Best Tent Camping near Freeland, WA

State parks and public lands surrounding Freeland, Washington provide diverse tent camping options for outdoor enthusiasts. Fort Ebey State Park Campground, located in nearby Coupeville, offers well-maintained tent campsites with exceptional privacy in a densely forested setting. The Woodlands at Lake Stickney provides secluded walk-in tent sites for those seeking a more primitive experience. Big Country offers a dedicated walk-in tent-only site, while Slab Camp/Deer Ridge Trailhead provides free primitive tent camping with permit requirements.

Most tent campgrounds in the region feature basic amenities with varying levels of development. Fort Ebey's tent sites include picnic tables, fire pits, and access to clean restrooms with showers, though campers should note the single bathroom facility is centrally located. According to reviews, the sites are "extremely well kept" with "bathroom facilities very clean." Walk-in tent sites at places like Big Country and Woodlands at Lake Stickney typically offer more seclusion but fewer amenities. Seasonal considerations are important for backcountry tent camping, with Fort Ebey operating from March to October and Dungeness Forks available from May to Labor Day. Fire bans are common during summer months, particularly in primitive tent camping areas.

Tent campers frequently cite the exceptional views and natural surroundings as highlights of the region. At Fort Ebey, one visitor noted that "most campsites have a lot of privacy and are not very close together," making it ideal for tent-only camping experiences. The park's bluff area provides "stunning" views accessible via hiking trails directly from the campground. Deer Park Campground in Olympic National Park, though farther from Freeland, offers level tent sites with "fantastic 360 degree views" according to campers. For those seeking primitive tent camping experiences, the region's walk-in sites provide greater seclusion and direct access to trail networks, though visitors should be prepared to bring all necessary supplies including water.

Best Tent Sites Near Freeland, Washington (87)

    1. Fort Ebey State Park Campground

    14 Reviews
    Coupeville, WA
    17 miles
    Website
    +1 (360) 678-4636

    "I did appreciate the extra space and privacy of the larger site. It would also be great for more people as well (allow up to 2 cars w/ +$15 for second car and up to 8 people per site)."

    "The campground is easy to find from the highway and the facilities are very clean and there's a number of showers and bathrooms around the campground."

    2. Kinney Point State Park Campground

    1 Review
    Nordland, WA
    7 miles
    Website

    $12 / night

    "No running water but vault toilets. No reservations. Rack for kayaks above high tide. Nice alternative to the Oak Bay sites at Pt. Hadlock to the west. Open all year."

    3. Big Country

    1 Review
    Clinton, WA
    9 miles
    Website

    $50 / night

    "We're so happy to have this beautiful property on our platform. This site is secluded yet close to the Possession Sound Preserve. Book your stay today and leave them a review!"

    4. Paine Field Community Park

    3 Reviews
    Mukilteo, WA
    15 miles
    Website

    "A great clean safe place in the city and surrounded by trees and nature"

    5. Tulalip Casino

    4 Reviews
    Marysville, WA
    17 miles
    Website
    +1 (866) 716-7162

    "No hook ups and no water available. Clean area and pet exercise area. Security drives by regular."

    "Great place to walk your dog. Many great places to eat and of course the casino."

    6. Woodlands at Lake Stickney

    2 Reviews
    Mill Creek, WA
    16 miles
    +1 (425) 280-0317

    $60 - $68 / night

    "The tent sites at Hearth Street Properties offer secluded spots near the water, with conveniences like restaurants nearby.  Check them out and share some pics from your trip on the Dyrt!"

    "They took a lot of care in making sure we were comfortable while also giving us our privacy and space."

    7. Dungeness Forks Campground

    9 Reviews
    Sequim, WA
    27 miles
    Website

    "We arrived here while beginning our trip around the Olympic peninsula. We unfortunately got caught in rain for almost 2 weeks."

    "Great trails and right next to The spit. Only issue is that it is a locally run (county?) park and there's no alcohol allowed they are VERY strict about this policy."

