Squalicum Mountain Base Camp
7 acres hosted by Kari G.
2 lodging sites
Near North Cascades National Park
Within a 60-minute drive from the North Cascades National Park Complex Headquarters and Visitor Information.
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Natural features
Forest
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Farm
Reviews
96% Recommend34 ratings · 29 reviews
Kari's campground offers a serene and welcoming escape, with many guests appreciating the tranquility and proximity to nature, especially the friendly goats and sheep. The cabins are cozy and well maintained, providing all necessary amenities for a comfortable stay. While most reviews are positive, some guests mentioned the composting toilet as a downside, and one review highlighted issues with hot water and lighting. Overall, it's a peaceful spot perfect for those seeking a quiet retreat near Bellingham.
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· May 2025
had the best time staying here, such a peaceful spot! I had a lot of questions, Lori was so quick and helpful with everything! The sauna was so relaxing and the fire pit!
I will be staying here again if ever in bellingham and will definitely recommend to others (:
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Haley Y.
9 months on Hipcamp
This was a quick stop on a larger trip we had and we really enjoyed it. The goats on the property were friendly and it was real quiet at night. Just how we like it. Thank you.
Emerson P.
26 reviews
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· April 2025
Lovely, quiet spot! Loved the goats and sheep and getting to sleep in a cozy cabin in the rain!
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Ruth S.
1 year on Hipcamp
Beautiful grounds amazing sauna adored the location very convenient to everything in Bellingham in Fairhaven host was responsive and helpful. My only note would be that the composting toilet without the door to it is a bit strange but I appreciate the equal conscious sentiment.
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Sam N.
2 years on Hipcamp
Large cabin w beautiful views of Lake Watcom through the woods, amazing amenities, not the biggest fan of the composting toilet but maybe I'm too much of a city boy. Sauna was lovely, unfortunately was not able to try the fire pit!
Sam N.
2 reviews
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· December 2024
The Office was perfect for a weekend in the Bellingham area! Great balance of feeling away from it all while being a short drive to the city. Kari was very communicative and supportive. And we had a great time meeting the herd of goats/sheep as well.
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Alexander O.
5 months on Hipcamp
Spent three nights here at the Playhouse to attend graduation ceremonies at WWU. Perfect location close to campus yet a peaceful and quiet place to relax. Everything nice and warm with heater running despite a windstorm blowing through. Petting the goats/sheep was great entertainment to make it memorable. Will stay here again whenever in B ham!
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David G.
11 reviews
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· November 2024
Cozy cabin ! Like the peace of country side. Many great hiking trails within 20 minutes from location.
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Fabian V.
8 months on Hipcamp
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· October 2024
This is my third time staying here. The perfect basecamp for anything in the Bellingham area! So quiet and peaceful. Very accessible to town, yet quiet solitude. Had a great night's sleep. Cabin is spotless. Everytime while coming and going was able to enjoy the goats/sheep. Bumped into Kari this time and had a wonderful conversation. Very personable and accommodating. Coming back in Dec.
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David G.
11 reviews
Quiet, easy commute from Bellingham; clean and cozy with perfectly serviceable amenities. Of note for potential guests: this loft cabin has what we affectionately termed "the staircase of death"...essentially a ladder with slippery round wooden dowels (painful to bare feet) up to a loft space with a low ceiling and awkward flooring. If you have any mobility/flexibility issues whatsoever, consider the other property "The Office" which is lighter and brighter and one level. Additionally, the electrical is a little bit janky with various extension cords and 'creativity". All this aside, it's a great little getaway, perhaps on the higher end of the price point for what you get, but still an enjoyable space or home base while exploring Mt. Baker.
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Karen T.
7 reviews
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· September 2024
I've stayed on this property before but in the other cabin. Both sites incredibly clean. Incredibly quiet. Incredibly peaceful. Had a wonderful time hanging out with the goats. Coming back in three weeks.
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David G.
11 reviews
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· September 2024
Kari's place is great and in such a beautiful area, it was the perfect stop on our trip. We appreciated all of the amenities in the tiny home and Kari was extremely communicative throughout the stay. We also loved spending time with the goats and sheep!
Dillon K.
8 months on Hipcamp
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· August 2024
Beautiful location! The sauna is amazing, recommend!
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Anais M.
3 reviews
My friends and I had an amazing time at Kari's property. We had biked from Seattle to Bellingham (as part of RSVP) and were looking for a place to relax and recuperate for the night. We rented both cabins on the site, enjoyed the very hot sauna, warm showers, kitchen, and cute goats. It was a colder night and the heaters + wood stove helped us stay warm. Everything was very well laid out for a comfortable stay. Wish we could have stayed longer to enjoy everything!
Meganne M.
