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Birch Bay State Park Campground welcomes pets throughout its wooded campsites and beachfront areas. Campers can bring dogs to both tent and RV sites with hookups, and the park maintains clean facilities with easy beach access. Thousand Trails Birch Bay and Beachside RV Park also accommodate pets with dedicated areas for dog walking. Lynden-Bellingham KOA provides year-round pet-friendly accommodations including cabins where dogs can stay with their owners. All campgrounds require pets to be leashed when outside vehicles or tents, typically with a 6-foot maximum leash length. Most campgrounds limit pets to two per site, though some allow three with prior approval. Bathrooms at most locations are regularly cleaned, making longer stays with pets comfortable and convenient. The ice cream truck that makes daily rounds through Birch Bay State Park is a favorite among families camping with dogs.
Trails connecting camping areas to Birch Bay's shoreline provide excellent walking opportunities for leashed dogs. The shallow, warm waters of Birch Bay are ideal for pets who enjoy swimming, though owners should check for seasonal restrictions as some beaches limit dog access during peak summer months. Pet waste stations are available throughout most campgrounds, with strict policies requiring immediate cleanup. During summer weekends, campsites fill quickly with families and pets, creating a social atmosphere where dogs often meet each other during evening walks. Nearby Birch Bay village offers pet supply stores and veterinary services within a 10-minute drive of most campgrounds. The wooded nature of Birch Bay State Park provides natural shade for pets during hot weather, while also offering protection from rain during spring and fall camping seasons. Some RV sites lack sufficient space between neighbors, making it important for pet owners to choose sites that provide adequate room for dogs to rest outside.
"This was our first trip in a new trailer, and the park is close to home for us, so perfect for our maiden voyage. Shaded sites, some hookup (water/electric), but most unserviced."
"Beautiful campground located right next to the bay awesome walking distance from our site to the bay and not too noisy either! Would definitely stay again perfect for small children as well!"
from $12 - $113 / night
Check Availability"Lynden KOA was the perfect nearby campground. Tent sites in the back are rather dusty (no grass)… but then again we’re camping so who cares. Grassy sites are around the pond and book up quickly."
"Lots of places to walk my dogs."
from $60 - $120 / night
Check Availability"Larrabee State Park is a publicly owned recreation area located on Samish Bay, six miles (10 km) south of the city of Bellingham, Washington."
"It's only a few miles from town, so you could head in there for a day away from the forest/beach, or you could hike one of the many trails leading to scenic views."
from $12 - $70 / night
Check Availability"Our nephews came to visit and enjoyed the pool and small nature trails around camp. There is a lot to do around town all within biking distance. We paddle boarding in the bays!!"
"Nice place, friendly staff best Thousand Trails so far."
"We were able to see some Canadian family in Blaine, while the border was closed, and stay nearby. Great area with Birch Bay just across the street."
"Lots of places to walk and bike to. Kayaking? That, too, of course."
"Lisa gave us a tour and let our children pet/feed the cows, goat, and pig. The kids loved it!!"
"It is located on a working farm. There were chickens, cows, calves, a heron (I think it was nesting near the driveway), a raspberry field, a garden and even a cat wandering around. "
from $35 - $65 / night
Check Availability"Everyone’s so nice, good dog park, pool, and friendly staff. Little mini mart on site."
"There are several back in spots around the perimeter with a bit more room (length). There are spaces with sufficient width for tip outs and those without."
"Close to water. Close to beach. Lots of hiking trails good for all ages. ADA friendly and pets allowed while on leashes."
"If you look at the map, you can pick some spots with privacy (tent and rv spots) Great trails in the area. For training, hiking, or just casual walking; you can do all of the above."
from $12 - $167 / night
Check Availability"It was cute, tucked away in the trees."
"There is a beautiful hike along the ridge to the edges of the island. Because it's so remote and accessed by boat only it keeps the crowds down."
from $70 / night
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ScoutGood little RV park, within walking distance of a dog park, children's park and public bathrooms which is nice. Only downside is that there is not septic at the spots which for $40 a night I would think that they would, but the water is clean and overall the whole lot is nicely kept up with and clean.
ScoutEveryone’s so nice, good dog park, pool, and friendly staff. Little mini mart on site.
TravelerThe campground itself is very clean, you can tell the owners take pride it in. The showers are warm, not as hot as I’d like but very very nice! The dog park is gravel, so that was a bummer. The hot tub, indoor pool, and and gym are closed for the season. Not sure how those are seasonal. Overall it’s clean and quiet.
