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American Alps Base Camp

Hosted by Trevor · Marblemount, Washington

5 sites · RV, Tent · 5.5 acres

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22 reviews

Near North Cascades National Park

Within a 30-minute drive from the North Cascades National Park Wilderness Information Center.

Amazing views

Hipcampers say this spot has amazing views.

Trevor is a Star Host

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Private sites

100% of recent Hipcampers say the sites felt private.

Nestled along the banks of the Skagit River at the gateway to the North Cascades, our small riverside campground offers the feeling of a remote wilderness escape — without the strenuous work to get there. Surrounded by mountains, towering evergreens, a wildflower meadow, and river access, it’s a place to slow down and experience the wild beauty of the Pacific Northwest in comfort. Our campground features four campsites spread throughout a densely wooded riverfront setting, creating a quiet, uncrowded experience with plenty of space to relax and connect with nature. Guests wake to birdsong, mountain views, and the sound of the Skagit River flowing nearby. Bald eagles, swallows, ospreys, owls, herons, and countless songbirds are commonly seen around the property, making this an especially rewarding place for birdwatchers, wildlife photographers, and nature lovers. Additionally, spawning salmon can be found right along the river bank late summer through fall. The campground is an ideal basecamp for outdoor enthusiasts looking to explore the region. Spend your days hiking, fishing, kayaking, rafting, swimming, biking, or taking scenic drives through the North Cascades corridor, then return to camp for peaceful evenings under the stars. River access offers opportunities to cool off, relax by the water, or simply take in the incredible scenery. While the setting feels wild and secluded, guests still have access to thoughtful amenities including a bathroom with two private stalls and a hot outdoor shower — offering a more comfortable alternative to true backcountry camping while preserving the feeling of being immersed in nature. The entrance to the property is located directly off the North Cascades Scenic Highway, making the campground easy to find while still feeling worlds away. Each campsite includes dedicated parking at the top of the meadow, followed by a short walk along well-maintained trails past the bathroom and shower house down to the campsites and riverfront. Whether you're looking for a quiet weekend escape or a basecamp for your American Alps adventure, this campground is designed for people who love rivers, mountains, forests, wildlife, and the outdoors. *All photos in listings have been taken from the property itself.

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Site 4

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Tent site · Sleeps 4

Site 4 is our premium, riverfront spot. This sandy opening sits 6-8ft above the Skagit and can comfortably accommodate 2-3 tents. The river proximity creates unobstructed, panoramic views of Lookout Mountain and makes for gorgeous early morning light when the sun ascends its peaks. Watch for an eagle, osprey, or herring looking for their next meal while listening to soothing sound of the river flowing next to your camp. Site 4 is the final, and third left once you enter the main trail through the forest, and is marked with a sign. If you find yourself at the river access spot before your reach your site, you've missed your turn. There is a closed trail that would connect this site to Site 3, but we have blocked both ends with downed logs and driftwood as a temporary barrier. There is another that would be a shortcut back to the main trial. Please respect the barriers and do not use these trails as they are for utility and maintenance only. Driving in tent stakes should be a breeze as the ground is mainly comprised of sand and decomposing forest material. We do our best to rake, level, and keep the regrowth of vegetation at bay and assure the ground is primed for pitching a comfortable tent spot. Let us know if you notice any missed roots, river rocks, or regrowth causing issues at your site. The blackberry bramble along the river near this site is incredibly resilient—and a nuisance. Please be mindful of the prickly vines along edges of this site, but feel free to consume as many blackberries as you'd like in August when they are ripe. This site features a picnic table, fire ring, and cut log rounds to be used as seats or side tables (not firewood). On your way to your site you will pass by the communal restroom and a roofed, outdoor shower. A hand sink is located on the exterior of the outbuilding and can be used to refill water bottles or be used for cooking. The river is accessible for all guests if you continue on the main trail. This site would be comfortable for 2-4 individuals and 2-3 tents.

