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Fort Flagler Historical State Park Campground accommodates pets across its tent, RV, and cabin camping areas along the Salish Sea. Dogs remain leashed on the spacious beach sites where visitors enjoy tide pooling and bird watching opportunities. Lower Oak Bay Park allows pets in its waterfront camping area with minimal separation between sites. Kitsap Memorial State Park, Deception Pass State Park, and Fort Worden Historical State Park all maintain pet-friendly policies with standard amenities including fire rings, picnic tables and access to trash facilities. Most campgrounds in the region enforce standard leash requirements for dogs while providing nearby hiking opportunities. The Dyrt provides user ratings for locations near Freeland, Washington.
The waterfront sites at Fort Flagler provide excellent wildlife viewing where campers regularly spot seals, bald eagles, fish jumping, and deer wandering the beach during evening walks with pets. Dogs must remain on leash throughout the campground and on designated trails. The beach areas at several parks offer water access for pets, though owners should check specific beach regulations as some areas may have seasonal restrictions. Marrowstone Island near Freeland contains multiple pet-friendly camping options with beach access points. Fort Townsend Historical State Park maintains pet-friendly policies from May through September with accessible hiking trails. Most campgrounds require standard waste cleanup, and sites like Deception Pass provide year-round access with varying levels of privacy between camping spots.
"As the beach side has a lot of open camping we opted for the side nearer the trails that had a feeling of being a step away from the woods. "
"The kids had a blast exploring the fort and the forest around the campsite. There's a big beach with a small general store/burger joint within walking distance."
"The trade off is the endless opportunity for walking, hiking and learning the history of the area. Charming Downtown Port Townsend is close by and a true National Historic resource! "
"Fort and battery tours. a real gem in Washington."
"Take your family this summer to enjoy hiking trails, explore the remains of Fort Casey, and visit the diving park at Washington’s Keystone."
"The site is located near the beach, so naturally there isn’t much privacy and you are constantly exposed to the elements. However, the beautiful water and mountain scenery more than compensate."
"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."
from $12 - $40 / night
Check Availability"I would also avoid #2 and #3 as they are literally directly next to the bathrooms and there is a bright metal halide light outside the bathroom."
"I'm slowly overtime trying to visit all of Washington's State Parks, and there are a large number of them in the Port Townsend area."
from $32 / night
Check Availability"All campsites are surrounded by trees so choose carefully if you need a pull through or if you have a large rig that you’re trying to back up. We had a small camper van and it fit perfectly."
"When you want to get away from it all, but don’t want to travel far from the city, THIS is the spot. Spacious campsites. Running water. Flushing toilets. Showers. A tranquil Puget Sound experience."
from $40 - $80 / night
Check Availability"There is a big field to play ride bikes walk dog etc . The beach is really nice and nearby and at low tide is so peaceful to take a walk. There’s group activities too which is great for the kids."
"There is also access to a store with supplies and firewood nearby."
"There are two sections to this small, tucked away campground on the edge of the Salish Sea, one in the forested area and another out on the beach spit."
"Nice stream of locals walking dogs and travelers on a pit stop."
from $30 / night
Check Availability"Where this place shines is in its location with beautiful views across the mouth of Puget Sound to Whidbey Island, the Cascades beyond, as well as Point Wilson Lighthouse nearby at Fort Worden."
"Beautiful sunsets and sunrises right on the water, and the dog can swim! Very calm atmosphere and really great food just down the road."
from $33 - $77 / night
Check Availability"The site adjacent to us looked like a homeless camp. Young couple with 2 forever barking dogs, obviously living there with amount of belongs strewn around."
"The bike trail runs through the campground and there is access to sports fields via a tunnel under the highway. There are a few short trails around a creek and the beach."
from $32 - $50 / night
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LegendReally cute camp spot and play area!! Pet friendly and dog park! Went here on our trip to Tacoma north of the city. Very nice beach and area!! There's also a light house to check out while you are here!
GuideThere aren’t many rv parks that are close (35ish mins) to Seattle but this is the best option. Office staff is friendly, bathrooms are clean, laundry is cheap ($1 wash), maintenance staff is constantly tending to the grounds, full hook ups, and cute (short) hiking paths surrounding the park. The lake is more of a murky pond and the geese are happy residents here so expect a lot of goose poop at any spot near the water. There’s also no dog park.
ScoutGood little RV park, within walking distance of a dog park, children's park and public bathrooms which is nice. Only downside is that there is not septic at the spots which for $40 a night I would think that they would, but the water is clean and overall the whole lot is nicely kept up with and clean.
TravelerThe 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.
LegendWonderful RV park for long term Escapee-ers or members just passing through. We stopped here for a night, arriving on the weekend with no prior reservations or contact with them. They make it easy for you to self register when they're closed on weekends, just go up to the office and take one of their welcome packets.
We stayed in a dry camp site for only $7.50, and paid $5 for the dump (dump is only for members as well). FHU sites are around $33 depending on in-season/off-season, but I don't know how we would have figured out which sites were available. There are so many activities and amenities here for the long termers (I believe it's a 55+ park), I couldn't even list them all.
Showers and laundry were clean and efficient. There's a dog park and a dog walking path (there are signs everywhere about not letting your dog pee or poo on their nice plants). Cell service was good and they have good wifi as well. This would definitely be a spot we'd stop at again when we're in the area next.