    8. Deer Park Campground — Olympic National Park

    12 Reviews
    Carlsborg, WA
    34 miles
    Website
    +1 (360) 565-3130

    "Deep park is located on a 7 mile long gravel road.  The drive up is tight and not suitable for any type of trailer.  The campground has level tent sights that offer a fantastic 360 degree view. "

    "Luckily I went and talked to the ranger and he told me of a spot that might still be open…IT WAS! We were there for the weekend."

    9. Paca Pride Guest Ranch

    1 Review
    Granite Falls, WA
    27 miles
    Website
    +1 (360) 691-3395

    $35 - $149 / night

    "Camped on a yurt tent pad here and it was awesome. Alpacas and other animals. Mellow and fun!"

    10. Blake Island Marine State Park Campground

    4 Reviews
    Manchester, WA
    33 miles
    Website

    $12 - $45 / night

    "Really fantastic location. Very strict rangers which can be good or bad depending on your preference. Quiet hours are at 10pm which is early for some people so be aware."

    "Hike the perimeter trail for views all around the island. It's a great place to stay in the summer months and relax."

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Tent Camping Reviews near Freeland, WA

1251 Reviews of 87 Freeland Campgrounds


  • Douglas S.The Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 1, 2019

    Red Bridge Campground

    Awesome campground in the beautiful Mount Baker National Forest

    The Red Bridge campground is on the very scenic Mountain loop Rd in the Mount Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest. It's a very beautiful drive. Nestled in some great trees, there are 13 sites with shade, right along the river. The camp host was very nice and sold firewood on site. There are no hook ups, and no water spigots so be sure to plan accordingly. There are bear proof trash cans and vault toilets available. Each site has a tent pad, picnic table and fire ring. This campground provides ample hiking, fishing and I saw people kayaking plus its not far to a hike to some glacier caves! Also check out the old red trestle bridge just outside of the campground. At $15 a night you have to see this place. 
    I highly recommend Red Bridge campground.

  • Elise M.
    Aug. 11, 2020

    Harry Osborne State Forest - TEMPORARILY CLOSED 2023

    Quiet and Lots of Space

    Great place to bring your LQ (any size rig) and camp with your horses. There are a few non-equestrians, but we need to keep this a place for equestrians because we are losing more and more campsites.  Trails are well maintained and extensive.

    No water or electric at the camp, but you can drive down to a creek and pump or collect water for your horses. You will be boondocking.

    High-line poles are available to high-tie your horses. We set up a portable corral and were fine. Picnic tables and fire rings are also available.

    No manure pile or wheel barrow. There is a vault toilet and I got cell service on my phone.

  • Jason H.
    Mar. 24, 2021

    Lena Lake Campground

    Great spot

    A nice 3.5 miles ish hike from the parking area to campground. The campsites offers fire rings and has plenty of amazing views of the lake. Don’t forget to pack everything out and leave no trace.

  • Art S.The Dyrt PRO User
    Jul. 12, 2016

    Lena Lake Campground

    Lena Lake campground

    This is a hike-in campground down a 3.5 mile trail. It sees heavy use from locals on the weekend. There was plenty of room during the week when I was there. Lena Lake is quiet and serene and the perfect place to sit on a log and journal. Other people walked around the edge of the lake but care must be taken as it's a bit rugged. Follow the leave no trace principles and this place will be one to return to again for yourself and others.

  • Ariel & John  W.The Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 27, 2020

    Heart O' the Hills Campground — Olympic National Park

    Beautiful clean primitive campgrounds

    In the Olympic NP, close to Hurricane Ridge to the south, 15 min to town of Port Ángeles to the north. Camped in loop C. Had a beautiful private site. Old growth forest and hiking trails all around. No hookups, no dump station. Each site has fire ring, picnic table. Each loop has a clean, powered, plumbed bathroom, no showers. Would camp again.

  • H
    Sep. 22, 2022

    Deception Pass State Park Campground

    Cozy campsites !

    There were SO MANY available campsites when we got there. About mid afternoon. The ranger was super friendly and welcoming! The bathrooms were nice and had showers that require tokens that you can buy with your site at check in. The sites vary in size and shape but most of them are decently private/ spaced apart. The site next to us never got booked, probably because it was small, but it was nice for us because it was only a few bushes away. Sites include a picnic table and fire ring with grill grate . There was a trail to the beach not far from us and it was super nice. Although there are plenty of signs that require dogs to be on leashes most people did not adhere to those rules, so keep an eye out if you're bringing the doggos. Very family friendly, very cozy, very nice stay!

