Top Tent Camping near Covington, WA

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Best Tent Sites Near Covington, WA (76)

    Camper-submitted photo from White River Dispersed Camping
    Camper-submitted photo from White River Dispersed Camping
    Camper-submitted photo from White River Dispersed Camping
    Camper-submitted photo from White River Dispersed Camping
    Camper-submitted photo from White River Dispersed Camping
    Camper-submitted photo from White River Dispersed Camping

    1. White River Dispersed Camping

    19 Reviews
    58 Photos
    716 Saves

    The historic Mather Memorial Parkway (State Route 410) is the gateway to a recreational haven. On a clear day, enjoy spectacular views of Mt. Rainier. For more excitement, take a spin in the off-road vehicle area at Evans Creek, or zip down the slopes of Crystal Mountain Ski Area. Or if you prefer solitude, escape into the solace of the forest and leave the world behind. Mather Memorial Parkway Created in 1931, this paved two-lane classic Cascades drive along Highway 410 from Enumclaw to the eastern edge of Mount Rainier National Park presents majestic views of Mount Rainier and surrounding peaks. More than 200 miles of trails accommodate hikers, horses and mountain bikes. Drive, hike or ride to the Suntop Lookout Cabin at the top of Forest Road 7315. Choose a primitive campsite along forest roads east and west of the parkway. In November buy a permit at the Enumclaw office and take the family out to the woods to cut your own Christmas tree. Most forest roads are unpaved and minimally maintained. Cell phones have limited coverage in the mountains. Dispersed camping is the term used for camping in the National Forest OUTSIDE of a designated campground. Typically, it refers to roadside car camping, but also refers to backpacking in undeveloped sites. Dispersed camping means there are no services like trash removal, and amenities such as toilets, tables and fire pits, are not usually available. It is your responsibility to plan ahead and learn the extra skills necessary for dispersed camping. Camping rules and regulations apply to make your experience safe, and to keep the natural resources scenic and unspoiled for other campers. Dispersed camping along Forest Service roads is allowed where there is adequate space to safely park completely off the roadway and not on any vegetation. Whether car camping or backpacking, choose an existing campsite on bare or compacted soil. Unless signed as an area where a fee is required, dispersed camping is free. Dispersed camping is prohibited in developed campgrounds and areas posted closed or no camping. Some designated Wilderness areas have additional restrictions.

    • Pets
    • Phone Service
    • RVs
    • Tents
    • Dispersed
    • Alcohol
    Camper-submitted photo from Mowich Lake Campground - Mount Rainier National Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Mowich Lake Campground - Mount Rainier National Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Mowich Lake Campground - Mount Rainier National Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Mowich Lake Campground - Mount Rainier National Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Mowich Lake Campground - Mount Rainier National Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Mowich Lake Campground - Mount Rainier National Park

    2. Mowich Lake Campground - Mount Rainier National Park

    13 Reviews
    39 Photos
    98 Saves

    The campground at Mowich Lake is the smallest of the four camping areas within the boundaries of Mount Rainier National Park. The road is unpaved after the first three miles and may be rough. Also, this is a walk-in campground only and fires are not allowed. With all that said, however, it just may be the most pristine and beautiful place to pitch a tent you’ll ever come across, with one of the most magnificent views of the mountain that you’ll find anywhere.

    • ADA Access
    • Tents
    • Group
    • Dispersed
    • Trash
    • Picnic Table
    Camper-submitted photo from Ipsut Creek Backcountry Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Ipsut Creek Backcountry Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Ipsut Creek Backcountry Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Ipsut Creek Backcountry Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Ipsut Creek Backcountry Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Ipsut Creek Backcountry Campground

    3. Ipsut Creek Backcountry Campground

    10 Reviews
    15 Photos
    93 Saves

    Tents only. Backcountry camping permits are available from the Carbon River Ranger Station (360) 829-9639.

