Best Campgrounds near Eatonville, WA

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Best Camping Sites Near Eatonville, Washington (267)

    1. Elkamp Eastcreek

    36 Reviews
    Mineral, WA
    10 miles
    Website
    +1 (360) 492-3104

    $25 - $40 / night

    "Rainier as it is within minutes of the Nisquilly entrance.  The majority of the campsites were amid tall trees. "

    "The sites are situated amongst beautiful tall trees, spacious and private. A beautiful creek runs through with a foot bridge with access to a beautiful meadow."

    2. Alder Lake Park

    31 Reviews
    La Grande, WA
    11 miles
    Website
    +1 (360) 569-2778

    "It's about an hours drive from Paradise, which makes it less ideal than Cougar Rock if that's your destination, but the reservations do not fill up nearly as quickly."

    "Walking distance to the day use beach area. Very clean showers. Well maintained sites and fire wood for sale with the camp host. A great spot for exploring near Mt. Rainer."

    3. Cougar Rock Campground — Mount Rainier National Park

    58 Reviews
    Longmire, WA
    24 miles
    Website
    +1 (360) 569-6626

    $20 / night

    "If you are looking for an volunteer opportunity while in the park, check out the Washington Train Association also know as the WTA."

    "Large campground located near the Paradise area of Mt. Rainier. Many sites tucked into large trees. Some loops close to main toad so the noise can be an issue, but overall beautiful!"

    4. Camp Lakeview

    7 Reviews
    Eatonville, WA
    6 miles
    Website
    +1 (360) 879-5426

    "This campground has super friendly staff, decent bathrooms and showers, laundry facility, access to a lake, fishing is welcome, swimming allowed, great playground for kids, allows pets, has a small store"

    "It was a larger site that sits next to the small creek. It was very pleasant and quiet. The bath house isn’t too far and was usually well stocked and clean."

    5. Rocky Point Campground

    5 Reviews
    Elbe, WA
    7 miles
    Website
    +1 (360) 569-2778

    "Drove in with no expectations, but the view of the lake is beautiful. Only one other person in the whole camp at this time of the year so it was quiet."

    "Small campground with around 25 spots. Highly recommend if going to mount Rainier"

    6. Sahara Creek DNR Horse Camp

    7 Reviews
    Ashford, WA
    12 miles
    Website
    +1 (360) 902-1125

    $30 / night

    "An ADA trail is level for walking the dog.

    Shooting range is close by, doesn’t bother me but it’s pretty noisy."

    "Super clean, friendly people, and very close to the entrance to the park. Definitely planning to come here again when I come up"

    7. Alder Lake Campground

    3 Reviews
    La Grande, WA
    5 miles
    Website
    +1 (360) 569-2778

    $25 - $42 / night

    "The bathroom was conveniently located and clean. Roads are a touch narrow in places. The 1-to-40 sites campground is laid out in a loop."

    "Water nearby, bathrooms clean, trash picked up regularly, water was hot! Great lake for canoeing and Mt. Rainer is right there for a gorgeous view!"

    8. Ike Kinswa State Park Campground

    30 Reviews
    Mossyrock, WA
    24 miles
    Website
    +1 (888) 226-7688

    "One of my favorite campgrounds in Washington! Lots of camping spots right on Lake Mayfield with tons of trails in and around the campground."

    "Let me start off by saying - if there are so many campsites in Washington, why would you want to stay at the same place multiple times???

    Ike Kinswa is the place I would stay at repeatedly."

    9. Big Creek Campground

    11 Reviews
    Ashford, WA
    17 miles
    Website
    +1 (541) 338-7869

    $25 - $45 / night

    "I chose to stayed here because of its location. It’s close to the entrance into Rainier NP and there’s plenty of Amazing hikes nearby. I camped alone (I’m a female) and I felt safe."

    "Located a short distance from Mt Rainier NP, this is the perfect springboard for any NP adventure or chillax getaway."

    10. Dash Point State Park Campground

    72 Reviews
    Federal Way, WA
    32 miles
    Website
    +1 (888) 226-7688

    $20 / night

    ""Firstly, I just have to say what a positive and amazing experience I had at this campground. The volunteers were friendly, kind and absolutely awesome to interact with."

    "The campground itself is tucked into a beautiful, forested area with plenty of trees and privacy between sites. Ours had a tent pad, fire ring, and picnic table."

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Recent Reviews near Eatonville, WA

1274 Reviews of 267 Eatonville Campgrounds


  • F O.
    Sep. 5, 2025

    Tinkham Campground

    One night

    Road getting into the campground was horrendous their was alot of road noise but the camp sites were big and clean. And at $32.00 a night with no electric was kind of pricey. The camp host was nice.

