Shady Camp
North Cascades · Washington
Shady Camp is one of the permitted entry points in North Cascades on recreation.gov. Permit Ranger watches this pass around the clock and alerts you the moment a sold-out date opens up.
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.
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 Shady 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 Shady 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 Shady Camp?
We are still collecting demand data for this pass.
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
- Bridge Creek Group Camp - 1 mi away
- Bridge Creek Stock Camp - 1 mi away
- Park Creek Camp - 2 mi away
- Heaton Stock Camp - 3 mi away
- North Fork Camp - 3 mi away
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