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Peace on the Skagit

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· Mount Vernon, Skagit, Washington
5 acres hosted by Stephen / Sharon S.
1 RV/tent site
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Near North Cascades National Park
Within a 60-minute drive from the North Cascades National Park Complex Headquarters and Visitor Information.
Great for groups
Recent Hipcampers say this Hipcamp is great for larger groups.
Family-friendly
Recent Hipcampers say this Hipcamp is great for families and kids.
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100% of recent Hipcampers say this Hipcamp felt private.
Welcome to our little slice of heaven on the banks of the Skagit River!  The spacious Group Camp overlooks the beautiful Skagit River and is located on five riverfront acres adjacent to our family farm of 43 years. In addition to the Group Camp, there are just 3 single campsites on this property. Get ready to watch Canadian geese fly overhead, dip your toes in the warm sand and experience Peace Like a River. Take a walk along miles of dike, launch your kayak in the river, cast your line and fish the glacial river waters, or just soak up the tranquil beauty. The Group Camp features a huge central wood fire pit with cooking grill, and 7 adirondack chairs/2 side tables that overlook the river.  The large custom outdoor kitchen (cold water) is perfect for meal prep and easy clean up. There is also a 3 burner propane stove (propane provided) . Two-8' picnic tables and a 3' X 4' serving/buffet table give plenty of seating for meals.  Just minutes away you can walk to the river on a private trail. During the summer months there is typically a long sandbar. You will find stunning views in every direction with partial shade under towering cottonwoods. For safety purposes, a camp fire is allowed only in the provided fire pit. This site has space for 2 recreational vehicles (20' or less) or up to 3 tents. Current COVID restrictions apply for group size/composition. Our family has great respect for the beauty and power of the river.  Care for safety must be taken on the river edges as they are steep in places, the glacial water is very cold, and it has a strong tidal current and hidden undertows. Life jackets are strongly recommended for any activities on the water and we discourage swimming. We are located just 65 miles north of Seattle and minutes from I-5.  This is your landing spot to explore all of the Skagit Valley, from the San Juan Islands to the Cascade Mountains. You will find epic hiking, biking, foodie destinations and endless opportunities to explore the natural beauty of nearby mountains, lakes and saltwater.Welcome to our little slice of heaven on the banks of the Skagit River!  The spacious Group Camp overlooks the beautiful Skagit River and is located on five riverfront acres adjacent to our family farm of 43 years. In addition to the Group Camp. Get ready to watch Canadian geese fly overhead, dip your toes in the warm sand and experience Peace Like a River. Take a walk along miles of dike, launch your kayak in the river, cast your line and fish the glacial river waters, or just soak up the tranquil beauty. The Group Camp features a huge central wood fire pit with cooking grill, and 7 adirondack chairs/2 side tables that overlook the river.  The large custom outdoor kitchen (cold water) is perfect for meal prep and easy clean up. There is also a 3 burner propane stove (propane provided) . Two-8' picnic tables and a 3' X 4' serving/buffet table give plenty of seating for meals.  Just minutes away you can walk to the river on a private trail. During the summer months there is typically a long sandbar. You will find stunning views in every direction with partial shade under towering cottonwoods. For safety purposes, a camp fire is allowed only in the provided fire pit. This site has space for 2 recreational vehicles (20' or less) or up to 3 tents. Our family has great respect for the beauty and power of the river.  Care for safety must be taken on the river edges as they are steep in places, the glacial water is very cold, and it has a strong tidal current and hidden undertows. Life jackets are strongly recommended for any activities on the water and we discourage swimming. We are located just 65 miles north of Seattle and minutes from I-5.  This is your landing spot to explore all of the Skagit Valley, from the San Juan Islands to the Cascade Mountains. You will find epic hiking, biking, foodie destinations and endless opportunities to explore the natural beauty of nearby mountains, lakes and saltwater.
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Erin H.recommends
September 5, 2023
Peace Like a River Group Camp
Day Camping
As Seattle summer weather would have it, rain was forecasted for the one full day we planned to spend at the site (bookended by overnights and half days), so we opted to use the space for day camping the first day and then play the other days by ear. Although our time was quite short, we so enjoyed our time spent there exploring the river (throwing lines in to try and catch some salmon - was told by locals that sunrise was the best time), swinging on the tree swing, sitting by the fire pit, and playing lawn games. Sharon greeted us with fresh eggs, flowers, fruit and warm hospitality! She was most accommodating and agreeable to any iteration of our plans for coming and going during our reservation period. Sadly, we didn’t go back after the first day, but plan to make reservations for next summer as soon as dates open up! And PS for those interested in these details, horseshoes are provided and the porta-potty that was assigned to our space was actually the cleanest I’ve ever experienced! The kitchen space was outstanding, cooked up fresh oyster po’boys on the stove and Sharon even shared their propane fire burner for use in the fire pit as there was a burn ban in place during our stay. All in all a fantastic time and we’ll most certainly be back!
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Deepak S.recommends
August 25, 2023
Peace Like a River Group Camp
Great weekend getaway. Host is very responsive and goes extra mile for the guests. We will come back.
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Kelsey M.recommends
August 6, 2023
Peace Like a River Group Camp
Beautiful and very well appointed group camp site. We loved the views of the river, the luxurious prep kitchen, big fire pit equipped to cook, and provided chairs and tables. Stephen & Sharon also put out local flowers and gifted us farm eggs upon arrival. We had several toddlers and were up and away from the water which felt safe. The sand bar was pretty muddy, but hose was available for rinsing off. Overall lovely weekend and highly recommend for a group.
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Ben B.recommends
July 31, 2023
Peace Like a River Group Camp
Peaceful and Welcoming
This is a beautiful location next to the river. The site is a large meadow with tall cottonwoods stretching high up into the sky. The group site was well stocked with seating, a big campfire, two picnic tables, a hose, and fantastic outdoor kitchen. It's perfect for a large group or any size looking for comforts while camping. The host was kind and generous. I arrived to find two vases of flowers and some farm fresh eggs. Very accommodating! The location is easy and close to some great stuff. The Snow Goose Produce stand is maybe 10 minutes away. I went to Craft Island to watch the sunset, which was a great local spot on Skagit Bay. Overall, I definitely recommend!
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Amanda S.recommends
July 2, 2023
Peace Like a River
Peace like a River is a great spot to camp with friends. Stephen and Sharon thought of so many welcoming touches with flowers and farm fresh eggs. The group campsite has everything you need to prepare great meals and eat together. Kids and adults loved the tree swing and hanging on the beach by the river. Our group of families has been twice now and hope to continue the tradition of camping at Peace like a River.
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Marcella W.recommends
August 15, 2022
Peace Like a River Group Camp
Love this place!
Beautiful, quiet, private and well maintained piece of land along the Skagit River. The hosts are thoughtful and knowledgeable. We love it here! The outdoor kitchen makes meals so fun and easy.
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Mount Vernon, Skagit, Washington, United StatesTraditional, ancestral territory of Cayuse, Umatilla and Walla Walla, sqaǰətabš (Upper Skagit), and saʔqʷəbixʷ-suyaƛ̕bixʷ (Sauk Suiattle) First Nations according to To respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking
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Hosted by Stephen / Sharon S.Joined in August 2020
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