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Campgrounds near Burton, Washington sit along the shores of the Puget Sound and Hood Canal, with several state parks providing a mix of tent and RV camping opportunities. Manchester State Park and Dash Point State Park offer year-round camping with established sites featuring amenities like picnic tables, fire rings, and access to water. The region includes both waterfront camping options and forested settings, with accommodation types ranging from basic tent sites to RV hookups, cabins, and even yurt rentals at select locations like Fay Bainbridge Park on Bainbridge Island.
Road access varies significantly between campgrounds, with most state parks easily accessible via paved roads. "Even in the final days of summer, it was a lovely temperature to hang out for the week and we even got to see the Northern Lights one night," shared one camper about Oak Bay County Park, highlighting the region's mild climate. Many campgrounds require a Washington State Discover Pass for day use, which costs approximately $30 per year. Reservations are strongly recommended, particularly for summer weekends when waterfront sites fill quickly. Cell service is generally reliable throughout the area, though coverage can vary at more remote campgrounds. Most developed campgrounds in the region remain open year-round, though some facilities like showers may be seasonal.
Waterfront access represents a defining feature of many campgrounds in the Burton area, with Hood Canal and Puget Sound providing scenic backdrops. Campers frequently mention the peaceful setting despite proximity to urban areas. A reviewer at Dash Point noted, "This campground is hidden in the middle of a major Western Washington city. Once in the campground, you would have no idea that you are surrounded by a sprawling metropolitan area." Sites typically provide varying levels of privacy, with some campgrounds featuring well-spaced, wooded sites while others have more open layouts. Most developed campgrounds in the region include clean restrooms and showers, with many offering hookups for RVs. The proximity to water activities like kayaking, paddleboarding, and tidepooling enhances the camping experience, while nearby hiking trails provide additional recreational opportunities.
"Firstly, I just have to say what a positive and amazing experience I had at this campground. The volunteers were friendly, kind and absolutely awesome to interact with."
"The campground itself is tucked into a beautiful, forested area with plenty of trees and privacy between sites. Ours had a tent pad, fire ring, and picnic table."
from $31 - $91 / night
Check Availability"Nice wooded campground with access to the water. Plenty of opportunities for day hikes and not far from port orchard Washington. Some sites have hookups and others are dry camping."
"Trails, views, and history in walking distance. Coin operated showers and clean restrooms."
from $12 - $250 / night
Check Availability"Close by stores, trails, parks, harbor. Tacoma across bridge (10 minutes - $6.25 toll)."
"Costco, Home Depot, Albertsons and other shopping close by."
from $57 - $104 / night
Check Availability"My family stayed here for a night when we went out to Washington a few months ago. It was a nice little place."
"Pay showers ($1 for 3 minutes) and clean restroom with air dryer, pet friendly, lots of trails to hike and a beautiful beach area with a playground, seasonal/weekend snack shop, outdoor shower by the beach"
from $31 - $43 / night
Check Availability"Pros: group camp is very close to beach front area, GREAT CLAMMING AND OYSTERING!"
"Penrose Point State Park is a great place close to Seattle to go camping in a small or large group. It's tent or camper friendly with plenty of spots for busier seasons."
from $12 - $72 / night
Check Availability"2, #3, #4 are IMO best after that as they move away from the beach and then curve around in ascending order.
Some neighbor noise, sites are close, but was not busy."
"Great spot on the edge of bainbridge. Lots of spots depending on your preferred privacy level."
from $7 - $95 / night
Check Availability"Often our first or last trip of the year, due to its proximity to the greater Seattle area. Most of the folks we meet are from western Washington. "
"On the water of the Hood Canal, it offered more family activities than many of the parks around. The campground itself is situated close to the water with several loops, tightly packed together."
from $12 - $87 / night
Check Availability"Hike the perimeter trail for views all around the island. It's a great place to stay in the summer months and relax."
"Really fantastic location. Very strict rangers which can be good or bad depending on your preference. Quiet hours are at 10pm which is early for some people so be aware."
from $12 - $70 / night
Check Availability"The grounds are well-maintained with easy access to some hiking trails that are easy to moderate in difficulty."
