Desolation Campground
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Know before you go
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- This is a backcountry site — you'll need to carry in your gear and water.
Location
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What’s nearby
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🏞️ Attractions
Desolation Peak is in the North Cascade Mountains of Washington state, about 6.2 miles (10.0 km) south of the Canada–United States border and in the Ross Lake National Recreation Area. It was first climbed in 1926 by Lage Wernstedt, who named it for the destruction caused by a forest fire that swept the slopes bare that same year. At the summit stands a small wooden one-room fire lookout belonging
mountain in Washington (state), United States
Ross Lake National Recreation Area is a US national recreation area in north central Washington just south of the Canada–US border. It is the most accessible part of the North Cascades National Park Complex which also includes North Cascades National Park and Lake Chelan National Recreation Area. Ross Lake NRA follows the Skagit River corridor from the Canada–US border to the western foothills of
🛒 Amenities & services
🚻 Toilets & showers
- Public toilets
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Good to know
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Can I bring an RV or caravan to Desolation Campground?
No, caravans and RVs aren't permitted here.
Can I pitch a tent at Desolation Campground?
Yes, tent camping is allowed.
Who runs Desolation Campground?
Desolation Campground is operated by North Cascades National Park.
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