Best Tent Camping near Carlsborg, WA
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Best Tent Sites Near Carlsborg, WA (122)
1. Deer Park Campground — Olympic National Park
Carlsborg, Washington12 Reviews•46 Photos•263 SavesAt 5,400 feet in elevation, Deer Park boasts mountain views and starry skies. With a steep and winding gravel access road, Deer Park is not RV accessible.
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2. Dungeness Forks Campground
Sequim, Washington9 Reviews•32 Photos•197 SavesCampground is located at the fork of the Dungeness and Graywolf Rivers and is a shaded, forested area with evergreen conifers.There are 10 campsites that will accommodate tents. Trailers and motorhomes are not recommended due to steep one lane unpaved road access.
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3. Fort Ebey State Park Campground
Coupeville, Washington13 Reviews•52 Photos•179 SavesThe park has 39 standard campsites, 11 partial-hookup sites with electricity and water hook-ups, one water trail campsite available only to campers who arrive at the park in human-powered watercraft, one restroom (ADA), and two showers (one ADA). Maximum site length will accommodate most extra-large RVs (limited availability). There is no trailer dump station available at this park. The campground is open March 1 - Oct. 31 by reservation.
The park provides a group camp that accommodates up to 60 people. The camp is located on a bluff down the Point Partridge Road. A vault toilet and running water are at the site. Flush toilets and showers are a five-minute walk down an easy trail. Minimum number of people is 20 with a maximum of 60. Maximum number of cars is 20. The group camp is open April 1 through Oct. 31.
Planning a multi-day camping stay? You won't run out of things to do at Fort Ebey State Park!
Set on the western side of Whidbey Island, Fort Ebey was constructed as a coastal defense fort during the Second World War. Its battery was dug into a high bluff and is great fun for kids, adult kids and World War II aficionados. Don't forget your headlamp or flashlight. The park's concrete gun emplacements and underground rooms are great for exploration.
Emerging from the battery, you'll find 25 miles of mixed-use walking and bike trails. The bluff trail overlooks Admiralty Inlet and offers peek-a-boo views of Point Wilson Lighthouse across the bay. Douglas-fir and hemlock provide shade along forested trails sprinkled with pink big-leaf rhododendrons in season. One more thing: Fort Ebey sunsets are unbeatable on a clear evening.
Seaweed harvesting is allowed on the beach between April 16 and May 15; be sure to get a seaweed and shellfish license.
Into active outdoor play? Surfing is a popular beach activity, and paragliding is allowed. Paragliders like to take off from the former parade lawn on the bluff. For observers, it's a stunning visual to behold.
PARK FEATURES Fort Ebey State Park is a 651-acre camping park on Whidbey Island.
Automated pay stations: This park is equipped with automated pay stations for visitors to purchase a one-day or annual Discover Pass and boat launch permit.
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4. Camano Island State Park Campground
Greenbank, Washington20 Reviews•41 Photos•183 SavesClose to Seattle but a world away, Camano Island Camping offers a mellow, less bustling, but equally friendly alternative to its busier neighbor, Cama Beach State Park.
Forest loop trails provide cool, tranquil hiking, while shoreline strolls offer birding, shell and rock exploration and sweeping views of Puget Sound, Olympic Mountains and Mount Rainier.
Are you happiest in or on the water? Go boating, crabbing, saltwater fishing and sailboarding in Saratoga Passage. Curious about the restored 1930's fishing resort at Cama Beach? Hike the 1-mile trail to check out this neighboring state park.
After a fun day exploring the trails or cavorting in the water, you will probably want to kick back in your forested cabin, pitch your tent or get cozy in your RV. There, you can cook up the delicious crab you have caught, or your dinner of choice, and enjoy a bit of sublime R and R before heading back to the world.
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6. Slab Camp/Deer Ridge Trailhead
Carlsborg, Washington3 Reviews•6 Photos•215 SavesA three unit rustic camping area is adjacent to the parking area.
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Slab Camp Trail #838 - This forested trail descends 3.1 miles to the canyon floor and Gray Wolf River and 5.8 miles to the park boundary via Upper Gray Wolf Trail #834. Slab Camp Trail now serves as the main access to Upper Gray Wolf Trail.
Deer Ridge Trail #846 - This trail is 5.2 miles long and travels through conifer forest with views of the Olympic Peaks at higher elevations. The trail enters Olympic National Park at 3.6 miles and ends at Deer Park.
