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Camping options near Blakely Island, Washington include several state parks and marine campgrounds scattered throughout the San Juan Islands. Deception Pass State Park Campground on Whidbey Island provides tent, RV, and cabin camping with beach access and hiking trails. Moran State Park on Orcas Island offers multiple campgrounds including Mountain Lake, Northend, Midway, and Southend, each with varying amenities and proximity to water. Washington Park Campground in Anacortes serves as a convenient mainland option with tent and RV sites. Marine state parks like James Island and Doe Island offer boat-in camping experiences for kayakers and boaters exploring the archipelago.
"When I think of the perfect camping island for a sea kayaker, few could come close to Doe. This tiny island just off the south east side of Orcas Island is simply spectacular," notes one camper. Most campgrounds in the region remain open year-round, though marine access sites require careful planning around tides and currents. Reservations are essential during summer months when the San Juan Islands experience peak visitation. Many campgrounds offer water and electric hookups, while marine sites typically provide only basic amenities like pit toilets. Cell service varies throughout the islands, with better coverage near larger towns. Weather conditions can change rapidly on the water, making marine forecasts important for boat-in campsites.
The San Juan Islands camping experience centers around water access and marine activities. Several visitors highlight the exceptional views as a primary draw. "Beautiful views of Blake Island on one side and Mt. Baker framed on the other. There are hiking trails, beautiful bluffs to view sunrise and sunset," writes one camper about James Island. Campgrounds like Deception Pass offer both freshwater and saltwater experiences, with opportunities for tide pooling, swimming, and wildlife viewing. Noise levels vary significantly by location—mainland sites may experience highway noise or, as one reviewer noted about Deception Pass, "jets from the nearby naval base are super loud." Island campgrounds generally provide more solitude, though sites with water views tend to fill quickly during summer weekends.
"Some trails walking distance from the campsite to gorgeous beaches while others we drove to get to other trails and scenic lookouts. I loved every minute staying there."
"This is one of the most popular locations in Washington State and easy to see why. Both fresh and salt water experiences are within a few steps away with amazing sunsets and breathtaking views."
from $12 - $144 / 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."
"There is a train very close to the campground! It didn't bother us, but some might find that useful. We stayed 1 night here. It was pretty nice."
from $12 - $70 / night
Check Availability"I was able to snag one of the amazing sites on the lake. It sits down from the road and an embankment so there is a level of privacy from the road, but not your neighboring sites."
"It’s right above the main road and a freshwater lake. It’s pretty steep, sprained my ankle right before the trip. They were very helpful at the entrance and gave me a lower site."
from $23 - $46 / night
Check Availability"Washington Park is a nice clean park with 3 loops. 1 loop for non hookups. Most of these sites are on the outside of the campground and provide good privacy."
"The campground is beautiful and well maintained with a dense forest surrounding you. We went in a 25ft motorhome, which fit between the trees well."
from $30 - $37 / night
Check Availability"There are great hikes all around, we walked around the lake and plopped our canoe in right from the site to go explore around."
"Situated on a small peninsula on gorgeous mountain lake. Great fishing and kayaking. Hiking trail right outside you your campsite. Put toilet only, no room for RV’s or campers."
from $35 / night
Check Availability"Beach walks and a county path nearby. There is also a marine center with small aquarium nearby."
"Our spot backed up to beautiful trees and was nicely situated to not feel crowded."
from $12 - $87 / night
Check Availability"Like all of the sites in the Washington Marine Island state park system, this spot has toilets and well maintained sites."
"The majority of the campsites are up a steep hill away from the water and the precious few sites along the water fill up fast (like 6 months in advance)."
from $12 - $70 / night
Check Availability"Lots of the spots have huge forested areas behind them. Was easy walking distance to the lake where you can rent kayaks and paddle boards or lounge on the beach."
"Its tucked away in the woods. There are usually deer in the morning. So be sure to pack away food. The bathrooms are well maintained. It is well worth the hike to the lookout on the mountain."
from $23 - $35 / night
Check Availability"Northend is close to the public beach, which has a sandy swimming area, snack bar, and boat rentals. The site is at a trailhead to walk around Cascade Lake or down to Rosario."
"Decent campsites located right after the entrance to Moran State Park."
from $23 - $46 / night
Check Availability"San Juan Island Washington Is THE Emerald Gem of this state!! If you ever want to find heaven on earth this is it!!"
"The campground location is beautiful. The sites and bathrooms are clean. There aren’t many camping options on the island, so overall it’s a great place to camp."
GuideBeautiful site- ferns, large trees, mossy logs, table, level spot for our 8x8 tent as well as room for the Jeep. Warnings about bears and raccoons. Flush toilets and potable water.
