U.S. Forest Service · Mt. Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest · Washington

Panorama Point Campground

Panorama Point campground is located on the western shore of Baker Lake in the stunning Mt. Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest. Situated on the west side of the Cascades in Washington, the surrounding area is one of the most spectacular in the country, showcasing glacier-covered peaks, wide mountain meadows and old-growth forests, rich in history and outdoor opportunities.

Closed for the seasonReservable · Recreation.gov22 sites52 ft maxNo hookupsPets okFires ok

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3fires
active
Luna · 22 mi away · 8,553 acres
2 more within 50 miles
Incident details ↓

Site mix

Standard, no hookups14
Host/management8
Most sites here open on Recreation.gov six months ahead, at 10 a.m. Eastern. Sold out is not final: cancellations come back into the pool, most of them two to three days out. How to catch one

Site guide

14 sites. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.

SiteEntryFits, ftSurfaceShadeWaterfrontPeople / vehiclesFiresRating
001Back-inGravelFull6 / 1YesStandard
002Back-in30Gravel6 / 1YesStandard
004Back-inGravelFull6 / 1YesStandard
005Back-inGravelFull6 / 1YesStandard
006Back-in30Gravel12 / 2YesStandard
007Back-inGravelFull6 / 1YesStandard
008Back-in52GravelFull6 / 1YesStandard
009Back-in20Gravel6 / 1YesStandard
010Back-inGravelFull6 / 1YesStandard
011Back-inGravelFullLakefront6 / 1YesStandard

Per-site records as published by the managing agency on Recreation.gov. Blank cells mean the agency listed nothing for that site. Check-in 2:00 PM, checkout 12:00 PM.

Amenities & rules

HookupsNone
Max vehicle length52 ft
EquipmentRVs & trailers, Tents
PetsAllowed
CampfiresAllowed, subject to restrictions

With several sites located at the lake's edge and others in close vicinity, Panorama Point Campground offers visitors the ideal opportunity to camp near shoreline or under a canopy of trees. Panorama Point offers nine standard sites, accommodating both tent and RV camping. Picnic tables and vault toilets are also available.

Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.

Season & status

StatusClosed for the season. Forest Service sites close for the season; check the official page for the reopening date.
ForestMt. Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest
FeesView Recreation.gov for Fee Information and for open season dates.
RulesDuring Sockeye fishing season boat launch ramp use is extremely heavy.

Mt. Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest recreation page ↗

Weather by month

NOAA climate normals →
Weather by month near Panorama Point Campground30°40°50°60°70°January: 15.31 inches of precipitation, 13.1 inches of snowFebruary: 8.80 inches of precipitation, 10.6 inches of snowMarch: 10.42 inches of precipitation, 3.4 inches of snowApril: 6.70 inches of precipitation, 0.2 inches of snowMay: 4.52 inches of precipitation, 0.0 inches of snowJune: 3.32 inches of precipitation, 0.0 inches of snowJuly: 1.78 inches of precipitation, 0.0 inches of snowAugust: 1.92 inches of precipitation, 0.0 inches of snowSeptember: 4.83 inches of precipitation, 0.0 inches of snowOctober: 10.52 inches of precipitation, 0.0 inches of snowNovember: 15.97 inches of precipitation, 2.2 inches of snowDecember: 14.15 inches of precipitation, 12.9 inches of snowJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanuary: 33.4°F averageFebruary: 35.8°F averageMarch: 39.9°F averageApril: 45.8°F averageMay: 52.8°F averageJune: 57.2°F averageJuly: 62.6°F averageAugust: 63.3°F averageSeptember: 57.9°F averageOctober: 48.2°F averageNovember: 39.0°F averageDecember: 33.6°F average0 in5 in10 in15 in20 inTemp °FInches
The line is the average temperature and the bars are average precipitation at Upper Baker Dam, 5 miles from the campground at 690 feet, station USC00458715 in the NOAA monthly climate normals for 1991 to 2020. Precipitation totals about 98 inches a year. The dotted line is average snowfall, about 42 inches a year on the same inches scale.

Getting there

From Seattle, go north on I-5 to Burlington. Take Exit 230 on State Highway 20. Go past the Mt. Baker Ranger District Office in Sedro-Woolley and follow State Route 20 east for 16 miles to milepost 82. Turn left (north) on the Baker Lake Highway (Forest Service Road 11). Continue for 19.2 miles on the Baker Lake Highway.

Coordinates48.7242° N, 121.6727° W · Directions ↗

Fire nearby

  • Wildfire
    Luna

    22 mi from the campground · 8,553 acres · 42% contained

  • Wildfire
    Border 2

    35 mi from the campground · 9,108 acres · 74% contained

  • Wildfire
    Sisi

    47 mi from the campground · 4,615 acres · 34% contained

Distance is to the reported incident point, not the fire edge. Call the managing office before you drive.

