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Best Cabin Camping near Lake Forest Park, WA

492 Reviews

Several cabin campgrounds operate within a 30-mile radius of Lake Forest Park. Fay Bainbridge Park offers cabins with water and electric hookups, shared bathrooms with showers, and picnic tables. Kitsap Memorial State Park provides cabin accommodations with sewer hookups and standard amenities. "The campsites are pretty tight so I'm sure in the summer months it gets noisy," noted one visitor about Fay Bainbridge, though they still praised the beautiful location. Tolt MacDonald Park in Carnation features cabins within a natural setting, complete with toilets, showers, and fire pits.

Rustic and deluxe cabins are both available, depending on the location. Tall Chief Campground in Fall City offers cabin rentals with electric hookups and basic furnishings. Dosewallips State Park Campground maintains cabins with more extensive amenities, including market access. Visitors should verify pet policies before booking, as restrictions vary by location. Flowing Lake Park & Campground allows pets in their cabins, while some other facilities have restrictions. Fort Flagler Historical State Park Campground provides cabins with water, electric and sewer hookups, making it suitable for longer stays.

Most cabins include beds but require visitors to bring their own linens, towels, and toiletries. Cooking setups typically include fire pits with grates, though amenities vary significantly between locations. Camano Island State Park and Deception Pass State Park Campground both offer cabin options with nearby market access for basic provisions. Thousand Trails Thunderbird in Monroe provides cabin rentals with full utility hookups but does not allow alcohol on the premises. Winter visitors should verify seasonal availability and heating options, as weather conditions can be challenging from November through March.

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Best Cabin Sites Near Lake Forest Park, Washington (48)

    1. Fay Bainbridge Park

    22 Reviews
    Bainbridge Island, WA
    11 miles
    Website
    +1 (206) 842-3931

    $7 - $95 / night

    "The spaces are packed in fairly tight with no dividing barriers of trees."

    "Lunch green grass with a fire pit. Shared shelter if needed due to weather with 2 grills for use. Great trees to hang the hammock!"

    2. Kitsap Memorial State Park Campground

    15 Reviews
    Poulsbo, WA
    17 miles
    Website
    +1 (360) 779-3205

    "Stayed at Kitsap Memorial Park past few days. Very quiet area, lots of room on site 9, walked to beach area. Bathrooms for camping have code, cleaned frequently. 5G service was fast."

    "Very nice park for playground and a very nice venue building. A lot of picnic tables in the open and in the shade of trees.
    Small rocky beach only accessable when the is not to high."

    3. Tolt MacDonald Park, WA

    22 Reviews
    Carnation, WA
    21 miles
    Website
    +1 (206) 205-5434

    "The campground is in 500+ acre Tolt-McDonald Park, far enough away from any busy road so that there is no traffic noise, just the sound of the Tolt River rapids."

    "Camping in Tolt McDonald park for Timberfest in the roof top tent was better than any previous camping I’ve done there."

    4. Tall Chief Campground

    15 Reviews
    Fall City, WA
    20 miles
    Website
    +1 (888) 707-1477

    "Lots of trees in our section separating us but in other sections your really close to each other. It is first come first serve and lucky us we got 50 amp."

    "We really enjoyed our stay here it was very quiet and peaceful sites were long and roomy with a fire ring and picnic table. Good cell service with AT&T and Sprint."

    5. Dosewallips State Park Campground

    45 Reviews
    Brinnon, WA
    29 miles
    Website
    +1 (360) 796-4415

    $12 - $50 / night

    "The campground has cabins, rustic shelters, and tent and rv site. The cabins are great for families and have a bunk bed and futon set up with a table set and even heaters."

    "This campground is right next to a state park. It’s also very close to a river and lots of woods."

    6. Flowing Lake Park & Campground

    12 Reviews
    Everett, WA
    19 miles
    Website
    +1 (360) 568-2274

    "We typically visit the cabins here in the winter, so we don’t usually partake in the summer activities of swimming, boating, etc., but we do love coming here in the winter."

    "Site I was in was very big with plenty of space ( picnic table/fire ring) and I got a site with electric/water. The site also has a connecting trail which was nice."

    7. Fort Flagler Historical State Park Campground

    35 Reviews
    Nordland, WA
    30 miles
    Website
    +1 (360) 385-1259

    "There were 3 or 4 sites listed as available in the lower campground and we found one that was perfect for us."

    "Will require a State Park Pass, they do check vehicles and ticket people ($10 for day & $30 for one year.) It is a fun day try or a overnight stay."

    8. Camano Island State Park Campground

    21 Reviews
    Greenbank, WA
    27 miles
    Website
    +1 (360) 387-3031

    "The trailers ranged in size from 22’ to 36’ and we found ample space for each.

    This site has close access to the bathrooms shared with those staying in the cabins."