ScoutWon't let me give zero stars. So I donated$200 plus, and stayed long enough to drive phase 1 and phase 2 loops, and then left and drove 1 hour and 1/2 home. RED FLAG: First, they take reservations but do not reserve a spot for you; rv spots are first come first serve. RED FLAG: No specific photos of RV SITES on website. All roads are gravel. Phase 1 are all straight back in and not angled. You literally butt against the rv directly behind with maybe 12 inches separating you. The slidouts were literally inches away from neighbors. The only thing green were the weeds around the power and water poles. Phase 1 was bascially a refugee camp. The rv pads were weeds, grass, and some gravel. This area is not maintained at all. Phase two was full, with no trees. Grass dead. Nothing green except weeds. Sites were big and wide. It's was dreary and sad. There were two other RV'S circling and appeared to as shocked as us. I've seen better dog parks. I called my friend who wanted a review after our stay as he had a reservation in September. Needless to say he cancelled his reservation. The beach is not walking distance I would never consider this park ever and plan on leaving this review anywhere I can. The photos in other reviews here look nothing like what I saw today.
RangerThe service… At first, over the phone, the worker here seemed very nice but upon arrival, this campground was very off-putting. I’m not a big fan of anyone walking into my campsite even if they think they are being helpful. But this worker followed us into the site and immediately told us our rig was too far forward… we hadn’t even cut the truck off yet. And proceeded to talk to us while we were just trying to get settled. Just really weird vibes.
About this site itself…. TIGHT. No room on either side. No privacy. No place for pets to go even though it advertises that there is a pet area. This morning, after walking to the back of the campground where the worker told us we could take our dog when we checked in, he told us that we couldn’t let our dog walk in that grassy area. We were like, there is literally nowhere else to take the dog. It’s entirely surrounded by business and the airport.
We kept to ourselves and got a refund for the final booked night so we could just leave. The worker was really not thrilled about that request and was pretty rude about it.
The only reason we give it two stars is for the location. You can’t get any closer to Bellingham which is absolutely awesome.
RangerGreat spot for an Overnighter on the road through quaint Sedro-Woolley WA, this spot contains amenities for all, along with RV parking and a handful of tent lots. If you care to go swimming it has easy access directly to the lake with a primitive boat launch meant for smaller, canoe-like, vessels. Clean Restrooms, no showers, but they have a stage and performances during the summer months and two Parks, meant for all ages! Surrounding areas to explore include a Dog Park just across the way, and a spooky hike among abandoned buildings which were once part of Northern State Mental facility. Be sure to take in the Train display at the Town’s enterance and have a great trip!
ScoutAffordable stay $25 @7/2020. Closing at end of month for renovations.
Well kept large quiet park. Great dg waking areas; including a dog park. Some sites with trees for shade. Hookups work. Free city dump station within a mile; easy to access. 2 clean bathrooms; no shower. Manager on site. Gate locked by 10pm. Access through older well kept neighborhoods. Grocery store on main road. Lorenzo-s was closed due to COVID; we ate their 10 years ago; mighty good rellanoes. Gave it 4 as one toilet with very slow flush! Perhaps renovations will solve that problem. Perhaps showers will be included; they could charge more.
TravelerStayed here for a long weekend. Great location. Nice walking trails and beach access. Staff was extremely friendly and helpful. Pet friendly cabins is an extra bonus!
GuideI rented a long term space here for over 2 years while working in Washington. Price was by far the best around. It's a very good sized place with spaces to accommodate even the largest trailers. Even when full there's room to maneuver.Full hookups, wifi, bathrooms, shower, laundry room, swimming pool. Has seperate parking for boats, utility trailers etc. Lots of big trees around for a fair amount of shade. Is pet friendly. Manager lady is very nice. Has a separate non power section for tents or dry camping. It's not the fanciest but for the price is great.
Camping options around Blaine include several family-friendly locations within 30 miles of the Canadian border. The maritime climate keeps summer temperatures moderate, typically between 65-75°F during peak season. Winter camping remains available at several campgrounds despite the region's 42 inches of annual rainfall, primarily concentrated between November and March.
Shellfish harvesting access: Birch Bay State Park Campground offers excellent clamming and crabbing opportunities. "This has to be one of my all time favorite places for Shell Fishing and Crabbing! Dont forget your Shellfish license and hit those beaches at low tide, because dinner is going to be delicious!" notes reviewer Dani H.
Lake activities: Lynden-Bellingham KOA provides on-site water recreation. "Great Amenities…. Swimming pool, mini golf, arcade games, paddle boats. Lots of trees and shade!" reports Renee R. The campground sits on a small pond that serves as a focal point for family activities.
