Best Tent Camping near Lilliwaup, WA
Searching for the perfect place to pitch your tent near Lilliwaup? Find the best tent camping sites near Lilliwaup. From remote to easy-to-reach, these Lilliwaup campsites are perfect for tent campers.
Best Tent Sites Near Lilliwaup, Washington (102)
1. Lena Lake Campground
10 Reviews•30 Photos•142 SavesLilliwaup, WashingtonThis heavily used walk-in campground is accessed by hiking 3.5 miles on Lena Lake Trail #810. This backcountry primitive camping area is located along the west-shore of Lena Lake a large 55 acre lake in the Hamma Hamma drainage at 1,800 feet elevation. There are two pit toilets available on the west and north shores. Camp in designated sites located on either side of the lake. This area is heavily impacted by high visitor use! Campers must be familiar with Leave No Trace principles. Pack out all trash, camp within developed sites, and respect other visitors. From the campground there is access to The Brothers Wilderness via The Brothers Trail #821 which ends at The Brothers Base Camp. Wilderness regulations apply within The Brothers Wilderness. View a Lena Lake Campground vicinity map (.pdf)
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$5 / night
2. Graves Creek Campground — Olympic National Park
13 Reviews•56 Photos•295 SavesQuinault, WashingtonLocated in the Quinault Rain Forest, relax near a serene stream at Graves Creek Campground.
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3. Willaby Campground
20 Reviews•72 Photos•484 SavesQuinault, WashingtonOverview
With all campsites located near the shoreline of glacially carved Lake Quinault, visitors are sure to enjoy the beautiful shoreline and interpretive opportunities in the area. From old-growth trees in the surrounding rain forest to excellent fishing, Willaby Campground's location is ideal for outdoor enthusiasts.
Recreation
The forest features 10 miles of hiking trails and many waterfalls within walking distance of the campground. Lake Quinault is part of the Quinault Indian Nation As such,You must have a fishing permit and or boat permit through the Quinault Indian Nation. Both may be purchased through local merchants. Lake Quinault Lodge offers boat and kayak rentals as well as a number of interpretive tours.
Natural Features
The forested slopes of Olympic National Park provide a scenic backdrop across Lake Quinault. Towering conifers including Sitka spruce, Douglas-fir, western hemlock and western red cedar provide dense shade for this beautiful setting. The forest floor is covered with lush rain forest plants including moss, ferns, false lily-of-the-valley and oxalis.
Nearby Attractions
Nearby, Lake Quinault Lodge offers a restaurant and gift shop. Short trails in the area include the Big Spruce Tree Trail, Forest Service Nature Trail, Kestner Homestead Trail and the Maple Glade Trail. Explore the ocean beaches close-by as well as the National Fish Hatchery. For a more adventuresome day, drive up the valley to hike along the rivers or climb the 4,200 ft. Colonel Bob Peak for expansive views of the mountains and valleys on a clear day.
Contact Info
For facility specific information, please call (360) 288-2525.
Charges & Cancellations
Reserved sites must be occupied within 24 hours or the site will be forfetied for remainder of reservation.
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$25 / night
4. NF-2419 Dispersed Site
4 Reviews•20 Photos•171 SavesLilliwaup, WashingtonDispersed camping is the term used for camping outside of a developed campground. If you enjoy selecting your own campsite, providing your own amenities, creating your own experience, and camping for FREE, then dispersed camping is for you!