    • Reservable
    • Tents
    • Group
    • Picnic Table
    • Toilets
    Camper-submitted photo from Blake Island State Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Blake Island State Park

    4. Blake Island State Park

    3 Reviews
    2 Photos
    86 Saves
    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
    • Tents

    $12 - $45 / night

    Camper-submitted photo from Hollyhock Farm
    Camper-submitted photo from Hollyhock Farm
    Camper-submitted photo from Hollyhock Farm
    Camper-submitted photo from Hollyhock Farm
    Camper-submitted photo from Hollyhock Farm
    Camper-submitted photo from Hollyhock Farm

    5. Hollyhock Farm

    1 Review
    8 Photos
    43 Saves

    Hollyhock Farm is a diverse family farm on the hills of the Snoqualmie Valley. We raise a variety of animals using ethical methods that work with nature for the health of our farm and surrounding forest lands. We offer two campsites, as well as a tiny cabin. All of our listings have a toilet available for use, trash disposal on site, potable water, and campfires are permitted (outside of burn bans. Please note that pets are not permitted. We have created an additional 1/3 mile nature trail loop for campers to explore our forest. Blackberry picking in season! Those interested in the farm itself can contact the hosts for additional info. There is an old railroad grade walking/biking trail nearby that runs up and down the length of the Snoqualmie valley. The Snoqualmie river also offers boating, floating, and swimming opportunities. The town of Duvall is 5min away and has restaurants, shopping, and a micro brewery.

    • Fires
    • Reservable
    • Tents
    • Cabins
    • Trash
    • Drinking Water

    $35 - $65 / night

    Camper-submitted photo from Eagles Roost Camp
    Camper-submitted photo from Eagles Roost Camp
    Camper-submitted photo from Eagles Roost Camp
    Camper-submitted photo from Eagles Roost Camp
    Camper-submitted photo from Eagles Roost Camp
    Camper-submitted photo from Eagles Roost Camp

    6. Eagles Roost Camp

    3 Reviews
    38 Photos
    103 Saves

    A backcountry campsite on the Spray Park Trail in Mount Rainier National Park.

    • Tents
    • Group
    • Standard (Tent/RV)
    • Dispersed
    • Toilets
    Camper-submitted photo from Carbon River Camp
    Camper-submitted photo from Carbon River Camp
    Camper-submitted photo from Carbon River Camp
    Camper-submitted photo from Carbon River Camp
    Camper-submitted photo from Carbon River Camp
    Camper-submitted photo from Carbon River Camp

    7. Carbon River Camp

    3 Reviews
    11 Photos
    27 Saves

    Part of the Northern Loop Trail in Mount Rainier National Park.

    • Reservable
    • Tents
    • Group
    • Toilets
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      8. Pratt Lake

      1 Review
      32 Saves

      The Pratt Lake Trail leads to a number of areas, offering almost unlimited possibilities for hiking, fishing and scrambling. Pass the junction with Granite Mountain Trail 1016 at milepost 0.9. At three miles a junction on the left takes you to Talapus and Olallie Lakes within Alpine Lakes Wilderness. Both lakes are very popular day-hike destinations and heavily used. At milepost 4.0 the trail splits and Mount Defiance Trail 1009 continues straight along the ridge above Talapus Lake, whereas the Pratt Lake trail turns to the right, dropping into the Pratt Lake basin. The Pratt Lake Trail ends here, becoming Melakwa Trail 1011 near the Pratt Lake outlet at an unmarked junction with Pratt River Trail 1035. Camp here or continue to Lower Tuscohatchie Lake on the Melakwa Lake Trail for more camp spots if Pratt Lake is crowded. Please refer to Wilderness Regulations: https://www.fs.usda.gov/detail/mbs/specialplaces/?cid=fsbdev7_001639

      • Pets
      • Tents
      • Dispersed
      • Drinking Water
      • Alcohol
      Camper-submitted photo from Meadow Landing on Forest Road 7200
      Camper-submitted photo from Meadow Landing on Forest Road 7200
      Camper-submitted photo from Meadow Landing on Forest Road 7200
      Camper-submitted photo from Meadow Landing on Forest Road 7200
      Camper-submitted photo from Meadow Landing on Forest Road 7200
      Camper-submitted photo from Meadow Landing on Forest Road 7200
      Camper-submitted photo from Owhi Campground
      Camper-submitted photo from Owhi Campground
      Camper-submitted photo from Owhi Campground
      Camper-submitted photo from Owhi Campground
      Camper-submitted photo from Owhi Campground
      Camper-submitted photo from Owhi Campground

      10. Owhi Campground

      7 Reviews
      35 Photos
      317 Saves

      BEAR WARNING: bears frequent this area, make sure to store food and garbage properly

      This walk-in campground on Cooper Lake offers 22 tent-only sites.

