Best Tent Camping near Kelso, WA

Kelso is an ideal place for camping adventures of all kinds. Aside from great camping spots, you'll find hiking and many more outdoor experiences. Thinking of traveling with kids? You're in luck—Kelso is surrounded by family-friendly activities. Search nearby campsites and find top-rated spots from other campers.

Best Tent Sites Near Kelso, Washington (38)

    1. Four Directions Retreat

    2 Reviews
    Rainier, OR
    6 miles
    Website
    +1 (503) 957-3287

    $30 - $300 / night

    2. Sand Island Marine Park Campground

    5 Reviews
    St. Helens, OR
    18 miles
    Website
    +1 (503) 310-0235

    $30 / night

    "Sites are primitive, no tables. This is on the columbia river water kayak trail."

    "Island is lovely to walk around, our site had beach access. Site to reserve has pictures. Will definitely return!"

    3. Cougar Park & Campground - Tent Only

    9 Reviews
    Cougar, WA
    29 miles
    Website
    +1 (503) 813-6666

    "I was on a 4 day backpacking trip and stayed at this campsite with a group of people. The weather does change very fast in the park so bring extra layers. There is fire rings tables and restrooms"

    "We got site #36 site with some trees, no real noise of the road, felt fairly private. The sites are somewhat far apart though I could see into my neighbor's campground."

    4. Merrill Lake Campground

    6 Reviews
    Cougar, WA
    27 miles
    Website
    +1 (360) 577-2025

    "another site where you park and walk in! 8 sites, some are more private than others. 2 vault toilets, fire rings and picnic tables! great lake to kayak on."

    "There are 8 walk in sites and one drive up site, all first come first serve discovery pass required. Some sites are larger than others, but in ours we were able to fit two 6ptents and one 2p tent."

    5. Clatsop State Forest Gnat Creek Campground

    7 Reviews
    Cathlamet, OR
    29 miles
    Website
    +1 (503) 325-5451

    $10 - $15 / night

    "There was free firewood stacked nearby because of all the logging in the area. Each site has a picnic table and fire pit. Walk in tent camping only, or you could park your van in the parking lot."

    "Drove past the paid camping and found many available areas to set up for the night. Couple areas had excessive amounts of trash."

    6. JJ Collins Marine Park

    3 Reviews
    Scappoose, OR
    25 miles
    Website
    +1 (503) 397-2353

    7. Healing ponds farm retreat and healing center

    6 Reviews
    Buxton, OR
    31 miles
    +1 (503) 709-0706

    $45 / night

    "The RV toilet, hammock, fire pit, and picnic table were well maintained."

    "Our site was secluded and we had privacy. The pond area is beautiful with all the statues found around it. Highly recommend and we plan to visit again :)"

    8. Mount St. Helens Dispersed Camping

    10 Reviews
    Cougar, WA
    38 miles

    "Found this campsite when driving up to the south side of Mount St. Helens Hikes - it is situated between Ape Caves (farther away) and pretty close to Lava Canyon and Ape Canyon."

    "This is a dispersed campsite near the south side of Mount St. Helens. It's free, which is always great. The drive in is just off the highway and up a little hill, but my car had no problems with it."

    9. Lake Merrill- State Forest

    1 Review
    Cougar, WA
    27 miles
    Website
    +1 (360) 577-2025

    "9 campsites available, but when we got there they were all taken so we took a spot right beside the lake. Fly fishing allowed. Has a bathroom and access to non-potable water."

    10. Rapid Ride Adventure

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    Toutle, WA
    20 miles
    Website
    +1 (360) 463-3830

    $37 - $42 / night

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Tent Camping Reviews near Kelso, WA

873 Reviews of 38 Kelso Campgrounds



Guide to Kelso

Tent camping near Kelso, Washington offers a variety of scenic locations for outdoor enthusiasts looking to immerse themselves in nature. With options ranging from secluded spots to well-equipped sites, there's something for everyone.

Tent campers appreciate these amenities

Some prices for tent camping range from $15 to $21

Tips for tent camping near Kelso

  • Arrive early at Merrill Lake Campground to secure a spot, as sites are first-come, first-served and can fill up quickly.
  • Be prepared to pack light when visiting Gnat Creek Campground, as loading and unloading gear can be a bit of a trek.
  • Bring your own toilet paper and essentials when camping at Merrill Lake Campground, as some facilities may not be stocked.

Frequently Asked Questions

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

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular tent campground near Kelso, WA is Four Directions Retreat with a 4-star rating from 2 reviews.

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TheDyrt.com has all 38 tent camping locations near Kelso, WA, with real photos and reviews from campers.