Deer Ridge and Slab Camp Trails access Buckhorn Wilderness and Olympic National Park.
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7. Lena Lake Campground
Lilliwaup, Washington10 Reviews•30 Photos•142 SavesThis heavily used walk-in campground is accessed by hiking 3.5 miles on Lena Lake Trail #810. This backcountry primitive camping area is located along the west-shore of Lena Lake a large 55 acre lake in the Hamma Hamma drainage at 1,800 feet elevation. There are two pit toilets available on the west and north shores. Camp in designated sites located on either side of the lake. This area is heavily impacted by high visitor use! Campers must be familiar with Leave No Trace principles. Pack out all trash, camp within developed sites, and respect other visitors. From the campground there is access to The Brothers Wilderness via The Brothers Trail #821 which ends at The Brothers Base Camp. Wilderness regulations apply within The Brothers Wilderness. View a Lena Lake Campground vicinity map (.pdf)
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$5 / night
8. Sequim Glamping
Carlsborg, Washington1 Review•14 Photos•99 SavesEnjoy your own private "Glampground" where everything you need for a comfortable stay in the outdoors is set up and ready for you. Serves as a great base camp located within a few miles of Downtown Sequim, Dungeness Spit, Olympic Game Farm, Olympic Discovery Trail, and 15 miles to Port Angeles and entrance to Olympic National Park. Tent: Glamping site includes 1 canvas waterproof bell tent with 1 queen bed, 2 twin beds, sheets, blankets and room for a couple sleeping bags on the floor(6 max in tent). There are string lights and a lamp with usb charging ports for your phone. You can also set up additional tents if needed.($10/person/night beyond 6 people up to 10 people max on site). Water: There will be(2) x 7 gallon jugs of water to use for drinking, cooking, dishes. Dining: The barn serves as a covered dining and food prep area with a countertop and dining table/chairs for 6. We provide a hot water kettle, coffee, and a french press along with plates, bowls, cups, and utensils for up to 10 people, along with tubs for washing/rinsing, and drying. There is also a propane BBQ available to use for cooking and a picnic table outside. Food Storage: There isn't a refrigerator so please bring your own cooler. Shower: There is an outdoor shower tent with hot water. Please bring your own towels and biodegradable soap/shampoo. Toilet: There is a portable toilet(porta potty/sani-hut) for your use. Activities: Enjoy the firepit (please bring your own firewood), hang out in the tree hammock, and play some lawn darts, bocce ball, spike ball or frisbee in the grass. Parking: Parking for up to 3 vehicles Note: Please keep in mind this is an outdoor space and even though we've applied treatment to limit it, there are bugs, spiders and critters about:)
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$85 / night
9. Enchanted Valley — Olympic National Park
Olympic National Forest, Washington6 Reviews•38 Photos•231 Saves- Fires
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10. Graves Creek Campground — Olympic National Park
Quinault, Washington13 Reviews•56 Photos•294 SavesLocated in the Quinault Rain Forest, relax near a serene stream at Graves Creek Campground.
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Recent Tent Reviews in Carlsborg
1474 Reviews of 122 Carlsborg Campgrounds
Nicholas G.
Guide
FS-2292 Dispersed
There was a ton of dispersed sites on this FR
The road was a little rough but my suv made it fine. No signal and got a little snow on the roof in the morning but it was a good spot with a great view.
Amber G.
Traveler
Hilltop Camp on Forest Road 2419
Amazing
Gorgeous little spot off a national forest road. Stunning views, no light pollution or car sounds at night. It’s December so of course it’s a bit cold at night and I’d recommend at least AWD to get up here. Will be back.
- FFrankie S.
Scout
Kayak Point County Park
Beautiful Campground Near Water
There is a trail that leads down to the water or you can hop in your car for a short drive. We did a walk up site and checked in late, the bathrooms were locked due to it being the off season. We had to stop in at the park station and ask the person working for the bathroom code. Peaceful and very pretty trees.
Joshua W.Traveler
Fort Casey Campground
Great spot and quite park
Definitely a nice area to Visit for our first time. Quite and the ferry comes right past the camp ground. Ferry doesn’t blast its horn unless there is a boat in the ferry path. Definitely worth to check out and check out the fort. Showers and nice very clean park.