Campsite
Choose a campsite screened from roads and trails, and at least 200 feet from water Use a campsite that’s already been established, if possible. If you choose a new site, return the site to its natural condition when you leave Pets
Your animal friends are welcome to accompany you on your dispersed camping adventure! Fires
Only burn wood that is already dead and down Always make sure your fire is DEAD OUT and cold to the touch before you leave it Campfires are allowed below 3,500 feet when not otherwise prohibited by fire restrictions Trash
Store your food & trash properly to keep bears and other wildlife out of your camp Whatever you pack in, PACK IT OUT! Human Waste
Bury your poo & paper at least 6” deep and at least 200 feet away from any water source
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5. Enchanted Valley — Olympic National Park
6 Reviews•38 Photos•231 SavesOlympic National Forest, Washington- Fires
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6. Upper Lena Lake — Olympic National Park
3 Reviews•16 Photos•39 SavesLilliwaup, Washington- Reservable
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7. Deer Park Campground — Olympic National Park
12 Reviews•46 Photos•267 SavesCarlsborg, WashingtonAt 5,400 feet in elevation, Deer Park boasts mountain views and starry skies. With a steep and winding gravel access road, Deer Park is not RV accessible.
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8. Camp Pleasant — Olympic National Park
2 Reviews•12 Photos•20 SavesOlympic National Forest, Washington- Fires
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9. FS-2292 Dispersed
2 Reviews•5 Photos•44 SavesMatlock, Washington- Pets
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Recent Tent Reviews near Lilliwaup, Washington
1127 Reviews of 102 Lilliwaup Campgrounds
- Deanna M.
Traveler
Millersylvania State Park Campground
Large, close and clean
Went in the middle of the week and wasn't busy at all. Can tell this place is packed on weekends, being so close to Olympia. Nice swimming area with snack bar. Many of the tent camp sites are not private and right next to their neighbor. Overall a nice place to go during the week.
- sskarzTraveler
Fort Townsend Historical State Park Campground
Better than I expected
If you're looking for a serene woodsy place to tent camp this is it! There are RV/trailer sites which are what you would expect - all in a line with no privacy between them. The tent sites all have moderate to high privacy, especially the perimeter sites. If you're in the middle of the loop then unfortunately you have people 360 degrees around you but still not terrible. I noticed that all the sites have fire pits with grills except for #2 for some reason. 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. The pull-through sites generally are more secluded and offer more natural buffers than the back-in sites do.
Within walking distance of the tent sites are large grassy fields with plenty of room for activities and games and there are several miles of easy walking trails that parallel the shore line with beautiful vistas overlooking Port Townsend Bay. One of the trails leads down to the shore which has a nice picnic table right on the shore. An added bonus for history buffs are the placards on one of the walking trails that tells the history of the park when it was an active Army base in the late 1800's. The trails are all wide and well-maintained as well as heavily shaded which is nice in the hot summer. Only of a few of the lesser used trails were quite narrow (shoulder width wide).
All in all my wife, daughter and I fell in love with this park and will definitely be reserving #1 again!
- KKelli H.Traveler
Sequim Bay State Park Campground
Thr area is very wooded, and pretty. However, the campsites are small and not very private. Also, no sandy beach access
Tent camping
- KKelli H.Traveler
Dungeness Recreation Area
Not a lot of campsites, and campground is located on bluffs overlooking strait. Access to sandy beach with a lighthouse you can walk to
Tent camping
April C.
GuideMillersylvania State Park Campground
Choose your Adventure
This place had it all; open RV camping, secluded van camping, tree canopy car/tent camping, walk-in camping, and themed safari tent camping, and one cute mini airstream.
Lake down the road. Water and electrical hookups, dump station with dump water and fresh water.
Restrooms and showers are scattered around. Showers are coin based and there is a machine to turn your dollars into coins.
- RRichard G.
Scout
Gatton Creek Campground
Pretty and nice, but small
Great little campsite with I think 5 tent sites. Looks like it fills up pretty quickly and doesn’t take reservations so get there early! $25 fee always seems a bit ridiculous for a tent site but happy to pay it for the pleasant night’s stay. Was very quiet when we arrived at 8pm.
Mayna M.Traveler
Fall Creek Campground
Clean, fun and free
Kids really enjoyed the creek nearby and it was great for our tent camping. We were able to hike around and had water, and restrooms that were clean.
