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Ericsons Bay — Olympic National Park

Paddlers seeking boat-in camping on Lake Ozette will find Ericsons Bay accessible only by watercraft, with launches available from the Swan Bay boat ramp. This National Park Service campground features a wide beach that accommodates easy landings, with designated campsites located in the woods behind the shoreline. Dogs are prohibited at this wilderness location.

The campground can experience crowding during peak periods like Labor Day weekend, when campers transport substantial gear loads across the water. For those exploring campgrounds near Olympic National Park, nearby Ozette Campground — Olympic National Park offers drive-in access just over two miles north. Wilderness camping permits are required and reservations are available through the National Park Service.

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Ericsons Bay — Olympic National Park is located in Washington

Coordinates

48.12134206 N
124.66116975 W

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Connectivity

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Some Coverage
AT&T
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Access

Boat-In
Sites accessible by watercraft.

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Features

For Campers

Reservable
Toilets
Alcohol
Fires

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Reservations

+13605653100

Drive Time

4 hrs 7 min from Bremerton, WA
4 hrs 57 min from Olympia, WA
4 hrs 59 min from Mount Vernon, WA
5 hrs 16 min from Bellingham, WA

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Thomas B.

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Reviewed Sep. 8, 2020

Remote yet crowded

We stopped at this boat-only campground for lunch on a triangle paddle of Lake Ozette. It’s a nice wide beach that makes for easy landings. On Labor Day weekend we could not get the required wilderness camping permit, and actually glad we didn’t. Even though it’s boat-in only, it seemed a little crowded. People had brought boatloads of people and gear over from the Swan Bay boat ramp, plus a dog, which I don’t think is allowed. The campsites are in the woods behind the beach. If we camp on the lake again we will go for one of the islands.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I participate in the Local Guide Program while camping at Unknown Campground?

Ericsons Bay campground in Olympic National Park doesn't directly participate in a Local Guide Program. As a boat-in only wilderness campground on Lake Ozette, activities focus primarily on paddling and wilderness experiences. For educational or interpretive programs, check with Olympic National Park's visitor centers before your trip, as they may offer ranger-led activities in other areas of the park. Remember that wilderness permits are required for camping at Ericsons Bay, and these should be obtained in advance.

Are fires allowed at Ericsons Bay — Olympic National Park?

Yes, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, fires are allowed at Ericsons Bay — Olympic National Park, although make sure to check current fire restrictions in the area.

Is there cell phone reception at Ericsons Bay — Olympic National Park?

According to campers on TheDyrt.com, there is no coverage for AT&T, no coverage for T-Mobile, and some coverage for Verizon.

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