Best Cabin Camping near Carlsborg, WA

Several cabin camping options are available within driving distance of Carlsborg, Washington, offering various amenities and comfort levels. Fort Worden Historical State Park provides cabin accommodations with electricity, drinking water, and showers. The cabins at Elwha Dam RV Park include basic furnishings and access to modern restroom facilities. "The camp store had a good supply of necessities, and the cabins were superbly clean," noted a visitor about the Port Angeles KOA. Most cabin sites include picnic tables, trash service, and access to toilets, with many offering full hookups for water and electricity.

Rustic and deluxe cabins are both available, depending on the location. John Wayne's Waterfront Resort offers cabin rentals with nearby amenities including a playground, volleyball net, and fire pits. A visitor commented, "The community feeling was incredible, kind people and a beautiful view." Sequim West RV Park, Fort Flagler Historical State Park, and Dosewallips State Park also offer cabin accommodations with varying levels of amenities. Most cabins in the region are reservable, with peak season availability limited from late spring through early fall.

Most cabins include beds but require visitors to bring their own linens, towels, and toiletries. Kitchen facilities vary considerably between locations—some cabins offer basic cooking equipment while others provide only outdoor fire rings for meal preparation. Firewood is sold at most campgrounds, including Fort Worden, Fort Flagler, and John Wayne's Waterfront Resort. Many cabin locations maintain on-site markets or general stores where basic provisions can be purchased. Refrigeration is limited in most basic cabins, so perishable food planning should be considered when staying multiple nights.

Best Cabin Sites Near Carlsborg, Washington (46)

    1. Beach Campground — Fort Worden Historical State Park

    33 Reviews
    Port Townsend, WA
    19 miles
    Website
    +1 (360) 344-4400

    "And I’ve noticed you guys have tent cabins on the list even though our tent cabins are still in the process of being built."

    "Our first time at this state park camping. We picked the forest camping because of the trees for our hammocks. Lots of room at our site 79 for camper and truck."

    2. Fort Flagler Historical State Park Campground

    35 Reviews
    Nordland, WA
    22 miles
    Website
    +1 (360) 385-1259

    "There were 3 or 4 sites listed as available in the lower campground and we found one that was perfect for us."

    "Will require a State Park Pass, they do check vehicles and ticket people ($10 for day & $30 for one year.) It is a fun day try or a overnight stay."

    3. Elwha Dam RV Park

    20 Reviews
    Port Angeles, WA
    18 miles
    Website
    +1 (360) 452-7054

    $36 - $71 / night

    "There are lots of different options from tent sites to cabin rentals. Owners were very welcoming and accommodating."

    "Those are nice and private for the most part. Water nearby. There are porta jobns by the tent sites. Full facilities a long walk. Showers are coin operated there."

    4. John Wayne's Waterfront Resort

    5 Reviews
    Sequim, WA
    6 miles
    Website
    +1 (360) 681-3853

    "It was our first trip to an actual RV park with hookups and a lot of amenities available. It was pretty and the staff was nice and the location was perfect."

    "Trails behind rv sites for walks and close to discovery trail for biking or walking long distances. Close to town but away from traffic and traffic noises"

    5. Deception Pass State Park Campground

    111 Reviews
    Anacortes, WA
    33 miles
    Website
    +1 (360) 675-2417

    $12 - $40 / night

    "There were SO MANY available campsites when we got there. About mid afternoon. The ranger was super friendly and welcoming!"

    "Bottom line: I’ve only camped at 4 state parks in WA, however, this is the best one I’ve stayed at. Pros: Secluded Campsites."

    6. Dosewallips State Park Campground

    45 Reviews
    Brinnon, WA
    30 miles
    Website
    +1 (360) 796-4415

    $12 - $50 / night

    "The campground has cabins, rustic shelters, and tent and rv site. The cabins are great for families and have a bunk bed and futon set up with a table set and even heaters."

    "This campground is right next to a state park. It’s also very close to a river and lots of woods."