Wildlife viewing: Larrabee State Park Campground offers natural encounters alongside Puget Sound. One camper warns about "some nosy raccoon residents who feel very comfortable coming right up to camp to investigate your food situation." The park provides trails through coastal forest with water access.
Farm experiences: Oostema Farmstead allows campers to interact with farm animals. "Lisa gave us a tour and let our children pet/feed the cows, goat, and pig. The kids loved it!!" shares Christina B. The working farm includes berry fields and vegetable gardens available to campers.
Beach access: Camping near Blaine provides multiple shoreline options. "We set up camp and had our dinner on the beach to watch an incredible sunset!" writes Maggie M. about her stay at Birch Bay State Park Campground. The shallow waters warm up considerably during summer months.
Fresh food options: Oostema Farmstead offers campers unique farm-to-tent dining opportunities. "I opted to pay $3 to fill a basket from the garden and my yield included tomatoes, carrots, peppers, and fresh herbs," reports Lee D. The farm also sells meat from their grass-fed cattle.
Amenities for families: The Cedars RV Resort maintains clean facilities. "Great set up for a small park with small sites. There are trees between every camp spot to add privacy. Best part is that the restrooms are clean and the showers are free," notes Toni J. The resort includes a swimming pool and on-site store.
Pet-friendly camping near Blaine: Many campgrounds welcome dogs with designated areas. At Thousand Trails Birch Bay, Katie B. found "Phase 2 has a lot more room to spread out and it's nice. But the most surprising was the very nice bathrooms!" The campground has remained consistently welcoming to pets of all sizes.
Traffic noise: Some waterfront campgrounds have unexpected sound issues. At Larrabee State Park Campground, campers report "a train that runs right by the campground and it is loud!" The tracks run directly through the camping area with trains passing throughout the night.
Site spacing: Many campgrounds near Blaine have limited separation between sites. "It's a very good sized place with spaces to accommodate even the largest trailers. Even when full there's room to maneuver," explains Lance C. about Hidden Village RV Park & Campground. Different loops often provide varying levels of privacy.
Reservation requirements: Most pet-friendly camping near Blaine requires advance booking. Deception Pass State Park Campground notes "the reservation system is super easy to use" according to Erica G. State parks typically open reservations 9 months in advance.
Island camping access: For those willing to travel slightly further, Midway Campground on Orcas Island offers additional options. "The ferry ride over and back is gonna run you $80 per car," warns Matthew G. Plan ferry reservations well in advance during summer months.
Playground accessibility: Beachside RV Park provides convenient recreation for children within a walkable beach town. Carlos M. reports, "Great area with Birch Bay just across the street. We were fortunate enough to make friends with some of the locals and had a great time in the evening with them." The town allows golf carts, making transportation with kids easier.
Swimming options: Multiple campgrounds offer water activities for children. Deception Pass State Park features "Cranberry Lake has a designated swimming area where the water is super shallow and just perfect for the kiddos," according to Travis D. Many sites include direct trail access to swimming areas.
Camp store conveniences: The Cedars RV Resort maintains supplies on-site. "There is a store and a laundry also on site," notes Toni J. Most campgrounds near Blaine stock basic camping supplies, though prices run higher than town markets.
Weather considerations: Spring and fall camping requires preparation. Leonard H. advises at Deception Pass State Park to "Be prepared for rain." The shoulder seasons offer fewer crowds but more variable conditions, with overnight temperatures sometimes dropping into the 40s.
Site leveling challenges: Some campgrounds have uneven sites requiring equipment. Jason W. warns about Larrabee State Park: "We had site T6 which is full hook up pull through. The site was extremely unlevel front to back so much so my rear stabilizers barely touched the ground." Bring leveling blocks even for sites advertised as level.
Full-timer recommendations: Extended-stay campers find Hidden Village accommodating. "I rented a long term space here for over 2 years while working in Washington. Price was by far the best around," states Lance C. The campground provides separate parking for boats and additional vehicles.
Hookup availability: The region offers diverse utility options across campgrounds. Ben C. notes at Birch Bay State Park: "Dump station at the front of the park. Campsites are gorgeous and relaxing!! Big trees. Lots of foilage. Hiking trails to beach!!" Many parks offer water and electric but not full sewer connections.
Privacy solutions: RVers seeking more separation have limited options. At Oostema Farmstead, Lee D. explains, "The sites are close together with no real privacy between them, but since Glen and Lisa have thought of everything else campers might need, I'm sticking to the 5 stars." Look for end sites or those bordered by trees for more seclusion.
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