- RRobert N.Guide
Fay Bainbridge Park
Tent sites walk in
Very disappointed. Booked and told tent sites could be driven up to. Not the case. Host was very nice. Beautiful place
- Shariah T.
Ranger
Dosewallips State Park Campground
Been coming here for years
I’ve been coming to this state park for as long as I can remember. There’s so many activities to do; clamming, shrimping, hiking, hunting for oysters, and there’s even places to rent kayaks. No shortage of bald eagles here either. Plenty of group tent sites as well as regular RV and tent sites. Each site comes with fire pit, hook ups, and a picnic table. Showers and bathrooms are clean and only costs a quarters for a shower with hot water. Great way to bring the whole family together. Will continue coming to this state park and campground for as long as I can.
- JJutta P.Guide
Sequim Bay State Park Campground
Into the woods
I was tent camping, ao it was a little anoying to pay for the showers, but at least they had some!
Its a nice campground at the bay. Great place to explore part of the peninsula.
- JJordan M.Traveler
Big Spruce Resort RV and Cabins
Super nice!
We were surprised when we pulled off to find such a nice place to camp. Great tent sites and free hot showers. Would definitely come back!
Sara S.
LegendDosewallips State Park Campground
platform tent experience
While it’s quite basic it gave an amazing nature experience. We usually do tent camping, but we opted for platform tents here as we were only staying one night. The tent was much nicer than we expected and had a good amount of space. We enjoyed hiking to the near by rivers. This was a great place to stay!
- RRalph D.Scout
Seattle/Tacoma KOA - PERMANENTLY CLOSED
Not a good KOA
Decent, but the facilities are a bit rundown and there were three tent sites 5 feet from my door. Staff was friendly enough and 20 mins into Seattle.
AllysaScout
Mike's Beach Resort
Seafood lovers
If you like oysters and clams, this place is perfect. It's not fancy, tent sites don't have privacy between them. However, we had a blast here. Great weekend away. Family friendly.
Kristen M.GuideSeattle/Tacoma KOA - PERMANENTLY CLOSED
Noisy!!
This campground was alright to stay in. The highway right next to the KOA was very busy and noisy all night long, bring earplugs. The tent sites were a joke. You get a small square in a grid of 16 or so squares. Our 10x10 tent took up more than half of the tent site. The neighbor’s tent was 4 feet from ours, offering little to no privacy. The WiFi barely worked, but the showers were nice. The back showers are private rooms which are really nice, especially when camping with little ones to keep them contained. There’s no water or electric hookups for tent campers in the little squares, I had to fill my jug up from a hose on the side of the main building. To access the WiFi you have to make an account, which was annoying also.
- AAshley L.Traveler
Fay Bainbridge Park
Gorgeous View, beautiful waters
Stayed in the tent sites ONLY area. 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!
- EEric G.Legend
Staircase Campground - Olympic National Park
Trails right at campground
This is a nice little campground. Mostly tent sites or really small campers. There are a few larger events sites. Nice trails right from camp. No dump. Flush toilets with running water. No electric.
- Kari T.Guide
Lake Sylvia State Park Campground
Lake Sylvia camping
Camped over the long weekend. Tent camping. Was in spot 28 which is not on lake side. Found that there is little privacy between sites. The bathroom is showing its age though the shower is free. The campground is dog friendly. It is pretty quiet campground.
Harold C.RangerBig Spruce Resort RV and Cabins
Nice Little gem
Our site is one away from from the toilet/ bath house there are 6 combo rooms. There are 3 cabins, 12 full service sites, tent sites some w/ electric. Laundry 1 washer and dryer.
Amelia A.Guide
Skokomish Park at Lake Cushman
Pretty great family campground
Who doesn't love Lake Cushman?
For camping, there aren't many other options, but this place is alright. RV sites were very popular, but we had the walk-in tent sites to ourselves. The camp store is very convenient too!
