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Best Tent Camping near Manchester, WA

1,056 Reviews

Tent campers exploring the Manchester area of Washington's Puget Sound region will find a mix of established campgrounds and primitive sites within a short drive. Blake Island Marine State Park Campground offers boat-in tent sites with shoreline views of the Sound, while Green Mountain provides secluded tent camping in a forested environment roughly 15 miles west of Manchester. Lena Lake Campground, accessible via a 3.5-mile hiking trail, serves as another popular tent camping destination in the Olympic Peninsula region.

Most tent sites near Manchester are situated on forest floors with minimal development beyond basic facilities. Fire rings and picnic tables are common at established sites, though many lack drinking water and require campers to bring their own supply. Access varies significantly between locations, with some requiring boats, high-clearance vehicles, or hiking to reach camp areas. Green Mountain features drive-in and walk-in tent sites with vault toilets but no drinking water. A recent review noted that Green Mountain "has about 5 tent spots with picnic tables and fire pit. Had a bathroom but no other amenities - drinking water, shower, firewood/ice for sale."

Backcountry tent camping opportunities increase as you venture into the Olympic Peninsula. Areas like Lena Lake offer tent sites with fire rings and scenic lake views after a moderate hike in. According to one visitor, "Lena Lake is quiet and serene and the perfect place to sit on a log and journal." The primitive NF-2419 Dispersed Site provides free tent camping with fire rings but no facilities, requiring strict adherence to Leave No Trace principles. Most backcountry tent areas have bear activity, making proper food storage essential. Many sites fill quickly during summer weekends, with dispersed primitive tent areas offering better availability than established campgrounds. Tent campers seeking solitude should consider mid-week visits or exploring the less-developed forest service roads for primitive tent setups away from established camping areas.

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Best Tent Sites Near Manchester, Washington (77)

    1. Blake Island Marine State Park Campground

    4 Reviews
    Manchester, WA
    3 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."

    2. Green Mountain

    2 Reviews
    Seabeck, WA
    12 miles
    Website

    "Nice clean camping area with easy access to multiple trails and logging roads. Trails are open to hiking horseback riding and motorcycles. Camp ground has multiple horse stalls in a common area."

    3. Lena Lake Campground

    10 Reviews
    Lilliwaup, WA
    29 miles
    Website
    +1 (360) 956-2402

    $5 / night

    "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."

    "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."

    4. Courter Country Farm

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    Silverdale, WA
    10 miles

    $50 - $60 / night

    5. Macie's Brook

    1 Review
    Lakebay, WA
    22 miles
    +1 (206) 200-9169

    $15 - $45 / night

    6. Woodlands at Lake Stickney

    3 Reviews
    Mill Creek, WA
    26 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!"

    "However, I've been to the public Access area and have to say that it's very peaceful and has a restroom which is nice. I'm a local."

    7. Paine Field Community Park

    3 Reviews
    Mukilteo, WA
    27 miles
    Website

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

    8. Elkhorn Campground

    2 Reviews
    Brinnon, WA
    29 miles
    Website
    +1 (360) 765-2200

    "When looking at campgrounds, my husband and I look for the best hikes around. We really enjoyed staying here, and the hiking was amazing."

    "Great glimpses of mountains along the trail. Can’t wait to do it again in the summer!"

    9. NF-2419 Dispersed Site

    5 Reviews
    Lilliwaup, WA
    32 miles
    Website
    +1 (360) 956-2402

    "Had a blast coming up the mountain with the family , found a few great spots that we pinned for later that are unmarked with fire rings. Not many other campers' sites are well dispersed ."

    "Not a bad find that doesn't require any permit of any kind which was great! Would stay here again I pitched a tent which was nice and found a spot right by the river."

    10. Hollyhock Farm

    1 Review
    Duvall, WA
    29 miles
    Website
    +1 (505) 453-5535

    $35 - $65 / night

    "The sites were secluded from one another within a beautiful forest, the toilet was clean and fairly close to the sites, parking was easy and the host was a total gem! Highly highly reccomended :-)"

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  • 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.

