Best Cabin Camping near Deer Harbor, WA

Several cabin accommodations are available near Deer Harbor on Washington's San Juan Islands, offering options from rustic to fully furnished. Lakedale Resort provides cabins with electricity, private decks, and proximity to three lakes for swimming and boating. Doe Bay Resort & Retreat features cliffside cabins with stunning water views and access to their renowned hot springs and spa facilities. "The cliffside yurts are amazing and the views are even better," according to one visitor who particularly enjoyed the resort's amenities. West Beach Resort offers waterfront cabins with basic kitchenettes, picnic tables, and fire rings, while Lopez Farm Cottages provides more secluded cabin options set among trees.

Rustic and deluxe cabins are both available, depending on the location. Most properties require advance reservations, especially during summer months when ferry traffic to the islands increases. Bay View State Park Campground and Deception Pass State Park both offer cabin options with varying levels of amenities, from basic shelter to more comfortable accommodations with beds and electricity. Pet policies vary by location, with some cabins being specifically designated as pet-friendly. "We stayed in one of the pet-friendly cabins which was an extra bonus!" noted a visitor to Fidalgo Bay Resort.

Most cabins include beds but require visitors to bring their own linens, towels, and toiletries. Kitchen facilities range from basic counters with microwaves to fully equipped kitchenettes with refrigerators and stovetops. On-site markets at resorts like Lakedale and Doe Bay offer basic provisions, though prices are typically higher than mainland stores. Many cabins feature outdoor amenities including picnic tables, fire pits, and barbecue grills. Depending on the season, firewood may be available for purchase at the campground, or visitors may need to bring their own or purchase from nearby stores.

Best Cabin Sites Near Deer Harbor, Washington (44)

    1. Deception Pass State Park Campground

    111 Reviews
    Anacortes, WA
    22 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."

    2. Lakedale Resort

    9 Reviews
    Friday Harbor, WA
    5 miles
    Website
    +1 (800) 617-2267

    "Glamping at its finest! King size bed was super comfy. We had a huge deck overlooking one of the three lakes."

    "The campground has a great location and is easily accessible from all that the San Juan Island has to offer."

    3. Birch Bay State Park Campground

    34 Reviews
    Blaine, WA
    23 miles
    Website
    +1 (888) 226-7688

    "The lots are pretty close together but it has everything you need--large picnic table, fire pit with grill, parking, and a good area for your tent."

    "Once you're into the campground however, it's like you are in a place far off the beaten path. I was amazed at how quiet and peaceful it is."

    4. Bay View State Park Campground

    33 Reviews
    Anacortes, WA
    26 miles
    Website
    +1 (360) 757-0227

    $12 - $75 / night

    "We actually stayed at the cabins rather than in a tent. The views of the bay from the cabin were great."

    "Some of the sites are close together (for a WA state park) but the sites are still private by normal RV park standards. The location is excellent and the rangers are nice."

    5. West Beach Resort

    2 Reviews
    Eastsound, WA
    5 miles
    Website
    +1 (360) 376-2240

    "Basically spaced out in a yelped like setting. Half are up against the trees and the rest dispersed in a yard area. Beach is nice and private. Boats and fishing equipment for rent."

    6. Lopez Farm Cottages & Tent Camping

    1 Review
    Lopez Island, WA
    7 miles
    Website
    +1 (360) 468-3555

    $58 - $185 / night

    "Hello and welcome to my review on Lopez farm cottages and tent camping. My name is Aaron Wakefield. I am a new member to theDyrt community."

    7. Doe Bay Resort & Retreat

    2 Reviews
    Olga, WA
    10 miles
    Website
    +1 (360) 376-2291

    "Spent a few nights here with a book and had the best time! “On grid” yurts have electricity. No water so bring your own or grab at the market. The market was really convenient."

    "Campground Review: A two hour drive from Seattle will land you at the Anacortes Ferry Terminal where you'll be just a boat ride away from beautiful Orcas Island."

    8. North Whidbey RV Park

    7 Reviews
    Oak Harbor, WA
    23 miles
    Website
    +1 (360) 675-9597

    "We called early afternoon and asked if they had a space for that night for a fifth wheel with total rig length 53ft. Nice grass around all the campsites, 50 Amp electricity, water and sewer."

