Glamping near Bremerton, Washington provides access to Hood Canal's diverse ecosystem where forest meets saltwater at elevations between sea level and 500 feet. The Kitsap Peninsula experiences mild maritime climate with summer temperatures averaging 75°F and winter lows rarely below freezing. Winter glamping options remain available at many sites with full utilities and heated accommodations.
What to do
Shellfish harvesting: At Belfair State Park Campground, visitors can collect oysters and clams during designated seasons. A visitor noted, "Been coming here since I was a little kid. They've done a lot with the common grounds to make it more family-friendly over the years."
Wildlife viewing: Explore the diverse ecosystem with elk sightings common in certain areas. At Dosewallips State Park Campground, you can "see lots of birds, or walk down by the river and see lots of elk and bald eagles," according to one camper.
Beach exploration: Most Hood Canal glamping sites provide tidelands access for marine discovery. "The beach is really nice and nearby and at low tide is so peaceful to take a walk," explains a visitor at Kitsap Memorial State Park.
Hiking: Trail systems connect directly to many luxury camping locations. A camper at Dosewallips noted, "There are several hiking trail loops but the most appropriate for us was the beach trail which is maybe 2 miles to the beach and back."
What campers like
Privacy options: Some luxury tent sites offer more seclusion than others. At Dash Point State Park Campground, one visitor praised "how spread apart the sites were, I think they could have fit another in between each of them!"
Waterfront access: Many glamping sites feature direct water access. A camper at Mike's Beach Resort shared, "If you like oysters and clams, this place is perfect. It's not fancy, tent sites don't have privacy between them. However, we had a blast here."
Diverse accommodation types: Options range from luxury canvas tents to cabin structures. At Dosewallips, a visitor who stayed in a platform tent mentioned, "While it's quite basic it gave an amazing nature experience. The tent was much nicer than we expected and had a good amount of space."
Clean facilities: Most luxury camping sites maintain high standards. A visitor at Kitsap Memorial State Park stated, "Hot showers and bathrooms are clean," which provides comfort during extended stays.
What you should know
Site selection matters: Research specific sites within glamping areas. At Dosewallips, one camper advised, "Do not choose a site by the cabins or field, you will be disappointed. Choose a large site by the river!"
Seasonal considerations: Weather patterns affect glamping experience. "We stayed here to see Olympic National Park, (I wouldn't recommend this location to travel to Olympic every day, it was very far)," noted a visitor at Dosewallips.
Reservation requirements: Most luxury sites require advance booking. "We went from Sunday to Tuesday to avoid the crowd and actually get a decent campsite," shared one camper about Dosewallips.
Noise levels: Some glamping locations have more ambient noise than others. At Saltwater State Park Campground, a camper reported, "Commercial jets landing at Sea-Tac fly directly above us at a low altitude and are VERY loud and VERY frequent (every 3-5 minutes)."
Tips for camping with families
Playground access: Several glamping locations include play structures. At Fay Bainbridge Park, visitors appreciate the "pirate ship playground for children" which provides entertainment without leaving camp.
Open spaces for activities: Look for sites with communal recreation areas. A Dosewallips visitor mentioned their campsite was "right next to a state park. It's also very close to a river and lots of woods."
Beach-friendly sites: Choose locations with gentle water access. "The campsite was clean. The hook ups were easy. Quiet. Very respectful neighbors. Dog friendly as long as they are leashed," noted a visitor at Belfair State Park.
Activity options: Select locations with diverse recreation. One camper at Dosewallips shared, "I've been coming to this state park for as long as I can remember. There's so many activities to do; clamming, shrimping, hiking, hunting for oysters, and there's even places to rent kayaks."
Tips from RVers
Site dimensions: Research exact specifications before booking. At Kitsap Memorial, a visitor cautioned, "The spots with hookups are REALLY close together though. This was our first time in a hookup spot so we were a bit surprised how close we were to our neighbors."
Utilities availability: Water pressure varies between locations. At Kitsap Memorial, one RVer noted, "Water pressure is low, averaging just over 20psi."
Parking configurations: Some sites have challenging approaches. "RV sites 1, 2, 4, 9, and 11 will be easier to back in to. The other full hook up sites are 90° approaches," advised an experienced camper at Kitsap Memorial.
Winter access: Many luxury glamping sites remain open year-round. A winter visitor to Belfair State Park described it as "often our first or last trip of the year, due to its proximity to the greater Seattle area."