  • marcus K.The Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 4, 2025

    Cougar Rock Group Campground — Mount Rainier National Park

    Nice quiet campground

    Well maintained national park campground. Reserve on Recreation.gov. Sites have tables, bear boxes and fire pits. Restrooms have flush toilets and sinks for dishes. Ranger is available at the adjacent ranger station for check in or any other questions.

    Its a dry site - as in no water at the campsites. There is a drinking fountain by the bathroom. The dump station was closed for 2025 season and not sure when or if it will re open.

    Its only $20 in 2025.

  • andrew The Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 2, 2025

    Mounthaven Resort

    Like a warm blanket

    First, DO NOT GO PAST THE SIGN where it tells you to stop. If you turn right to the office you will need to back out. We did. The trees are so thick and the spots are separated. It’s wonderful. You have to maneuver your trailer into the spots. The bathhouse is fine with two small “bathrooms”. There is one washer and one dryer at $5 per load. Ouch. There is no real store nearby so have what you need before you get here. WIFI works well; cell service not so much (Verizon). It is beautiful in the woods.

  • Susan O.
    Aug. 31, 2025

    Mt. St. Helens RV Park

    Very Poor Quality - False Advertising

    This place is totally disgusting and in need of repairs. False advertising, many amenities are listed on their website and are not offered, nor are in working order. Only one bathhouse, that is very dark and dirty. Rotten old stairway that leads to dog park, very unsafe. Wooden structure in children's play area is leaning and rotted. Broken metal toys. Dried grass and tall weeds everywhere, berry bushes. No maintenance. No wifi, no cable tv, no level RV spot. No public access to game room/club house area. Which looked more like their private storage area with tires. No community kitchen. Everything in total disarray and in need of repair.

  • c
    Aug. 28, 2025

    Millersylvania State Park Campground

    Nice but crowded

    We enjoyed our stay at Millersylvania. It’s a beautiful place. We purchased firewood from the Boy Scout troop here for $6/bundle. The only downside for us is that it is really crowded, and a few dogs and some very rude people kept us up until about 1 am.

  • Angelo V.The Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 27, 2025

    Ranger Creek Airstrip Dispersed

    Beautiful campground

    Multiple spots surrounding the airstrip. Im working remote so having enough of a clearing that I can access the internet was important. Starlink gets the job done but my t mobile service was basically non-existent.

    I stayed on the east side of the strip and there is plenty of space and locations to settle. I explored the loop to the south west of the strip and there were some large campgrounds that looked made for groups. Plenty of trails to explore as well. This section had rocks blocking vehicles from driving into the campground, so tents only. There is also an incredibly steep hill near the end of the loop that is absolutely not safe in winter.

    There are two vault toilets on ends of the east side. The southern one was out of tp, so bring your own septic safe stuff just in case.

  • TThe Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 25, 2025

    Camp Lakeview

    Ball field camping spots

    Overall very nice but you get what you pay for. Limited fire pits and spots are first come first serve and field is not regularly monitored. Bathrooms are portapotties and no shower facilities. Also it is across the road from main campground.

  • Johnny/Lisa M.The Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 24, 2025

    Dash Point State Park Campground

    Ok spot

    It’s ok. Again. A little catfished. Was here for two nights. Quiet at night Campground full of kids if that’s your thing! Bathrooms clean and everyone is friendly! It’s beautiful

  • EThe Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 22, 2025

    NF-52 Dispersed Camping

    Not at all what we were expecting

    I don’t know where on 52 people are finding sites with views, but we drove the entire length of it and didn’t see one spot worth stopping at. I suppose if you don’t mind sleeping five feet from a busy paved road, fine, but these sites are mostly glorified gravel shoulders on the side of the road with no views whatsoever. The one spot that looked ok had a haul trailer and was strewn with laundry and garbage. We tried few other FS roads and gave up and got a nps first come first served site in the park. I’ve found some decent FS sites over the years, but the homeless hobo class seems to have f’d everything up for everyone, and some of these reviews seem like BS. I wouldn’t bother with FS 52 unless your standards for campsites are Walmart parking lots.


Guide to Eatonville

Camping near Eatonville, Washington, offers a mix of beautiful scenery and outdoor activities. Whether you're looking for a peaceful retreat or an adventure-filled getaway, there are plenty of campgrounds to explore.