- BBlaine R.Guide
Heart O' the Hills Campground — Olympic National Park
Amazing spot.
Great spot! What a place.
- SSophia S.Traveler
Minnie Peterson Campground
Beautiful and easy!
Didn’t know what to expect. Needed a place to sleep on the way to the Hoh Rainforest. Site is free with a discover pass which is $30. The site was east to find off the road in the dark. There was only one other group of campers when we arrived, and they’d left by the time we got up. Lots of beautiful old trees draped in moss, nice fire pits, clean pit toilet. It drizzled almost the whole time which was what we were expecting mid October. 10/10 would come again!
I will say we were right off the road which could be more annoying in peak season.
- SSophia S.Traveler
Sadie Creek Campground
Easy and beautiful!
We drove right up. Notice said we needed a discover pass, which we didn’t have, nor did we have enough service to look up what it was. We winged it and and got the pass later in town. $30 for so many sites in WA so worth it. The sites were a bunch of drive ups in a ring with a pit toilet near by. Surrounded by trees and right on the way between Port Ángeles and Cape Flattery. Would do again!
- bbrandon W.Guide
NF-2419 Dispersed Site
Nice free boondocking between Port Angeles and Forks
Not a bad find that doesn't require any permit of any kind which was great! Would stay here again I pitched a tent which was nice and found a spot right by the river.
- JJohnny W.Traveler
Bay View State Park Campground
Absolute we love BAYVIEW
We love this campground our kids love it too. The kiddos always want to go camping here when we ask them!! Great staff really nice campsites. Beautiful beach bring the kites
Laura M.
LegendMinnie Peterson Campground
Free with Discover Pass
Sweet little campground, maybe 10 sites, plus a hiker/biker area, just outside the Hoh section of Olympic National Park. It’s free but you must have the Washington State Discover Pass ($30/year). You’re right in the rain forest and everything is so lush and green and peaceful.
Site #4 is for handicapped use only, until after 6pm when it’s open to all users. So maybe something to check out if you’re don't need a handicapped spot and are arriving late and aren’t sure if there will be any sites. We arrived early afternoon on a Tuesday in mid September and there were 3 or 4 other campers here.
There is no water and no trash service. There is a pit toilet that was so nasty inside- yech. People had also left their garbage bags in the bathroom instead of taking it with them, so disappointing how selfish people can be.
The Verizon phone had absolutely zero reception (most of the area driving in and all of the National Park as well). I didn’t try the cell booster but I suspect it wouldn’t have helped. The ATT phone had weak reception, ok for some slow motion browsing and texting but not enough to stream.
You’re on a moderately busy road that leads to the National Park so there’s some road noise. Very little sun or open sky for solar power or starlink (we don’t have starlink so I don’t know if it would work here).
Brandon K.Guide
Fay Bainbridge Park
Puget Sound visit
Good place for families that looks to be kept really clean. The spaces are packed in fairly tight with no dividing barriers of trees. Campsite 10 looks to be the best as it has a little canopy tree and is in the corner without obstruction for a view of the Puget Sound. Water and electric hookup, picnic table, fire pit at each site with additional bathroom with a shower for the grounds. There is a ship playground for the kids and beach volleyball court. It is nestled back through an area of homes that back up to sites 1-8.
pawanScout
Grand Lake — Olympic National Park
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This is a stunning spot that can be accessed via the Badger Valley Trail, leading through alpine meadows and mobile executor descending steeply into Grand Valley.
Natalie B.Traveler
Bear Creek - State Forest
Great spot
We are here in a 30 foot 5th wheel with no problem. But only maybe 3 sites could accommodate this size.
- JJacob L.Scout
Deception Pass State Park Campground
Serene but not nowhere
This is a beautiful campground with plenty of hiking opportunities and gorgeous views. It’s close to a highway so you can hear the road but not a ton of traffic through the campground. We stayed on the Quarry Pond side which seems a bit smaller and more private. Nice wide open campsites with a power hookup and clean water. Plenty of amenities nearby as well, the 76 gas station on the edge of the campground is full of supplies; food wise and gear wise. Doesn’t feel so isolated and in the middle of nowhere but still plenty out of the city.
Cathy E.TravelerDeception Pass State Park Campground
Peaceful and Beautiful
Beautiful, excellently maintained campground with clean bathrooms and free showers. Setting is really beautiful and there are many things to see and do that are close by. Campsite was immaculate and large with a fire pit and picnic table.