      • Pets
      • Fires
      • Tents
      • Group
      • Equestrian
      • Trash

      $14 / night

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    Recent Tent Reviews In Covington

    1048 Reviews of 76 Covington Campgrounds


    • DThe Dyrt PRO User
      Camper-submitted photo from Lodgepole Campground (washington)
      Oct. 23, 2024

      Lodgepole Campground (washington)

      Great campground we have stayed at several times.

      This is a newer campground with spacious and private sites away from the river.  Sites at riverside are narrow, long, flat, but not so private.  While the outhouses in general are pristine, by late summer those in the lower loop are usually over full, you would be better of with a bucket.  That said, we need an ADA site and the ADA and a few of the other accessible sites here are very good.  This is always on our short notice list of great places to relax.

    • TThe Dyrt PRO User
      Camper-submitted photo from Middle Fork Campground
      Oct. 19, 2024

      Middle Fork Campground

      Quick Escape

      Glad they reopened this campground - it’s a nice quick escape from the city with plenty of accessible / semi accessible trails nearby. Sites are pretty basic, but have a bear locker.

    • Abrianna M.The Dyrt PRO User
      Camper-submitted photo from South Fork Snoqualmie River Dispersed Site
      Oct. 5, 2024

      South Fork Snoqualmie River Dispersed Site

      Beautiful but creepy

      Nice area by a creek, very peaceful and quiet during the day, a ton of people around and lots of passerby’s. As soon as it got dark, someone decided to sneak around my campsite with a flashlight and stand outside my tent for some time. Packed up quick and zoomed out of there, very uncomfortable and would not recommend for solo campers.

    • AThe Dyrt PRO User
      Camper-submitted photo from Money Creek Campground
      Oct. 5, 2024

      Money Creek Campground

      Convenient and Beautiful

      I just can’t say enough about this campsite. I wound up staying here 4 to 5 days at a time over the course of two months because I loved it so much. It’s private. The spaces allow you to have a certain level of intimacy. They have bathrooms, water, and gray water dump, the host Marissa is just a complete awesome doll. It’s convenient to drive into because it’s right off the highway and about five minutes or so is the town of Skykomish with an incredible deli library a laundromat and a coffee shop I hope to visit here many more times, but I absolutely love it. Oh and cell reception is pretty good. Best we stayed at. For both Google Fi and, Verizon.

    • Brandon K.The Dyrt PRO User
      Camper-submitted photo from Fay Bainbridge  Park
      Sep. 30, 2024

      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.

    • James B.The Dyrt PRO User
      Camper-submitted photo from Meadow Landing on Forest Road 7200
      Sep. 26, 2024

      Meadow Landing on Forest Road 7200

      Beautiful morning view of Mount Rainier

      Our daughter told us about this place. You have to climb up a narrow gravel road to get here. A drive leads out to a flat area with a fire pit It was raining when we pulled in, so views were limited. In the clear morning, we got a beautiful view of Mount Rainier. We got decent Starlink signal with a bar of Verizon. Spot would be perfect except prior campers left toilet paper around a bush.

    • Zarek A.The Dyrt PRO User
      Camper-submitted photo from Elkamp Eastcreek
      Sep. 14, 2024

      Elkamp Eastcreek

      Best. Spot. Ever.

      Went here for a social event and had a blast. Big sites with lovely paths between, wonderful shop with firewood available at any hour (just square up when the place is actually open), clean plumbed bathrooms and a coin operated shower at $0.50/minute. There’s a beautiful meadow, a creek, huge trees. The owners are incredibly friendly and the place is very dog friendly.

    • Josh S.The Dyrt PRO User
      Camper-submitted photo from White River Dispersed Camping
      Sep. 10, 2024

      White River Dispersed Camping

      Could be beautiful

      We intended to stay a week, left after 4 days. Could be a beautiful place if not for people.

      Pros:
      Open space, plenty of room Beautiful View Near the park

      Cons:

      Crowded, even mid week we had close neighbors

      Party spot, loud people with loud music

      Dirty, we picked up an entire garbage bag of trash just in the spot we were at. Much more in the rest of the area.

      Road noise, you're literally right off the road

      River is nice, but it's a glacial run off so it's definitely not a swimming area (dirty)

      Road in is super rough

      Again, overall it could be a nice place. We stayed Wednesday through Saturday after labor day. So not "peak" season and the place was absolutely trashed. Feces, TP, beer cans and bottles, food trash, even car parts litter the area. We did a clean up but barely made a dent.

