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Earth Biscuit Skykomish Campground

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· Skykomish, King, Washington · 56 acres
Hosted by Mark C.
7 RV/tent sites
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THE MUSHROOMS ARE IN...BRING YOUR BUCKET! Earth Biscuits is a private camp ground for the “Inner Earth Biscuit “in all of us. Earth Biscuits is a sanctuary and a place to enjoy nature Located in Skykomish Washington, a small town 15 minutes from the Stevens Pass Ski Resort and the Pacific Crest Trail. We have 53 acres of a southern facing hill side that runs along the Henry M. Jackson, Wild Sky Wilderness within the Mt. Baker National Forest. We have seven sites for camping. All sites have a fire ring, a table of some sort and a barrel of water for dousing your campfire. All sites have a deck for setting up on. We give each party a clean camping toilet and privacy tent. All campers are welcome to hike up to the cliffs for viewing. The road going into the property is flat and level; however, we reclaimed an old logging road and it takes a jeep or 4-wheel drive truck type vehicle (Subaru makes it all day long for some reason) to get past the switchback as it heads up to the cliffs and camping spots 1-3. Bring binoculars. Be advised that it takes an able-bodied person to get to the top as the trail going to the cliffs is rough. We are laying some ropes but count on your own ability, not the ropes. We have not put in electric hook ups, water, sewage disposal, therefore your rig needs to be self-contained. We offer a clean and sanitary camping toilet for each party. Works well and easy to use. If panning for minerals is your thing there are a couple of seasonal creeks. The property is walking distance to 3 local eateries, a laundromat , a tavern, coffee shop, outfitter, fishing guides, convenience store/gas station. Skykomish is a train community and sports a train park which offers free miniature train rides May thru October. Fun for the kids of all ages. Keep in mind that as a train community there will be trains that rumble through the valley at night. If that bothers you bring ear plugs. There are numerous hiking trails in the area as well as several rivers in the area. The Foss, Beckler, Skykomish and several pristine alpine lakes. Biscuits come to the area for a wide variety of outdoor recreational opportunities including skiing, snow shoeing, rafting, mushroom hunting, rock climbing, quad tours, gold panning, bird watching, fishing, mountain biking, mountain rescue instruction or just unplugging from the world below and simply chilling. Pets are welcome however the property is located within the town limits of Skykomish and there is a leash law and you don’t want rover to chase wildlife into the mountains or across the highway and be lost forever. It happens. This area is rich with history from “The Olden Days”. The longest train tunnel in the western hemisphere was constructed through/under these mountains in the early 1900s after the nation’s worst train disaster, an avalanche, took 96 souls. Wellington (site of the disaster) is a short drive, is worth seeing and is wheel chair accessible. Two books written about this, both excellent reads. The White Cascade and Vis Major. During the time of tunnel construction between the logging and rail/tunnel workers there were some 20,000 living and prospering in the Skykomish Valley. They were a hearty rough-and-tumble crowd. Thursday through Sunday there is a museum and art gallery in town. Also, there is abundant wildlife in the area including bear, deer, cougar, bobcat, porcupine, etc. In the event you’re fool hearty, NOT diligent, (lazy) and you leave food items out, that will serve as a chow call for the bears. FULL DISCLOSURE: There hasn’t been a bear attack in a very long time up here, and don’t think you're the bear whisperer because you’re not. That title belongs to Father Earth Biscuit. His ghost wanders the woods at night. I observed him playing poker recently late at night with the Sasquatch and bear that lives in these woods. The bear lost and was angry and was departing the area hoping to find a tasty human but found a nice nest of grubs instead and so he forgot about his people hunt. Unfortunately, just as my camera was ready to take video of the whole affair my battery went dead. I needed to get out of there anyway as to that point I had not been detected by them. But they are there! We biscuits find that bears are people too and they are just trying to fill their calorie needs and they like cheese burgers and chips of any kind with their beer. Don’t leave out the food items. IT WOULD BE A PROVOCATION ON YOUR PART! Enuf said. Hunting/ shooting is strictly forbidden. All state fire restrictions are adhered to. No Rock climbing the cliffs unless you’re an instructor level climber and can show credentials We have planned this as a FAMILY CAMP GROUND therefore, illegal substance users should look for another place. Your rig must be in good condition. No old 1900s models that clutter city streets down below. I hope you understand our intent here. Be advised that Length of stay is limited.Earth Biscuits is a private camp ground for the “Inner Earth Biscuit “in all of us. Earth Biscuits is a sanctuary and a place to enjoy nature Located in Skykomish Washington, a small town 15 minutes from the Stevens Pass Ski Resort and the Pacific Crest Trail.  We have 53 acres of a southern facing hill side that runs along the Henry M. Jackson, Wild Sky Wilderness, Mt. Baker National Forest. Tent camping can be accommodated almost anywhere on the property. There is about 5 acres that can accommodate a pickup with a camper or van but we’re not ready for a long trailer, motorhome or fifth wheel yet. Next year perhaps. The road going into the property is flat and level; however, we reclaimed an old logging road and it would take a jeep or 4-wheel drive truck type vehicle to get past the switchback as it heads up to the cliffs; a great spot for viewing the town/valley below. Bring binoculars. Be advised that it takes an able- bodied person as the trail going to the cliffs is rough. I hope someday to change that. I have not put in electric hook ups, water, sewage disposal, therefore your rig needs to be self-contained. There are a few campsites with a picnic table, fire ring and rain barrel for dousing your fire before retiring. If panning for minerals is your thing there is a couple of seasonal creeks. The property is walking distance to 4 local eateries, a laundry mat, a tavern, coffee shop, outfitter, fishing guides, convenience store/gas station. Skykomish is a train community and sports a train park which offers free miniature train rides May thru October. Fun for the kids of all ages.  Keep in mind that as a train community there will be trains that rumble through the valley at night. If that bothers you bring ear plugs. There are numerous hiking trails in the area as well as several rivers in the area. The Foss, Buckler, Skykomish and several pristine alpine lakes. Biscuits come to the area for a wide variety of outdoor recreational opportunities including skiing, snow shoeing, rafting, mushroom hunting, rock climbing, quad tours, gold panning, bird watching, fishing, mountain rescue instruction or just unplugging from the world below and simply chilling.   Pets are welcome however the property is located within the town limits of Skykomish and there is a leash law and you don’t want Bowser to chase wildlife into the mountains or across the highway and be lost forever. It happens.   This area is rich with history from “The Olden Days”. The longest train tunnel in the western hemisphere was constructed through/under these mountains in the early 1900s after the nation’s worst train disaster, an avalanche, took 96 souls. Wellington (site of the disaster) is a short drive, is worth seeing and is wheel chair accessible. Two books written about this, both excellent reads. The White Cascade and Vis Major. During the time of tunnel construction between the logging and rail/tunnel workers there were some 20,000 living and prospering in the Skykomish Valley. They were a hearty rough and tumble crowd.   On weekends there is a museum and art gallery in town. Also, there is abundant wildlife in the area including Bear, Deer, Cougar, Bobcat, etc. In the event you’re fool hearty, NOT diligent, (lazy) and you leave food items out, that will serve as a chow call for the bears. FULL DISCLOSURE: There hasn’t been a bear attack in a very long time up here, and don’t think you’re the bear whisperer because you’re not.  Don’t leave out the cheese burgers and brownies. IT WOULD BE A PROVACTION ON YOUR PART! Enuf said.   Hunting/ shooting is strictly forbidden. All state fire restrictions are adhered to. No Rock climbing the cliffs unless you’re an instructor level climber and can show credentials I have planned this as a FAMILY CAMP GROUND therefore, any illegal drug use is prohibited. Your rig must be in good condition. No old 1900s models that clutter city streets down below. I hope you understand my intent here. Be advised that Length of stay is limited.
RV details
Travel trailers, Toy haulers, Pop-up campers, Class B RVs, Campervans, and Cars allowed
Vehicles under 24 feet allowed
Pull-in site
Accommodates slideouts
Surface type: Loose Gravel
Surface levelness: Flat
No Fifth wheels, Class A RVs, and Class C RVs
No electrical hookup
No water hookup
No sewage hookup
No TV hookup
Generators not allowed
What to expect
RV/tent site
Camping area selected or assigned upon arrival.
10 guests max per site
Campfires allowed
Toilet available
Flush toilet
Pets allowed
Bins available
Trash bin
Picnic table present
No potable water
Bring your own water
No showers
Bathe in river or stream
Cooking equipment absent
No wifi
Laundry absent
Hot Tub absent
No playground

