Mount Baker Highway (Route 542)
Visitor Services

Service	Description	Service	Description
	Fees A NW Forest Pass is required to park at trailheads.		Camping Silver Lake Park in Whatcom County offers tent, camper, and RV sites as well as cabin rentals. It is located on Silver Lake Road and... [more]
	Food Groceries and supplies are available in the Foothills; visitors can shop at many stores in Nugent's Corner, Deming, Kendall, Maple Falls and Glacier.		Gasoline Gas available in Nugents Corner, Deming, Kendall, and Maple Falls (last station).
	Information Information and public restrooms available at the Mount Baker Foothills Chamber of Commerce Visitors Center, located in Maple Falls at... [more]		Lodging There are several lodging facilities available in Deming, Maple Falls, and Glacier, one of which is the Glacier Creek Lodge, located on the Mount Baker Highway.
	Phone Public phones are available along this byway.		Restrooms There are public restrooms at the Mount Baker Foothills Chamber of Commerce Visitors Center.
	Retail Stop in Bellingham to pick up supplies for the road.

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Special Considerations

The nearest gas station is in Maple Falls if you're traveling the byway from the west end. Make sure you have enough gas before you drive the byway.

Restrictions

No campfires in the Mt. Baker Rec. Area. No motorized vehicles in wilderness areas.

Seasons

Best Time to Drive

The byway is open for travel in all seasons.

Fall

The wild variety of autumn reds, golds and yellows make the fall season an enjoyable drive.

High Season

Summer and winter offer the most options for travelers.

Spring

With the new spring foliage, this season is especially beautiful.

Summer

Take the chance to enjoy swimming, boating, and hiking in the summer.

Winter

Many winter activities are offered along the byway, such as snowshoeing and skiing. The byway is maintained for winter driving conditions when needed. Check with local authorities for up-to-date information on travel conditions.

Road Conditions

To find up to date information about the road conditions along Mount Baker Highway (Route 542), please visit the FHWA listing of web sites for more information.

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