Forks is an ideal place for camping adventures of all kinds. 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 Forks, reviewed by campers like you.
$24 - $48 / night
I highly recommend this campground if on the Washington coast!
$18 / night
all the loops and chatted up the host, Wendy. we purchased some wood for 5$ as we were almost out. we set out to walk to the beach with the dogs
$33 - $58 / night
Amenities: standard picnic tables, fire rings, plus flush toilets, potable water, & bear/cougar proof trash cans |Prohibited: pets
$24 / night
Lived in Forks and would camp here all the time.
$24 - $48 / night
The nearest town with groceries, laundry and restaurants is Forks, about 75 minutes away.
- There is confusion on the Dyrt and other sites: This is a Washington STATE PARK. It is not a National Park or National Forest.
There is also easy access to Forks and the Thriftway for snacks, ice, or forgotten supplies.
$45 / night
Like a number of Washington State Parks, the plug-in sites are in a large field, with very few trees around and kind of look like a lot of other
$35 - $60 / night
Beach has some awesome huge driftwood and is super dog friendly, also a good surf spot!
As Washington Department of Natural Resources land the campground is free with a Discover Pass (purchased at any outdoor oriented location) and
LegendLoved this campground! Steps away from the rainforest trailhead, so a great one night stay to hike the trails. It's a rainy place as you can imagine. Washington State itself sure is.
Spots were level, there were a couples of loops with spots to choose from. It was open overall and your typical national park camping. Clean bathrooms, no cellphone reception. Small visitor center, one cafe halfway between it and hwy 101, so bring plenty of food. 47 minutes from Forks and a decent grocery store.
LegendThis is a small RV park about 6 miles up the road from Forks. There is a small general store and cafe where you can grab a bite and some goods before heading deep into the Hoh. Rafting options are available for tour through the store and a place called Peak 6 just down the road. The site is nice, within old growth area, and the bathrooms/showers are clean and easily accessible. The drawback is see you are right on the road and the noise from cars on the road is significant. Not that there are a lot of autos, just so quiet that any car sounds like a train. Wouldn't hang here toolong as there is more to do in other spots.
GuideWe have stayed here many times. This campground has everything you need for a nice getaway. The sites are somewhat private, the bathrooms are sufficient, and there are trails to explore close by. The campground IS in the National Park, so make sure you have your Access Park Pass or you must pay the entrance fee to the park. Also keep in mind that National Park rules apply to dogs. So you will want to keep your pet leashed at all times, or risk a hefty fine.
ScoutShowers and flush toilets. Lots of campsites. Also, an area for RVs. Deer wander around the camp like pets. Sunsets are spectacular and the water views to the north you can see Canada. The area is a high bank from the beach. Very clean grounds. Keep your coolers in your car as there are racoons that wander the sites at night!
RangerI’m a tent camper- the sites are not level, my fire ring was way too small. Branches need to be cut back. And sites are crammed in there, so, hopefully you’ll have a nice neighbor. Showers need quarters. Only one main bathhouse, they have porta-potties in some areas. The hosts are very nice and there’s free coffee. They had live music, which was nice. Seemed to be a good family/kid friendly place. They accept pets. I would’ve given a higher score had the showers been free and the sites a bit better.
GuideWe camped here in September 2017 when the campground was first come first serve, and even after Labor Day it was a busy spot.
We thought it was one of the prettiest campgrounds. Heavily forested, with mossy trees. We also loved that Rialto beach was just a mile or so down the road. Perfect for sunsets.
The showers we clean enough, not spotless, but clean.
Our spots were on the smaller side, Only big enough for one tent really. But there were bigger and better spots than what we got.
Pet friendly, showers, and now accepting reservations! We will absolutely be back!
GuideWe stayed for two nights. On first night (Friday) we didn’t get there until 730pm but there were not too many people and we were still avail to get one with water view. There were many sites right by water open but having a puppy with us we figured to stay little fat from water. It’s $20 a night, and depending on which loop your site is in pay station differs (it’s all right by bathroom) one of the book we have says this place offers shower but we did not see one.
Size of the site was pretty big. There were 4 of us plus dog we had 3 tents (4p and two 2p tent) still had enough room for us to have cooler around etc. first night said lowest was 45 but it definitely felt colder. We had our winter sleeping bag but our friends said it was pretty cold. View of lake was beautiful and you can walk down to boat launch with wasn’t too far from my site (80). Some people had hammock but some sites like ours had trees too far from each other so if you’re thinking about hammock make sure you get a set with decent tree for your needs.
There is not many pet friendly hikes sadly. But there are plenty of short hikes near by for those without. If you go back to where the ranger station is there is hike for waterfall which is pretty easy and towards the end there is stairs but very easy hike.
Sites were busy on Saturday there were definitely more cars and people. Even there is quiet hours some people got loud pass midnight which woke me up. Please be considerate of others! (Sites were close to see each other but can’t hear conversations or anything)
Check out time is 11am. Sunday wasn’t too cold at all didn’t need my jacket in the morning to go use bathroom and we only started fire to cook, actually had few logs left over.
I wish I had my kayak or something. Water is definitely cold to swim but would love to be out there. View of stars by the boat launch at night was beautiful as well.
I think it was pretty quiet and not too clamped considering it’s only the second weekend after they open for the season. Would love to go back there in the summer hopefully there isn’t too many people lol
TravelerCouldn’t get a spot at Fairholme so I opted for this location. I only saw 2 small areas you could back in with fire pits. One closer to the 101, and one further back before you cross the bridge. Spots are muddy so I’d be cautious in regular non AWD/4WD vehicles. Secluded enough, but with easy access to the freeway just a 5 min drive down the road. There are plenty of other pullouts off the road that would suit someone just looking for a spot to sleep for the night, or van folks who are fully contained.
My only gripe, PACK OUT YOUR TRASH. Saw numerous bags, tissues, etc. stretching down the road and one of the fire pits at the sites had toilet paper all over it. Seriously? Pack it out or dig a cat hole at least.
GuideI camped here the Saturday before July 4th, so I should have expected crowds... but it was raining, and didn't know enough people were as crazy as I was. After the pleasant 0.7 mile hike to the beach, I was amazed by how many tents I saw right by the end of the trail. It almost looked like a tent city! Luckily, after walking a mile or so down the beach, the tents spread out significantly and we were able to find relative solitude.
Amenities: There were a few small streams coming in to provide drinking water. We didn't use the privy, and I wouldn't count on finding a place in the woods to dig a cat hole. There was enough driftwood at the edge of the beach to set up tarps for rain/sun protection.
Plan ahead! you have to get a permit in either Quinault or Port Angeles, and bear cans are required.
Highlights: We saw a pod of orca!!! And lots of cool tidepools :)
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