Motorhome and RV sites near Bremerton, Washington range from urban parks to waterfront locations on Hood Canal. The region receives approximately 40-50 inches of rainfall annually, with most precipitation occurring between October and April. Many campgrounds in this area operate with extended seasons, allowing RV camping through the winter months when temperatures typically remain above freezing.
What to do
Beachcombing at Hood Canal: Visit Mike's Beach Resort where "if you like oysters and clams, this place is perfect" according to one camper who noted the area is "family friendly" despite tent sites lacking privacy between them.
Urban exploring from Bothell: Lake Pleasant RV Park serves as an excellent base for Seattle adventures. "It was only about 30 minutes to downtown, but almost felt like you were out in the country," writes one visitor who appreciated the park's duck pond and playground amenities.
Hiking nearby trails: Campers staying at Sun Outdoors Gig Harbor can access walking paths within minutes. "If you're looking for some extra miles, the walk/run to the Samammish River trail and/or Burke Gilman trail is less than 2 miles down the road," notes a reviewer who enjoyed the added workout options.
What campers like
Well-maintained facilities: Tall Chief Campground receives consistent praise for its upkeep. "Bathrooms are usually found to be immaculate. The main bathrooms have a great 'spa' feeling to their design and make you feel like you are glamping," according to one frequent visitor.
Affordable laundry services: Many parks offer reasonable laundry pricing compared to public facilities. "The laundry is the hidden gem. At half the cost of the local laundromats, and with twice the machines I'm used to at a campground this size, I always have clean towels," reported a long-term camper at Eagle Tree RV Park.
Seasonal food events: Some parks organize community meals. At Cove RV Park & Country Store, one camper mentioned "free Saturday night ribs and chicken made a great surprise!" as part of what made their holiday weekend enjoyable.
What you should know
Variable cell reception: Signal strength differs significantly between parks and even within the same campground. At Tall Chief Campground, a camper advised: "Another thing that can be annoying is trying to find a site with good cell reception due to all the trees... I would say arrive early so you can drive by all the sites while checking to make sure you have good reception if you need it."
Power limitations: Some parks have outdated electrical systems. One camper at Tall Chief noted: "The majority of the sites are only 30 amp with antiquated posts. There are a few 50 amp sites but from what I saw they were all taken by RVers that are there on a more permanent basis."
Storage options: Travelers planning side trips should consider RV storage. At Rest-A-While RV Park, "you can dig for clams and oysters by paying cash to the office for your gatherings," making it a good base for shellfish harvesting excursions along Hood Canal.
Tips for camping with families
Playground availability: Some parks cater more to adults than children. One reviewer at Lake Pleasant noted the park has "cute man made duck pond with lots of birds" but is "adult oriented and peaceful," while another mentioned it has a "playground for the kids, and watching the resident ducks in the pond."
Beach access considerations: Mike's Beach Resort has waterfront access but with limitations. A visitor noted that "no dogs are allowed on the beach" and there's "no playground for kids," though the location offers excellent shellfish gathering opportunities.
Urban amenities for kids: Trailer Inns RV Park (Bellevue) offers family-friendly features despite its urban setting. "Indoor pool, small playground, dog run and well marked facility," writes one family who stayed with five children while exploring Seattle.
Tips from RVers
Utilities and hookups: Not all parks offer full sewer connections. At Tall Chief Campground, a long-term camper advised: "No sites have sewer hookups. This is fairly understandable though as it appeared that a service needs to pump the septic tank by the dump station for the entire park. Most people I saw had a honey wagon."
Site spacing: Space between RVs varies significantly between parks. At Sun Outdoors Gig Harbor, "the spaces are very close together, but there are a lot of trees and it's very well kept," according to one camper who stayed for three weeks.
Storage options: Some parks accommodate travelers who need to leave their RV temporarily. A visitor to Lake Pleasant RV Park noted: "On site storage if you need to leave your rig for a few days. 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."
