Best Glamping near Grays River, WA

Skamokawa Vista Park houses five waterfront yurts with direct views of the Columbia River, while Road to Snag Lake offers secluded glamping sites with remarkable stargazing opportunities. These luxury camping options provide a perfect balance of outdoor immersion and upscale comfort, with Vista Park's yurts featuring electricity, comfortable beds, and picnic tables. Both locations allow pets, making them ideal for glampers who travel with furry companions. The waterfront yurts at Skamokawa Vista Park provide front-row seats to watch massive ships glide by on the Columbia River, adding a unique nautical element to the boutique camping experience. A visitor noted, "We camped in the full hookups section in the woods and it was awesome. Next time, we plan to snag a partial hookup spot on the river."

Vista Park's glamping accommodations sit just steps from sandy beaches where guests can enjoy water activities, fishing, and beachcombing. The surrounding area has hiking trails, tennis courts, and a playground for families seeking varied recreation options. Both glamping resorts maintain a connection to nature while providing comfort amenities not found at traditional campsites. The secluded location of Road to Snag Lake glamping sites offers exceptional privacy and cell service, making it suitable for remote work retreats. One guest shared, "Great cell service! I was able to work remotely (teams calls) for 3 days with no issues. Also beautiful views!" Reservations for Skamokawa Vista Park can be made up to fourteen months in advance, with peak season rates of $40 per night for yurts and availability generally running from May through September.

Best Glamping Sites Near Grays River, Washington (38)

    1. Fort Stevens State Park Campground

    156 Reviews
    Hammond, OR
    21 miles
    Website
    +1 (503) 861-3170

    $11 - $115 / night

    "Like the previous poster said, quiet hours were not enforced and there was a loud group across from us active until well past 10."

    "There are a ton of bike paths and your entrance into your campsite also allows you access to the park the next day so you can explore after check out if you want. Quiet hours are not enforced."

    2. Cape Disappointment State Park Campground

    86 Reviews
    Ilwaco, WA
    23 miles
    Website
    +1 (360) 642-3078

    $40 / night

    "In the main campground loops, There is no WiFi available, No TV signals of any kind, and absolutely no cell service from any Cell service provider."

    "Very easy access to the water as well. The yurts are your basic state park round dome with sleeping arrangements for up to 5 people. It has a table, chairs, and indoor heat."

    3. Skamokawa Vista Park

    15 Reviews
    Cathlamet, WA
    9 miles
    Website
    +1 (360) 795-8605

    $35 - $55 / night

    "Got a few sun breaks and dry hours to walk to central Skamakowa. Drove to Cathlamet and walked around. Hiked a bit (pretty wet)at the campground."

    "RANGER REVIEW: GREEN GOO Campground review: This small campground is located about 45 minutes inland from the Washington coast on the bank of the Columbia river."

    4. Road to Snag Lake - Dispersed

    17 Reviews
    Naselle, WA
    11 miles
    Website

    "It was a concrete pad so set up for the teardrop was easy. We were the only campers that we are aware of; very quiet night. No trash on site."

    "Great spot because it's so secluded in the forest. There's basically zero traffic on the dirt road near the campsite. A lot of the trees around seem to be new growth."

    5. Elochoman Marina

    7 Reviews
    Cathlamet, WA
    14 miles
    Website
    +1 (360) 795-3501

    $35 - $50 / night

    "We had a great spot on the water with beautiful sunset and walking distance to a pub and pizza place."

    "It’s not fancy, no water or electricity at the tent sites. However you have a great view of the water and it’s fairly quiet. There are showers and bathrooms and ice available at the office."

    6. The Lamp Camp

    16 Reviews
    Loomis, WA
    22 miles
    Website
    +1 (360) 777-3949

    $60 - $67 / night

    "Clean and up to date facilities, gorgeous community outdoor kitchen, full rev hook ups, easy walk to ocean beach, local musicians weekends.  Best place to stay in Long Beach."

    "The owners and camp host do such a great job making you feel welcome and everyone around was so welcoming and inviting."

