Cabin accommodations near Burton, Washington range from rustic to equipped with electricity, heating, and basic furniture. Located on the Kitsap Peninsula and surrounded by Hood Canal waters, Burton's cabin camping options sit at an elevation of around 200 feet with moderate rainfall throughout the year and summer temperatures averaging 75°F. Most cabins require advance reservations with availability varying by season and specific location requirements.
What to do
Water activities: Access Hood Canal at Belfair State Park Campground where "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." The park offers both wooded tent areas and beach loops for RVs.
Beach exploration: Walk the shoreline at Fay Bainbridge Park where "the view of the sound is stunning." This small campground on Bainbridge Island provides close beach access with views of Mt. Rainier and Mt. Baker on clear days.
Wildlife viewing: Observe elk herds at Dosewallips State Park Campground where "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." The park offers river access and hiking trails starting from the campground.
What campers like
Waterfront views: Sunrise watching from select cabins. One visitor at Fay Bainbridge noted it "has the most tremendous views of Mt. Rainier and Mt. Baker on a clear day and stunning sunrises!" The park offers waterfront sites with electric hookups.
Private sites: Wooded seclusion at Tall Chief Campground provides "large private sites" where "it feels like you are deep in the PNW rainforest but you close to amenities and shopping." Most sites can accommodate trailers, tow vehicles and extra cars with space to spare.
River access: Wade in shallow waters at Dosewallips where "our campsite backed up on the river, so we were able to wade in it and put out some chairs and sit on the beach." The river sites provide direct access for fishing or relaxing.
What you should know
Reservation timing: Book early for waterfront at Belfair State Park. "The beach loop fills up quickly - get your reservations in as early as possible if you want to camp there," according to one visitor. Most waterfront cabins are reserved months in advance.
Accessibility limitations: Tent sites may require walking at Fay Bainbridge. One camper noted being "very disappointed. Booked and told tent sites could be driven up to. Not the case." Always confirm accessibility requirements when booking.
Weather preparedness: Be ready for rain at Kanaskat-Palmer State Park where "it was a cold and rainy weekend but we still had an enjoyable time." The park offers heated bathrooms and electric hookups in the RV loop to help combat wet conditions.
Tips for camping with families
Playground access: Pirate ship equipment at Fay Bainbridge Park offers "amazing kids area pirate ship" according to visitors. This family-friendly park includes volleyball courts and beach access for children.
Shallow water play: Safe swimming areas at Belfair State Park where "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." The tent sites in the woods loop are noted for being quiet and family-friendly.
Activity options: Multiple recreation choices at Tolt MacDonald Park which is "big, beautiful, and very family friendly" with "plenty of huge camping spots that include fire pits, picnic tables, and room for your car." The park offers hiking trails and water access across a suspension bridge.
Tips from RVers
Hookup considerations: Electric only at Kanaskat-Palmer State Park. "Sites and roads are paved. Hook ups are electric only, bring your water," advises one RVer. The electric sites typically cost $35 compared to $25 for non-hookup sites.
Site selection: Corner locations preferred for privacy at Kanaskat-Palmer. "We stayed just one night at site 42, which was on a corner and offered a good amount of privacy and easy access to the clean bathrooms," notes a visitor. The pull-through sites are curved rather than straight.
Military access: Special pricing at Lewis North Travel Camp on Joint Base Lewis McChord where "full hookup was about $28/night" for military personnel. The campground requires Department of Defense identification for entry but provides full hookups and laundry facilities.
