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Waterfall Camp. Index

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102 reviews
· Gold Bar, Snohomish, Washington
1 acre hosted by Benoit C.
1 RV/tent site
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Welcome to Waterfall Camp where you'll enjoy a breathtaking and unique view of the "sunset Waterfall" located on the South Fork Skykomish River in Index WA , in the western foothills of the Cascade Mountains, off of Highway 2. find more pictures on Instagram @waterfall_camp This land used to be the property of the local market owner. From there you have a pristine and unique view of the sunset falls, where The Dept of Fish and Game built a fish ladder. You might spot some wildlife including eagles, deers and salmon during the Fall. Don't forget your camera, binoculars and camping chairs to take in the awesome views. Local places to hike include Wallace Falls, Sunset Falls, Lake Serene, Bridal Veil Falls trail ( literally 5 minutes away from us), or maybe you like rock climbing, white water rafting, kayaking or fishing. All are available if you drive to Index; located just minutes away. Located at the very end of a private community area (you will need the code) , this place offers a very peaceful setting, including the rushing and relaxing sound of the waterfall and the occasional whistle of a train. Approximately 55 miles east of Seattle and 25 miles west of Steven's Pass. We welcome, tents and camper vans, small to medium groups of campers.Welcome to Waterfall Camp where you'll enjoy a breathtaking and unique view of the "sunset Waterfall" located on the South Fork Skykomish River in Index WA , in the western foothills of the Cascade Mountains, off of Highway 2. A medium-sized and private setup, with shared access to the river water and breathtaking mountain views, this is a wonderful getaway to kick back and relax after your day of adventures, or just to escape the city rush for a day or 2.  The campsite is easily accessible but an SUV or AWD vehicle is recommended under snow conditions, the camp has a couple of trees to navigate around to access the best spots.  Multiple firepits, 4 wood chairs, toilets, and 2 picnic tables are available.  There is no running water or electricity. Be sure to bring your tent, firewood, and plenty of water.  You might spot some wildlife including eagles, deers and salmon during the Fall. Don't forget your camera, binoculars and camping chairs to take in the awesome views. Local places to hike include Wallace Falls, Sunset Falls, Lake Serene, Bridal Veil Falls trail ( literally 5 minutes away from us), or maybe you like rock climbing, white water rafting, kayaking or fishing. All are available if you drive to Index; located just minutes away.  Located at the very end of a private community area (you will need the code) , this place offers a very peaceful setting, including the rushing and relaxing sound of the waterfall and the occasional whistle of a train.. . Approximately 55 miles east of Seattle and 25 miles west of Steven's Pass. We welcome, tents and campervans, small to medium groups of campers.
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96% Recommend126 ratings · 102 reviews
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Taylor D.
4 years on Hipcamp
Recommends
· April 2025
Could not love this place more!
Tent · With pets ·
Waterfall camp
We had an absolutely perfect time here! You truly cannot beat the views and the sounds of the river and waterfall in the distance. We already want plan a visit back!!
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Jade G.
2 months on Hipcamp
Recommends
· April 2025
Tent · Group trip ·
Waterfall camp
Beautiful spot, perfect location. Would highly recommend!
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Tony S.
1 year on Hipcamp
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· March 2025
Wonderful Wilderness Waterfall
This spot is more of a communal campground than one site. There are at least 4 places to set up a tent (including a dedicated tent platform) depending on the number of cars and how you park. There are 2 fire pits, a propane grill and lots of seating options. I camped solo but I'm anxious to come back with a few friends to share the generous space. Of course the standout feature is the waterfall. While you aren't at the water's edge, the elevated site is a great vantage point for the mountains and wilderness. The host has made great use of the location by building out little pathways to cozy seating areas in the hillside. And although there is an adjacent neighbor, the entire site felt very private. Another great feature is the location. There are so many nearby hikes of all levels. And having civilization nearby is a great backup plan in case you forgot something or want to explore the local towns. It's clear Benoit has worked hard to make this a unique space that adds some comforts to primitive camping. I highly recommend it and will be back soon.
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Verity C.
11 months on Hipcamp
Recommends
· October 2024
Camping with the best view
We loved car camping on Benoit’s land, the view of the waterfall is breathtaking. The directions to find the campsite were very clear. We specifically love this campsite because it’s not too far away from civilization but you also still feel secluded. You even occasionally hear the train go by which is cool. There’s a trail that leads to the bottom of the waterfall area and that was definitely the highlight of the weekend. The bathroom area is a really nice feature as well . We can’t wait to come back in the summer.
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Rebecca B.
3 reviews
Recommends
· September 2024
Great spot!
5 m car ·
Waterfall camp
This is a great spot to get away for the weekend. The site is quite spacious (& could easily accommodate 2-3 tents) and felt pretty private. It is in a private community, but we rarely heard or saw other people while in camp. The trains passing by were surprisingly loud but relatively infrequent and didn’t detract from our experience. The solar lights throughout camp, deck to set the tent on, picnic tables, propane grill, and Adirondack chairs were all great touches. Over our stay (9/6-9/8) only one port potty was on site, not two like others had mentioned, that did not appear to have been serviced in quite some time based on the service record/condition which was a bummer but really the only ‘negative’ of our stay. There is access down to the river from the road near the site, which I wish would have been better communicated prior to arrival as we didn’t discover that access until the last day. The on property trail (that the owner mentioned in previous review responses is their project/under construction) didn’t feel quite doable with our dogs. We did still enjoy the river view from site & spent a day on the river via the Big Eddy Public Access about 15 minutes drive from camp. Overall, this is a beautiful place to stay & we are looking forward to coming back in the future with a small group.
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Deb L.
11 months on Hipcamp
Recommends
· August 2024
Paradise at Waterfall Camp!
4 m campervan ·
Waterfall camp
We absolutely loved Waterfall Camp. The hosts are friendly and accommodating, and the site itself is beautiful and private, with lots of small touches (well-placed and CLEAN double outhouse facilities, solar lights around the site to light the pathways at night, hammock hooks already installed and ready to use, plus two picnic tables that came in very handy, to name a few). But the magic of Waterfall Camp is found in the surrounding forest and the river and waterfall below, where you can explore the vast beach and take a swim or soak up the rays - something for everyone. We loved hearing and seeing the trains pass through, which wasn’t too loud at all. We’ll be back as soon as our schedule permits!
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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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Joined in April 2020
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