TravelerMy feline and I were looking for a quiet, off the beaten path sanctuary and found it. We chose spot 14 in the nw corner, hidden and along the northern treeline. The road is gravel and took us a minute to roll in and once there, magnificent. There are amenities for horses to play, trails to ride, and corrals at each of the 15 sites. Although we did not have horses, this place was a wonderful spot to rest our road legs for a couple days.
TravelerThis State Park is cozy and directly off Hwy 101. A Camp Host, small trail down to Sequim Bay, giant trees shading the campground, one shower and toilets, garbage, and cozy.
Scout10 out of 15 sites were available on Labor Day weekend Saturday at 4pm. No reservations - it's just show up, put $15 cash in the box, and claim your campsite. Perfectly adequate car camping with a picnic table, fire circle, and access to pit toilets.
you can still hear road noise from the main road, and barking dogs in the morning from a nearby dog sanctuary. Beautiful rhododendron brush covers the space between sites.
GuideFirst, the really bad and frankly, stupid: This park locks down at 10pm, and there is no way to get in. They do a crappy job of alerting you too. It's in some small print, but it needs to be big, bold, and front and center when you make the reservation. We traveled 5+ hours and didn't make it in time and had to sleep in the small parking lot outside the gate. Another kind of dumb policy is the showers - The shower is free, but timed to 5 minutes. It's just short enough that you need to turn it on again to finish. Then you can't turn it off. I understand the purpose, but I'm guessing it wastes more water in the end.
Beyond that, it's generally a nice park. There are a lot of great sites with lots of trees for shade and hammocks. We heard owls and eagles, and the views are fantastic. The spit is cool, but no dogs. One last thing - it's on the bluff, not too far from the water. It can still be breeze and chilly in the summer. It's kind of a bummer when you can't have a fire.
ScoutThe Navy carrier jets train out here, for hours on end, you can’t hear someone next to you speak when they’re overhead, and it’s one after another. To top it off, some dipsh@t did the grand finale flight of the evening, around 11:30 PM, so low over the campground they lit up the inside of the tent.
Without the jets, this would be a great spot. Beautiful scenery, plenty of trails and beaches, well kept, but the constant interruption of any moment of peace makes it worthless unless you’re deaf and don’t mind the ground vibrating routinely when they fly over.
LegendWe were coming off Orcas Island on a later ferry and wanted a “known” place to stay. This is a shared KOA/Thousand Trails site. It is situated amongst large Cedars so sites are pretty dark. Gravel roads and sites. Older bathrooms that don’t seem too clean. KOA amenities like a pool/hot tub, kids playground and dog area. Just feels tired and not too upscale. If it were full it would feel crowded. Updated from 3 to 4 stars. There is a second bathroom building which is much newer and has modern showers and fixtures. It also seemed cleaner.
GuideThe county redid an older CG about 6 years ago (?), and they did a beautiful job throughout. The roads and driveways are all asphalt, the spaces mostly large, and depending on the site, have nice privacy. The bathroom facility is beautifully done.
Maple Creek CG part of the 3 CG park is the best for the rv crowd with water/electricity, and a dump station. There are a number of trails taking walkers to the beach area having lots of grass, boat rentals, and trails connecting to the other two CG’s.
We don’t get cell coverage (Verizon or AT&T), so we now bring the Starlink Mini beginning in 2025.
And we love the beautiful trees, not too dense, allowing sunshine coming in. We used to tent, have a 27’ Airstream nowadays, but this CG is like a beautiful USFS experience.
GuideBehind the small well kept store is the lawned campground for tenters, or RVs. The flat area is well kept grass on the shoreline of Lake Erie and has a dock. New orange tables for each site. Looming across the road is wonderful Mt. Erie and the Anacortes Community Forest Lands with many trails for all levels. Trail maps online, and one can connect to a trail just walking a short bit. Mt Erie has a gorgeous view of the San Juans, Whidbey Island, Olympics, Cascades and eagles flying by. The south face has many rock climbs for all levels, even at least one 5.13! A noted area for newbies trying rock climbing, with someone to assist.
There are basically no trees, but with the grass and sunshine, wonderful. Downtown Anacortes is about 10 minutes away. Scenic Deception Pass to Whidbey Island less than that, or a nearby trail makes a scenic hike to the bridge. A great place to explore so many things.
Camping spots near Blakely Island, Washington span across several islands in the Puget Sound, with ferry access required for most locations. The region experiences mild but wet winters, with summer average temperatures around 70°F and winter lows near 40°F. Sites at most San Juan Island campgrounds require booking 6-9 months in advance for summer weekends, particularly for waterfront locations.
Hiking to panoramic viewpoints: At Moran State Park on Orcas Island, trails lead to some of the highest elevations in the San Juans. "If you follow the road up to Mt. Constitution, there is a lookout tower that resembles a castle. From here you get one of the most spectacular views of the San Juan Islands," notes Rich M. The park offers multiple trail difficulties, from the easy 3-mile lake loop to more challenging summit routes.