Short walk to site

Campfires allowed

Toilet

Potable water

No pets

Showers

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Site 3

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Tent site · Sleeps 2

Site 3 is our favorite. Kissing the river's edge, this small, sandy perch above the Skagit is perfect for a single tent for 1-2 people. The river proximity creates unobstructed, panoramic views of Lookout Mountain and makes for gorgeous early morning light when the sun ascends its peaks. Listen to the water flowing through a large, downed alder just off the bank and watch for an eagle, osprey, or herring looking for their next meal. From late summer through fall it's common to spot salmon spawning just upriver in shallow current—visible from your chair. Site 3 will be your second left after entering the forest, the opposite of Site 2 trail head that shares the same sign. A large sand deposit cuts through the forest right there in front of a massive big leaf maple that looks like a giant sling shot. Head down the path on the left, passing closely by Site 1, and then follow a sharp right bend that leads to your riverfront site. There is log and driftwood barrier at the entrance of the site that blocks off a trail that would lead to Site 4. There is another barrier there as well. This trail is for seasonal maintenance use only, so we ask campers respect the barrier and stay off any closed trails. Driving in tent stakes should be a breeze as the ground is mainly comprised of sand and decomposing forest material. We do our best to rake, level, and keep the regrowth of vegetation at bay and assure the ground is primed for pitching a comfortable tent spot. Let us know if you notice any missed roots, river rocks, or regrowth causing issues at your site. The blackberry bramble along the river near this site is incredibly resilient—and a nuisance. Please be mindful of the prickly vines along edges of this site. This site features a picnic table, fire ring, and cut log rounds to be used as seats or side tables (not firewood). On your way to your site you will pass by the communal restroom and a roofed, outdoor shower. A hand sink is located on the exterior of the outbuilding and can be used to refill water bottles or be used for cooking. The river is accessible for all guests if you continue on the main trail. This site will be most comfortable for one to two individuals with a single tent.

Short walk to site

Campfires allowed

Toilet

Potable water

No pets

Showers

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Site 1

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Tent site · Sleeps 4

Site 1 is our largest site and can easily accommodate 2-3 tents depending on size. It is surrounded by towering trees and dense vegetation with no shortage of moss and ferns. A massive and recently felled maple divides the site in two and features a walk-way cut through it's enormous diameter. This site will provide the experience of camping deep within an old-growth forest—without the strenuous hike. Site 1 has it's own trailhead that will be the first left as you enter the forest. There is an opening at the far side of the site that connects to Site 3's trail, but we ask all campers to stick to their dedicated trails. If Site 3 is occupied, it is possible you will see campers pass by along that trail. Driving in tent stakes should be a breeze as the ground is mainly comprised of sand and decomposing forest material. We do our best to rake, level, and keep the regrowth of vegetation at bay and assure the ground is primed for pitching a comfortable tent spot. Please let us know if you notice any missed roots, river rocks, or regrowth causing issues at your site. This site features a picnic table, fire ring, and cut log rounds to be used as seats or side tables (not firewood). On your way to your site you will pass by the communal restroom and a roofed, outdoor shower. A hand sink is located on the exterior of the outbuilding and can be used to refill water bottles or be used for cooking. The river is accessible for all guests if you continue on the main trail. Site 1 would be very comfortable for two couples with two tents or 2-3 individuals with their own tents. It's quite possible 4 individuals with their own small tents could fit in this space. The tents photographed in some of these images are a 3-person and 4-person tent for reference.

Short walk to site

Campfires allowed

Toilet

Potable water

No pets

Showers

Instant book

Site 2

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Tent site · Sleeps 2

Site 2 is our most shaded site and can accommodate 1-2 tents depending on size. It is surrounded by towering trees and dense vegetation with no shortage of moss and ferns. The thick canopy above provides better shade from the summer sun compared to our other sites, but you'll still get beautiful dappled lighting though out the day when the sun is shining. This site offers the same old-growth forest vibe as Site 1 with several moss drenched cedars and big leaf maples nearby. Site 2 will be your first right once you enter the forest, the opposite of Site 3 trail head that shares the same sign. A large sand deposit cuts through the forest right there in front of a massive big leaf maple that looks like a giant sling shot. This will lead you back to the site that will be situated up to the left. A walking trail that heads into a small, Mount Baker National Forest property can also be accessed if you continue on the trail past the site. Driving in tent stakes should be a breeze as the ground is mainly comprised of sand and decomposing forest material. We do our best to rake, level, and keep the regrowth of vegetation at bay and assure the ground is primed for pitching a comfortable tent spot. Please let us know if you notice any missed roots, river rocks, or regrowth causing issues at your site. This site features a picnic table, fire ring, and cut log rounds to be used as seats or side tables (not firewood). On your way to your site you will pass by the communal restroom and a roofed, outdoor shower. A hand sink is located on the exterior of the outbuilding and can be used to refill water bottles or be used for cooking. The river is accessible for all guests if you continue on the main trail. This site is likely most comfortable for two individuals with two small tents or a couple in medium sized tent.

Short walk to site

Campfires allowed

Toilet

Potable water

No pets

Showers

RV-only sites

1 site

Last Resort - Van Parking

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Vehicle site · Sleeps 2 · Vehicles under 25 ft

“Last resort” parking spot for North Cascades adventures needing an overnight place to stop. This site includes access to our bathroom and shower facility, but does not offer access to the campground or river. There is no fire ring or picnic table. This site is just an extra spot in our campground parking which is in our grass field. Note: it is in full sun all-day.

