Looking for the best campgrounds near Darrington, WA? There are tons of hikes and other fun activities to partake in, as well as sights to see and explore. Discover great camping spots near Darrington, reviewed by campers like you.
"We had a site away from the road so minimal road noise. Good connectivity on verizon"
"It’s a nice small campground on the Mountain Loop Highway. It has very dense trees and a small beach on a creek for wading. Hiking trails and a larger river are a short drive away."
$32 - $36 / night
"Clear Creek is only ten minutes or so from Darrington WA. Only 13 campsites with tent pads, picnic tables, and fire rings. Vault toilets were also available."
"It's a beautiful drive. The campground is nestled in some great trees. Only 13 campsites with tent pads, picnic tables, and fire rings."
$32 - $72 / night
"Stopped through here on a trip around the mountain loop. This is in a great location being accessible from the city but near all the great trails in the area."
"This amazing little campground on mountain loop highway has it all."
"These camp sites are located so close to the river that it drowns out any nosy neighbors and it also makes for a nice convenient place to go fishing and camping."
"There’s trash bins located throughout the campground as well as restrooms and shower houses (quarters needed). Dump station is $5. Several free options to pick from based on your setup."
$27 - $58 / night
"The Bedal Campground is off the mountain loop highway in the Mount Baker- Snoqualmie National Forest. Settled in some old Growth forest it provides a good amount of shade to most sites."
"We stayed at this campground two nights as a base camp for some mountain loop highway hiking."
$27 - $54 / night
"The road in is EXTREMELY bumpy, you have to drive really really slow, at least down the right side of the airstrip."
"This campground is easy to find but a long drive into the woods on a bumpy gravel road. I made it in a Camery but it was a bumpy ride."
$37 - $279 / night
"This campground is close to the river and has amazing views. The natural qualities of the alpine river are on full display here."
"Gold Basin Campground is on the Mt Loop highway, in the Mount Baker- Snoqualmie National Forest. It is stunning. I really love this area!"
"Great trails in and near this park we enjoy walking the dogs and riding bikes and watching birds if you like any of these activities this is the place and fairly quiet as well."
"The water hookups were shut off during the time, but we were able to fill up our water tank near the entrance without any trouble."
$27 - $58 / night
"Great access to many Tails along this Rd. 4 Big Mountains is a Must to see , only 1 mile Hike to the Glacier.Next to the Road but very little Traffic. $ 25 a Night with Pass 50 % Off"
"It's a very beautiful drive. Nestled in some great trees, there are 13 sites with shade, right along the river. The camp host was very nice and sold firewood on site."
$30 - $36 / night
"It’s a little close to the road, but most sites are very close to the river so you may not mind. Simple campground with pit toilets and water spigots, plus fire rings, but not much else."
"A number of them have paths to the river, but if you don’t have one of these sites it can be kind of awkward to get down there. But the river is always beautiful and the campground is always clean."
TravelerReally enjoyed our camping here. Careful if you have a longer trailer 24+ as some of the roads through the grounds have very tight corners with trees on each side.
TravelerOur last visit here there were many spaces where the electricity wasnt working and the dump station was out of order. We were quite disappointed
ScoutWent there to stay during the Northwest Fiber event, June 5-8, 2025. Stayed in RV-2 campground area because we thought this would be convenient to the event.
First, there are lousy amenities, as in basically none except a porta-potty. No functional dump station. Biggest issues are:
The toilet / shower building is a hike from the campground and is LOCKED during the night and even during the day on random days. On a Sunday afternoon at 2 PM it was locked. This is stupid because you need a code to get in so it's always locked, yet the facility personnel lock it with a deadbolt so NOBODY can get in, even with a code.
We stayed Thursday - Monday and for 12 hours on Saturday and on Sunday there were car races going on 150 yards away with a bunch of Trump supporting yahoos roaring around in souped up very noisy cars all day long. My sound meter read 100 Db at my campsite for 12 hours straight. Dust, noise and smell of burning oil and gasoline were annoying.
Porta-potty, the only option for relieving oneself when the shower and toilet building was locked (which was most of the time) was filthy and disgusting.
In summary, a major waste of money and a crap camping experience. Would not stay here again.
TravelerThe site is surrounded by moss covered trees. The fire pit has an adjustable grill over it. There’s potable water spigots around the campground as well
ScoutWas in a pinch for a new camp spot, as the dispersed camp site area I planned on staying at had just gotten robbed.
Camp hosts were exceptionally sweet and older but awesome! $24 a night for tent camping. Tent sites line the river bank! Awesome grassy, shaded area with a picnic table, fire pit, and a “camp grill” !!!
ScoutCreek in the backyard, nice and secluded. Do have to bring tote up to bo w location. Great showers.
ScoutDriving through the area on the way back from camping in a different area, my wife and I were pleasantly surprised to find a well kept small campground by the lake. And… an available site on the water. Our spot (site #3) was tucked away in low area by the water. Semi-private and peaceful. Perfect space for 2-4 people to camp. The fire pit setup was perfectly sized and shielded from wind. The only downside (which is a stretch to find a downside) were the bugs. And there somewhat steep walk downhill from parking to the site.
GuideIncredible campground with great amenities, but it is loud and busy due to all the guests.
ScoutService road with no pull outs on side to set up. Further past pin drop, there is a large field. Will need a high clearance vehicle to get through. There is a dead end on loop, lots of trees down.
Camping near Darrington, Washington, offers a fantastic escape into nature with stunning views and plenty of outdoor activities. Whether you're looking for a peaceful retreat or an adventure-filled getaway, this area has something for everyone.
Camping near Darrington, Washington, is a great way to enjoy the outdoors, with plenty of options for families, RVers, and nature lovers alike.
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According to TheDyrt.com, Darrington, WA offers a wide range of camping options, with 325 campgrounds and RV parks near Darrington, WA and 21 free dispersed camping spots.
According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Darrington, WA is Squire Creek Park & Campground with a 4-star rating from 9 reviews.
According to TheDyrt.com, there are 21 free dispersed camping spots near Darrington, WA.
According to TheDyrt.com, there are 10 parks near Darrington, WA that allow camping, notably Bankhead National Forest and Chugach National Forest.
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