Helen Lake Campground

Views are great. Many waterfalls. Tons of wildflowers. The campsite area itself is lacking compared to the others. It did have hang poles for food. The "toilet" is outdoor next to the food area so no privacy from other campers/day hikers. My campsite had a marmot living in it that was not shy and would try to steal things constantly. It's quite windy here due to the open area and lack of shade. The trail leading from Elizabeth is a bit overgrown. There were 2 bears along the trail leading here so be cautious of surroundings. It's a remote area that didn't see many hikers when I was there.

Quite possibly the most beautiful place on earth for a backpacker. Visit during the summer months and you'll have a glacier lake begging for you to jump in. While it is at the end of a canyon, you are surrounded by trees, glaciers, and the sound of rushing water. Highly recommend for any backcountry camper.

A little bit out of the way, this campsite isn't very well protected by trees from the elements. Since is sits below a glacier, it's often windy. The trail is overgrown in places. There is a makeshift bridge that allows access without fording the outflow of Helen lake. There are only two sites. It was a good site, and a beautiful setting but a little too remote being at the end of a dead end valley, and you can tell is infrequently used.