    7. Fort Casey Campground

    19 Reviews
    Coupeville, WA
    23 miles
    Website

    "Only 88 miles away from our home, a perfect getaway for a short trip. We are fairly new to the RV life style (always tent camped) and this only our 3rd trip in our new travel trailer."

    "We used the AC power and water hookups for our 25ft trailer. The site is located near the beach, so naturally there isn’t much privacy and you are constantly exposed to the elements."

    8. Salish Trails Campground

    1 Review
    Carlsborg, WA
    6 miles
    Website

    "The freeway is about a hundred yards away from the 50 amp pull through sites we were in. This section is the closest, hence all the noise day and at night."

    9. Crescent Beach & RV Park

    20 Reviews
    Joyce, WA
    26 miles
    Website
    +1 (360) 928-3344

    "Nice restrooms and laundry room. This park is heavily used by surfers, so as a result there’s a huge mix of rigs—from Sprinter vans and A-frame pop-ups all the way up to Class A."

    "Clean, well kept, quiet area. Private beach area that you needed to wear arm bands to get to. Some spots have an ocean view. We were assigned a spot instead of getting to pick when we booked online."

    10. Sequim West RV Park

    1 Review
    Sequim, WA
    2 miles
    Website
    +1 (360) 683-4144
Show More
Showing results 1-10 of 46 campgrounds

2025 Detourist Giveaway

Presented byToyota Trucks

Review Campgrounds. Win Prizes.

Enter to Win


Cabin Reviews near Carlsborg, WA

523 Reviews of 46 Carlsborg Campgrounds


  • j
    Jul. 28, 2018

    Lakedale Resort

    Glamping!

    We had Nevas Canvas Tent #6. It was amazing! Glamping at its finest! King size bed was super comfy. We had a huge deck overlooking one of the three lakes. Our tent also had a bathroom w/ a toilet and shower, an electrIc heater, a trundle bed/couch, and electrical outlets. They currently have 6 of these Nevas tents, 16 canvas tents (w/o water/restrooms/electricity), 6 huge log cabins, 7 yurts (w small kitchens), 37 or so camping sites, 4 RV sites, and an Airstream you can rent. There is also a traditional lodge (not sure how many rooms, but it looked nice). Canvas tents and lodge come w/ breakfast. We will for sure come back!

  • Ms H.
    Mar. 27, 2021

    Elwha Dam RV Park

    Great place

    There are lots of different options from tent sites to cabin rentals. Owners were very welcoming and accommodating. They have a veggie garden to share, lots of outdoor activity areas and places to explore within walking distance. It’s a great base camp for exploring the peninsula. They do a good job of providing privacy with the smaller RV spaces. WiFi is good, not great but that’s not why we’re there. We will be back!

  • S
    Sep. 6, 2023

    Camano Island State Park Campground

    Group Camp Stay

    We stayed with several families at the group site with a mixture of trailers, tents, and tents on cars. The trailers ranged in size from 22’ to 36’ and we found ample space for each.

    This site has close access to the bathrooms shared with those staying in the cabins. Peekaboo views of the water between the trees.

    The site has several campsites that branch off of the road through the site which is also a trail. It has a central gravel area for a large group or trailers next to a large field area. There is no kitchen shelter, just picnic tables, fire pits, and a grill.

    The site feels very private but you have people passing on the trail/road, which runs through the middle of camp, at regular intervals.

    The park is full of steep hills which can make those with mobility challenges or kids wanting to ride bikes tough. The road to the beach is very steep.

    Bring bug spray as mosquitoes were vicious as well as the yellow jackets.

  • H
    Sep. 22, 2022

    Deception Pass State Park Campground

    Cozy campsites !

    There were SO MANY available campsites when we got there. About mid afternoon. The ranger was super friendly and welcoming! The bathrooms were nice and had showers that require tokens that you can buy with your site at check in. The sites vary in size and shape but most of them are decently private/ spaced apart. The site next to us never got booked, probably because it was small, but it was nice for us because it was only a few bushes away. Sites include a picnic table and fire ring with grill grate . There was a trail to the beach not far from us and it was super nice. Although there are plenty of signs that require dogs to be on leashes most people did not adhere to those rules, so keep an eye out if you're bringing the doggos. Very family friendly, very cozy, very nice stay!