- bbrian B.Scout
Elwha Dam RV Park
Great park
We had a secluded site which is perfect for a dog. It’s quiet in the park and there’s no major highway close by. The staff is great!
Renegade M.TravelerHeart O' the Hills Campground — Olympic National Park
Beautiful campground with onsite Gestapo
After two lovely nights earlier in the week I returned to the Heart O’the Hills campground for my last night of my trip. I found a site I liked, with Devil’s Club behind it and a cool empty tree stump with Salal around and above it. All was well so I thought. Until a couple came by, German maybe, saying I’m in their spot which they already paid for. It says clearly to leave something in a spot chosen which they didn’t. I didn’t know it’s needed to check the (confusing) registration board to see if a site has been taken. It’s a first come campground with no preregistration. Says on the sign to leave something to indicate a site is taken. Also I hadn’t paid yet as I first find an open site, set up everything and make food before too dark. They wanted me to leave the site. I said I really couldn’t. It would be too difficult physically to pack up and move. (Petite 66 yr old female here) Many sites were still available. They were going to see if I can pay for another site they’d take as I suggested. Instead they went to the onsite femi-Nazi attendant. She came to my site while I was still eating demanding that I leave. I said that it would be too difficult. She then threatened to call law enforcement. Clearly I was a criminal to her the way she aggressively verbally abused and threatened me despite me explaining what happened. I still said it would be too difficult for me to pack up and move. She huffed off to ask the couple if they are okay finding another site. If not I would have packed up and left the campground. She returned saying I can stay still aggressively asking why I hadn’t paid yet. I was waiting for the couple to let me know first!!! She basically yelled at me to go pay now. “RIGHT NOW!!!!”- like an unconscious parent ordering their child to do something. Jeez. What the F is wrong with some people? She needs to be head honcho in a military boot camp. Or a prison warden. I stopped at the visitor center on the way out and got contact info to report her. Totally unwarranted treatment of anyone. Very upsetting to be the target energetically of her inferiority complexes which she compensates by abusing and lording (trying to) over others. 😖
- GGarrett B.Guide
Forest Service Road 29 Dispersed Camping Loop
Good for buses and coaches
We just spent the last three nights across the street from this location. There are a few spots for large RVs at this loop, but if it's full, you can go about 100 yards past this loop and across the street to this location (48.0512793, -124.1110441) and there's a lot of room in a large gravel area that is perfect for buses and coaches. We were about to settle for a muddy spot in this loop but luckily we scouted ahead with the toad and found the area across the street. Not as wooded and pretty as the loop area but plenty of level space still available.
- GGarrett B.Guide
FS-2918 Dispersed Site
Looks nice but NOT for big RVs
I usually only stay at the places identified as "Big Rig Friendly" but I gave this location a shot since a review said there were buses that found a spot... we tried it in our 40ft Class A and got pretty jammed up down a narrow road, trying to follow the directions in the comment. Disconnected the toad and ran around trying to find anything that would work but there was nothing for our size. I do not recommend trying if you're in a large Class A.
- cchristineGuide
Whidbey Island Fairgrounds Campsite - TEMPORARILY CLOSED
Funky, convenient
Langley is a great little town. I don’t know why they haven’t done more to develop the campground- all sites are first-come-first served. They did repair the electrical system this year and just reopened. It’s at the fairgrounds on the edge of town, there’s a largely unlandscaped grass field with electrical boxes & (some) water connections. There is a dump out on site and potable water. There are accessible bathrooms and showers nearby. The campground is on a hill above the horse barn and arena, very convenient to the town of Langley, which is delightful. No camp host available, nobody you can call for assistance. Because the campground just reopened, we were the only ones camped most of the 6 days we were here. I love Langley but they are not as tourist-driven as many towns which have campgrounds like this.
- AAron B.Scout
Bear Creek - State Forest
Lovely
First come first serve. Nice little trail down to the river. Scary rollers bring TP
Joshua W.Scout
Elk Lake — Olympic National Park
Fine base camp spot, some site flooding
Camped here for the day hike up to Blue Glacier. The sites are small and somewhat close. Water access easy from streams before and after sites along the trail. Taking your camp gear up to the Glacier Meadows would be significantly more difficult, especially with the ladder.