No campfires

Toilet

Potable water

No pets

No electrical hookup

No water hookup

Reviews

100% Recommend25 ratings · 22 reviews

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· August 2026

Tent ·

Site 3

My gf and I tent-camped at Site 3 and really enjoyed it. Being right next to the river was a delight: after a day of hiking we would walk down and stand in the cold water, soaking our feet; and the sound of the flowing water was soothing at night. We were also really impressed by the niceness and cleanliness of the bathroom and shower facilities. This is a great spot if you want to introduce someone to camping who is not yet ready to go without running water and normal toilets. One thing to be aware of is that, as the listing notes, there's a non-trivial walk from where you park your car to the sites (about ~800 feet to Site 3). So you need to put some thought into packing and arranging your stuff so you can efficiently take it to and from the site. But the hosts have provided very convenient little carts that can help you with that transport. And that distance makes the campsites themselves feel more remote and stay quieter.

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· August 2026

Great camp

16 ft car ·

Last Resort - Van Parking

Great camp. Excellent host. Superb shower that was very warm

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· August 2026

Views!

Tent ·

Site 4

My husband and I stayed at AABC for 3 nights, and we absolutely loved it! The campsite was so private and peaceful while still being close enough to town to pick up any essentials we needed. The river was beautiful and having direct access to it was such a huge plus. The sites and bathrooms were also very clean, and the shower was definitely a highlight (yay for hot water!) The only thing to be aware of is that the trail down to the site has a couple of steep hills. We had a pretty heavy load, so getting up and down was a bit of a struggle even with our wagons. Thankfully, the wagons provided at the entrance helped immensely and made things much easier! Overall, we had such a great stay and would definitely come back again!

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· August 2026

Amazing river view, great spot!

Tent · Group trip ·

Site 1

After staying at site 1, we were astonished by the cozy atmosphere. We were worried about our tent (8-person) fitting and thankfully it did like it was part of the layout already. The communication of the host was very clear, respectful, and polite. Diablo lake is only a 30 minute drive from there, as well so we decided to treat ourselves to paddle boarding. The shower was designed perfectly. It has excellent flow, perfect temperature, and is very spacious so you don’t have to worry about feeling cramped. The nearby river is great for bringing a hammock and book for a tranquil getaway. From the parking lot to each of the sites, there are two wagons that we were allowed to use to make our walking trips easier. You’ll still have reception too.

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· August 2026

Great

Tent ·

Site 2

We had a great time! The sites are private, well marked and clean. I was very pleasantly surprised that there were flush toilets! Trevor has thought of everything that makes a camping trip more fun and comfortable, great camping spot!

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· August 2026

Tent ·

Site 4

Stayed in site 4 and it was wonderful! Beautiful view, nice even spot with soft packed sand. And the bathrooms / outdoor heated shower were LUXURIOUS! Looooved our two night stay here. Met the host and she was also so incredibly kind and welcoming. 10/10!

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· August 2026

Tent ·

Site 2

I would love to stay here again! All four of the large campsites on this property are set back from the main path and are fully wooded, making the sites feel private and comfortable. It's a short walk from the sites to either the river (which site 4 faces!) or the bathrooms (two flush toilets and an outdoor shower with hot water), which were always spotless. The hosts had great communication, provided thorough directions, and have installed helpful signage (including assigned parking spots!). They have also added thoughtful touches to the property such as wagons near the parking so campers can more easily move their gear to the campsites, bundles of lavender and rosemary in the restroom stalls, and stumps to sit on by the fire in addition to a picnic table.

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· August 2026

Tent · Group trip ·

Site 4

Easy to find convenient location, with privacy, and amazing views! Within 3 miles to the backcountry permit Ranger station. The bathrooms were great and the shower was like a spa experience, very thought out design! The path to the sites were well marked and had lighting along the path. Trevor was very responsive and gave great local recommendations.

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· August 2026

Great location and quiet

Tent ·

Site 3

Beautiful location by the river. We stayed at site 3 for three nights. Campsite is very quiet, other campers were also respectful and quiet. The shower was a big plus too!

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· August 2026

Fantastic. Private. Epic Views.

Tent ·

Site 4

So my wife had a little getaway and it’s pretty difficult to find campsites these days. Just so damn busy. With that being said, we found out about Hipcamp and then found this spot. Site 4 specifically. I must say, thoroughly impressed. The bathrooms and shower are fantastic. Clean. Modern. Just nice to have nearby. Showers were hot. Refreshing. Having the potable water onsite is super convenient. River was right next to us with a great view. River is oddly, almost silent. At least from our site, River was super quiet. Very little bugs. Mesquitos were a non-issue for us and I usually get ate alive. All in all, fantastic stay. Super private at site 4. Host was awesome, responsive and we even got out a tad later than we were supposed to but he completely understood and wasn’t a big deal (thank goodness because there were people coming in shortly after we were leaving). Highly highly recommend this place.

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· August 2026

Private, Clean and Amazing Views!!!