  • Thomas B.The Dyrt PRO User
    May. 11, 2021

    Belfair State Park Campground

    On the shores of Hood Canal

    This campground is located on the northern side of Hood Canal and offers some great views of the water. About half the sites are in the woods, although they are all pretty close together. Some of the larger sites, including the RV sites, are right next to the beach, and you can set up chairs and have a beautiful view. These sites have little, if any, vegetation to provide privacy. A mid-week visit in early May found lots of sites open. The grounds and bathrooms are clean and well-maintained. There is a lot of open lawn, especially in the day use area, which would be great in the busy summer months. You need a Discover Pass for day use. These are required at pretty much all county and state campgrounds in Washington State. Right now they cost $30 per year. There is one Washington Water Trails site available for people arriving by human-powered boats (kayaks). It's first-come, first-served, with a picnic table and fire ring.

  • May. 29, 2018

    Camano Island State Park Campground

    Wonderful group site

    Stayed in the group site with my daughter’s American Heritage Girls troop. We had 22 girls and there was plenty of room. This is a huge group site. Has running water, a couple fire pits and a bunch of picnic tables. These are lots of level spots to pitch tents. The flush toilets and shower house are in the parking area for this site so really convenient. We drove down to the beach from the site but I’m pretty sure there is a trail if you wanted to walk. We had a great time!

  • Isabelle K.The Dyrt PRO User
    Jul. 17, 2017

    Lakedale Resort

    Family oriented campground with a great location

    I reserved a "family campsite" for tent camping with a friend this past week. The campground has a great location and is easily accessible from all that the San Juan Island has to offer. The sites are large and well appointed, ours was in a nice wooded area, had two picnic tables, a nice fire pit with grill and multiple flat spots for our tent. The sites don't offer a ton of privacy and we were surrounded by large groups of families, which was a bit noisy. We arrived at this campground after spending the 3 prior nights in the backcountry, so we were pretty excited to take advantage of the bathhouse and shower facilities. We may have just caught the campground at a bad time, but we were shocked to see how filthy the bathrooms and showers were. The showers were ice cold and looked like they hadn't been cleaned in weeks. The price was also rather steep ($66/night for the most basic camp site offered) but understandable considering the lack of availability for campsites during the high season on the island.

    Overall, I would definitely recommend this campground to a family looking for fun activities for the kids while staying on the island. The resort also offers many other types of accommodations that I would be interested to try in the future including cabins, airstream trailers and "glamping" canvas tents!

  • Rich M.
    May. 18, 2020

    Lake Crescent Lodge — Olympic National Park

    Amazing Getaway

    This place is glamping at its finest. It is located at the top of the Olympic Peninsula on Lake Crescent. There is plenty to do here from fishing, cycling, boating, and hiking.

    They have small cabins and a lodge with an amazing restaurant.  I recommend this to friends who aren't quite the rugged camper but still want to explore the Olympic Mountains.

  • R
    Aug. 10, 2021

    Fidalgo Bay Resort

    Lovely little “cabins”

    Stayed here for a long weekend. Great location. Nice walking trails and beach access. Staff was extremely friendly and helpful. Pet friendly cabins is an extra bonus!


Guide to Carlsborg

Cabins near Carlsborg, Washington vary considerably in terms of construction quality and winter accessibility. Located in the rain shadow of the Olympic Mountains, this area receives about 16 inches of annual rainfall compared to nearby coastal regions that get 100+ inches. Winter overnight temperatures typically drop to the mid-30s, making insulation quality a critical consideration for off-season cabin stays.

What to do

Beach exploration: Fort Worden Historical State Park offers multiple beach access points within walking distance of cabin accommodations. "Great coastal views and beach walks with lighthouse and pier access. Possibility to rent kayaks. Clean modern restrooms. Excellent hot showers," notes Leonard H. The park maintains year-round access to most trail systems.

