191 campgrounds · Check availability for any dates.
Big Creek Campground provides tent and RV camping options for pet owners, located just minutes from Mount Rainier National Park's entrance. This pet-friendly Forest Service campground features 29 spacious, well-separated sites situated along a creek that dogs can access for cooling off during hot weather. Campers with pets appreciate the privacy between sites and proximity to hiking trails surrounding the campground, including a 1.8-mile flat trail that encircles the area. Each site includes a picnic table and fire ring with BBQ grate. The campground operates seasonally from mid-May through mid-September with pit toilets that are regularly maintained, though no showers or hookups are available. Vault toilets remain clean despite being primitive facilities. Dog-friendly campgrounds near Ashford, Washington are listed with photos and user reviews on The Dyrt.
Sahara Creek DNR Horse Camp offers free camping with a Washington Discover Pass just 15 minutes from Mount Rainier's entrance. Dogs can enjoy the ADA-accessible level trail for walks while sharing space respectfully with equestrian campers. The campground features large, shaded sites and a picnic shelter with closable sides for inclement weather. While most sites are designated for horse camping, several accommodate tent camping with pets. Campers should note this is primitive camping without water or trash service, so visitors must pack everything out. The vault toilets are well-maintained, though some campers mention occasional noise from a nearby shooting range. Mounthaven Resort provides an alternative for pet owners seeking more amenities, with clean cedar bathrooms, showers, and both tent and RV sites available close to the national park entrance.
"This is a great place to stay, clean, creek access, tons of space for dogs to play in the field, nice little trail access from the field next to the campground."
"We stayed at site #10 it is a fantastic pull through site super close to the creek(if you want to be real close check out site #3). Super dog friendly and nice big sites."
from $25 - $40 / night
Check Availability"They were also very dog friendly, they had a pet post outside the bathrooms and poop bags available."
"It's about an hours drive from Paradise, which makes it less ideal than Cougar Rock if that's your destination, but the reservations do not fill up nearly as quickly."
from $25 - $42 / night
Check Availability"I chose to stayed here because of its location. It’s close to the entrance into Rainier NP and there’s plenty of Amazing hikes nearby. I camped alone (I’m a female) and I felt safe."
"Located a short distance from Mt Rainier NP, this is the perfect springboard for any NP adventure or chillax getaway."
from $25 - $45 / night
Check Availability"Lots of trails to hike, pet friendly, and the river is a sight to see. Beautiful."
"Great location, so close to the park entrance. An hour or so away from Paradise Inn and Sunrise Lodge. Hiked Silver Falls Trail which was right across from our campsite (E10)."
from $20 / night
Check Availability"And there’s a gas station 5 minutes down the road in Ashford where you can buy one. Very shady and quiet, not crowded at all."
"An ADA trail is level for walking the dog.
Shooting range is close by, doesn’t bother me but it’s pretty noisy."
from $30 / night
Check Availability"We found an awesome walk in spot a little bit earlier on on the forest road before these actual coordinates."
"Got here around sunset. Looks like some good camping spots to walk into. Beautiful view of Rainier. There was a little bit of traffic but nothing crazy. Would stay here again."
"I've been coming here since I was a little kid and it's still one of my favorite campgrounds (with leashed pets allowed)."
"The scenery is gorgeous and is conviently located by Packwood. Massive trees and campground is pet friendly. Also reservations are welcome."
from $27 - $115 / night
Check Availability"Close to park entrance"
"We stayed here with friends from Colorado and explored the park and did some great hiking outside of the park. It’s a small mostly quiet campground with around 17 sites and 10 cabins."
"Drove in with no expectations, but the view of the lake is beautiful. Only one other person in the whole camp at this time of the year so it was quiet."
"Small campground with around 25 spots. Highly recommend if going to mount Rainier"
"Absolutely beautiful campground in Washington state nestled into the woods between Randall and Morton on the Cowlitz River. 4 loops to choose from. 2 with electric and water, 2 geared to tent or dry trailer"
"Very quiet campground with lots of walking trails and activities. Good place for families - the water is walking distance and seems to provide good fishing opportunities."
LegendReally cute camp spot and play area!! Pet friendly and dog park! Went here on our trip to Tacoma north of the city. Very nice beach and area!! There's also a light house to check out while you are here!
GuideViews of Adams, Helens, Hood, Jefferson. Highest camp in Washington. Nice solar toilets. The hike up is quite difficult.
GuideThis is my new favorite spot to camp in Washington. The spaces are well distributed, the location right next to the river is beautiful and the site staff were extremely gracious. I’d strongly recommend picking a number between 2 and 10 as those are the closest sights to the river if you’re looking to enjoy the sounds of the water. There is also a full bathroom at around the mid 20s if you’d prefer a functional toilet system.
GuideThe Mayfield Lake is the main attraction. Be sure to visit the day use area across the road for lake access with swimming, picnic, and a dog park on the water.
Very good privacy for the standard campsite loop. Standard campsites are either pull through or back in.
There's a trail around the edge of the lake in campsite loop. Find the point, you wont be disappointed.
TravelerComfortable peaceful if it had wifi it would be perfect. The dog park is a wonderful addition.
TravelerGreat campground right before Olympic national park. Facilities are amazing and great dog park! Host was very friendly and took great care of us.
GuideI love Seaquest for their beautiful campsites and the proximity to a wonderful forest to bathe in. But don't go for the RV sites, which are laid out in a parking lot setting with no real distance from neighbors and not surrounded by trees. Unless that's your jam. It was definitely not ours, tent camping alongside some friends with a trailer who liked nothing more than to hang out at said trailer, and walk through the campground to look at other.. trailers. I don't think they even stepped foot in the 7+ miles of forest trails which is a few steps away. If you can step away from the hookups and get a real campsite off the RV pad, it is a stunning experience. Each site is surrounded by trees, creating privacy and serenity. Another great option is the yurts. We stayed in Yurt 2 (the only pet friendly yurt) and loved it.