  • Tj J.
    Sep. 21, 2017

    Malaney Creek Farm

    Great Private Camping Getaway

    arrived at the farm and were greeted by the owners. they got on their quads and led us down a private road through a super nice cedar gated entry and showed us our spot. they gave us a quick run down of the place and let us be. our spot was the Trillium site which has a few hundred foot hike from where you park your car and the portable toilet. the site was pretty cool and very secluded. it had a fire ring with some sawn cedar benches, a pile of firewood and a giant old spool for a table. we threw our marmot up and took a closer look. there is a camp box with info, instant coffee, guides to area sight seeing and food along with a log book to write about your stay. there were also some cool led lighting which was great at night. fire ban was on but they put a big candle on the grate of the fire pit so we had something. we kicked around on the trails which look like they are used by horses and motorcycles but not heavily. some interesting plants in the area. they were working on a new trail that is supposed to eventually lead out to the lake but it wasnt complete yet. however it was covered with wood chips and had a hand cut cedar bridge built on it. you gotta see it. sounds like they are constantly evolving the farm looked like a lot of things in the works. definitely will come back for more time here. night time got spooky with coyotes howling in the distance but the morning there were so many birds chirping and singing you couldnt hear yourself think! oh we found a corn hole game in an open area that they have several picnic tables staged at.

  • 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.

  • April C.The Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 13, 2022

    Millersylvania 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.

  • 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.

  • Jess G.The Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 17, 2017

    Middle Waddell Campground

    LEDlenser MH2 Headlamp at Middle Waddell Campground

    Campground

    Fairly large campground, free as long as you have a discover pass! Close to town yet still secluded in the woods. Tons of trails for hiking, horses and dirt bikes! Plenty of sites for trailers and tents. Vault toilets, picnic tables, fire rings and water hook ups. The camp host even had free bottled water for guest if needed. There was a creek near by with people panning for gold which was interesting!

    Product Review

    Being a ranger I get to test some products from time to time! Today's product is the LEDlenser MH2 Headlamp!

    This headlamp is very impressive! Certainly the brightest light I have ever explored with. It comes in a very nice package with a charging cord, two different colored lens attachments, a carrying pouch and a battery. My only complaint is that the headlamp itself doesn't fit very well in the carrying pouch but I made it work! It was also a little heavy and I had to adjust the strap to fit my head more often then I would have preferred. The brightness of the light made up for the flaws completely!

  • Cary C.
    Apr. 24, 2022

    Tulalip Casino

    Quiet and clean

    Nice place to have a free spot for the night. Not sure the max number of nights. I forgot to ask. No hook ups and no water available. Clean area and pet exercise area. Security drives by regular.

  • Zoë D.
    Oct. 2, 2021

    Middle Fork Campground

    River !

    Dispersed camping along the road to Snoqualmie Lake Trailhead. Nice river access, some of the spots are a bit exposed but some are further back from the road, buggy but fun!

    No facilities so make sure to leave no trace :)

  • 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.

Guide to Manchester

Tent camping near Manchester, Washington offers a variety of scenic locations perfect for outdoor enthusiasts looking to immerse themselves in nature.

Tent campers appreciate these amenities

Some prices for tent camping range from $0 to $25

  • Camping at Green Mountain is free, but a permit is required, making it an affordable option for those looking to explore multiple trails.
  • The Woodlands at Lake Stickney offers a well-reviewed experience with amenities for around $25 per night, including electric hookups and firewood.
  • For a private camping experience, Hollyhock Farm provides a cozy spot for tent camping, typically priced at $25, with clean facilities and a friendly atmosphere.

Tips for tent camping near Manchester

  • Arrive early at Hope Island Marine State Park Campground to secure a good spot, as sites are first-come, first-served and can fill up quickly during peak season.
  • Be prepared for a hike to reach Lena Lake Campground, which requires a 3.5-mile trek through beautiful forested areas, so pack accordingly.
  • If you’re looking for a secluded experience, consider Malaney Creek Farm, where you can enjoy privacy and nature while being guided by friendly owners.

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