    "The location is fantastic for access To Oak Harbor, Anacortes and Deception Pass State Park. We spent the weekend here with my sister and her family who rented one of the cabins at the RV Park."

    9. Beach Campground — Fort Worden Historical State Park

    33 Reviews
    Port Townsend, WA
    35 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."

    10. Thousand Trails La Conner

    11 Reviews
    La Conner, WA
    25 miles
    Website
    +1 (888) 707-1477

    "Campground located on the ocean. Some full hook ups, cabins, club house. Most sites treed although an area of parking lot type spots as well."

    "Near the water and shared by the local tribe. This is a very special place to stay."

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Cabin Reviews near Deer Harbor, WA

475 Reviews of 44 Deer Harbor 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!

  • 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.

  • 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!

  • L
    Jun. 29, 2021

    Hidden Village RV Park & Campground

    Great price, very nice manager lady.

    I rented a long term space here for over 2 years while working in Washington. Price was by far the best around. It's a very good sized place with spaces to accommodate even the largest trailers. Even when full there's room to maneuver.Full hookups, wifi, bathrooms, shower, laundry room, swimming pool. Has seperate parking for boats, utility trailers etc. Lots of big trees around for a fair amount of shade. Is pet friendly. Manager lady is very nice. Has a separate non power section for tents or dry camping. It's not the fanciest but for the price is great.

  • 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!

  • 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!

  • 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!

  • Lee D.The Dyrt PRO User
    May. 5, 2022

    West Beach Resort

    Nice but pricey

    General: West Beach Resort offers a variety of accommodations from tent sites to water/electric sites to tent cabins to regular cabins. It is situated right on the water where you can enjoy ice cream, cocktails, and popcorn (popcorn is free) at sunset during the summer. Much about this resort is nice but at almost $80 per night for a campsite (water and electric), it is pricier than we are used to paying. However, there are limited options for camping on the island and it was high season when we were there. While Moran State Park is nice, there are no hookups, further reducing your options. 

    Site Quality: The water and electric sites have rock/gravel driveways. Some have trees separating them from others, but many do not have any separation/privacy between sites. All can accommodate a vehicle and RV and/or tent. Site 47 was nice as it had only tent sites on one side and a good amount of space on the other. You should be aware that for many of the sites (not 47), the hookups are on the “wrong” side, necessitating driving your RV in rather than backing in. This makes it challenging when it comes time to unhook and then re-hook when leaving the site, especially for larger rigs. The other challenge is that there is no dump station or sewer hookups. This was not an issue for us in our camper van but people in RVs should be aware of this. 

    Bathhouse: The women’s bathhouse was reasonable with three stalls, three sinks, and two showers. There was a bench at one end. Lighting was not quite sufficient, especially in the showers as I discovered when I took one at 8 pm one night! Also, the showers cost $.50 for 90 seconds. With the price of the campsite, it would have been nice to not have to pay extra for the showers. 

    Activities: Many activities are available, but all are on the pricey side (ex: a SUP rental for one hour is $25; kayak and whale watching and kayak tours cost over$100). You can bring your own toys and also fish from the dock. There is a small shop with gifts and sundries. There is a hot tub, but it comes with an extra cost. There is a small beach but not suitable for beach walks. Be aware that the ferry terminal if you want to explore other islands is about a 20-minute drive and the town of Eastsound is about three miles away. We rented bikes in town and rode back and forth but be aware that there are hills and sections of the road with narrow or no shoulder. Orcas Island Pottery is less than a mile(an easy walk) and a definite not-miss (closed on Mondays). 

    This was our fifth time in the San Juan Islands, and we enjoy the area very much. While we enjoyed our time at West Beach, considering the price, the extras costing additional, and some of the less desirable sites, it merited three instead of four stars in my opinion.


Guide to Deer Harbor

Cabin accommodations near Deer Harbor, Washington range from simple structures to modern offerings with views of the Puget Sound and surrounding islands. Located on Orcas Island in the San Juan archipelago, the area features a temperate maritime climate with summer highs around 70°F and winter temperatures rarely dropping below freezing. Winter cabin rentals typically require advance booking due to reduced ferry schedules to the islands between October and April.