Watercraft activities: San Juan County Park provides excellent kayaking opportunities. "We did a sunset kayak tour and advantage was that the tour company met us at the ranger station at the park. We were very lucky as we saw whales!" reports Lee D. The western shore location makes it ideal for whale watching directly from camp.
Beach exploration: Spencer Spit State Park on Lopez Island offers extensive beach access. "The beach is littered with beautiful driftwood and shells and even clams! There are picnic tables down on the spit, so pack a lunch and spend the day down at the beach, or come down in the evening for star watching and s'mores," writes Valerie. The park includes both forest camping and beach camping options.
Lake access sites: Southend Campground at Moran State Park features prized waterfront locations. "Most sites have their own private beach access if you want to keep your own boat on shore or swim with kids, the bathrooms are newer and much nicer, and it is at the trailheads that goes up the mountains to the falls or beyond," explains Beth E. Reservations for these premium sites often fill 6+ months in advance.
Wildlife viewing opportunities: San Juan County Park offers frequent wildlife sightings. "The views of Haro Strait are breath taking and make up for the cramped quarters. Orcas are often seen just off shore before high tide," shares Shari G. The west-facing location also provides sunset views over the water.
Island-specific experiences: Each island offers distinct camping atmospheres. "Lopez island is a slow paced beauty, and this park is a great place to camp while you explore all there is to see!" writes one camper about Spencer Spit State Park. Hitchhiking is common and accepted on Lopez Island, with rental bikes available at many locations.
Ferry logistics: Reaching island campgrounds requires advance planning. "To get to Moran State Park or anywhere on Orcas Island, you need to take a ferry. I had read that you should get a reservation but I ignored it, thinking it would be no problem. Luckily we were the second to last car to get on," explains Sarah S. Ferry costs average $80 round-trip per vehicle during peak season.
Noise considerations: Larrabee State Park on the mainland experiences railroad noise. "Lovely area and views. We visited in the winter, so it was quiet. Downside was the trains barreling through all night. Could barely sleep with earplugs," reports Daryl N. Similarly, Deception Pass sites experience jet noise from Naval Air Station Whidbey Island.
Weather preparedness: Weather conditions change quickly in the San Juans. "We were soaked the entire time - granted we were fully expecting that going in February - for Valentine's Day no less. We brought all the rain gear," shares Kaysha R. about camping at Moran State Park. Summer months offer drier conditions but can still experience rain.
Kid-friendly swimming areas: Northend Campground at Moran State Park provides lake swimming options. "Directly across the street from the day use area with beach, kayak/canoe/SUP rentals, fishing dock, and snack shack. Beach is great for kids - warm (enough) water, sandy bottom, and gradual depth change," notes Stephen R. Rentals typically cost $15-25 per hour.
Playground-equipped campgrounds: Washington Park in Anacortes offers play structures. "We had such a great time at this site. The bathrooms are centrally located between all sites and they have the option for firewood to be delivered to your campsite. There is a park for kids to play and covered bbq shelters," writes Marisa N. The park's 2-mile loop road is safe for beginner cyclists.
Wildlife spotting opportunities: Wildlife encounters are common at many campgrounds. "We got to see an otter at Cascade Lake," shares Josiah P. about Moran State Park. Deer sightings are particularly frequent on Orcas Island, especially around dawn and dusk.
Site leveling challenges: Bay View State Park campsites require leveling equipment. "The campsites themselves are lovely. The campground is very hilly, which can make for a hike to bathrooms in the night. The sites are not level, we wished we carried leveling blocks in our van when we were trying to figure out how to park," advises Chris N. Most sites have 20-30 amp electrical service.
Hookup availability: Deception Pass State Park offers full-service options. "We stayed in RV in site without hook-ups. Fighter jet noise on a Monday morning during our stay. Be prepared for rain," warns Leonard H. RV dump stations are available at most state parks for $5-10 per use, though lines can form during busy checkout periods.
Size restrictions: Island campgrounds have limited capacity for larger vehicles. "Moran State park is gorgeous! Perfect for kayaking and hiking and driving or biking four miles into town for fancy dinners. I have a small (16-ft) all-terrain trailer and Subaru. I would not want to attempt driving here with a big rig. Space is tight!" cautions Wendy about Mountain Lake Campground.
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What camping is available near Blakely Island, WA?
According to TheDyrt.com, Blakely Island, WA offers a wide range of camping options, with 263 campgrounds and RV parks near Blakely Island, WA and 6 free dispersed camping spots.
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According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Blakely Island, WA is Deception Pass State Park Campground with a 4.4-star rating from 114 reviews.
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