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Watson Lakes Trailhead

Concrete, Washington · Whatcom County · Facility

Provides access to: Anderson-Watson Lakes Trail 611 which accesses Noisy-Diobsud Wilderness.

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5-Day Forecast

Weather at Watson Lakes Trailhead

Live forecast for the park. Plan your visit accordingly.

Avg High58°F
Avg Low42°F
Peak Rain Chance9%
Humidity71%
UV (avg)4
Today
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Overcast
52°/43°
💧 9%🌬 8mph
↑ 7:07 AM ↓ 6:42 PM
Sat
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Overcast
60°/43°
🌬 6mph
↑ 7:09 AM ↓ 6:40 PM
Sun
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Overcast
67°/45°
🌬 6mph
↑ 7:10 AM ↓ 6:38 PM
Mon
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Light Drizzle
58°/42°
💧 1%🌬 6mph
↑ 7:12 AM ↓ 6:36 PM
Tue
🌫
Fog
54°/38°
💧 3%🌬 5mph
↑ 7:13 AM ↓ 6:34 PM

Forecast data © Open-Meteo. Refreshed every 6 hours. Always check the most recent forecast before heading out.

About Watson Lakes Trailhead

Provides access to: Anderson-Watson Lakes Trail 611 which accesses Noisy-Diobsud Wilderness.

How to Get There

From the Mt. Baker Ranger District office in Sedro-Woolley, WA follow State Route 20 east for 16 miles to milepost 82. Turn left (north) on the Baker Lake Highway (Forest Service road 11). Continue for 14 miles to the Baker Dam Road and turn right. Drive past the Puget Sound Energy Kulshan Campground and across the Upper Baker Dam. After crossing the dam, turn left on Forest Service road 1107. Follow Forest Service road 1107 for 8 miles. Turn left on Forest Service road 1107022. The trailhead and parking area are located on the right.

Driving directions (Google Maps) →

Plan Your Visit to Watson Lakes Trailhead

Heading to Watson Lakes Trailhead? A few things to know before you go:

  • Reservations: popular sites fill up fast — check Recreation.gov 6 months in advance
  • Fees: day-use and camping fees vary; check current rates on the official park page
  • Trash & pack-out: follow Leave No Trace principles
  • Wildlife: store food in bear boxes where provided; never feed wildlife
  • Weather: the 5-day forecast above is updated every 6 hours; verify just before you go

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need a reservation for Watson Lakes Trailhead?

No central reservation system listed for Watson Lakes Trailhead. Check the official page (https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/235382) for the latest entry policy and availability.

How do I get to Watson Lakes Trailhead?

From the Mt. Baker Ranger District office in Sedro-Woolley, WA follow State Route 20 east for 16 miles to milepost 82. Turn left (north) on the Baker Lake Highway (Forest Service road 11). Continue for 14 miles to the Baker Dam Road and turn right. Drive past the Puget Sound Energy Kulshan Campground and across the Upper Baker Dam. After crossing the dam, turn left on Forest Service road 1107. Fol…