"Dump station close by worked great on exit. Wooded with ferns. Rain was nice to enjoy through the windows."
from $12 - $88 / night
Check Availability"There is good system of trails, tons of picnic tables along the river, and good river access to the Green rivers. Campground is well maintained, clean bathrooms and showers available."
"It's close proximity to our house allows us to hook up the trailer after work and include a Friday night in our camping weekend!"
from $31 - $254 / night
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TravelerChoose this WA State campground after ditching an attempt to find a dispersed site in the area and very glad I did. Beautiful setting with wonderful sites right in the trees and right on the water of the Strait of Juan de Fuca. Very limited noise from the nearby main road.
ScoutThis was a great spot to pull off and enjoy a nice view with not much around. Bumpy ride with pot holes getting there!
GuideThis is the VERY last spot on this NF road. So, if someone is there, you’ll have to back track all the way back down to the bottom. There are several sites at the bottom that look pretty level with fire pits by the creek. There were quite a few mosquitoes up at the top as well, so be aware.
ScoutI had a easy time finding my camp spot easy time parking. The spot was nice and maintained having bathrooms on site was really nice unfortunately my night wasn’t the best because the couple next to us decided to have “adult time” about 10 feet away so that made the night not good but everything decides that was good
ScoutWe camped 4 nights in one of the group site. Great paved level trailer sites, all connections well placed, and the shared pavilion was fantastic for meals and gathering. Good access to the lake and other sites. Playground for the kids. We loved it.
ScoutSecluded and peaceful a must go..
GuideAt $12 a night, it’s a real deal! There’s easy access to the beach, a pretty overlook on the trail, clean vault toilets, and sites with tables and fire pits.
LegendReally nice campground that had everything we were looking for in an RV resort. Nice paved and level sites that can accommodate any size RV. Some of the best features are the heated swimming pool, large clubhouse for gatherings with comfortable seating and a super large tv, free dryers in the laundry and a decent amount of space between sites. All the roads and campsites are paved with grass in between. The patios are paved but very small and not in a great location for our class A motorhome (better suited for towables with their doors farther back). The free public beach access is a short 5-minute drive away but beware this parking lot fills up quickly. Or, drive to Bishop Road where there are a few spaces but great access. Another alternative is to pay the entrance fee at nearby Topsail Hill Preserve State Park ($6/carload) and take the free shuttle. The state park beach is usually less crowded than other public beaches (and you can take paddleboards on the shuttle or rent them/ kayaks/beach chairs/umbrellas at the state park). The campground does offer a free shuttle which is another great option. We found the utilities worked well. The campground and facilities are very clean and well-cared for. Nice pool if you don't want to take the trouble to go to the beach (although they are amazing). There are plenty of hiking opportunities at Point Washington State Forest and Topsail Hill and Grayton Beach State Parks. The biggest cons are that there are no shade and no picnic tables. The patios are paved but somewhat small and not always convenient to your front door.
GuideIce, firewood, two docks, kayak launch, little free library, free WiFi. I find that pretty amazing for a campground with just 21 land based sites.
Camping near Burton, Washington offers a mix of waterfront and forest experiences with proximity to Hood Canal and Puget Sound shorelines. Sites across the region vary from primitive tent spots to full-hookup RV options. Most campgrounds remain accessible through winter months, though seasonal limitations on facilities like showers occur from November through March when temperatures average 35-45°F.
Beachcombing and tidepooling: Fay Bainbridge Park provides excellent shoreline access with views of Mount Rainier and Baker. "The beach is a short walk from camp, just long enough to make you feel like you earned your sunset view, but not so long that you regret your life choices," notes Saraj B. The rocky beaches offer prime opportunities for exploring marine life during low tides.
Waterfront hiking: Dash Point State Park features multiple trail systems suitable for families. "Facilities were good and trails around are fun and easy enough for me and 2 kids. The beach and its tides are why we came," explains Ingrid M. Most trails are under 3 miles round-trip and connect directly to the beach areas.
