Best Campgrounds near Fall City, WA

Camping opportunities near Fall City, Washington range from full-service RV parks to forested campgrounds with diverse accommodation options. Tall Chief Campground, located directly in Fall City, provides spacious sites among tall trees with options for tent camping, RVs, cabins, and yurts. The nearby Tolt MacDonald Park in Carnation offers a similar variety of camping styles set alongside the Tolt and Snoqualmie Rivers, approximately 10 miles north of Fall City. Both locations feature fire rings, picnic tables, and varying levels of hookups for campers seeking developed sites with amenities.

Most campgrounds in the area operate year-round, though seasonal considerations affect the camping experience. Facilities like Blue Sky RV Park in Issaquah maintain clean, well-kept grounds with full hookups, while more rustic options have limited services. According to one visitor, "It feels like you're much further out of town. You really do feel like you're in the PNW rainforest but you're close to amenities and shopping." Cell service varies significantly between campgrounds, with reception often dependent on tree cover and topography. Tall Chief Campground users note that finding a site with good cell reception requires early arrival and scouting locations, as coverage can drop from 120 Mbps to just 5 Mbps within a short distance.

The forested settings of campgrounds in the Fall City area create a sense of seclusion despite proximity to Seattle and other urban centers. Several visitors highlight the spaciousness of sites at Tall Chief, with one camper noting, "Large private sites. It feels like you are deep in the PNW rainforest but you are close to amenities and shopping." While most developed campgrounds provide water and electric hookups, sewer connections are less common. At Tall Chief, campers must utilize the on-site dump station or arrange for pumping services. The region's campgrounds typically feature amenities such as showers, restrooms, and recreational facilities including pools, mini-golf, and access to nearby hiking trails, with Snoqualmie Falls being a popular attraction within driving distance of most camping areas.

Best Camping Sites Near Fall City, Washington (250)

    1. Tolt MacDonald Park, WA

    22 Reviews
    Carnation, WA
    6 miles
    Website
    +1 (206) 205-5434

    "The campground is next to a classy laundromat, and I say classy because it’s probably one of the nicest laundromats in the area that even has a dumpsite for RVs."

    "The campground is in 500+ acre Tolt-McDonald Park, far enough away from any busy road so that there is no traffic noise, just the sound of the Tolt River rapids."

    2. Tall Chief Campground

    15 Reviews
    Fall City, WA
    2 miles
    Website
    +1 (888) 707-1477

    "This is a big park that is part of Thousand Trails.  No sales pitch to join, which was nice.  Rangers were super nice.  Bathrooms very new and clean.  Lots of trees between sites. "

    "We love Tall Chief because it is super close to a lot of great spots around the Seattle region. It’s super close (like 7 min drive) from one of my favorite coffee shops, Aroma Coffee Co. Try it!"

    3. Tinkham Campground

    45 Reviews
    Snoqualmie Pass, WA
    20 miles
    Website
    +1 (360) 804-1103

    $32 - $36 / night

    "Although the Camp Ground and facilities are great at Tinkham, my advice would be to get into your lifted Off-Roader and hit the mountain roads for this camping trip of a lifetime!"

    "It is a small Forest Service campground next to the south fork of the Snoqualmie river. The site well shaded and fairly privet for the most part."

    4. Kanaskat-Palmer State Park

    30 Reviews
    Ravensdale, WA
    18 miles
    Website
    +1 (888) 226-7688

    $20 / night

    "There is good system of trails, tons of picnic tables along the river, and good river access to the Green rivers. Campground is well maintained, clean bathrooms and showers available."

    "It's close proximity to our house allows us to hook up the trailer after work and include a Friday night in our camping weekend!"

    5. Middle Fork Campground

    23 Reviews
    North Bend, WA
    17 miles
    Website
    +1 (360) 804-1103

    $32 - $96 / night

    "The river is only a five minute walk away, and we spent most of one day there. I was very surprised by how quiet it was for only being an hour outside of Seattle."

    "The campground was quiet, not too crowded (Sunday - Tuesday) and so close to many trails. A quick walk to the river was a nice way to finish the day."