    "Has running water, a couple fire pits and a bunch of picnic tables. These are lots of level spots to pitch tents."

    9. Deception Pass State Park Campground

    109 Reviews
    Anacortes, WA
    48 miles
    Website
    +1 (360) 675-2417

    $12 - $40 / night

    "There were SO MANY available campsites when we got there. About mid afternoon. The ranger was super friendly and welcoming!"

    "Bottom line: I’ve only camped at 4 state parks in WA, however, this is the best one I’ve stayed at.

    Pros: Secluded Campsites."

    10. Thousand Trails Thunderbird

    7 Reviews
    Sultan, WA
    20 miles
    Website
    +1 (888) 707-1477

    "WiFi wasn’t the best but hot spots worked well enough. Showers and restrooms were clean"

    "This is a good campground just off Hyway 2 and on the river, some site are directly next to the river, however, we choose a site on the other side of the road due to the full hookup there."

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  • S
    Sep. 6, 2023

    Camano Island State Park Campground

    Group Camp Stay

    We stayed with several families at the group site with a mixture of trailers, tents, and tents on cars. The trailers ranged in size from 22’ to 36’ and we found ample space for each.

    This site has close access to the bathrooms shared with those staying in the cabins. Peekaboo views of the water between the trees.

    The site has several campsites that branch off of the road through the site which is also a trail. It has a central gravel area for a large group or trailers next to a large field area. There is no kitchen shelter, just picnic tables, fire pits, and a grill.

    The site feels very private but you have people passing on the trail/road, which runs through the middle of camp, at regular intervals.

    The park is full of steep hills which can make those with mobility challenges or kids wanting to ride bikes tough. The road to the beach is very steep.

    Bring bug spray as mosquitoes were vicious as well as the yellow jackets.

  • 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!

  • Marisa N.
    Jul. 18, 2018

    Flowing Lake Park & Campground

    The cabins are a lot of fun!

    We typically visit the cabins here in the winter, so we don’t usually partake in the summer activities of swimming, boating, etc., but we do love coming here in the winter. The cabins are heated and have bunk beds, which makes for a cozy retreat into nature in the winter. The only reason that this spot did not get full stars is because the park has had transients hiking through the trails (which made for a scary 2 a.m. bathroom break).

  • Thomas B.The Dyrt PRO User
    May. 11, 2021

    Belfair State Park Campground

    On the shores of Hood Canal

    This campground is located on the northern side of Hood Canal and offers some great views of the water. About half the sites are in the woods, although they are all pretty close together. Some of the larger sites, including the RV sites, are right next to the beach, and you can set up chairs and have a beautiful view. These sites have little, if any, vegetation to provide privacy. A mid-week visit in early May found lots of sites open. The grounds and bathrooms are clean and well-maintained. There is a lot of open lawn, especially in the day use area, which would be great in the busy summer months. You need a Discover Pass for day use. These are required at pretty much all county and state campgrounds in Washington State. Right now they cost $30 per year. There is one Washington Water Trails site available for people arriving by human-powered boats (kayaks). It's first-come, first-served, with a picnic table and fire ring.

  • May. 29, 2018

    Camano Island State Park Campground

    Wonderful group site

    Stayed in the group site with my daughter’s American Heritage Girls troop. We had 22 girls and there was plenty of room. This is a huge group site. Has running water, a couple fire pits and a bunch of picnic tables. These are lots of level spots to pitch tents. The flush toilets and shower house are in the parking area for this site so really convenient. We drove down to the beach from the site but I’m pretty sure there is a trail if you wanted to walk. We had a great time!

  • E
    Jan. 1, 2022

    Lewis North Travel Camp - Joint Base Lewis McChord

    Great Military only campground for a New Year's eve trip

    Great campground that serves military exclusively. We made a next day reservation due to the weather and just wanted a night away. Unfortunately the restrooms right next to our site were closed so it was a slight walk to the nearest restroom. Restrooms were heated and well taken care of. Only some of the sites have fire rings (so make sure to ask when making your reservation). The Northwest Adventure Center had propane, a dump station, firewood and tons of others things you can buy to make the outdoors more fun. Super quiet area. Only 2 dogs allowed per reservation. No camp-wide wifi but we didn't care about that. Great AT&T cell service. You can hear the nearby trains passing by but we were used to that already so it didn't bother us. Camp Host was amazing and able to answer our questions. Definitely will visit again.

