Olympic National Forest encompasses Coho Campground, a US Forest Service facility positioned 35 miles from the nearest highway along Wynoochee Lake. The campground sits at the Wynoochee Dam, where 46 pull-through and back-in sites spread across two loops, plus 10 walk-in tent sites and several yurts with lake views. Sites feature large picnic tables, fire rings, and paved drives that can accommodate multiple vehicles, though maneuvering larger RVs requires careful attention to narrow roads and scattered boulders.
"No one seems to have heard of this place, but ugh, I love it here," notes Amelia A.. The forested setting provides privacy between sites, with old growth trees creating substantial shade throughout the campground. Birds and squirrels are common residents. Flush toilets remain clean and well-maintained, with hand soap and paper towels typically available, plus electrical outlets for charging devices. No cell service reaches the area, and dense tree cover blocks satellite internet connections.
Wynoochee Lake offers swimming, fishing, and boating opportunities directly from the campground. A boat launch provides water access, while the 16-mile lakeshore trail passes behind waterfront sites. Powerboat activity during the day generates some noise, but evenings tend toward quiet. Summer brings abundant huckleberries and thimbleberries along trails. Mosquitoes can be numerous during warmer months.
Half the sites operate on a first-come, first-served basis, while the other half accepts reservations. Prime lakefront sites 29, 31, 33, 34, 35, and 36 sit on bluffs overlooking the water. The campground empties significantly on Sundays and remains less crowded during weekdays. Campers must bring all supplies, as no stores or gas stations exist along the access road. The camp host sells firewood and ice. For additional options, see camping near Olympic National Forest.
Description
Overview
Coho Campground is situated on the west shore of Wynoochee Lake, part of the emerald paradise that is Olympic National Forest. Evergreen conifers and hardwoods provide a beautiful wooded setting.
Recreation
Recreational opportunities abound, including picnicking, swimming, hiking, boating, hunting and fishing, all possible within the area. The Working Forest Nature Trail, an accessible trail beginning inside the campground, is a 1/2-mile interpretive journey into how the natural resources are hard at work providing opportunities and commodities for the American public.
Facilities
The campground offers 44 standard campsites that will accommodate tents, trailers and RVs up to 36' in length. Two group sites will accommodate up to 16 people each. There are nine walk-in tent camping units, one of which will accommodate 12 people. Three yurts are also available for reservation with each accommodating a maximum of six people and two vehicles. There is a short walk of 300-500 feet to reach each yurt. Yurt sites #57 and #58 do not allow additional tents, trailers, or RV camping. Yurt site #50 will accommodate an additional tent. The yurts are non-smoking units . Coho has flush toilets, drinking water and trash collection, as well as picnic tables, campfire rings and a paved road. Trails and a boat ramp are also available. An RV dump station is located just outside the campground on Forest Road 2294.
Natural Features
Olympic National Forest is located on the Olympic Peninsula in the northwest corner of Washington State, known as the Evergreen State. The Olympic Peninsula is an unique geographic province consisting of five major landscapes: temperate rain forest, rugged mountain terrain, large lowland lakes, cascading rivers and saltwater beaches. Here the flora and fauna provide interest beyond the imagination.
Nearby Attractions
Scenic Spoon Creek Falls and Wynoochee Falls are both accessed by short trails nearby. The 16-mile Wynoochee Lake Shore Trail circles the entire lake and is open to mountain bikes. At the nearby Wynoochee Dam, visitors can enjoy exhibits at the vista overlook and a dramatic view of the river gorge just below the dam. Swimming and picnicking facilities are available at the dam.
RV Road Trip Guides
Location
Public CampgroundCoho Campground is located in Washington
Directions
From Route 12 via Montesano: Turn north on Wynoochee Valley Road, 1 mile west of Montesano. Drive 35 miles on Wynoochee Valley Road and Forest Road 22 to a major intersection. Turn left to stay on FR-22. Drive a short distance and turn right on Forest Road 2294. Drive 1 mile to the campground.
Address
Hood Canal Ranger District, PO Box 280
Quilcene, WA 98376
Coordinates
47.390403 N
123.604732 W
Connectivity
- T-MobileNo Coverage
- VerizonNo Coverage
- AT&TNo Coverage
Connectivity
- T-MobileNo Coverage
- VerizonNo Coverage
- AT&TNo Coverage
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
- Boat-InSites accessible by watercraft.
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Group
- Yurts
Features
For Campers
- Trash
- Picnic Table
- Firewood Available
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- Drinking Water
- Toilets
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Sanitary Dump
- Water Hookups
- Pull-Through Sites
- Big Rig Friendly
Contact
General Info
Reservations
Drive Time
- 2 hrs 14 min from Olympia, WA
- 2 hrs 40 min from Bremerton, WA
- 3 hrs 6 min from Longview, WA
- 3 hrs 9 min from Seattle, WA





