    7. Thousand Trails Long Beach

    11 Reviews
    Ilwaco, WA
    23 miles
    Website
    +1 (888) 707-1477

    "This is a nice little campground near the beach. If you want to get to the beach, it is down a path with some of the worst mosquitoes we have ever seen."

    "odd numbers site have hook ups on the right , even have hook ups on the left. ( drivers side) very clean, friendly and fun place to stay. lots of amenities, pool, hot tub, horseshoes, and walking distance"

    8. Lewis & Clark Golf & RV Park

    4 Reviews
    Astoria, OR
    18 miles
    Website
    +1 (503) 338-3386

    "We arrived at 730pm and left around 10am. They only take cash or check, and our site cost us $52."

    "My experience was great large campground many places to park,friendly staff and a lake to fish at and the jetty as well.never know what your gonna catch there multiple species of fish,crab,razor clamming.dont"

    9. Bay Center-Willapa Bay KOA

    13 Reviews
    Oysterville, WA
    25 miles
    Website
    +1 (360) 875-6344

    "They have clam beds just for campers, or a day fee for those wanting to rake without camping. Some of the sites are pretty open but if you went with a large family it would be perfect."

    "The decor and theming shows a real effort in making the place welcoming and family friendly. There is a short trail to the beach to watch the sunsets and search for shells."

    10. Thousand Trails Seaside

    24 Reviews
    Seaside, OR
    29 miles
    Website
    +1 (888) 707-1477

    "It also has the pool/hot tub, cafe, group fire pit, kids play ground, and overflow parking. Pickleball/tennis courts. The north side is also the only side that has 50A power."

    "this is a thousand trails resort but you can stay without the membership. you get to pick any spot you want when you arrive. first come first choice."

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Glamping Reviews near Grays River, WA

712 Reviews of 38 Grays River Campgrounds


  • Glen M.
    Jul. 7, 2019

    The Lamp Camp

    Nicest private park we’ve ever stayed at

    Aaron and wife have done a tremendous job of revamping this camp.  Clean and up to date facilities, gorgeous community outdoor kitchen, full rev hook ups, easy walk to ocean beach, local musicians weekends.  Best place to stay in Long Beach.

  • Crystal C.The Dyrt PRO User
    Mar. 6, 2020

    Lewis & Clark State Park Campground

    Traditional Camping Option Within Short Drive Of Mount St Helens area

    When venturing to Mount St Helens area I wanted to find a campground relatively close by to stay before visiting the next day. I found Lewis and Clark State Park along the way and opted to give it a shot for an overnight. The site looked comfortable and quiet and was well shaded and welcoming. 

    Pulling into the campground I noticed several areas to enjoy recreationally alongside camping including public park areas with covered outdoor kitchen zones perfect for those enjoying the area for day use. Additionally there were several areas with play equipment and outdoor activities for singles or the family to enjoy. 

    Pulling into the camping loop area sites were well spaced and shaded by large vibrant trees. Soft mosses lined walkways and created a feeling of being deep into the forest without being far removed from actual civilization and it was a nice departure from many of the more commercial looking camps of the area which lacked the forest feel. 

    The camp site I chose was equipped with the standard amenities of a picnic table and fire ring and the pull in section was just large enough for my smaller car. Throughout camp I did notice some sites were designed specifically for tent campers while others would cater better to larger units. Something unique about this location was it offered bike in campers sites as well with much smaller pull in areas but just as much space to spread out and set up their tents. 

    The bath house was very nice as it was heated and had hot water, though when I was there I did encounter a slight concern with using this bathhouse because there was a current e coli water warning which was displayed throughout camp on all water spigots. This left me more than a little leary about using the water in the bathroom turning what could have been a warm amazing shower into a bit of a concerning experience. 

    Because of this concern I noticed they had hand sanitizer placed in the restrooms, which was a great concession considering the issue at hand. 

    While this was a campsite I did enjoy, I feel as though with the water concerns I could not fully embrace all the features of camp which did hinder me slightly from fully being able to embrace all of the options. Should I return to this area I would check in advance to see if the water was a concern before staying another night. 