    6. Blue Sky RV Park

    5 Reviews
    Preston, WA
    4 miles
    Website
    +1 (425) 222-7910

    "A Quiet oasis tucked into the forest. The new and clean bathrooms and showers were a real treat after a 2100 mile journey from Texas."

    "It’s a very nice location, exceptionally clean and safe. In site 11 you can hear the highway when outside of rv but couldn’t inside. Neighbors were very friendly."

    7. Vasa Park Resort

    6 Reviews
    Bellevue, WA
    9 miles
    Website
    +1 (425) 746-3260

    $65 - $125 / night

    "This is in the shore of Lake Samammish, giving access to swim, paddle, picnic. The facilities and grounds are kept clean and well maintained."

    "Cute campground very close to Seattle and Bellevue right on the lake. Beautiful beach area, basketball courts, playground, and volleyball right at the site. Spots are a little tight."

    8. Dash Point State Park Campground

    72 Reviews
    Federal Way, WA
    29 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."

    9. Issaquah Village RV Park

    5 Reviews
    Issaquah, WA
    6 miles
    Website
    +1 (425) 392-9233

    "It’s in the heart of Issaquah and close to every kind of service, shopping and even nature you could want."

    10. Lake Pleasant RV Park

    14 Reviews
    Bothell, WA
    20 miles
    Website
    +1 (425) 487-1785

    $62 - $750 / night

    "This is the nicest park with the best rates close to the Seattle area. It’s north of Lake Washington so you can skip bridge traffic and tolls. It has easy access to UW Bothell."

    "The roadways are easy to navigate and lots of folks walk around the park roads."

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Recent Reviews near Fall City, WA

1222 Reviews of 250 Fall City Campgrounds


  • Kevin C.The Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 15, 2025

    Old Cascades Highway Dispersed

    Bigfoot Lives Here

    If he doesn't, then he's missing out on the most Idyllic campsite ever! There are no fewer than 9 campsites within less than a mile either side of the bridge. The one directly on the south side of the bridge is 4wd access only because of the big rocks protruding into the road bed. But if you go about 3/4 mile up from the bridge, you'll find the most superb spot ever. There is nothing here for TT or large RV's, for small van-lifers and such, it's a pot of gold. There are two absolutely beautific sites at the 3/4mile area. Both sites can access the river for water (it's a small, steep hill). There are no toilets, cell service was spotty, Starlink worked fine.

  • SThe Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 13, 2025

    White River Campground — Mount Rainier National Park

    Beautiful

    Best campground! I was in loop D which is right by the river. Amazing views from my roof tent. Sites are close to each other, but the roaring river drowns out any noise. I believe I had the best site in the whole campground… D29. Pretty big site and best views.

  • LThe Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 9, 2025

    Cascades RV Resort

    Cascades RV Resort

    We are long term RV campers here at Cascades. It is a lovely RV resort with large concrete pads with astroturf lawn and picnic table. Everyone is friendly. Nightly noise is never excessive. Gracie’s place is an onsite cafe that serves food, alcohol, deserts, coffees, and other drinks. You can get package delivery just no USPS. They do offer monthly discounts. Would highly recommend for anyone in an RV.

  • Nicole L.
    Oct. 3, 2025

    Woodlands at Lake Stickney

    BEAUTIFUL LOCATION

    I myself have never parked my RV at the campsite. However, I've been to the public Access area and have to say that it's very peaceful and has a restroom which is nice. I'm a local. I live inside my RV and it has been a major adjustment but having places like this has been extremely helpful.

  • Michelle R.The Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 28, 2025

    Forest Road 7300 Pull-Off

    Large open pull off

    Lots of pull offs spots on FS Rd 73 but this spot is very open and it’s the one the GPS guided me to from The Dyrt site.

  • Michelle R.The Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 28, 2025

    White River Dispersed Camping

    Couldn’t find it

    The GPS coordinates told me I arrived and there was nothing around me.

  • Adi Z.
    Sep. 27, 2025

    Silver Springs Sno Park

    Great spot near sunrise entrance

    Basically it's an empty lot, a lot of space. Great for one night if you want to be close to sunrise entrance. It's a bit close to the road but in the evening it's very quite. We parked with our RV. It's not perfectly leveled, but will do the trick. There is a sign saying pack out your trash, and that you cannot stay here more than 14 days, meaning it's a legitimate site.