      The first night was quiet and then some locals came and you could tell it was a party area. Loud music, dogs off leash, close neighbors.

      We ended up leaving Saturday because it just wasn't enjoyable.

    • M
      Camper-submitted photo from White River Dispersed Camping
      Sep. 9, 2024

      White River Dispersed Camping

      Amazing

      Right off the main road, but several sweet camping spots more tucked away and along the river. I’d definitely recommend a higher clearance vehicle if you want to camp deeper near the river due to rocks and tree roots. People need to clean up after themselves though. We pulled up to a spot that was thrashed. That is how free things get shut down.

    • Jonathan H.The Dyrt PRO User
      Camper-submitted photo from Game Farm Wilderness Campground
      Sep. 7, 2024

      Game Farm Wilderness Campground

      Arrived just a few min too late...

      This looked like a pretty good campground. I could see open tenting spots from the road, even! But I was unable to get in early in the evening with nowhere else to go. Too strict!

    • B
      Camper-submitted photo from White River Dispersed Camping
      Sep. 3, 2024

      White River Dispersed Camping

      Beautiful spot!

      This place was gorgeous. Right off a busy road but with being right by the water it tunes out the noise of the traffic. Plenty of spots and can drive in further to be more secluded if needed.

    • B
      Camper-submitted photo from NF-52 Dispersed Camping
      Sep. 3, 2024

      NF-52 Dispersed Camping

      Beautiful views but semi busy road

      Got here around sunset. Looks like some good camping spots to walk into. Beautiful view of Rainier. There was a little bit of traffic but nothing crazy. Would stay here again.

    • AThe Dyrt PRO User
      Camper-submitted photo from White River Dispersed Camping
      Sep. 2, 2024

      White River Dispersed Camping

      Fantastic camping spot

      We had a bit of trouble finding it at first (came from the south of white river), but the little shop down the street has WiFi and we weren’t too far from the entrance. Lots of places to camp, friendly visitors, and overall pretty quiet even with the road right there. The river is so peaceful! Bring a ground sheet for your tents, lots of twigs and foliage.

    • BMRTV
      Camper-submitted photo from Carbon River
      Sep. 1, 2024

      Carbon River

      Tons of places to camp, can be a party spo5

      I came on a Friday so i could get up early to go hiking. I put up my hammock around 7pm, nobody's else there. Around 9-11pm a few people including a 5th wheel arrived and spent a bunch of time moving that around. They ran their generator, lights and music until 2:30am. My bad for coming on a Friday. Woke up to a beautiful sunrise and spent time on the bridge taking photos before riding up the gravel road up to the Summit Lake hike.

      Lots of spots along the road which I'll utilize next time to avoid the party :)

    • Holbrook P.
      Camper-submitted photo from NF-52 Dispersed Camping
      Aug. 31, 2024

      NF-52 Dispersed Camping

      Amazing Spot Outside of Rainier

      We found an awesome walk in spot a little bit earlier on on the forest road before these actual coordinates. While we didn't have the comfota of our car parked right next to us, we had spectacular views of Mt. Rainier, easy access down to the river, and a fire pit. Unreal spot about 10-15 drive to the entrance of the park. Paved road all the way.

    • cThe Dyrt PRO User
      Camper-submitted photo from Whidbey Island Fairgrounds Campsite
      Aug. 28, 2024

      Whidbey Island Fairgrounds Campsite

      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.

    • S
      Camper-submitted photo from NF-52 Dispersed Camping
      Aug. 22, 2024

      NF-52 Dispersed Camping

      Easy to find

      It was a pretty good stay, it was easy to find a spot. We just pulled over and set up a tent. A little buggy and it’s not a super special spot to camp but it was a nice stay.

    • Lets Go O.
      Camper-submitted photo from Kachess Lake Lakebed
      Aug. 16, 2024

      Kachess Lake Lakebed

      Land Destruction

      Up to $5,000 fines for litter and $10,000 for illegal fire (plus up to a year jail time) now enforced!

      People are destroying this lake. There is NO legal driving in the lake bed, even when the water is low. The lake bed is spawning grounds for the endangered Bull Trout. The lake nearby, Kacheless, is now closed due to people driving in the lake bed.

      There are also burn bans July-September due to extremely high fire danger. Mountains of garbage around due to no garbage services, and human feces everywhere.