After we returned from the glacier, we found that our site had mostly flooded from moderate rain. We looked at the few open spots left and found the same issue. Settled for a partially sloped spot just next to a site. Not a fun thing to do after dark after a long day.
- Jamie J.Traveler
Crescent Beach & RV Park
Wow! Absolutely beautiful!
Wether you have a beach view or not your spot will be amazing! The beach access alone is worth the higher cost. Bring quarters for hot showers.
Amber R.TravelerFS-2918 Dispersed Site
Several spots, paved road
The road keeps going and there are many pull offs and forks. Right on the other side of the national park road. Found a spot right by the river.
MikeGuideHeart O' the Hills Campground — Olympic National Park
Lots of great sites!
This is a great campground. We rolled in on a Thursday evening, hoping we were there early enough to snag a spot, since it's all first-come, first-served. There were quite a few to pick from and we ended up with a great spot. By Friday night, there was only a few spots left. The good: flush toilets! We heard owls every night. Also, they have astronomy presentations up at Hurricane Ridge, which is cool. The bad: no showers and the bathrooms in A-Loop were closed for renovation. Also, the fire ban sucked.
- KKenScout
Dosewallips State Park Campground
Well-Kept State Park Campground
I spent three nights (arrived Monday, departed Thursday) at this lovely campground about an hour from my house. The grounds are well-maintained with easy access to some hiking trails that are easy to moderate in difficulty. (If I were in better shape without 50+ years of knee problems, I'd rate all the trails as easy.)
The campsites are a short walk to the Dosewallips River, which is shallow and not very fast this time of year. It's a longer walk to the Hood Canal itself.
You're not going to have a private, quiet, pristine wilderness experience here. US 101 runs through the park next to the campground, and the logging trucks can be quite loud. There are lots of families -- meaning, kids running around and riding bikes -- and the campsites are close to one another without any privacy. But, highway traffic is pretty much nonexistent in the evening and night and the entire camp was pretty quiet by 9 pm every evening.
The camp is arranged in a bunch of loops. The first and last sites in each loop are preferable because of all the open space between the site and the road. The last site -- in my case, No. 20 -- is the best with an RV because the trailer will provide privacy from the adjacent campsite and there's a big space to other sites. (See the attached photo.)
T-Mobile was 2 bars of 4G LTE reception. I have a Pepwave cellular modem in my trailer and had virtually no problem streaming shows.
- GGin R.Traveler
Klahowya Campground
Great place
Loved this place. It was FCFS, but there were many sites. It was on the river and kids swimming and playing. Nice interpretive walk in campground. My only complaint was the vault toilets were nearly full and no toilet paper.
Guide to Carlsborg
Tent camping near Carlsborg, Washington, offers a fantastic opportunity to immerse yourself in nature while enjoying a variety of amenities and activities. With stunning landscapes and well-reviewed campgrounds, you'll find the perfect spot to pitch your tent.
Tent campers should check out local hiking trails
- Explore the beautiful trails at Fort Ebey State Park Campground, where you can enjoy scenic hikes with ocean views and historical features.
- The Dungeness Forks Campground provides access to numerous hiking trails, making it a great base for outdoor adventures in the valley.
- At Lillian — Olympic National Park, the nearby Lillian Ridge Trail offers breathtaking views and opportunities to spot wildlife like mountain goats and Pikas.
Tent campers will appreciate the amenities
- Deer Park Campground — Olympic National Park features clean facilities and a remote setting, perfect for those seeking a peaceful camping experience.
- Enjoy the well-maintained restrooms and picnic areas at Dungeness Forks Campground, which also offers spacious sites near the river.
- The Dosewallips Campground provides essential amenities like toilets and drinking water, ensuring a comfortable stay in the heart of nature.
Tent campers love the unique features
- Experience the historical intrigue and unique layout of Fort Ebey State Park Campground, where some sites are nestled among foliage for added privacy.
- The Slab Camp/Deer Ridge Trailhead offers a quiet atmosphere right at the trailhead, making it ideal for hikers looking to start their adventures early.
- At Kinney Point State Park Campground, enjoy a boat-in-only site with vault toilets and a serene environment, perfect for those seeking a more secluded experience.
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According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular tent campground near Carlsborg, WA is Deer Park Campground — Olympic National Park with a 4.8-star rating from 12 reviews.
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