    The campground, like many in the area, advocate recycling.  Not only will you find trash cans and dumpsters throughout camp but you will also find recycling barrels scattered throughout camp.    I truly enjoyed this feature of the park as it is making a difference in the bigger picture and you can commonly find items created from recycled items such as benches and tables located throughout various state parks as continued improvements occur.

    All in all, for someone just wanting to enjoy a night at a quiet campground this would be a great one to check out in the area. While it lacks some of the amenities of other campgrounds in the area which are more destination style camps it has a lot of charm for those wanting to enjoy fun with family or friends in a more traditional camping style. 

    TIPS:

    • Check in advance for water related issues not only at this campground but others in the area. 
    • Make a stop just before the entrance of the park at the Jackson House Historic Site. This site is a major portion of the area’s rich history and with several unique signs which walk you through the significance of the area you will be enriched by this short stop.
    • Make sure you have a Discover Pass!! Any stay in Washington you will want to make sure you have this pass.
  • Tanya B.The Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 27, 2020

    Kampers West RV Park

    Enjoyed the rustic cabin!

    Wanting to avoid the wildfire smoke in September, we headed to the coast in search of fresher air.  With rain in the forecast, we opted to stay in one of the cute rustic cabins at Kampers West RV Park. The front desk staff were welcoming when we arrived.  The cabin was basic but comfortable the night. It had a full bed and bunk bed, table, chair and heater.  Kampers West is conveniently located near Fort Stevens State Park and Lewis and Clark National Historical Park / Fort Clatsop and the The Fort To Sea Trail hiking in Warrenton.

  • Mary C.
    Aug. 17, 2018

    Bay Center-Willapa Bay KOA

    This place has it all!!

    When we go crabbing it is usually our of Tokeland. We checked out Bay Center and were so pleasantly surprised by this KOA. This place really has it all!!

    -Full Hookups, complimentary showers, wifi, cable, and a snack bar.

    They have clam beds just for campers, or a day fee for those wanting to rake without camping. Some of the sites are pretty open but if you went with a large family it would be perfect. You can only have 4 people to a tent campsite and 6 to an RV site, which puts some limitations on people.

    They have spaces for RV's and trailers, tents, cabins, yurts and even have trailers you can rent to stay in on site!

    This is a great spot for families who do not necessarily want to rough it and want to enjoy a smooth weekend being cared for by great hosts!

  • Ashley B.
    Sep. 27, 2018

    Seaquest State Park Campground

    Campground near Mt. Saint Helen's

    This is a campground on one of the roads leading to Mt. Saint Helen's. It was a decent sized campground with RV spots, tent spots, group spots, and walk-in spots. It had a huge playground area as well as a day use site with covered shelters within the park. The visitor center was a short 1 mile walk from the campground that had an under road tunnel leading under the highway. From the visitor center here was an additional path through the marsh with views of Mt. Saint Helen's, or at least I think there are views the smoke was so thick we could not see the mountain. At night the campground had a great Junior Ranger program with a very enthusiastic park ranger that kept the almost 50 people/kids entertained. She was great at engaging all the kids and teaching them about the park, highly recommend this for anyone bringing kids. For being completely full the nights we were there it was pretty quiet with only the occasional noise coming from the nearby highway.

    We stayed in the group site, spot 60/61. Since we booked the group site we were required to book both of the spots at the same time. It was the smallest group site I have ever seen. There was barely room for the 3 tents we set up and originally we would have had almost 6, which would not have fit in this spot. There were 2 large tables as well as 2 fire pits, however 1 fire pit was inches away from the bushes and would not have been good for people to sit around. Luckily the other fire pit was great and we were all able to sit around it. The bathrooms and water were close by.

    There were other sites that were much bigger and would be able to accommodate larger groups. I would not waste my money on the group site if you need more then 4 tents, honestly 3 was a squeeze. It's a great campground for those that are spending multiple days in Mt. Saint Helen's since it was a very short drive away.