  • Missy C.
    Nov. 15, 2022

    Tall Chief Campground

    Nice, quiet and woodsy

    We are here in November for a week. We really love it here. The staff are friendly and helpful. Lots of trees in our section separating us but in other sections your really close to each other. It is first come first serve and lucky us we got 50 amp. I would scout the map and be first for checkin just in case someone left that day because their are only a few 50 amp. Hopefully you aren’t spending too much inside to matter but we have a washer dryer and a residential fridge and a small fridge. Looks like newer picnic tables and they also provide fire rings. You are about 20 minutes from downtown Redmond. We will definitely stay here again. I bet summer is really busy because it’s a great area. Also not far from Snoqualmie falls and lots of hiking available. Really nice laundry room and play area for kids. I wish they had a fenced off leash area for dogs but they do have 3 different potty areas for them.

  • Mary C.
    Jun. 11, 2018

    Dosewallips State Park Campground

    Great Shrimping take off point

    We usually stay here during our annual shrimping trips. The site is in a valley so when heavy rainfall happens you will get muddy, swampy sites. During sunshine, the place is great.

    The campground has cabins, rustic shelters, and tent and rv site. The cabins are great for families and have a bunk bed and futon set up with a table set and even heaters.

    Bathrooms and showers on site, though showers will cost you. Sites are pretty open, though there are a few that are a bit hidden. Lots of areas to hike and explore, even a hidden waterfall a short drive away.

    Great for shrimping, clamming and oyster hunting.

  • J
    Jun. 5, 2022

    Kanaskat-Palmer State Park

    Nice & quick camping option from Seattle

    We stayed 1 night here for the maiden voyage of our recently purchased travel trailer, which was nice since it's only about an hour away from our place near Seattle. Arrived Friday early evening and it wasn't busy at all.

    The check-in process was easy, even though their reservation system was down at the time. Filled up w/ some fresh water at the dump station, which was clean and well maintained.

    Campsites in the RV loop were spaced out enough with vegetation between them so as to provide some privacy. Our site had a pull-through driveway, 30amp hookup, a fire ring and picnic table. Bathrooms in that loop were pretty nice... heated and very clean.

    Took a walk down to the day use area by the river, which was easy for us, but some portions of the trails closer to the river were slightly overgrown w/ a few obstacles, which could be problematic for some. Didn't see any kids play structures down there, which would be nice to have for families.

    We heard a couple trains while there, but the noise wasn't too loud. Never heard the fire siren that they warned us about. Overall, it was a good camping experience for a quick trip and would return!

Guide to Lake Forest Park

Cabin camping options near Lake Forest Park, Washington, sit between sea level and 500 feet elevation in the temperate Puget Sound region. This area experiences mild but rainy winters with temperatures rarely dropping below freezing from November through February. Summer camping conditions typically feature clear skies and moderate temperatures around 75°F, making it ideal for cabin stays from June through September.

What to Do

Beach exploration: At Fay Bainbridge Park, visitors enjoy direct beach access with mountain views. "Great campground right on the beach. Clean facilities," notes Brook M., while Taylor M. adds, "Right by the beach with volleyball courts, a covered rec area, kids jungle gym, and (relatively) clean bathrooms."

Military history tours: Fort Flagler Historical State Park Campground offers educational opportunities beyond typical camping. "From arriving to leaving it was a great experience. Beach front camping, old fort to explore, and endless outdoor opportunities," shares Joseph M. The park also conducts formal tours: "We did the tour and it was very informative. Lots of history and there are even a few geocaches."

Fishing access: Several cabin locations provide direct fishing options. "Perfect to check in dump if you stay on river side... Scenic country road," notes Tracy P. about the riverfront cabins at Thousand Trails Thunderbird. For saltwater fishing, Deception Pass State Park provides shoreline access within walking distance of cabin accommodations.

What Campers Like

Privacy levels: Tolt MacDonald Park offers secluded cabin spots away from other campers. "We ended up in site #233 and it was perfect. Totally tucked away in the trees with soft ground and simple surroundings," writes Travis D. Another visitor confirms: "Those bucolic woods are our backyard."

Beach proximity: Deception Pass State Park Campground provides immediate beach access from cabins. "This campground is great, the reservation system is super easy to use, facilities are clean, there's a convenient store within walking distance for any forgotten camp essentials, and trails to the bridge and beaches leave from right next to the sites," explains Erica G.

Wildlife viewing: Many cabin locations offer animal watching opportunities. "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," shares Amy & Stu B. about their Dosewallips State Park cabin stay. The park hosts regular elk herds that visitors often spot from cabin porches.

What You Should Know

Noise considerations: Most cabin campgrounds near Lake Forest Park have specific noise factors. "The only campground we've been to where we didn't need to level the trailer. RV sites are all pull through its fairly quiet," notes Russ H. about Tolt MacDonald, while Deception Pass campers should prepare for "noise from the naval base nearby. You'll hear jets overhead on a regular basis," according to Will L.

Reservation requirements: Peak season cabins fill quickly. Most parks require reservations 6-9 months in advance for summer weekends. "This campground is very popular with the locals so it is important to reserve far in advance," advises Dene H. about Flowing Lake Park cabins.

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