Military history: Fort Flagler Historical State Park features historic gun emplacements and barracks. "You can walk the beach or walk the beautiful forest. Well maintained, great camphosts and a cool snack shack," shares Linda M. The interpretive center operates Wednesday through Sunday during summer months, with reduced winter hours.

Wildlife viewing: Dosewallips State Park cabins provide strategic access to wildlife observation areas. "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," reports Amy & Stu B. Peak elk viewing typically occurs during early morning and evening hours.

What campers like

Winter stargazing: Fort Worden Historical State Park cabin sites remain accessible during colder months. "We had beautifully clear skies and little light pollution so it was really nice for stargazing. There are two gun batteries right next to the campground and a trail right out to the beach," explains Christina F., who visited in January.

Garden access: Elwha Dam RV Park provides unique cabin amenities. "They offer a community garden, so feel free to gather at no cost fresh veggies. We will be back Chris ensured that with his great hospitality and helpfulness," writes Debra R. The community garden typically produces from June through September.

Spacious sites: Deception Pass State Park cabin areas feature substantial spacing between units. "Paved level sites and most have good separation. Quiet. Highly recommend," states Leonard H. Site spacing averages 30-40 feet between units in most cabin areas.

What you should know

Highway noise: Crescent Beach & RV Park cabin rentals face some traffic disturbances. "Great view horribly tight. My rig fit in the spot, but once I put out both slides I was occupying the site next to mine and the other side I was about as small. Ocean is gorgeous and short trail takes you there," explains Greg B., highlighting the trade-off between views and noise.

Military jet activity: Deception Pass State Park experiences periodic flyovers from Naval Air Station Whidbey Island. "Definitely worth a stay with it's proximity to the beach, stargazing, hiking. The whole area feels magical. The only downside is the noise from the naval base nearby. You'll hear jets overhead on a regular basis," warns Will L.

Winter water limitations: Fort Casey Campground reduces services seasonally. "The only faucet operating currently is the pump spigot as others were shut off due to frost. Each site has a fire pit and picnic table," reports Judy T. who visited during colder months.

Tips for camping with families

Shallow swimming options: Fort Worden State Park offers protected water access near cabins. "Great spot to getaway, easy access to beach. Enjoy watching the sunset," notes Jody R. The swimming areas maintain gentle slopes with water depths under 3 feet for approximately 20 yards offshore.

Junior Ranger activities: Fort Flagler State Park provides educational programming. "Kids of all ages should do the Junior Ranger program which the Gift Shop has the packets," advises Becky R. Programs typically run weekends during summer months and require 1-2 hours to complete.

Playground proximity: John Wayne's Waterfront Resort positions cabins near recreational facilities. "It was our first trip to an actual RV park with hookups and a lot of amenities available. There's a playground, volleyball net, fire pits, general store and plenty else," shares Joshua K.

Tips from RVers

Accessibility considerations: Salish Trails Campground offers varying cabin options. "Utilities worked well though I needed a sewer hose extension. The freeway is about a hundred yards away from the 50 amp pull through sites we were in. This section is the closest, hence all the noise day and at night," reports Patrick J., noting that "It was a bit quieter around the 30 amp RV sites."

Late season availability: Fort Flagler State Park offers extended cabin access. "Awesome fall and winter camping. First come first serve after Oct 31st. Spent a long weekend there last week. No problem finding 2 sites side by side for 40 ft rigs. Great hiking and exploring," states Mike K., highlighting the off-season availability advantage.

Kitchen planning: Elwha Dam RV Park provides shared kitchen access. "The kitchen is exceptional—they provide and allow you to borrow just about any kitchen utensil you might need," notes Debra R., reducing the need to bring cooking equipment when staying in cabins.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is the most popular cabin campsite near Carlsborg, WA?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular cabin campground near Carlsborg, WA is Beach Campground — Fort Worden Historical State Park with a 4.6-star rating from 33 reviews.

What is the best site to find cabin camping near Carlsborg, WA?

TheDyrt.com has all 46 cabin camping locations near Carlsborg, WA, with real photos and reviews from campers.