  • Cyndi A.
    Jan. 18, 2015

    Dairy Creek West — L.L. Stub Stewart Memorial State Park

    Bike and Camp...or drive up and walk up

    We LOVE this campground. Quick drive from SE Portland (or bike out all the way on a lovely trail if you are so inclined). We drove up to meet up with friends who biked in so we could camp a few nights. The sites are well situated so that there is enough distance that we could not see our neighbors. The communal fire pit was convenient and wood was provided. The campsite had gravel so we were glad we brought our moving blanket to place under our tent tarp. The trails were extensive and we could hear the brooke!

  • K
    Jun. 13, 2018

    Nehalem Bay State Park Campground

    Peaceful Slice of Heaven on the Pacific Coast

    Really cool atmosphere just steps away from the beach. The sounds of the waves can be heard right from your site. Nice facilities. Yurt is highly recommended and sleeps 5. Really liked that each yurt had its own deck, picnic table, and fire pit. The shrubbery around the campgrounds was really cool and offered extra privacy. They also had equestrian sites as well as tent and electric RV. Cannot wait to go back my only regret was that we couldn't stay longer!

  • Jason W.
    Oct. 17, 2022

    Cape Disappointment State Park Campground

    The best place to unplug.

    We stayed at Disappointment for almost a week. It is a great place to relax and unplug from life. In the main campground loops, There is no WiFi available, No TV signals of any kind, and absolutely no cell service from any Cell service provider. We use all 3 main carriers, AT&T, Verizon, and T Mobile for service and work. The is no cell service, not even with a Cell Booster.

    Overall, it is a nice park campground. There's lots of trees. It's easy for us to get in and out. Nice hiking trails. A secluded beach that rarely sees people outside of Summer.

    The only downside we had was the increased amount of pollution washing up on the shoreline. It was pretty bad.

    In the end, it was a really great place to unplug from the world, relax, and enjoy nature.

  • KThe Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 4, 2021

    Fort Stevens State Park Campground

    Largest campground this side of the Mississippi!

    We didn’t realize how big this campground was until we got there. Over 560 sites! Camping world! The sites are not terribly private but it still beats most RV parks. Like the previous poster said, quiet hours were not enforced and there was a loud group across from us active until well past 10. It’s an impressive place though with lots of volunteers picking up trash and being helpful. One did enforce some daytime quiet with loud music coming from the rowdy group. We ended up not staying long but I’m glad we saw this place. If you want to drive out the spit, to the very “end” of Oregon, there’s a bunch of road construction. You turn into a break in the fence and will very soon be driving on the beach! Everyone is doing it and mostly fishing. It was an adventurous surprise for sure!

    One more thing, there was some rather loud aircraft flying occasionally overhead, one came over in the middle of the night.


Guide to Grays River

Glamping options in Grays River, Washington provide access to the diverse ecosystems of the lower Columbia River region. The area sits at a relatively low elevation of 36 feet above sea level, creating a temperate climate with abundant rainfall of approximately 70 inches annually. Weather patterns can change quickly in this coastal area, with morning fog common even during summer months.

What to do

Beach exploration: 5 minutes from The Lamp Camp offers direct access to quieter sections of Long Beach Peninsula beaches. "The tent sites are great, especially towards the ocean. Bathrooms are really nice. Big showers. Nice outside areas- cooking area, games, benches, lights along the bath to a beautiful quiet beach," notes Laura W.

Historical sites: 20-minute drive from several campgrounds to Fort Stevens State Park for military history. "Visiting the forts and cannons are fun. Bring mosquito repellent!" advises Gail S. from Fort Stevens State Park Campground.

Kayaking opportunities: Launch directly from Elochoman Marina for sheltered paddling. "We had a great spot on the water with beautiful sunset and walking distance to a pub and pizza place," shares Donald H. about his experience at the marina.

Stargazing: Best during clear nights at higher elevation camping spots. "Amazing views and complete silence! Tons of rabbits and wildflowers. We stayed on a Friday night in August and were the only ones here," reports Clayton P. about Road to Snag Lake.