2 reviews
Such a peaceful, beautiful spot so close to town. A relaxing setting whether strolling along side goats, listening to chickens nearby or rain thrumming on the roof. To be tucked into such a cozy cabin and yet only a short drive to downtown Bellingham seems to be the best of both worlds.
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David G.
11 reviews
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· August 2024
Kari’s spot is a delight and a total steal - we only got to stay one night but are already looking to come back. A great location for exploring Bellingham and having some slow summer mornings.
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Christie T.
3 years on Hipcamp
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· August 2024
10/10 would stay here again! Kari was a wonderful host - swift and helpful communication, clean and quality amenities, quiet and private set up, well cared for land, and obvious love and thoughtfulness in the cabin’s details (the essential oils!). I feel so grateful to have been able to stay here especially within a budget. I can’t thank you enough! My favorite things about my stay were: the quiet and privacy, the outdoor shower, the dark skies, and the chicken friends. Thank you for sharing this sacred land and cabin - nothing was missing.
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Natalie H.
10 months on Hipcamp
this was the sweetest house and beautiful land. we enjoyed the hot shower, outside swing, and saying hello to the goats and sheep! host was extremely communicative and gave us recommendations for local restaurants as well!
Tara E.
3 reviews
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· July 2024
Kari’s place was exactly what my girls and I were hoping for - cozy, pastoral, very well appointed.
Kari was very helpful and accommodating - we never wanted to leave!
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Kirstin E.
3 years on Hipcamp
Quiet, tucked away, and yet close to the amenities of Bellingham. Perfect for a weekend away!
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Meg B.
2 reviews
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· July 2024
What a lovely spot. We didn't have enough time to explore much but enjoyed the comfy bed and quiet space.
Becca B.
5 reviews
Gorgeous and relaxing. Very sweet and thoughtful host, we will definitely be back!
Leah M.
18 reviews
I loved staying at Kari's tiny house, "The Office". It has everything you could need, plus goats right outside your window! They even have goat feed on the shelf to feed them, they are so cute. The land is open and so green, with a nice little walking path and a bunch of hidden swings around. All around, a great spot to relax and enjoy a nice quiet time, plus, super close to Whatcom Lake!
Hannah S.
4 reviews
NO HOT WATER / NO LIGHTS
HOT WATER ONLY WORKS IF YOU TELL THE OWNER TO TURN IT ON and she won't respond to messages at night so plan on taking a shower the following day from arrival.🫤🤦🏻♂️
LIGHTS IN THE OUT DOOR SHOWER DON'T EXIST, so don't plan on showering or pooping/peeing unless you are comfortable doing that in the dark, she does provide a dinky little Chinese battery pod light that puts out about 2lum so bring your own lights if you need better than 2 lum and want to see anything in there😒
Also, some weird bird in the area that wouldn't shut up, and shrieks every few minutes all night long.😳
I grew up in the sticks literally pooping in the woods if we were any distance from thw hours and used Kerosene lamps, so roughing it isn't an issue for me.......when I'm no paying for it, literally only reason I rented was to be able to take a hot shower after a long day of training for a race in Bellingham and didn't get that......went to bed filthy, sweaty and smelly.
When i brought up the issues to Kari she apparently didn't think that was her responsibility to provide in a timely manner AS ADVERTISED and offered only a sorry..🤷🏻♂️
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Lucas H.
10 months on Hipcamp
My wife and I had a great time at the Office Cabin. Kari was a responsive host and very accommodating. The cabin was cozy, had plenty of the basics like bed, electricity, sink, compost toilet and shower. We even met the friendly goats and sheep and were able to feed them! The location is a few minutes away from the Whatcom Lake and downtown Bellingham. We would definitely recommend and would return!
Noel J.
2 reviews
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· July 2024
I loved staying at Kari’s Playhouse. It’s the perfect spot and has everything you need. We are definitely making this our new get away spot when we want to visit Canada or head to North Cascades. It’s also located near some local hikes and Lakes. We look forward to staying again. Thanks Kari !
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Dan S.
10 months on Hipcamp
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· June 2024
Such a relaxing place to stay! The cabin felt woodsy and secluded, but we were just minutes from town; the perfect combination. And there's no topping fresh eggs. :)
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Ashley W.
11 months on Hipcamp
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· June 2024
Exactly as advertised, all furnishings are in tip-top condition and amazing views.
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Eric D.
11 months on Hipcamp
The Playhouse cabin is perfect for a peaceful getaway. It's simple yet has everything you needs, is surrounded by deer and bird song, and has a calm and welcoming vibe. I highly recommend the cabin. Kari was a wonderfully welcoming host. I definitely plan to come back for another stay!
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Heather R.
2 reviews
Location
Bellingham, Whatcom, Washington, United StatesTo respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking
Hosted by Kari G.
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