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Mt. Index Sanctuary

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16 reviews
· Gold Bar, Snohomish, Washington
10 acres hosted by T F.
2 RV/tent sites
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Nestled in a gated community at the base of Mt. Index and alongside the Skykomish River, our site offers a serene escape surrounded by acres of lush woods, stunning views, and direct river access. It’s the perfect base for outdoor enthusiasts, with easy access to a variety of activities including hiking, biking, climbing, and rafting. The Lake Serene and Bridal Veil Falls trailhead is just a short walk away, and other local highlights include Wallace Falls hiking trail, Heybrook Lookout Tower, and the Index Climbing Wall. Local amenities are close by with the Index General Store just 2 miles away and Gold Bar Grocer 11 miles west. Enjoy scheduled access to our Skykomish River Pavilion; a fenced-in area featuring a gazebo, Solo Stove fire pit, and a large propane BBQ—ideal for relaxing and socializing by the river. We look forward to welcoming you to a peaceful retreat where comfort and adventure meet.
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100% Recommend23 ratings · 16 reviews
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Justin B.
9 months on Hipcamp
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· May 2025
15 ft pop-up camper · With pets ·
Sappy Hollow
Very nice place, and very nice host. Lovely water access just down the private road. The solo stove on lot is a bonus, along with a small grill. Would definitely consider returning.
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Marcus V.
2 reviews
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· May 2025
Beautiful, easy camping!
Tent · With pets ·
Grassy Plains
Awesome camping spot. Very easy access to the river. The campsite was perfect for our group with a nice Solo stove, great spots for tents and plenty of parking. Beautiful views, close hikes, and the only sounds were a distant train and lots and lots of birds. The host was very friendly and available to answer questions. Highly recommend.
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Linda K.
3 years on Hipcamp
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· October 2024
Tent ·
Sappy Hollow
We recently stayed at the Sappy Hollow Campground at Mt. Index Sanctuary, and had a great stay!  Travis is a wonderful host, was very welcoming, meeting us at the private gated community, showing us around the campground, and answering our questions. The few campsites are clean, large and private, with a picnic table, fire pit, and nearby sink and porta potties.  The campground is spacious, with open areas ideal for families with children, and it's a short walk to the scenic Skykomish River.  It's conveniently located in Index, just a few miles off of Highway 2, and is close to many nearby popular hiking trails, our main reason for staying in the area!  I highly recommend it!
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Ilona B.
4 reviews
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· October 2024
Excellent location + secluded site
Tent ·
Sappy Hollow
Perfect location for hiking the many trails in the area. Nice secluded site with amenities like sink and potable water, toilets. Also offered a shelter should a storm arise. Quiet and pleasant, site large enough for multiple people without feeling crowded (and we had two cars). T, our host is friendly and very accommodating. He went over-and-above to help look for a billfold I'd lost. It shows they've put a lot of work into this labor of love. There's even an outdoor community area and river access with Mt Index towering above. Lovely!
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Adam B.
4 years on Hipcamp
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· October 2024
Tent · Group trip ·
Sappy Hollow
Sappy Hollow was such an awesome place to camp! Travis was responsive and attentive the whole time. He had extra wood for our firepit as well. We're hoping to make this an annual trip. I 100% recommend this place if you're looking for some great tent camping.
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Angelina N.
8 months on Hipcamp
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· October 2024
Tent · With kids ·
Sappy Hollow
The campsite was clean and secluded. We had everything we needed including emergency shelter if storms were to roll through. The outhouse was exceptionally clean. There was running water in case you need to clean anything or wash hands, just bring soap. Past the trees next to our campsite was a gorgeous view of Mt. Index. If hiking is your thing, there are trails nearby that are 10 min drive tops! T was communicative and friendly. We loved our stay and can’t wait to come back!
Location
Gold Bar, Snohomish, Washington, United StatesTo respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking
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Hosted by T F.

Joined in September 2022
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