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The Mt. Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest in Washington extends over 140 miles along the western slopes of the Cascade Mountains from the Canadian border to the north boundary of Mt. Rainier National Park. Nearly five million people in or near the Puget Sound and Vancouver, B.C. metropolitan areas are within 70 miles west of the forest. In addition, four major mountain passes cross the Cascades through the Mt. Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest, making this one of the most visible national forests in the country.
Forest visitors enjoy a wide range of year-round recreation opportunities which include developed campgrounds, numerous picnic areas and scenic viewpoints. There are over 1,500 miles of trails including over 100 miles of the Pacific Crest National Scenic Trail. Trails are open to hikers, mountain bikers, ATVs, and horseback riders.
The forest also provides hundreds of accessible lakes, rivers and streams and ample opportunities for hunting and fishing, river rafting, bird-watching, mountain climbing, berry picking and general sightseeing. Mt. Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest contains part of eight wilderness areas, which comprise 720,000 acres. The forest also is responsible for the management of seven downhill ski areas which provide a wide variety of alpine skiing and snowboarding opportunities. Sno-Parks offer snowmobile and cross-country ski trail access as well as dog sledding and snowshoeing opportunities.

Facilities: Mt. Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest provides over 50 public campgrounds. These campgrounds range from primitive to fully developed and may provide restrooms and drinking water. Some campground may also provide pull through campsites. There are also many picnic and day use areas throughout the Mt. Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest. There are also cabins and lookout that visitors can rent.

Reservations: Reservations are not needed or accepted to visit Mt. Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest. Reservations may be accepted or required for campgrounds and other recreation sites within the forest.

Best Time To Visit: Mt. Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest is open year round. Popular summer activities include camping, picnicking, cabin and lookout rental, fishing, hiking, mountain biking, scenic hikes and drives. With winter come the opportunities for skiing, snowboarding, cross-country skiing, dog sledding, and snowshoeing.

Fees: Parking, camping, and/or entrance fees may be charged at some of the recreation sites within Mt. Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest. Before planning an activity on the Forest, visitors should check whether or not a permit or pass is needed.

Accessibility: Several of the campgrounds within the forest provide access for the physically challenged.

Rules: Using or possessing fireworks of any kind is illegal on all national forests throughout the year due to the fire danger. Check the local fishing, hunting, and fire regulations. Do not leave campfires unattended. Pets must always be restrained or on a leash while in developed recreation sites.

Directions: The Mt. Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest in Washington extends over 140 miles along the western slopes of the Cascade Mountains from the Canadian border to the north boundary of Mt. Rainier National Park.

Address
Mt. Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest
21905 64th Avenue W
Mountlake Terrace, Washington 98043
Phone
General: (425) 775-9702
Toll Free: (800) 627-0062
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