Rainbow Point Boat Camp
North Cascades · Washington
Rainbow Point Boat Camp is one of the permitted entry points in North Cascades on recreation.gov. The daily quota is 2 people/day, and dates can sell out ahead of the season. Its current demand score is 57/100. Permit Ranger watches this pass around the clock and alerts you the moment a sold-out date opens up.
Quota
2 people/day
When permits are released
The whole May 15 – October 10 peak season goes on sale at once in late April (2026: April 29) at 7:00 AM Pacific, after the March early-access lottery. Cancellations reopen camps all summer. Outside the peak season permits are walk-up/self-registration only.
Demand
Moderate demand (57/100)
Dogs
Dogs are not allowed in this area.
Popular trails nearby
- Cascade Pass and Sahale Arm Trail - 4.9 on AllTrails
- Copper Ridge Trail To Copper Lake - 4.9 on AllTrails
- Desolation Peak Trail via Ross Lake - 4.9 on AllTrails
- Cascade Pass Trail to Park Creek Camp - 4.9 on AllTrails
- Eldorado Peak via Eldorado Basin Trail - 4.8 on AllTrails
Frequently asked questions
When do Rainbow Point Boat Camp permits open?
The whole May 15 – October 10 peak season goes on sale at once in late April (2026: April 29) at 7:00 AM Pacific, after the March early-access lottery. Cancellations reopen camps all summer. Outside the peak season permits are walk-up/self-registration only. Check the recreation.gov page for the exact on-sale details for your dates.
What if my dates are sold out?
Cancellations happen all season as plans change. Add Rainbow Point Boat Camp to a trip window on Permit Ranger and you get an instant alert the moment a date you need opens back up.
How competitive is Rainbow Point Boat Camp?
The live demand score is 57/100. Odds of catching an opening are moderate - popular dates sell out.
Does Permit Ranger book the permit for me?
No. Permit Ranger never books on your behalf. When a watched date opens, you get an alert with a direct link so you can book it yourself on recreation.gov.
Nearby passes
- May Creek Stock Camp - 1 mi away
- May Creek Boat Camp - 1 mi away
- Big Beaver Boat Camp - 2 mi away
- Big Beaver Boat Group Camp - 2 mi away
- McMillan Boat Camp - 2 mi away
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