  • alexandrea L.
    Sep. 24, 2025

    Penrose Point State Park Campground

    Beautiful

    The beach is beautiful here! And the campsites are very secluded! There are tons of trees and bushes in between everybody’s campsite

  • Meghan B.The Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 18, 2025

    Lake Easton State Park Campground

    Lake Easton State Park Campground

    Had a reservation. Pulled up around 3:30 to the park entrance booth with instructions to check in over the phone. After a short while on hold, was able to complete our check-in. Facilities were clean and fine, but only 1 shower stall in the women's and 1 in the men's for the whole campground. Reviews aren't kidding about the I-90 road noise. This spot was okay for a quick overnight while traveling through the area... but I wouldn't personally make a destination of this place.


Guide to Fall City

Camping spots near Fall City, Washington range from rustic tent sites to full-service RV parks within a 30-minute drive radius. The region sits between 400-600 feet elevation at the foothills of the Cascade Mountains, creating mild summer temperatures averaging 75°F during peak camping season. Winter camping remains viable with temperatures rarely dropping below freezing, though rainfall increases significantly from November through March.

What to do

River activities: Explore the Snoqualmie River at the Middle Fork Campground, just 30 minutes from Fall City. The roads leading to the campground have been recently improved, making access easier. According to one visitor, "The roads leading in from I90 were passable but confusing with 'Road Closed' signage when the road wasn't actually closed."

Berry picking: Enjoy wild blueberries in summer months at Middle Fork Campground. "We enjoyed our stay at the middle fork camp ground. We stayed there to be close to the mailbox trail head. There were so many berries around the camp and we could literally sit in camp and pick blue berries," notes one camper.

Kayaking: Navigate whitewater sections of Green River at Kanaskat-Palmer State Park. The park offers various river access points with different difficulty levels. "It's a short walk to river spots that are perfect for wading or fishing. 10 minute drive from Deep Lake which is beautiful and great for swimming and paddle boarding," shares a visitor.

Basketball and mini-golf: Use on-site facilities at Vasa Park Resort on Lake Sammamish. "Cute campground very close to Seattle and Bellevue right on the lake. Beautiful beach area, basketball courts, playground, and volleyball right at the site," reports one camper.

What campers like

Privacy between sites: Campers appreciate spacious camping areas at Tinkham Campground where most sites border a small river. "We found a walk-on campsite on a busy weekend and we're so happy to find this spot. There is a lovely little river that runs through the campgrounds," explains one reviewer. Sites often accommodate multiple tents with natural separation.

Proximity to Seattle: Dash Point State Park provides easy access from urban areas while maintaining a forest setting. "This is a cute campground, especially if you don't want to be too far from the city. I was impressed by how spread apart the sites were, I think they could have fit another in between each of them," notes one visitor.

Year-round availability: Tall Chief Campground in Fall City operates through all seasons. "We love Tall Chief because it is super close to a lot of great spots around the Seattle region. Most sites are pretty big too. We can easily fit our trailer, tow vehicle, and extra vehicle and still have space," reports a camper who frequents the area.

Clean bathroom facilities: Kanaskat-Palmer State Park maintains exceptional cleanliness standards. "The park rangers are so nice and helpful it was like stepping back in time. The spaces are very private and spread out. Everything is clean including the bathrooms," shares a satisfied visitor.

What you should know

Cell service varies significantly: Signal strength changes dramatically between sites at Tolt MacDonald Park. One visitor recommends: "It's located right smack in the middle of carnation so on a nice sunny day you could walk out of the park to get pizza, ice cream or even mexican food. The suspension bridge is pretty cool, but hold onto your phones tight because it could slip through the holes into the river below."

Sewer limitations: Most campgrounds lack direct sewer connections. At Tall Chief, "No sites have sewer hookups. This is fairly understandable though as it appeared that a service needs to pump the septic tank by the dump station for the entire park. Most people I saw had a honey wagon."

Seasonal crowds: Tinkham Campground sees heavy use during summer weekends. "Wonderful time at Tinkham! Most of the sites are on the water and it is GORGEOUS! Only thing, the bathrooms were unbearable! I'd definitely go again there tho," reports one camper, suggesting early arrival on summer weekends.