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.
RangerGreat 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!
TravelerI’ve stayed at Rainbow’s End twice. Both times were in their overflow camping area, which are two spots with water and electric only, under some trees which made for comfortable shade. The staff at the park are nice and professional, the facilities are always clean, and there is a large dog park (it has a somewhat short fence, perfect for my small dogs but be careful with bigger animals). Lots of people live at Rainbow’s end full time. It’s very clean and well maintained. You do get some road noise from the US 101, but it’s not too noticeable. If you aren’t taking advantage of water and electric hookups, it could be a little expensive.
ScoutAffordable 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.
Pet friendly camping near Freeland, Washington sits along the Salish Sea with multiple state parks on Whidbey and nearby Marrowstone Island. The region averages 21 inches of annual rainfall with a moderate marine climate that keeps summer temperatures typically between 60-75°F. Winter camping remains possible as temperatures rarely drop below freezing in this maritime region.
Explore historic gun batteries: Fort Ebey State Park offers well-preserved WWII defense structures open for exploration. "The old bunkers and batteries to explore right next to the campground. There's also a great hiking trail that begins at the campground and takes you along the bluff and shoreline to Ebey's Landing Historic Park," notes Zach A. from Fort Ebey State Park Campground.
Tide pooling at Sequim Bay: The rocky shore reveals abundant marine life during low tide. "The Bay is absolutely stunning. The water is so clear, and there is so much wildlife in this park. I've never seen more starfish, and seals," says Anthony S. from Sequim Bay State Park Campground.
Cycling on dedicated trails: The Olympic Discovery Trail runs through several parks in the region. "The Olympic Discovery Trail runs through the park making this an ideal spot for people wanting a protected and scenic bike trail cycling experience," explains Emma A., who visited Sequim Bay State Park.
Waterfront activities: Fishing, kayaking and crabbing opportunities exist at most waterfront parks. "From arriving to leaving it was a great experience. Beach front camping, old fort to explore, and endless outdoor opportunities," shares Joseph M. about Fort Flagler.
Spacious campsites: Many parks offer generously sized sites compared to standard campgrounds. "This campsites here are really big. It is probably a group site. This place has fire rings and tables," explains kevin T. about Fort Flagler Historical State Park Campground.
Clean facilities: Well-maintained bathrooms and showers are consistently mentioned in reviews. "Clean modern restrooms. Excellent hot showers. Paved level sites and most have good separation. Quiet. Highly recommend," notes Leonard H. about Beach Campground — Fort Worden Historical State Park.
Beach access: Direct paths to shorelines provide water views and recreation. "Great coastal views and beach walks with lighthouse and pier access. Possibility to rent kayaks," adds Leonard H. about Fort Worden.
Off-season tranquility: Winter camping offers solitude and unique views. "Awesome fall and winter camping. First come first serve after Oct 31st. Spend a long weekend there last week. No problem finding 2 sites side by side for 40 ft rigs," reports Mike K. about Fort Flagler.
Site privacy varies significantly: Campgrounds offer different levels of separation between sites. "If you're looking for a serene woodsy place to tent camp this is it! The tent sites all have moderate to high privacy, especially the perimeter sites," explains skarz from Fort Townsend Historical State Park Campground.
Military jet noise: The naval air station impacts some parks with periodic flyovers. "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," warns will L. about Deception Pass.
Seasonal water shutoffs: Winter campers should check utility availability. "Website said water was turned off at the sites but all sites still had water," notes Mike K. about Fort Flagler's winter camping.
Reservation timing: Popular sites require advance planning, especially waterfront locations. "The front spaces have a view of mountains and water, and open out onto a pretty beach. You'll definitely need to book well in advance for this one," advises Thomas B. about Point Hudson Marina.
Playground proximity: Choose campgrounds with play areas near campsites. "This has been well thought out with the play parks. It really is a lovely site but limited for large RV's," notes Vik H. about Sequim Bay State Park.
Junior Ranger programs: Several historic parks offer educational activities. "Kids of all ages should do the Junior Ranger program which the Gift Shop has the packets," recommends Becky R. from Deception Pass State Park Campground.
Protected swimming areas: Some parks have designated swimming spots for children. "Cranberry Lake has a designated swimming area where the water is super shallow and just perfect for the kiddos," explains Travis D. about Deception Pass.
Beach exploration opportunities: Tidal pools offer natural science lessons. "We went in spring and it rained a lot, but still got out to explore the bunkers and the beach. Beach front sites and more trees sites. Bikes are helpful to explore the whole park," suggests Tami P. from Fort Flagler.
Site approach angles: Some parks have challenging backing situations. "RV sites 1, 2, 4, 9, and 11 will be easier to back in to. The other full hook up sites are 90° approaches," advises K D. from Kitsap Memorial State Park Campground.
Water pressure considerations: Older parks may have infrastructure limitations. "Water pressure is low, averaging just over 20psi," notes K D. about Kitsap Memorial.
Hookup placement: Some sites have utilities in awkward positions. "Our site in particular had hookups in all the wrong places and a steep hill directly behind it," warns Amanda B. about Sequim Bay State Park.
Solar access variations: Tree cover impacts power generation. "We had great solar accessibility and phone service as well as an unobstructed view for satellite internet. Up in the forested campground there is less solar access," explains Shari G. about Lower Oak Bay Park.
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