• This facility is pet friendly so long as animals are picked up after and kept on their leashes.
• Prevent the spread of invasive species by inspecting and cleaning packs, equipment and tires before using lake or trails

• Firewood not sold on site, firewood can be purchased at Beckler River Campground. 

• Please Note: One RV with tow vehicle per single site or one vehicle per single tent site. Two RV’S with tow vehicle per double site or two vehicles per double tent site. Most sites can accommodate 1 extra vehicle that is not included with the reservation fee. Extra vehicle will be charged a per night fee and collected at the campground. 

• Fire Restrictions: Fire restrictions may be imposed at any time due to hot, dry weather conditions, at which time campfires and charcoal fires may not be allowed. 

• Reserved Sites will be held until check out time (NOON) the day following your arrival date. Sites must be occupied by the checkout time of that following day to hold a reservation or the site will be forfeited and released to other guests.  

• Once your reservation start date has begun, neither the Recreation.gov Contact Center nor the campground manager will be able to modify your reservation.

• Refunds: Refund requests made through www.recreation.gov will be charged a $10 processing fee. This fee is retained by the reservation service contractor along with the non-refundable reservation fee. All requests for the return of the non-refundable reservation fee and the cancellation fee will be declined by the campground concessionaire as they did not receive these fees (these are the fees retained by the reservation contractor, a different entity).

• Don't Move Firewood: Please protect Pacific Northwest forests by preventing the spread of invasive species. Firewood can carry insects and diseases that can threaten the health of our western forests. You can make a difference by obtaining and burning your firewood near your camping destination. Visit Dontmovefirewood.org for further information.

• Click here for more information about Mt. Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest.

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 Area, dominates the landscape on a clear day. Rising to an elevation of 10,781 feet, the active volcano from which the forest takes its name is perpetually snow-capped and mantled with an extensive network of creeping glaciers. Mt. Baker's summit, Grant Peak, is actually a mound of ice 1,300 feet deep, which hides a massive volcanic crater.

Wildlife in the area includes mountain goats traversing the higher elevations, to coyotes and pine marten in the forests. Migratory birds and native fish find ample habitat in the varied ecosystems as well. These species, along with many others, depend on surrounding undeveloped wilderness, clean streams, and diverse forests to live.

Recreation

At the campground, Troublesome Creek is a delight for exploring. A footbridge crosses the bubbling creek beneath towering pine and fir trees. For guests wanting to relax at the water's edge, or children searching for newness in nature, this is an ideal spot without even leaving the campground.

The adjacent North Fork Skykomish River offers fishing for steelhead and salmon.

For those wanting to venture further, the Beckler Peak Trail may be included on the agenda. Located 10 miles from the town of Skykomish, this trail is challenging, but worth the effort, offering hikers the opportunity to view the diverse landscapes of the area from a variety of perspectives.

At the Jennifer Dunn Trailhead, the trail starts out on a decommissioned logging road, and climbs through young alder and vine maple to an expansive vista of the Skykomish Valley. The trail continues to switchback through huge trees and by the remains of a trapper's cabin. Climbing higher, and upon reaching the final ridge top through steep alpine forest, hikers will be in awe of the panoramic view of near and distant peaks.

Changes & 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.

Contact Information

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Phone Number

For campground inquiries, please call: 360-804-1103

Rental Options

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Driving Directions

From Everett travel east on US-2. Pass through Monroe and continue another 21 miles then turn north (left) on Index – Galena Road. Continue for 11 Miles, arriving at Troublesome Creek Campground on the right.

Available Campsites

• Site 008, Loop Loop 1, Type Tent Only Nonelectric
• Site 019, Loop Loop 2, Type Tent Only Nonelectric
• Site 017, Loop Loop 2, Type Tent Only Nonelectric
• Site 001, Loop Loop 1, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 021, Loop Loop 2, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 012, Loop Loop 1, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 011, Loop Loop 1, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 016, Loop Loop 2, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 004, Loop Loop 1, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 009, Loop Loop 1, Type Tent Only Nonelectric
• Site 015, Loop Loop 1, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 014, Loop Loop 1, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 003, Loop Loop 1, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 007, Loop Loop 1, Type Tent Only Nonelectric
• Site 023, Loop Loop 2, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 005, Loop Loop 1, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 025, Loop Loop 2, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 020, Loop Loop 2, Type Tent Only Nonelectric
• Site 018, Loop Loop 2, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 006, Loop Loop 1, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 002, Loop Loop 1, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 013, Loop Loop 1, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 010, Loop Loop 1, Type Tent Only Nonelectric
• Site 022, Loop Loop 2, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 024, Loop Loop 2, Type Standard Nonelectric

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