Best Glamping near Covington, WA
Kanaskat-Palmer State Park houses several luxury yurts nestled among tall trees just an hour from Seattle, offering a premium glamping experience with a balance of comfort and natural immersion. The yurts feature comfortable beds, electricity, and heating, providing essential amenities while maintaining a connection to the surrounding forest environment. A visitor noted, "We decided to enjoy four nights in their yurts between the fall and winter transition season and I was very impressed to see that the bathrooms and showers were still very clean." Each site offers good privacy with vegetation between units, making it ideal for those seeking a secluded retreat. Tolt MacDonald Park also provides glamping accommodations with similar amenities, including yurts with picnic tables, electric hookups, and convenient access to drinking water and shower facilities.
The Green River flows adjacent to Kanaskat-Palmer's glamping sites, creating opportunities for watching kayakers navigate the rapids or finding peaceful fishing spots along the shoreline. Short hiking trails connect directly from the glamping area to river access points, perfect for wading or observing salmon swimming upstream during migration season. According to a camper, "Each site seems to have a trail connecting to the outer trail that runs along the river—big entertainment for three boys who explored the woods and played on the rocks and in the eddy pools." For water recreation, Deep Lake is just a 10-minute drive away, offering swimming and paddleboarding opportunities. The boutique camping experience includes clean, heated individual bathrooms with private showers, addressing a common concern for glampers seeking comfort without sacrificing the outdoor experience. Though close to urban areas, these domes and pods create a sense of remoteness with excellent forest coverage and wildlife viewing.