What to do:

  • Hiking: There are many trails nearby, perfect for exploring nature. One camper mentioned, "Love coming here to hike with the dogs and kids," highlighting the family-friendly trails available at Dash Point State Park Campground.
  • Fishing: If you enjoy fishing, Alder Lake Park is a great spot. A reviewer noted, "Lake Mayfield, where it is located, is beautiful for kayaking, fishing, swimming in approved areas."
  • Wildlife Watching: Campers appreciate the chance to see wildlife. One review from Ohanapecosh Campground mentioned, "Several miles of hiking trails and chances to see wildlife or catch frogs."

What campers like:

  • Clean Facilities: Many campers rave about the cleanliness of the campgrounds. A visitor at Millersylvania State Park Campground said, "The bathrooms are convenient and very clean."
  • Privacy: Campers enjoy the privacy offered by the sites. One review for Iron Creek Campground stated, "Almost every camping spot is private with ferns and trees surrounding you."
  • Scenic Views: The natural beauty of the area is a big draw. A camper at Kanaskat-Palmer State Park shared, "It’s exactly what you’d want/need out of a state park. Quiet and private."

What you should know:

  • Noise Levels: Some campgrounds can be noisy due to nearby roads or air traffic. A reviewer at Dash Point State Park Campground mentioned, "Several reviews complain about the airplane noise overhead."
  • Site Size: Not all sites are spacious enough for larger RVs. A visitor at Cougar Rock Campground noted, "This campground is really tight for large RVs."
  • Limited Amenities: Some campgrounds may lack certain amenities like showers or electric hookups. A camper at Ohanapecosh Campground pointed out, "This campground is in an old growth forest in Mount Rainier NP," but also mentioned the absence of showers.

Tips for camping with families:

  • Playgrounds and Activities: Look for campgrounds with family-friendly amenities. One review for Ohanapecosh Campground mentioned, "There is an awesome playground for kids to play at."
  • Safety: Ensure your campsite is safe for kids. A camper at Ike Kinswa State Park Campground advised, "If you have small children or animals, I would not recommend this site for fear of them running into the street."
  • Plan for Activities: Bring games or outdoor equipment to keep kids entertained. A visitor at Millersylvania State Park Campground noted, "Things to do in this park are abundant."

Tips from RVers:

  • Reservations: Make reservations ahead of time, especially during busy weekends. A reviewer at Kanaskat-Palmer State Park said, "For off-season campers, if you’re going on a weekend, we highly recommend making a reservation."
  • Check Site Size: Ensure your RV fits the site. A camper at Cougar Rock Campground mentioned, "The sites and roads in the campground are tight."
  • Be Prepared for Limited Services: Some campgrounds may not have full hookups. A visitor at Iron Creek Campground noted, "No cell service so plan accordingly!"

Camping near Eatonville, Washington, offers a variety of experiences for everyone. From hiking and fishing to enjoying the beauty of nature, there's something for every outdoor enthusiast.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best time of year to go camping in Eatonville, Washington?

The best time for camping in Eatonville is June through September when weather is most reliable. Seaquest State Park Campground and other nearby campgrounds experience optimal conditions during this period with comfortable temperatures and less rainfall. However, early summer in western Washington can sometimes be cool and wet, as noted by campers visiting Hells Crossing Campground near Mount Rainier National Park. July and August typically offer the warmest, driest conditions with temperatures in the 70-80°F range. September brings beautiful fall colors but cooler temperatures. May and early October can be pleasant but expect more precipitation and cooler nights.

Where are the best campgrounds near Eatonville, WA?

The Eatonville area offers excellent camping options with stunning natural settings. Alder Lake Campground provides quiet sites with trees throughout, clean bathrooms, and a loop layout accommodating RVs up to 35 feet. For riverside camping, Silver Springs Campground is highly recommended, with well-spaced sites and beautiful riverside locations (sites 2-10 are closest to the water). Other notable options include Alder Lake Park for boat access and Rocky Point Campground for those seeking water activities. Most campgrounds in the area provide access to Mount Rainier National Park's spectacular hiking trails and outdoor recreation opportunities.

What amenities are available at Rocky Point Campground in Eatonville?

Rocky Point Campground offers boat-in and drive-in access, making it ideal for water recreation enthusiasts. The campground provides basic but essential amenities including potable water and toilet facilities. Sites are reservable, which is recommended during peak season to secure your spot. The campground is big-rig friendly, accommodating larger RVs and trailers. For those seeking additional amenities nearby, Dash Point State Park Campground offers clean, beautifully laid-out sites with friendly staff and is worth considering as an alternative. Rocky Point's location provides good access to outdoor activities in the Eatonville area and serves as a convenient base for exploring the region.