Marikate D.
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TravelerNF Dispersed Camping
ROAD CLOSED 9/8/26
Went to camp here in my truck. Very convenient spot and easy to find off the main road. However this forest road is closed and actively under construction.
Camping near Burlington, WA
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Campgrounds near Burlington, Washington range from state parks to private resorts, with several options located along the Skagit River and Puget Sound coastline. Deception Pass State Park, approximately 20 miles west of Burlington, offers tent sites, RV hookups, and cabins with access to both freshwater and saltwater beaches. The Burlington-Anacortes KOA provides full-service camping with tent sites, RV hookups, and cabin rentals directly in Burlington, while Bay View State Park and Larrabee State Park offer additional developed campground options within a 30-minute drive.
Most campgrounds in the area remain open year-round, though winter camping requires preparation for cool, wet conditions typical of the Pacific Northwest. Reservations are strongly recommended during summer months when waterfront sites fill quickly. "Most sites are reasonably private, water spigots and bathrooms are not too far of a walk from any site," noted one visitor about Swift Creek Campground. Deception Pass State Park experiences significant traffic during peak season, particularly on weekends from May through September. Several campgrounds provide electric hookups, water access, and shower facilities, though amenities vary by location. Cell service can be limited at more remote sites, particularly those in forested areas or near the mountains.
The region's campgrounds feature diverse settings from coastal beaches to forested mountain foothills. Waterfront camping receives consistently high ratings, with sites along Puget Sound offering views of the San Juan Islands. A camper at Deception Pass described it as having "both fresh and salt water experiences within a few steps away with amazing sunsets and breathtaking views." Sites at Bay View State Park provide water views but some visitors note they can be "small campsites with picnic tables, pit toilets and potable water." Noise from Naval Air Station Whidbey Island affects some campgrounds, particularly Deception Pass, where jets can occasionally disrupt the otherwise peaceful setting. Campgrounds closer to Mount Baker offer more seclusion but require longer drives from Burlington, trading convenience for wilderness immersion.
Best Campgrounds near Burlington (333)
1. Deception Pass State Park Campground
"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 Availability2. Bay View State Park Campground
"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 Availability3. Larrabee State Park Campground
"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 Availability4. Burlington-Anacortes KOA
"There is a creek that goes by the campground and it makes it for a nice walk with dogs or without dogs :) There are a lot of trees there, which provide shade for part of the day, which is great."
"Large sites are surrounded by woods and farmland. This is a great weekend getaway."
5. Thousand Trails La Conner
"Bathrooms are kept clean, mini golf is fun, and the walks to “Lone Tree” at sunset are amazing. The hosts are ALWAYS so friendly!"
"Beautiful location and campground but confusing to find your way around inside"
6. Thousand Trails Mount Vernon
"They do have "proximity" sites next to the restrooms. The roads and sites are gravel, but seem to be maintained. There are a few hills that might be a problem for larger Class A's with a trailer."
"I live full-time in my RV and travel between Thousand Trails properties regularly."
7. La Conner RV
"Great campground this was hands down one of our favorite thousand trails in Washington you will enjoy this campground Great location great campground would go back"
"A Thousand Trails facility. Not all services are available at each site. Wonderful setting with either woods or water views. A quiet place to get away from it all. "
8. Rasar State Park Campground
"Great trails in and near this park we enjoy walking the dogs and riding bikes and watching birds if you like any of these activities this is the place and fairly quiet as well."
"The water hookups were shut off during the time, but we were able to fill up our water tank near the entrance without any trouble."
from $12 - $327 / night
Check Availability9. Town and Country Motorcoach and RV Resort
"At the stoplight next to Lowe’s, you simply continue straight into the resort entrance for check-in."
"This is a fairly new RV resort, beautiful facilities, level concrete pads, awesome wi-fi, great location, pool & hot tub, pickel ball courts, etc."
from $50 / night
Check Availability10. La Conner Marina RV Resort
"Nice location conveniently located near the Marina, close to everything. Premium sites are double wide and have a spot to park your RV AND Vehicle. Discount for Good Sam Club members."
"Easy short walk to town."
Drive Time
- 3 min from Mount Vernon, WA
- 20 min from Bellingham, WA
- 56 min from Seattle, WA
- 1 hr 54 min from Bremerton, WA
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Recent Reviews near Burlington, WA
1337 Reviews of 333 Burlington Campgrounds
- JJennifer M.Traveler
Sage Horse Camp
A Quiet, Serene Equestrian Camp
My 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.
- JJennifer M.Traveler
Sequim Bay State Park Campground
A Cozy Off the Highway 101 State Park
This 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.
Morgan G.
ScoutRhododendron Campground
standard car camping
10 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.
Cathy E.TravelerGold Basin Campground
Lovely Campground, Disgusting Vault Toilets
Campsites are clean and private, but the vault toilets were so bad we left early. This campground would have been great otherwise. Tent pad was far from level in our site but others looked better.
Mike
GuideDungeness Recreation Area
Not bad, but you better arrive by 10!
First, 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.
- JJessica B.Scout
Deception Pass State Park Campground
Check the training schedule before you camp here!
The 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.
