Auburn is an ideal place for camping adventures of all kinds. Aside from great camping spots, you'll find hiking and many more outdoor experiences. Thinking of traveling with kids? You're in luck—Auburn is surrounded by family-friendly activities. Ready to plan your adventure? Check out our campgrounds near Auburn and user-submitted reviews.
$20 / night
""Firstly, I just have to say what a positive and amazing experience I had at this campground. The volunteers were friendly, kind and absolutely awesome to interact with."
"The campground itself is tucked into a beautiful, forested area with plenty of trees and privacy between sites. Ours had a tent pad, fire ring, and picnic table."
$20 / night
"There is good system of trails, tons of picnic tables along the river, and good river access to the Green rivers.
Campground is well maintained, clean bathrooms and showers available."
"It's close proximity to our house allows us to hook up the trailer after work and include a Friday night in our camping weekend!"
$40 / night
"Game Farm Wilderness Campground, open year-round, offers a unique opportunity to experience nature within the Auburn city limits."
"Just like building and exploring in Minecraft for PC, you can craft your perfect outdoor adventure here, surrounded by nature, and enjoy endless fun and exploration."
$60 / night
"My family stayed here for a night when we went out to Washington a few months ago. It was a nice little place."
"Pay showers ($1 for 3 minutes) and clean restroom with air dryer, pet friendly, lots of trails to hike and a beautiful beach area with a playground, seasonal/weekend snack shop, outdoor shower by the beach"
$40 - $60 / night
"Convenient drive to Mt Rainier and Summit lake trail as well. Definitely worth every penny! "
"Convenient location near Mt. Rainier."
"If you can look past the rundown bathrooms and strict rules about dogs and everything else you’re doing then you can appreciate the beauty of Lake Sawyer every morning."
$57 - $104 / night
"Close by stores, trails, parks, harbor. Tacoma across bridge (10 minutes - $6.25 toll)."
"Costco, Home Depot, Albertsons and other shopping close by."
$35 - $45 / night
"There are several dump stations nearby. Very quiet and low key. It is situated next to a H.S. stadium so the game nights get a little bit loud but really not that bad. Showers are available too."
"All with picnic tables but you will be sitting right next to your neighbors if you choose the sites in middle section of park. No view of Rainier but views r very nearby."
"Excellent 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."
"It is in the wilderness, on the lake, but it is also fairly close to stores and gas stations. Long term max is 28 days per spot."
GuideUsing during a PCS while waiting for a home offer. Nice facilities and decent size sites. Lots of kids on the roadways. Starlink works at some sites
ScoutAfter a long drive from the San Francisco area, I arrived in Seattle during rush-hour. I was exhausted. The young woman who checked me in was annoyed that I didn’t follow instructions and stop in front of the stop sign. She provided directions to the bus depot when I asked, but with no warmth. I did not feel welcome.
RV park is basically a paved parking lot. It is not level. Vehicles are packed in tight. I could not open the back of my camper van without feeling like I was in my neighbor’s space. One of my neighbors ran a loud AC overnight. I needed earplugs. Some sites had picnic tables. Mine did not. There were no trees, no shade. It’s not very attractive.
On the other hand, there are stores nearby, I could walk to the bus depot and take the bus downtown for the day. The bathrooms and showers were clean. Same with the laundry room ( which I did not use.)
This RV park met my needs but I do not think I would stay there again.
GuideThis was our very first Hipcamp stay, and it completely blew us away. We were a bit skeptical at first, but the glowing reviews convinced us to give it a try—and we’re so glad we did. On a road trip from Mount Rainier to Olympic National Park, we made a stop here mainly because our kids (ages 9 and 11) are capybara-obsessed. What we found was so much more than we imagined.
From the moment we arrived, we felt like part of the family. Kat and Jason were the most welcoming hosts, and the connection we felt to the animals was incredibly special—this was nothing like a typical petting zoo. We gathered eggs, milked goats, fed a porcupine and capybaras, cuddled baby bunnies, met a joey in a pouch, hung out with emus, and even snuggled with goats. It was truly immersive and heartwarming.
The campsite itself was private, peaceful, and perfectly set up—complete with a fire pit and a hammock that our son loved.
Leaving was the hardest part (there were definitely tears). My kids are already counting down the days until we can come back. Huge thanks to Kat and Jason for making us feel so welcome and creating memories our family will cherish forever.
Favorite animals: Muriel and Eustace, Spice and Selma, Potato the cat, Tilda the porcupine, Mushu the goat, and Scooter the wallaby!
TravelerYou cannot beat this location! Close to Seattle, feels secluded, but you can walk or take a short drive to restaurants, groceries, anything you could want or need. The staff is amazing and the park and facilities are kept clean. The laundry machines ($2 washer/$2 dryer) get the job done, with no need to keep feeding the machine. They can fill propane on site. Just an incredible place. They also have a small storage lot that can accommodate short storage. I camped, stored my camper while I went on a cruise, camped and then headed out for the remainder of an around the country journey. I will definitely stay here again and would highly recommend.
ScoutWe loved this spot! Beautiful location, close to the mountain, clean, and the port-a-potty’s were a great perk. The two pads are great if you have a bigger group.
ScoutOur family loves staying in private camp sites. With little kids you really can’t beat it! Paradise Pines was exactly what we were looking for. It’s quiet and private while being so close to Rainier! We loved our time here and can’t wait to come back next year!
ScoutFacilities were good and trails around are fun and easy enough for me and 2 kids. The beach and its tides are why we came.
ScoutMy wife and I loved staying here for our trip to Rainier! It made it super easy getting into the park.
We loved the quiet nature of the site. Even though there’s a few cabins, it felt really private and peaceful. The site was clean, and the wildlife (deer) that wandered through every morning was delightful.
There is also a cool entrance to the river. Which was so peaceful and private! It was wonderful!
ScoutWe just stayed here about a week ago and it was a great time. Convenient that it is so close to the entrance of Mount Rainier NP made for a few easy trips to come back and forth in between hikes. Our dogs loved it and having 2 tent pads was super nice for our big group.
Camping near Auburn, WA, offers a mix of beautiful scenery and fun activities for everyone. Whether you're looking for a family-friendly spot or a quiet getaway, there are plenty of campgrounds to choose from.
Camping near Auburn, WA, has something for everyone, whether you're in a tent, RV, or cabin. Enjoy the great outdoors!
Frequently Asked Questions
According to TheDyrt.com, Auburn, WA offers a wide range of camping options, with 264 campgrounds and RV parks near Auburn, WA and 36 free dispersed camping spots.
According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Auburn, WA is Dash Point State Park Campground with a 3.9-star rating from 71 reviews.
According to TheDyrt.com, there are 36 free dispersed camping spots near Auburn, WA.
According to TheDyrt.com, there are 14 parks near Auburn, WA that allow camping, notably Bankhead National Forest and Chugach National Forest.
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