      PACK IT IN, PACK IT OUT. Respect the land on which you travel, or this too will be closed down.

    • KThe Dyrt PRO User
      Camper-submitted photo from Camp Lakeview
      Aug. 15, 2024

      Camp Lakeview

      Awesome place!

      I came for my birthday and had a great time. Staff was so friendly and helpful, and the place was clean. They have a little store in case you forget something and firewood that’s way cheaper than buying elsewhere. People were fishing, paddle boarding and swimming. I would absolutely go stay there again!

    • KThe Dyrt PRO User
      Camper-submitted photo from Dosewallips State Park
      Aug. 12, 2024

      Dosewallips State Park

      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.

    • AThe Dyrt PRO User
      Camper-submitted photo from Cove RV Park & Country Store
      Aug. 9, 2024

      Cove RV Park & Country Store

      Great Customer Service

      Mike and the ladies in the office just great people, very helpful and friendly

      Small park, a little road noise but nothing that bothered us, will stay here again.

      Had full hook up, everything worked as it should.

      The store has a good stock of stuff.



    Guide to Covington

    Camping near Covington, WA, offers a great mix of outdoor fun and relaxation. With several campgrounds nearby, you can find the perfect spot to enjoy nature, whether you're in a tent, RV, or looking for a unique glamping experience.

    What to do:

    • Hiking and Wildlife Watching: Many campgrounds have trails where you can hike and spot local wildlife. For example, at Dash Point State Park Campground, one reviewer mentioned, "Several miles of hiking trails and chances to see wildlife or catch frogs."
    • Beach Activities: If you love the beach, check out Penrose Point State Park Campground. A visitor shared, "Trails for hiking and beach walks are clean and easy to navigate."
    • Fishing and Boating: Many campgrounds are near water, perfect for fishing or kayaking. At Kanaskat-Palmer State Park, one camper noted, "Great fishing down on the river."

    What campers like:

    • Clean Facilities: Campers appreciate well-maintained restrooms and campsites. A review for Middle Fork Campground stated, "The bathrooms were spotless."
    • Spacious Sites: Many campgrounds offer roomy sites that provide privacy. A visitor at Silver Springs Campground mentioned, "Every site seemed to have plenty of space and was far enough from the other sites."
    • Family-Friendly Atmosphere: Campgrounds like Belfair State Park Campground are great for families. One reviewer said, "The kids spent most days playing in the river or at the beach."

    What you should know:

    • Noise Levels: Some campgrounds can get noisy, especially during peak seasons. A camper at Fay Bainbridge Park noted, "The campground was loud BUT it was full of happy campers."
    • Limited Amenities: Not all campgrounds have full amenities. For instance, Tinkham Campground lacks drinking water and electric hookups, so plan accordingly.
    • Wildlife Encounters: Be prepared for wildlife. A visitor at Middle Fork Campground mentioned, "There was a small black bear in my campsite one morning, but he was gathering berries and did not bother me."

    Tips for camping with families:

    • Choose Family-Friendly Campgrounds: Look for places with playgrounds and activities for kids. Belfair State Park Campground has a playground, making it a hit with families.
    • Plan for Rain: Washington weather can be unpredictable. A camper at Denny Creek Campground said, "Being surrounded by huge trees made it really cozy" during rainy days.
    • Pack Snacks and Games: Keep kids entertained with snacks and games. One family at Kanaskat-Palmer State Park enjoyed their time, saying, "We had a very enjoyable weekend back to camping."

    Tips from RVers:

    • Check Site Size: Make sure your RV fits the site. A reviewer at Tinkham Campground mentioned, "Spacious campsites with a decent amount of privacy."
    • Look for Electric Hookups: If you need power, choose campgrounds that offer electric hookups. Dash Point State Park Campground has electric hookups available.
    • Be Mindful of Road Conditions: Some campgrounds may have rough access roads. A visitor at Tinkham Campground noted, "The road was full of deep dips and bumps throughout."

    Camping near Covington, WA, is a fantastic way to enjoy the great outdoors with family and friends. Whether you're looking for a peaceful retreat or an adventure-filled getaway, there's something for everyone in this beautiful region.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    • Which is the most popular tent campsite near Covington, WA?

      According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular tent campground near Covington, WA is White River Dispersed Camping with a 4.5-star rating from 19 reviews.

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