Things to know

Getting there
Check in: After 2:00 PM
Check out: Before 12:00 PM
On arrival: Meet with Host
Cancellation policy: Flexible
Minimum nights: 1 night
Accepts bookings: 12 months out
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No wheelchair access
Max 2 vehicles
2WD accessible
for going higher on the hillside a 4 WD
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134 ratings · 108 reviews
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Lauren M.
3 reviews
Recommends
· October 2024
Worth another visit for sure!
20 ft campervan · With pets
Mark has beautiful property with private campsites. There is some highway noise, but it didn’t bother us. I would love to go back and explore it more.
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Brenda W.
22 reviews
Recommends
· September 2024
19 ft campervan · With pets
We loved the experience on Mark’s land. He is a fantastic host and very accommodating. Thanks for a wonderful time!
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Mara R.
1 year on Hipcamp
Recommends
· September 2024
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Tent · With pets
Beautiful location close to Skykomish! We enjoyed our time and would stay again.
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Austin B.
5 months on Hipcamp
Recommends
· September 2024
Tent · With pets
Mark was a great host and the views at the top of his land are amazing, the road to the top is a bit narrow and could leave some pinstripes on your vehicle from the brush. Would recommend if you’re looking for a place to camp with some great views
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Amber O.
3 reviews
Recommends
· September 2024
Tent
This campsite was awesome. We had the second farthest site which has an amazing view of the town. Marc was so kind and explained everything we needed to know. We spent two days here. There were platforms for tents, a restroom tucked away from the camp, and even a large barrel full of water to ensure we could properly put out our fire. It really was such a great spot. I'm so thankful I was able to experience it. Definitely had a lot of fun taking the truck up the subtle lane forest service road. He wasn't exaggerating when he said you Definitely need 4wd.
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Josh G.
5 reviews
Recommends
· August 2024
Good views of town below!
16 ft car
Great site! Secluded spots up top at the end of the trail. 4WD/AWD for certain at the furthest point. Mark was a great host and came up to meet me at the site. Great experience and views of the small town below. Good info on bulletin board at entrance. Interesting history of the camp area. Enjoyed my stay for sure.
Location
Skykomish, King, Washington, United StatesTraditional, ancestral territory of Cayuse, Umatilla and Walla Walla, dxʷlilap (Tulalip), and Skykomish 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 Mark C.

Joined in September 2021
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