- HHB B.Scout
Whitehorse Regional Park Campground (Snohomish County)
Whitehorse County campground
Beautiful place, super friendly hosts, no one else here
Kim G.
LegendThousand Trails Grandy Creek
Just ok KOA
We 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.
Guide to Burlington
Camping options near Burlington, Washington include sites located along the Skagit River and within a short drive of Puget Sound. The region receives approximately 32 inches of rain annually, with summer temperatures averaging 75°F. Winter camping requires preparation for temperatures that can drop to the mid-30s, particularly in sites at higher elevations near the foothills of the Cascade Mountains.
What to do
Kayaking at Deception Pass State Park: Access boat launches for kayaking through currents and around the islands. "We even spent a few hours playing in the current that rips through Deception Pass. If you're looking for a large park with lot's of outdoor recreation opportunities, this is a nice location," notes Sarah C. at Deception Pass State Park Campground.
Hiking at Rasar State Park: Explore well-marked trails through forests and open fields. "There are trails everywhere from the campsites, but most importantly down to the beach and Cranberry Lake. I must say it's quite amazing to sleep amongst the tall trees of the forest and then meander down to the beach to play," reports Travis D.
Beach exploration at La Conner: Walk the shoreline and observe marine life at low tide. "Lovely beach with panoramic view of the bay, a short hike away. Friendly people," writes Barbara G. at Bay View State Park Campground.
What campers like
Privacy at select sites: Some campgrounds offer well-separated camping areas. "Bayview is one of my husband and I's favorite state parks for short term camping. Even when it's full, it's peaceful and the majority of sites have decent privacy via trees + shrubs," notes CJ W.
Off-season camping with fewer crowds: Winter camping provides a different experience. "The only campground open in the winter at Deception Pass State Park is the Quarry Pond area. And even though the weather was wet and cold the campground was far from empty during our stay," shares Erica G. at Deception Pass State Park Campground.
Accessibility options: Some parks feature ADA-compliant facilities. "Great ADA camping. Trails are smooth enough for an electric wheelchair and the path to the river is paved. Not many spots so book early," advises Bryan G. about Rasar State Park Campground.
What you should know
Naval air station noise: Fighter jets from Whidbey Island Naval Air Station affect several campgrounds. "You'll hear jets overhead on a regular basis. The only downside is the noise from the naval base nearby," writes Will L. While another camper noted, "Jet noise on a Monday morning during our stay. Be prepared for rain."
Railroad proximity: Trains pass near some campgrounds throughout the night. "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," explains Daryl N. about Larrabee State Park Campground.
Limited full hookups: Some campgrounds have few sewer connections. "Lots of spaces but not many with sewer. It's first come and you pick a empty spot. If you can find one. Only a few have water views," reports Beverly R. about La Conner RV.
Tips for camping with families
Look for campgrounds with playgrounds: Several parks have dedicated play areas. "We had such a great time at this site. There is a park for kids to play and covered bbq shelters that are first come-first served and bonfire pits on the beach," shares Marisa N. about Washington Park Campground.
Consider recreational amenities: Some campgrounds offer additional activities. "The jumping pillow isn't fully inflated and was very dirty. The kids did love the rental recumbent bikes," notes Lisa C. about Burlington-Anacortes KOA.
Check for water features: Swimming areas are popular with children. "Cranberry Lake has a designated swimming area where the water is super shallow and just perfect for the kiddos," reports Travis D.
Tips from RVers
Site leveling challenges: Many campgrounds have uneven sites. "The site was extremely unlevel front to back so much so my rear stabilizers barely touched the ground. When I went to leave and dump our trailer at our site I had to pull the trailer forward so the waste would flow because the site is so unlevel," warns Jason W. about Larrabee State Park.
Premium sites worth the cost: Some campgrounds offer upgraded spots. "Premium sites are double wide and have a spot to park your RV AND Vehicle. Discount for Good Sam Club members. Premium Sites $55 before discount (back-in only). Pull-through Sites $55 before discount. Regular Back-in Site $45," details Stan & Jesús H. about La Conner Marina RV Resort.
Service availability varies seasonally: Check which amenities are operating. "Our last visit here there were many spaces where the electricity wasn't working and the dump station was out of order. We were quite disappointed," reports a camper about Thousand Trails La Conner.
Frequently Asked Questions
What camping is available near Burlington, WA?
What camping is available near Burlington, WA?
According to TheDyrt.com, Burlington, WA offers a wide range of camping options, with 333 campgrounds and RV parks near Burlington, WA and 20 free dispersed camping spots.
Which is the most popular campground near Burlington, WA?
Which is the most popular campground near Burlington, WA?
According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Burlington, WA is Deception Pass State Park Campground with a 4.4-star rating from 114 reviews.
Where can I find free dispersed camping near Burlington, WA?
Where can I find free dispersed camping near Burlington, WA?
According to TheDyrt.com, there are 20 free dispersed camping spots near Burlington, WA.
What parks are near Burlington, WA?
What parks are near Burlington, WA?
According to TheDyrt.com, there are 8 parks near Burlington, WA that allow camping, notably Keystone Harbor and Mt. Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest.
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