Supplies & services

Dump stationDump station ↗16.9 mi
Outdoor gearMt. Waddington's Outdoors ↗29.4 mi
RV sales & serviceCottonwood RV Sales and Service ↗32.4 mi

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Panorama Point Campground, Mt. Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest, Washington Campsite Photo

Worth a stop

Hike in the mountains above the lake in the Mt. Baker National Recreation Area or Mt. Baker Wilderness, or take some time to visit North Cascades National Park. This unique park is like no other place on earth. It features a deep blue lake surrounded by sheer, 2,000' cliffs, two picturesque islands and a violent volcanic past. Hiking trails, a visitor center and educational programs are available.

Trails nearby

Forest Service trail data →
  • 1 mi
    Boulder Ridge X-Country Ski ↗
    4.7 mi trail · snowshoe, ski
  • 1 mi
    Rainbow Falls Loop X-Country ↗
    10.3 mi trail · snowshoe, ski
  • 1.9 mi
    Boulder Ridge
    3.6 mi trail · hiking
  • 2.6 mi
    Baker Hot Springs
    0.3 mi trail · hiking
  • 2.7 mi
    Maple Grove
    0.3 mi trail · hiking, horse
  • 2.7 mi
    Martin Lake X-Country Ski 1130
    4 mi trail · snowshoe, ski

Trailheads within three miles

Trail and trailhead records are the Forest Service's. Distances are straight-line to the nearer trail end. Trail conditions are not tracked here.

Public land it sits in

On Wilderness Atlas →

Mount Baker Wilderness begins about 1.3 miles away, and it is the closest of these.

Each unit is published as a centre point and an acreage rather than a boundary, so this section stands it in for a circle of the same area. Whether a campground is inside, and how far it is from one it is outside, are both approximate.

On the National Register nearby

On Register Atlas →

Natural features

On a clear day, while driving to the campground, visitors will see Mt. Baker, the most prominent feature of the Mt. Baker Wilderness. 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 1,300-foot-deep mound of ice, which hides a massive volcanic crater.

Recreation

In addition to being a prime location for boating, fishing, swimming, and picnicking, hikers and backpackers are especially fortunate to have access to a variety of spectacular trails along the lake and in the nearby Mt. Baker National Recreation Area. The Baker Lake and Baker River Trails are family friendly hikes that are a short drive from the campground. The Baker Lake trail starts on the south end of the lake in a stand of Douglas fir and travels 13 miles above the eastern shoreline of Baker Lake. Anderson Point with views of Mt. Baker and Mt. Shuksan is 2.5 miles from the trailheadand is a popular boat in camp, backpacking destination and lunch spot. The Baker River Trail starts at the north end of the lake and follows the river 2.25 miles upstream, through large old-growth into North Cascades National Park.

Guidebooks for Washington

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Reference

Questions people ask

Do I need a reservation at Panorama Point Campground?

Sites at Panorama Point Campground are reservable on Recreation.gov. Any walk-up sites are listed on the booking page.

Source: Recreation.gov

How much does it cost to camp at Panorama Point Campground?

View Recreation.gov for Fee Information and for open season dates.

Source: Recreation.gov

What time is check-in at Panorama Point Campground?

Check-in 2:00 PM, checkout 12:00 PM.

Source: Recreation.gov

Is Panorama Point Campground open right now?

Closed for the season as of Oct 16, 2026.

Source: Forest Service status

How many sites does Panorama Point Campground have?

22 sites, including 14 standard sites without power.

Source: Recreation.gov

Will my RV fit at Panorama Point Campground?

The longest site here provides 52 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter. The sidebar tool checks a trailer or motorhome length against every site.

Source: Will my RV fit

Are pets allowed at Panorama Point Campground?

Yes, pets are allowed at Panorama Point Campground. Leash rules apply.

Source: Recreation.gov

Can I have a campfire at Panorama Point Campground?

Fires are allowed in the provided rings under normal conditions. As of 2026-10-16, there are 3 active fires within 50 miles, so check current restrictions before you light one. During Sockeye fishing season boat launch ramp use is extremely heavy.

Source: Fire nearby

What is there to do at Panorama Point Campground?

In addition to being a prime location for boating, fishing, swimming, and picnicking, hikers and backpackers are especially fortunate to have access to a variety of spectacular trails along the lake and in the nearby Mt. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.

Source: Recreation

What if Panorama Point Campground is full?

The nearest public campgrounds are Swift Creek Campground (0.7 mi), Park Creek Campground (0.8 mi), and Boulder Creek Campground (1.2 mi).

Source: Campgrounds nearby