Chris L.Traveler
Fort Flagler Historical State Park Campground
Awesome camping by the sea
Absolutely beautiful sites both near and almost at the beach. Some say that the beachside sites can be windy. We had a beachside RV site without any issues. The tent sites are tucked into the woods.
Jake C.Legend
Woodlands at Lake Stickney
Secluded camping near the lake
Jake from the Dyrt here! 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!
- JJacob P.Scout
Sun Outdoors Gig Harbor
Beautiful campsites
This is definitely a RV resort, but there are 5or 6 tent camping sites under some big trees which provide shade almost all day. Nice bathroom and showers. Laundry, dog run, tv room, plus really friendly employees!!! Waterfront is right down the street. Costco, Home Depot, Albertsons and other shopping close by.
Isabelle K.Legend
Big Creek Campground
Peaceful wooded campground near Olympic National Park
We stumbled upon this campground by chance and were quite happy to have done so. We came early in the morning and were able to get a tent site (first come first serve $20/night) before setting out to explore the Staircase area of Olympic National Park. The campground hosts were super friendly and gave us great advice on where to go in the area. Our tent site had a fire pit with grill, picnic table, and nice gravel parking pad. The spots here are well dispersed and set back in the woods for the most part so they felt very secluded and peaceful. We didn't spend a ton of time around the campground and this was just a one night exploration base but overall it was clean, offered good basic amenities and was very quiet and tranquil.
- Leah H.Traveler
Belfair State Park Campground
Nice & quiet
Tent camped here mid week last August. There’s a beach loop for RVs and a woods loop for tents & smaller RVs. Overall pretty quiet, close to town, close to ATV trails & dog friendly. The kids loved the park! The beach was great, water is rather warm for in the sound, it’s also pretty shallow which is great for the kids to play in.
- Rich M.Legend
Millersylvania State Park Campground
Good campground new Olympia
Millersylvania is located South of Olympia on Deep Lake. The campsites are nice, they have both RV, Yurts, and Tent sites. The RV loop does pack you in their like sardines. Deep Lake is a murky lake but is stocked with fish and has designated swim area.
- Rich M.Legend
Camp Thunderbird
Large Campground / Great For Large Groups
Camp Thunderbird is owned by the Boy Scouts of America and is available for public use. It is located at the base of Summit Lake, with a dock and great swimming spot. There are tent sites, adirondacks, and cabins. There is a great big field and lots of trails.
Guide to Lilliwaup
Tent camping near Lilliwaup, Washington, offers a serene escape into nature, with a variety of campgrounds that cater to outdoor enthusiasts looking for adventure and tranquility.
Local Activities for Tent Campers
- Graves Creek Campground provides access to stunning hiking trails and the calming sounds of the nearby creek, making it a perfect spot for nature lovers.
- Enchanted Valley is known for its breathtaking views and wildlife sightings, including elk and bears, ideal for those seeking a true wilderness experience.
- Pony Bridge serves as a great starting point for hikes into the Enchanted Valley, allowing campers to explore the lush old-growth forests.
Tent Campers Appreciate These Amenities
- Wynoochee Falls Campground features picnic tables and fire pits, making it a comfortable choice for families and groups.
- Upper Lena Lake offers bear poles for food storage, ensuring a safe camping experience in bear country.
- O'Neil Creek Campground has a privy and easy river access, providing essential facilities for a pleasant stay.
Prices for Tent Camping Range from $0 to $20
- NF-2419 Dispersed Site is a free option for those looking to enjoy nature without the cost of a traditional campground.
- Graves Creek Campground typically charges around $20 per night, offering a well-reviewed experience in Olympic National Park.
- Camp Pleasant is another affordable choice, with a nominal fee for a backcountry camping experience along the North Fork Skokomish River.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is the most popular tent campsite near Lilliwaup, WA?
According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular tent campground near Lilliwaup, WA is Lena Lake Campground with a 4.7-star rating from 10 reviews.
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