Tent ·

Site 4

We loved camping at the American Alps Base Camp! We were at site 4, it was the furthest from the parking, but had amazing views of the mountains/hills and was close to the river. Super clean, sand campsite with wood stump for sitting, campfire area and nice newer picnic tables. The newer bathrooms and shower were an amazing add on, very modern and well made. Portable water at bathrooms and shower was warm! The paths were lite most the way with solar lights as well as the bathroom. There was water access next to our site and the host even provided 2 plastic relaxing chairs for people to sit and enjoy the water by the water. We did early check in and late check out, which was amazing! The host was also very responsive on the hicamp app. Recommend this camp! Will be coming back! Only thing to note is that you have to walk all your gear to your site which can be difficult depending on your gear but the host makes you aware of this and the host even provides 2 carts to help bring your stuff in and out. Nice touch and thoughtful!

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· August 2026

Tent ·

Site 3

Great spot on the river. It felt private and the property is lovely.

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· August 2026

Camping trip 7/29-8/1 2026

Tent · Group trip ·

Site 1

Very nice bathrooms and campsites were very private and spacious! Being next to the river is super fun and there is so much cool nature to explore around the area! Gas station with ice and firewood nearby. Buggy, so be prepared with spray, and be prepared to carry your stuff from car to campsite a couple min walk. Overall very lovely stay and would recommend to anyone!! ☺️☺️

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· July 2026

Magic Skagit Camping 13/10

Tent · Group trip ·

Site 4

We had such a wonderful stay at American Alps Base Camp and would absolutely recommend it! We stayed at Campsite #4, which had plenty of room for our tents, camp kitchen, and all of our gear without ever feeling cramped. The bathrooms, showers, and parking area were all clean, convenient, and perfectly maintained. I mean, there’s literal ferns growing in the shower! Campsite #4 is a bit of a walk from the parking area, but the hand carts the hosts provide made hauling our gear easy and were such a thoughtful touch. We also traveled with a small utility trailer carrying our rafts, and we really appreciated the hosts being flexible and allowing us to park it on the property. That made our rafting weekend so much easier. The best part, though, was waking up each morning next to the magic Skagit River. The views are incredible, and the peaceful atmosphere made it the perfect place to unwind after a day on the water. Close to town for grocery/gas station/dining needs. Thank you to our hosts for your wonderful hospitality! We enjoyed our stay so much that we’re already looking for another weekend later this summer to come back for a few more nights. We can’t wait to return!

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· July 2026

Dreamy getaway

Tent ·

Site 3

This was probably the nicest campsite I’ve stayed in. The bathrooms and heated shower were a surprisingly nice luxury to have. We stayed in site 3 which was totally secluded and right on the water. Definitely want to come back.

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· July 2026

Tent ·

Site 1

Amazing scenery and Trevor was an amazing host. The spot is very close to a nearby river and the shower/bathrooms were amazing amenities!

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· July 2026

Quiet Tranquility with fancy shower

Tent ·

Site 3

Honestly this place is slept on. It is a little on the expensive side but the amenities and quiet is well worth it. This should be much popular! Right next to the water . Felt like it was a personal well kept spot. You will need to drag your stuff to the site but it’s a 5 min walk and they provide a cart! Very nice people too

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· July 2026

Absolutely Amazing Stay!!

Tent ·

Site 3

We had an incredible stay at American Alps Camp! The riverside campsite was absolutely beautiful waking up to the sounds of the birds , beautiful trees, and the peaceful sound of the river each morning was unforgettable. The campground is exceptionally well maintained, clean, and thoughtfully laid out, with spacious sites that feel private. The outdoor shower was heavenly and having enclosed toilets just far away enough from the sites was amazing! It’s the perfect base for exploring the North Cascades as its near so many trails and town. The host clearly cares about creating a welcoming experience, and was responsive and helpful. If you’re looking for a peaceful, scenic getaway surrounded by nature, I can’t recommend American Alps Camp enough. We’ll definitely be back! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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· July 2026

Tent ·

Site 4

This was such a gem! Having a private campsite right next to a beautiful river, on gorgeous grounds and amazing facilities such as a clean bathroom and a serene shower made it a memeroable camping experience.

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· July 2026

Tent ·

Site 3

Great site on a river with easy access to the water.

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· July 2026

Tent · Group trip ·

Site 4

Great place! Very beautiful, very clean. We definitely go back ! I really recommend.

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· July 2026

Sweet campsites at North Cascades!

Tent ·

Site 2

Trevor was a kind and helpful host, and created a perfect place to camp by the river, equipped with 2 flushable toilets and a shower. He thoughtfully provided 2 wagons to help get your gear to the campsite, but it’s only a minute away from where you park your car. We would definitely come back!

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Marblemount, Skagit County, Washington, United StatesTo respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking

American Alps Base Camp

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