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Best Dog-Friendly Camping near Ferndale, WA

779 Reviews

The Cedars RV Resort's dog park provides a spacious area for pets to run and play off-leash between camping sessions. Located in Ferndale, several pet-friendly campgrounds offer accommodation options ranging from tent sites to full-hookup RV spots and cabins. Bellingham RV Park and Hidden Village RV Park & Campground both welcome pets with designated walking areas. Birch Bay State Park Campground, approximately 15 minutes from Ferndale, features wooded campsites where pets can enjoy shaded walks on hot days. Most campgrounds enforce standard leash policies requiring dogs to be on a 6-foot leash when outside designated pet areas. Tent campers at The Cedars should note that tent sites are located in an open grassy area with limited shade, potentially uncomfortable for pets during summer afternoons.

Hiking trails near Birch Bay State Park provide excellent pet exercise opportunities with beach access for water-loving dogs. Sites at Birch Bay State Park offer a short walk to the beach for stunning sunsets while keeping pets comfortable in the shaded campsites. Camping with pets requires preparation for wildlife encounters and changing weather conditions. Most campgrounds provide pet waste stations, though bringing extra waste bags is recommended. Oostema Farmstead and Lynden-Bellingham KOA offer cabin accommodations that accept pets, providing options during inclement weather. The bathrooms at Birch Bay State Park are exceptionally clean compared to typical campgrounds, making longer stays with pets more comfortable. Local veterinary services are available in Bellingham, approximately 15 minutes south of Ferndale, for emergency pet care during camping trips.

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Best Dog-Friendly Sites Near Ferndale, Washington (142)

    1. Birch Bay State Park Campground

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

    "This was our first trip in a new trailer, and the park is close to home for us, so perfect for our maiden voyage. Shaded sites, some hookup (water/electric), but most unserviced."

    "Beautiful campground located right next to the bay awesome walking distance from our site to the bay and not too noisy either! Would definitely stay again perfect for small children as well!"

    2. Larrabee State Park Campground

    41 Reviews
    Bellingham, WA
    15 miles
    Website
    +1 (360) 676-2093

    "Larrabee State Park is a publicly owned recreation area located on Samish Bay, six miles (10 km) south of the city of Bellingham, Washington."

    "It's only a few miles from town, so you could head in there for a day away from the forest/beach, or you could hike one of the many trails leading to scenic views."

    3. Lynden-Bellingham KOA

    14 Reviews
    Lynden, WA
    10 miles
    Website
    +1 (360) 354-4772

    "Lynden KOA was the perfect nearby campground. Tent sites in the back are rather dusty (no grass)… but then again we’re camping so who cares. Grassy sites are around the pond and book up quickly."

    "Lots of places to walk my dogs."

    4. Deception Pass State Park Campground

    111 Reviews
    Anacortes, WA
    31 miles
    Website
    +1 (360) 675-2417

    $12 - $40 / night

    "Close to water. Close to beach. Lots of hiking trails good for all ages. ADA friendly and pets allowed while on leashes."

    "If you look at the map, you can pick some spots with privacy (tent and rv spots) Great trails in the area. For training, hiking, or just casual walking; you can do all of the above."

    5. Oostema Farmstead

    8 Reviews
    Lynden, WA
    11 miles
    Website
    +1 (360) 815-1494

    $35 - $65 / night

    "Lisa gave us a tour and let our children pet/feed the cows, goat, and pig. The kids loved it!!"

    "It is located on a working farm. There were chickens, cows, calves, a heron (I think it was nesting near the driveway), a raspberry field, a garden and even a cat wandering around. "

    6. The Cedars RV Resort

    4 Reviews
    Ferndale, WA
    1 mile
    Website
    +1 (360) 384-2622

    "Everyone’s so nice, good dog park, pool, and friendly staff. Little mini mart on site."

    "There are several back in spots around the perimeter with a bit more room (length). There are spaces with sufficient width for tip outs and those without."

    7. Midway Campground — Moran State Park

    15 Reviews
    Olga, WA
    18 miles
    Website
    +1 (360) 376-2326

    $12 - $45 / night

    "I was able to snag one of the amazing sites on the lake. It sits down from the road and an embankment so there is a level of privacy from the road, but not your neighboring sites."

    "It’s right above the main road and a freshwater lake. It’s pretty steep, sprained my ankle right before the trip. They were very helpful at the entrance and gave me a lower site."

    8. Mountain Lake Campground — Moran State Park

    12 Reviews
    Olga, WA
    17 miles
    Website
    +1 (360) 376-2326

    "There are great hikes all around, we walked around the lake and plopped our canoe in right from the site to go explore around."

    "Situated on a small peninsula on gorgeous mountain lake. Great fishing and kayaking. Hiking trail right outside you your campsite. Put toilet only, no room for RV’s or campers."

    9. Hidden Village RV Park & Campground

    2 Reviews
    Lynden, WA
    6 miles
    Website
    +1 (360) 398-1041

    "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."