Strict enforcement: Kanaskat-Palmer enforces quiet hours rigorously. "This campground is heavily patrolled by the park rangers. I have been asked by the park rangers at 10:01 p.m. to be quite as myself and three 9 year old girls were talking too loud. If you are a large group, like to stay up late and listen to music and/or party it might not be the campground for you."

Tips for camping with families

Water recreation options: Lake Pleasant RV Park provides pond-side camping with waterfowl viewing opportunities. "We stayed at this park on a trip to Seattle. It was only about 30 minutes to downtown, but almost felt like you were out in the country. We enjoyed the walking trails, playground for the kids, and watching the resident ducks in the pond."

Short hiking trails: Dash Point State Park offers family-friendly paths suitable for younger children. "Facilities were good and trails around are fun and easy enough for me and 2 kids. The beach and its tides are why we came," explains a parent who visited with children.

Playground access: Tolt MacDonald Park features play areas and open spaces. "They offer the typical primitive campsites with fire pits and picnic tables, as well as yurts and shipping container conversions for those who want more of a 'GLAMping' outdoor experience," notes one reviewer about the family-friendly accommodations.

Wildlife viewing: Middle Fork Campground provides opportunities to see local wildlife. "The camp was very clean. Felt very safe about leaving our gear in camp. I would very much so recommend this location," shares a visitor who appreciated the secure environment for families.

Tips from RVers

Leveling considerations: Tolt MacDonald Park offers level sites for larger rigs. "The only campground we've been to where we didn't need to level the trailer. RV sites are all pull through its fairly quiet. Nice setting lots of outdoor and indoor activities with in a short drive," advises an RV camper.

Power limitations: Blue Sky RV Park provides full hookups but has capacity constraints. "This is a great RV resort. The picture on the app is not at all what this place looks like. A Quiet oasis tucked into the forest. The new and clean bathrooms and showers were a real treat after a 2100 mile journey."

Dump station access: Most campgrounds offer dump stations rather than full sewer hookups. At Tall Chief, "Stayed 3 months for work, perfect beautiful, CHEEP CHEEP, not too good to be true, just right. All hookups included. (Bring your dump tote!) easy easy easy dump station."

Site selection strategy: For RVers requiring reliable cellular service, arrive early at Tall Chief. "Another thing that can be annoying is trying to find a site with good cell reception due to all the trees. They definitely have a few, but I would say arrive early so you can drive by all the sites while checking to make sure you have good reception if you need it."

Frequently Asked Questions

Where are the best campgrounds in Fall City, WA?

The Fall City area offers several excellent camping options. Tolt MacDonald Park, WA is highly recommended, offering beautiful riverside sites and proximity to the town of Duvall with its shops and amenities. It's ideal during dry seasons. Another top choice is Silver Springs Campground, praised for its well-spaced sites and beautiful riverside location. For those willing to drive a bit further, Kachess Campground near Cle Elum offers lakeside camping with walk-in sites, and The Dalles Campground provides scenic spots, though be aware it's close to the highway and cell service can be limited.

What RV parks are available in Fall City?

Tall Chief Campground is the primary RV park in Fall City, operating as part of the Thousand Trails network. This spacious park features clean, modern bathrooms, numerous tree-lined sites, and friendly staff. Many spots accommodate long-term campers and the atmosphere is notably quiet. For those seeking alternatives, Lake Pleasant RV Park is available north of Lake Washington, offering excellent rates and convenient access to Seattle without bridge traffic. Other options within driving distance include Blue Sky RV Park near Issaquah and Issaquah Village RV Park, both offering full hookups and big-rig-friendly sites.

Is Thousand Trails campground open year-round in Fall City?

Yes, Tall Chief Campground, the Thousand Trails facility in Fall City, is open year-round. This large park offers camping throughout all seasons, with modern amenities including clean bathrooms and numerous tree-lined sites. The campground maintains consistent operations regardless of season, though availability may vary during peak summer months versus quieter winter periods. The park accommodates both short-term visitors and long-term campers. During winter months, campers should prepare for typical Pacific Northwest weather conditions including rain and occasional freezing temperatures. Reservations are recommended, especially during summer weekends and holidays when the campground experiences higher occupancy.