  • Douglas S.The Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 1, 2019

    Clear Creek Campground

    Gorgeous camping in the Mt Baker National Forest

    The Clear Creek campground is off the Mountain loop Rd in the Mount Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest. Clear Creek is only ten minutes or so from Darrington WA. Only 13 campsites with tent pads, picnic tables, and fire rings. Vault toilets were also available. Firewood is not available on site, but local residents have firewood for sale at the roadside. The creek and the Sauk river are absolutely beautiful. There is so much wildlife in the area, keep an eye out, I think I saw a wolverine by the creek, couldn't get my camera ready in time,

  • Travis D.
    Aug. 6, 2017

    Deception Pass State Park Campground

    Ranger Review: Green Goo at Deception Pass State Park Hike-In Campground

    Campground Review

    My three-year-old and I backpacked in and it was amazing. Crazy crowded and crazy loud with the military jets overhead (Naval Air Base nearby) – but beautiful none the less. It’s good to note that the jets do shut off around 5 pm and there is plenty of quite time from that point on. But be prepared during the day for some ear splitting noise - I would actually advise ear plugs!

    We hiked in for the adventure, but also because all the drive-in sites were reserved. They have several secluded campsites set aside for hikers and bikers, and they were totally worth the work. We ended up in site #233 and it was perfect. Totally tucked away in the trees with soft ground and simple surroundings. If you plan to hike or bike in and use these spots, get there as early as you can. All the sites got used and several folks who showed up toward evening didn’t get spots. We walked around to see all the drive-in spots and there are some pretty nice ones, but none as secluded as the hike/bike spots. The hike in from the northern park boundary is amazingly beautiful and it sure makes you appreciate the spot once you get there.

    There are trails everywhere from the campsites, but most importantly down to the beach and Cranberry Lake. I must say it’s quite amazing to sleep amongst the tall trees of the forest and then meander down to the beach to play! Cranberry Lake has a designated swimming area where the water is super shallow and just perfect for the kiddos.

    Amazing beauty and well worth the experience!

    Product Review

    Green Goo – Multiple Products

    As a Ranger for The Dyrt, I get products to test from time to time – on this trip I tested the amazing variety of salve and such from Green Goo. I made sure to take the salve for Dry Skin, Foot Care, and Pain Relief – all great stuff for backpacking! One feature I really like about the salves is the tin, they are perfect for stuffing in a little side pocket of your pack and don’t add much weight at all. It was heavenly to rub the balm into sore muscles and feet after we set up camp and recovered from the hike. The foot care stuff is especially helpful for me since my heels crack so bad. This stuff has really made a difference for my heels like nothing I’ve tried before. My daughter is a pretty rough and tumble little adventure seeker and has never been without some sort of scrape, scratch, or bump from climbing everything and running everywhere – the Skin Repair tin gets multiple uses daily – and it really does help heal her up quick. Overall – this stuff rocks, I’m totally sold on it and can’t wait to try other products from the company!

  • Amy & Stu B.
    Oct. 3, 2022

    Dosewallips State Park Campground

    Gorgeous location

    This campground is right next to a state park. It’s also very close to a river and lots of woods. We stayed here to see Olympic national park, (I wouldn’t recommend this location to travel to Olympic every day, it was very far.)

    The amenities were nice, bathrooms with warm water (one shower per bathroom.)

    No laundry, no Wi-Fi and both Verizon and AT&T worked with about one bar.

    The sites were level spacious and had a fire ring and picnic table at each. We chose the full hookup option. Firewood could be purchased through the camp host.

    The best part about this day was the surrounding area. Every night, my husband and I would walk to the wildlife viewing platform to see lots of birds, or walk down by the river and see lots of elk and bald eagles.


Guide to Freeland

Freeland, Washington, offers a variety of tent camping options that cater to nature lovers seeking adventure and relaxation in the great outdoors.

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Which is the most popular tent campsite near Freeland, WA?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular tent campground near Freeland, WA is Fort Ebey State Park Campground with a 4.4-star rating from 14 reviews.

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