    10. Bellingham RV Park

    3 Reviews
    Bellingham, WA
    6 miles
    Website
    +1 (888) 372-1224

    "Park felt safe and restrooms, area around the RVs were all very clean and homey."

    "Cute RV-only park not far from the Canadian border. Parking spots are pretty straight-forward, as it’s just a lot for RVs. Advanced reservations are highly recommended. No tent camping available."

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779 Reviews of 142 Ferndale Campgrounds

  • s
    Jun. 22, 2018

    Swift Creek Campground

    PNW awesome

    it’s great access to the northern cascades. first time staying there and I have been camping in Washington since I was born

    it has great access to some really good trails the scenery is beautiful.

  • M
    Oct. 26, 2021

    The Cedars RV Resort

    Beautiful

    Everyone’s so nice, good dog park, pool, and friendly staff. Little mini mart on site.

  • w
    Oct. 20, 2021

    Burlington-Anacortes KOA

    Oversell on Amenities

    The campground itself is very clean, you can tell the owners take pride it in. The showers are warm, not as hot as I’d like but very very nice! The dog park is gravel, so that was a bummer. The hot tub, indoor pool, and and gym are closed for the season. Not sure how those are seasonal. Overall it’s clean and quiet.

  • J C.
    Aug. 20, 2023

    Thousand Trails Birch Bay

    Awful, we left upon arrival

    Won't let me give zero stars. So I donated$200 plus, and stayed long enough to drive phase 1 and phase 2 loops, and then left and drove 1 hour and 1/2 home. RED FLAG: First, they take reservations but do not reserve a spot for you; rv spots are first come first serve. RED FLAG: No specific photos of RV SITES on website. All roads are gravel. Phase 1 are all straight back in and not angled. You literally butt against the rv directly behind with maybe 12 inches separating you. The slidouts were literally inches away from neighbors. The only thing green were the weeds around the power and water poles. Phase 1 was bascially a refugee camp. The rv pads were weeds, grass, and some gravel. This area is not maintained at all. Phase two was full, with no trees. Grass dead. Nothing green except weeds. Sites were big and wide. It's was dreary and sad. There were two other RV'S circling and appeared to as shocked as us. I've seen better dog parks. I called my friend who wanted a review after our stay as he had a reservation in September. Needless to say he cancelled his reservation. The beach is not walking distance I would never consider this park ever and plan on leaving this review anywhere I can. The photos in other reviews here look nothing like what I saw today.

  • Dani H.
    Jun. 27, 2018

    Riverfront RV Park

    Urban Camping At Its Best

    Great spot for an Overnighter on the road through quaint Sedro-Woolley WA, this spot contains amenities for all, along with RV parking and a handful of tent lots. If you care to go swimming it has easy access directly to the lake with a primitive boat launch meant for smaller, canoe-like, vessels. Clean Restrooms, no showers, but they have a stage and performances during the summer months and two Parks, meant for all ages! Surrounding areas to explore include a Dog Park just across the way, and a spooky hike among abandoned buildings which were once part of Northern State Mental facility. Be sure to take in the Train display at the Town’s enterance and have a great trip!

  • Chelsea B.
    Sep. 23, 2021

    Bellingham RV Park

    Noisy and off-putting

    The service… At first, over the phone, the worker here seemed very nice but upon arrival, this campground was very off-putting. I’m not a big fan of anyone walking into my campsite even if they think they are being helpful. But this worker followed us into the site and immediately told us our rig was too far forward… we hadn’t even cut the truck off yet. And proceeded to talk to us while we were just trying to get settled. Just really weird vibes.

    About this site itself…. TIGHT. No room on either side. No privacy. No place for pets to go even though it advertises that there is a pet area. This morning, after walking to the back of the campground where the worker told us we could take our dog when we checked in, he told us that we couldn’t let our dog walk in that grassy area. We were like, there is literally nowhere else to take the dog. It’s entirely surrounded by business and the airport.

    We kept to ourselves and got a refund for the final booked night so we could just leave. The worker was really not thrilled about that request and was pretty rude about it.

    The only reason we give it two stars is for the location. You can’t get any closer to Bellingham which is absolutely awesome.

  • p
    Aug. 19, 2020

    Riverfront RV Park

    Off the beaten tracks

    Affordable stay  $25 @7/2020.    Closing at end of month for renovations.   

    Well kept large quiet park.  Great dg waking areas; including a dog park.  Some sites with trees for shade.   Hookups work.   Free city dump station within a mile; easy to access.  2 clean bathrooms; no shower.  Manager on site.   Gate locked by 10pm.   Access through older well kept neighborhoods.   Grocery store on main road.  Lorenzo-s was closed due to COVID; we ate their 10 years ago; mighty good rellanoes.   Gave it 4 as one toilet with very slow flush!   Perhaps renovations will solve that problem.  Perhaps showers will be included; they could charge more.

  • 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!

  • 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.

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