What campers like

Waterfront camping: Sites along Columbia River provide unique viewing opportunities. "Most sites have a view of the river. Fun to watch the large ships go by. Boat launch available. We have seen deer every time we have camped here," shares Maggie about Skamokawa Vista Park.

Privacy between sites: Some parks offer better separation than others. "Site 30 was a sweet little site; since it is a pull-through with trees on one side, it offers some privacy, it is tucked away and more private than many of the other sites," explains Lee D. about their stay at Skamokawa Vista Park.

Pet-friendly accommodations: Most sites welcome pets with designated areas. "The campground was packed but our site was still very private, small and cozy. Easy walk to the beach and great ocean views," reports D B. about Cape Disappointment State Park.

Clean facilities: Many campgrounds maintain well-kept shower buildings. "Cute well maintained county campground right on the Columbia river on the WA side. Friendly camp hosts with sites available directly on the rivers edge and back in the trees as well. Bathrooms are clean and camp sites well maintained," notes Angela S. about her Skamokawa Vista Park experience.

What you should know

Road conditions: Access to some dispersed sites requires preparation. "The road getting here is a bit rough with lots of washboard, steep grades and rocks. But it's fun. No amenities, obviously, but there is a concrete pad from an old structure you can park on," advises Ryan S. about Road to Snag Lake.

Seasonal operations: Some campgrounds close during off-season. "Campground is nice clean restrooms and right on the beach. Lots of boat traffic to watch. Great hiking," reports Eric P., who stayed in a waterfront yurt at Skamokawa Vista Park, which operates primarily May through September.

Cell service variability: Coverage differs significantly between locations. "Great cell service! I was able to work remotely (teams calls) for 3 days with no issues. Also beautiful views!" shares Vivian N. about the reliable connection at Road to Snag Lake.

Wildlife encounters: Prepare for mosquitoes and observe local fauna. "This entire park is VERY pet friendly. Keep your furry friends on a leash and you can take them on any of the trails in the park," notes Kier S. about Cape Disappointment.

Tips for camping with families

Playground access: Some parks offer play structures for children. "Very kid friendly campground! Very clean and kid friendly campground!" mentions Beth C. about Skamokawa Vista Park, which includes playground areas and open spaces for recreation.

Weather preparation: Pack for variable conditions year-round. "Oregon is well known for it's magnificent state parks, and this is no exception. The campground is huge, probably some 400+ spaces; well cared for & clean, with an abundance of hiking trails & historical sites to explore," shares Gary M. about his family trip to Fort Stevens State Park.

Educational opportunities: Several parks offer historical interpretation. "We brought the kids and expected to listen to their complaints the whole time, but they were intrigued by everything!" shares Cadie H. about the historical attractions at Fort Stevens State Park.

Beach safety awareness: Monitor tides and wind conditions. "The beach is VERY windy and my mutt was fine walking downwind, but when we turned around she was very unhappy being very low to the ground with sand blowing in her face," warns Kier S. about Cape Disappointment's beaches.

Tips from RVers

Site selection strategy: Choose carefully based on hookup placement. "Sites 27-29 are the most private with lots of trees separating them. Sites 27-33 have their own garbage receptacle at their site while others have a more centrally located garbage/recycling area," advises Lee D. about Skamokawa Vista Park.

Reservation timing: Book well in advance for peak season. "Your basic KOA with the amenities: flush toilets, showers, dog park, gift shop, kids activities, etc. but comes with the price $38/night basic primitive tent camping," reports Kaelin P. about Bay Center-Willapa Bay KOA.

Local supply stops: Note nearby towns for provisions. "Near by town of Cathlamet for needed supplies," mentions Angela S. about camping near Skamokawa Vista Park, highlighting the convenience of local shopping options.

Hookup considerations: Check utility requirements before booking. "The sites are really close together (for someone who likes forest camping), to the point where it's difficult to set up a lounge area. For sites 12 and 13 the river views are obscured by site 14," warns Jen R. about their Skamokawa Vista Park experience.

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