What to do

Kayaking and marine wildlife: 3 lakes for paddling at Lakedale Resort provide calm waters for beginners and families. "We rented a paddle boat one day and a row boat a different day. We had an amazing time," shares Russel, who visited with family. Stand-up paddleboarding is also available for more experienced water enthusiasts.

Winter hiking: Quarry Pond trails remain open year-round at Deception Pass State Park Campground. "Even though the weather was wet and cold the campground was far from empty during our stay... trails to the bridge and beaches leave from right next to the sites," notes camper Erica G., who appreciated the convenience of winter accessibility.

Beach walks and lighthouse visits: Shoreline explorations are popular at cabins with water access. "You are also close to the Point Wilson Lighthouse. Even in winter, the park was busy with people during the day," reports Christina F. about her January cabin stay. Most beaches in the area consist of rock and pebble rather than sand, so appropriate footwear is recommended.

What campers like

Quiet mornings by the water: Waterfront cabins offer direct views across bays and inlets. "We ended up in site #233 and it was perfect. Totally tucked away in the trees with soft ground and simple surroundings," states Travis D., who enjoyed the forest camping options. Morning fog often creates dramatic scenery as it lifts from the water.

Clear night skies for stargazing: Island locations mean minimal light pollution at Bay View State Park Campground. "We had beautifully clear skies and little light pollution so it was really nice for stargazing," mentions Christina F. about her winter cabin experience. The park's cabins provide comfortable viewing platforms on clear nights.

Wildlife encounters: Deer, otters, marine birds and occasionally orcas can be spotted from cabin sites. "We ended a two week long sea kayaking expedition here in the fall. It's a large park with a lot of room," explains Sarah C., who enjoyed the natural surroundings. Wildlife viewing is best at dawn and dusk when animals are most active.

What you should know

Navy jet noise: Several cabin locations experience periodic aircraft sounds. "Definitely worth a stay with its 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," advises Will L. about his stay at Deception Pass State Park Campground.

Winter accessibility considerations: Many facilities reduce hours or close completely in off-season. "The only campground open in the winter at Deception Pass State Park is the Quarry Pond area," notes Erica G., providing helpful seasonal information for winter cabin seekers.

Ferry planning required: Island access depends entirely on Washington State Ferries. "We stayed at the cabins rather than in a tent. The views of the bay from the cabin were great," shares Jen D., who also mentioned planning her visit around ferry schedules. Reservations for vehicles are strongly recommended, especially between May and September.

Tips for camping with families

Kid-friendly water activities: Shallow swimming areas suit young children at several cabin locations. "Cranberry Lake has a designated swimming area where the water is super shallow and just perfect for the kiddos," explains Travis D. about the family-friendly water access at his cabin site.

Activity tents and structured programs: Some resorts offer organized events for younger guests. "Our 4 year old daughter really enjoyed the activities that were offered, we made family matching tie dies, she made bird feeders," shares Russel about their stay at Lakedale Resort, noting the variety of family-focused programming.

Games and recreation: On-site entertainment options keep children engaged during cabin stays. "My boys took advantage of the games - tether ball, chess, horse shoes, etc. If you want to make full use of the resort, plan to stay 2+ nights," suggests Bobby B. about his family's experience at their cabin rental.

Tips from RVers

Site leveling challenges: Be prepared for uneven terrain at some cabin and RV locations. "The pavement on the grounds is not in great condition with lots of bumps and ditches, but we were able to finagle our trailer to a stable spot," notes Kristin S. about her stay at North Whidbey RV Park. Bringing leveling blocks is recommended even when staying at cabins with RV parking.

Off-season availability: Winter cabin options often have more openings. "We were in RV spot C-22 and it was quite a tight and unlevel location," shares Kristin S., adding that staying in the cabins might be preferable for some visitors during certain times of year due to site limitations.

Proximity to attractions: Cabin locations serve as ideal base camps for island explorations. "The location is fantastic for access to Oak Harbor, Anacortes and Deception Pass State Park," mentions Kristin S. about the strategic location of her accommodations, which provided convenient access to multiple island destinations without daily ferry rides.

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