For those with RV's, trailers, campers - look into the regular sites because I think some of them even have hookups and can accommodate most sizes. Just steer clear of RV sites T1-T16.
ScoutExcellent location for those with military access to the base - active duty, retired or family. 30/50 amp hookups. Beautiful views of American Lake. Pet friendly.
GuideThis campground has super friendly staff, decent bathrooms and showers, laundry facility, access to a lake, fishing is welcome, swimming allowed, great playground for kids, allows pets, has a small store in the office with some essentials if you forget something. It is about a 1 Hour drive to the entrance of Mount Rainier National Park.
Camping options near Ashford, Washington cluster around the southwest entrance to Mount Rainier National Park at elevations between 1,600-2,200 feet. Summer temperatures typically range from 45-80°F with cooler nights even during peak season. The surrounding forest consists primarily of Douglas fir, western hemlock, and cedar trees that provide natural shade at most established campgrounds.
Hiking accessible trails: Big Creek Campground offers a convenient 1.8-mile flat trail encircling the campground. "We have 2 little ones, so the close proximity to a small creek was great for the kids. Manager of camp was friendly and even entertained my kids Bigfoot questions! Firewood for sale, picnic bench, fire pit, map with hiking trails in the area, all helpful," notes Marcus M. from Big Creek Campground.
Wildlife viewing: La Wis Wis Campground provides opportunities to see local wildlife while camping in old-growth forest. "The big trees, fresh mountain air and awesome river make this one of the best campgrounds we have ever stayed at. Rope swings and places to jump off just down the road. White pass hiking and sledding if there's still snow," shares Shariah T. from La Wis Wis Campground.
Day trips to Paradise: Elkamp Eastcreek serves as an ideal base camp for Mount Rainier exploration. "It would be a great base for exploring the south side of Mt. Rainier as it is within minutes of the Nisquilly entrance. The majority of the campsites were amid tall trees," reports Shannon H. about her experience at Elkamp Eastcreek.
Cedar bathrooms: Mounthaven Resort receives consistent praise for exceptional facilities. "Peaceful, pretty, private, with beautifully clean cedar bathroom/showers and thoughtful touches, like a box of tissues in the laundry and nice-smelling lavender hand soaps provided," writes Phoebe B. about her stay at Mounthaven Resort.
Swimming holes: Rocky Point Campground provides access to Alder Lake. "Dan was such an awesome host. Small campground with around 25 spots. Highly recommend if going to mount Rainier," mentions Jake R. about his experience at Rocky Point Campground.
Privacy between sites: Cowlitz Falls Campground offers well-spaced sites. "Our group stayed in sites A2, A4, A6, and A8. A4 had the most space in within the site for an additional tent, but all were beautiful and well-spaced. With small kids in our group, it was convenient to have the path to the playground right between sites A6 and A8," reports Allyson U. from Cowlitz Falls Campground.
Reservation requirements: Many campgrounds near Mount Rainier require advance reservations, especially during peak season from July through September. "Due to COVID you have to make reservations to stay here," noted Charyl B. about Big Creek Campground.
Limited amenities: Most dog-friendly campgrounds near Ashford offer basic facilities. "It is a shady campground not great for solar. It is a pleasant campground but can be noisy at times as there is a shooting range not too far away," mentions GrandpaMoto B. about Sahara Creek DNR Horse Camp.
Weather preparedness: Temperatures can drop significantly at night even in summer. "Elkamp Eastcreek is certainly one of them. Every square inch is meticulously maintained. The campsites are far enough apart that they feel relatively private, and most appear completely level. Trees abound. Dogs are welcome!" reports William B. about his experience.
Playground access: Cowlitz Falls Campground features play areas for children. "Very quiet campground with lots of walking trails and activities. Good place for families - the water is walking distance and seems to provide good fishing opportunities," notes Corrie C.
Pet-friendly hiking: The Ashford area offers numerous dog-friendly campgrounds and trails. "This was a great spot right by the park for us to crash for the night. We pulled in on a Tuesday night and there were lots of spots open. Great sites with a table and a fire pit. Multiple bathrooms throughout the area as well," shares Brittany S. from Sahara Creek DNR Horse Camp.
River access: Sites near water provide natural entertainment for kids. "The campsites are pretty close to one another, but several have river access. Toilets are nonflushing, pit-style, but are kept pretty clean. Many sites are reservable while many are first come, first served," explains Stacie H. about La Wis Wis Campground.
Site selection: Choose campgrounds with adequate space for larger vehicles. "Loop A & D have utilities for camping with the water Spicket and drains in each loop. Nice, clean bathrooms with showers in every loop. Boat ramp and dump station available for campers," reports Angela S. about Cowlitz Falls Campground.
RV length considerations: Some campgrounds have limited space for larger RVs. "We camped one night passing through here. Arrived just before dark and left in the morning. Very spacious sites in the forest," notes Kim G. about Cowlitz Falls Campground.
Hookup availability: Many campgrounds offer partial hookups. "We had one of the best spots with access to the stream. Another great example of a great National Forest Campground," states Bobby B. about Big Creek Campground.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is the most popular dog-friendly campsite near Ashford, WA?
According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular dog-friendly campground near Ashford, WA is Elkamp Eastcreek with a 4.9-star rating from 37 reviews.
What is the best site to find dog-friendly camping near Ashford, WA?
TheDyrt.com has all 191 dog-friendly camping locations near Ashford, WA, with real photos and reviews from campers.
Keep Exploring