Wildlife viewing: At Dosewallips State Park, visitors can observe native wildlife from established viewing platforms. "Every night, my husband and I would walk to the wildlife viewing platform to see lots of birds, or walk down by the river and see lots of elk and bald eagles," shares Amy & Stu B. Morning and evening hours provide the best viewing opportunities.
Privacy between sites: Many campers appreciate the vegetation between camping spots at certain parks. At Penrose Point State Park, "Sites and restrooms were clean. We had a great time exploring the beaches. Sites were reasonably private and quiet at night (except for a brief invasion of 6 raccoons at our site one night!)" according to Rachel.
Clean facilities: The region's campgrounds typically maintain good bathroom conditions. At Manchester State Park, "The shower house restrooms are very clean. Firewood is available for purchase," reports Eric P. Most campgrounds provide token-operated showers costing $0.50-1.00 for 3-5 minutes of hot water.
Natural sound barriers: Despite proximity to urban areas, many campsites maintain a sense of seclusion. Dash Point reviewers frequently mention this quality: "This campground is remarkable in the privacy between each of the camping spots, the bird life, the wild and deep forest vibes, and the walking trails," notes Brittany D.
Reservation requirements: Most campgrounds near Burton require advance booking, especially during summer months. At Manchester State Park Campground, sites fill quickly from May through September. Campers should reserve 3-6 months ahead for summer weekends, particularly for waterfront sites.
Noise considerations: Some campgrounds experience flight path noise. At Saltwater State Park, "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)," reports Travis P. Research campground location relative to airports if seeking quiet.
Fire restrictions: Seasonal burn bans often affect campgrounds from July through September during dry conditions. Several parks restrict fires to established fire rings year-round, and some sites prohibit wood fires entirely. "Campfires have been banned for a couple years as the neighbors (who bought houses next to a state park) didn't like the smell," notes Ken about Saltwater State Park.
Playground access: Several campgrounds offer dedicated play areas for children. Fay Bainbridge Park features "a pirate ship playground for children," according to Judy J., making it suitable for families with younger kids who need activity options beyond beach play.
Short hiking options: Belfair State Park provides family-friendly walking paths along Hood Canal. "The beach was great, water is rather warm for in the sound, it's also pretty shallow which is great for the kids to play in," mentions Leah H. Most trails are under a mile and suitable for all ages.
Junior ranger programs: Several state parks offer educational activities for children. At Penrose Point, Sarah H. notes, "the kids enjoyed taking part in the junior ranger program." These programs typically run weekends during summer months and provide structured learning opportunities about local ecology.
Hookup availability: Most campgrounds offer varying levels of hookups. At Gig Harbor RV Resort, "Sites are blacktop and level. Some sites have partial hookups w/o septic. Dump station is on site," explains James and Susan K. Electric (30-amp) and water hookups are most common, with fewer full-hookup sites available.
Site dimensions: RV campers should verify space dimensions before booking. "The spaces are very close together, but there are a lot of trees and it's very well kept," reports Joseph I. about Gig Harbor RV Resort. Many campgrounds have limited sites for larger rigs exceeding 35 feet.
Winter accessibility: Most campgrounds remain open year-round with reduced services. When staying at Manchester State Park in winter, Conrad C. notes, "If I was to say there is an issue the only one I have is in the winter it is very dark. But it the Northwest its' suppose to be." Check for seasonal road closures after heavy rain or snow events, particularly at more remote locations.
Frequently Asked Questions
What camping is available near Burton, WA?
According to TheDyrt.com, Burton, WA offers a wide range of camping options, with 258 campgrounds and RV parks near Burton, WA and 22 free dispersed camping spots.
Which is the most popular campground near Burton, WA?
According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Burton, WA is Dash Point State Park Campground with a 3.9-star rating from 74 reviews.
Where can I find free dispersed camping near Burton, WA?
According to TheDyrt.com, there are 22 free dispersed camping spots near Burton, WA.
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