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Best Dog-Friendly Camping near Maple Valley, WA

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Kanaskat-Palmer State Park accommodates campers with pets across its wooded sites, providing tent camping, RV spots with 30-amp hookups, and cozy yurts for those seeking more comfort. The pet-friendly park maintains clean bathrooms with individual shower facilities, making longer stays with animals more convenient. Sites feature picnic tables, fire rings, and drinking water access, allowing comfortable camping with dogs. Lake Sawyer Resort and Tolt MacDonald Park also welcome pets, though campers report varying experiences with pet policies at different locations. Park rangers at Kanaskat-Palmer actively patrol the grounds, helping maintain the quiet environment ideal for families camping with pets. The Dyrt includes reviews of campgrounds near Maple Valley, Washington.

The Green River provides excellent recreation opportunities for dogs and owners at Kanaskat-Palmer, with multiple river access points and swimming spots accessible via short trails from campsites. Dogs must remain leashed on the trails that connect to the outer loop running along the riverfront. Campers seeking more water activities often visit nearby Nolte State Park, approximately 3 miles away, which offers better swimming conditions for families with pets. Sites in the RV loop provide adequate privacy with vegetation between them, allowing dogs some space without disturbing neighbors. Winter and fall visitors should prepare for rain when camping with pets, though the park remains accessible year-round with clean facilities even during off-peak seasons.

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Best Dog-Friendly Sites Near Maple Valley, Washington (162)

    1. Kanaskat-Palmer State Park

    30 Reviews
    Ravensdale, WA
    7 miles
    Website
    +1 (888) 226-7688

    $20 / night

    "Great spot not too far from thr city of Maple Valley. The showers and bathrooms and nice and updated. The river has some great trails to walk on and nice swimming spots!"

    "There is good system of trails, tons of picnic tables along the river, and good river access to the Green rivers.

    Campground is well maintained, clean bathrooms and showers available."

    2. Dash Point State Park Campground

    72 Reviews
    Federal Way, WA
    18 miles
    Website
    +1 (888) 226-7688

    $20 / night

    ""Firstly, I just have to say what a positive and amazing experience I had at this campground. The volunteers were friendly, kind and absolutely awesome to interact with."

    "The campground itself is tucked into a beautiful, forested area with plenty of trees and privacy between sites. Ours had a tent pad, fire ring, and picnic table."

    3. Game Farm Wilderness Campground

    15 Reviews
    Auburn, WA
    10 miles
    Website
    +1 (253) 931-3043

    $40 / night

    "Just like building and exploring in Minecraft for PC, you can craft your perfect outdoor adventure here, surrounded by nature, and enjoy endless fun and exploration."

    4. Tinkham Campground

    45 Reviews
    Snoqualmie Pass, WA
    22 miles
    Website
    +1 (360) 804-1103

    $30 - $36 / night

    "There are a lot of campsites to use and they are somewhat close together but I was not disturbed by any of my neighbors near or far during my two night stay."

    "Although the Camp Ground and facilities are great at Tinkham, my advice would be to get into your lifted Off-Roader and hit the mountain roads for this camping trip of a lifetime!"

    5. Saltwater State Park Campground

    16 Reviews
    Des Moines, WA
    14 miles
    Website
    +1 (253) 661-4956

    $60 / night

    "Pay showers ($1 for 3 minutes) and clean restroom with air dryer, pet friendly, lots of trails to hike and a beautiful beach area with a playground, seasonal/weekend snack shop, outdoor shower by the beach"

    "My family stayed here for a night when we went out to Washington a few months ago. It was a nice little place."

    6. Tall Chief Campground

    15 Reviews
    Fall City, WA
    16 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."

    "This is a big park that is part of Thousand Trails.  No sales pitch to join, which was nice.  Rangers were super nice.  Bathrooms very new and clean.  Lots of trees between sites. "

    7. Tolt MacDonald Park, WA

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

    "The campground is next to a classy laundromat, and I say classy because it’s probably one of the nicest laundromats in the area that even has a dumpsite for RVs."

    "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."

    8. Blue Sky RV Park

    5 Reviews
    Preston, WA
    11 miles
    Website
    +1 (425) 222-7910

    "A Quiet oasis tucked into the forest. The new and clean bathrooms and showers were a real treat after a 2100 mile journey from Texas."

    "It’s a very nice location, exceptionally clean and safe.

    In site 11 you can hear the highway when outside of rv but couldn’t inside. Neighbors were very friendly."

    9. Lake Sawyer Resort

    4 Reviews
    Black Diamond, WA
    3 miles
    Website
    +1 (360) 886-2244

    "If you can look past the rundown bathrooms and strict rules about dogs and everything else you’re doing then you can appreciate the beauty of Lake Sawyer every morning."

    10. Issaquah Village RV Park

    5 Reviews
    Issaquah, WA
    11 miles
    Website
    +1 (425) 392-9233

    "It’s in the heart of Issaquah and close to every kind of service, shopping and even nature you could want."

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  • Carla S.
    Jul. 31, 2016

    Dash Point State Park Campground

    Dash Point Beach

    Really cute camp spot and play area!! Pet friendly and dog park! Went here on our trip to Tacoma north of the city. Very nice beach and area!! There's also a light house to check out while you are here!

  • Griffin C.
    Jun. 22, 2019

    Kanaskat-Palmer State Park

    Family friendly

    Great spot not too far from thr city of Maple Valley. The showers and bathrooms and nice and updated. The river has some great trails to walk on and nice swimming spots! I definitley suggest venturing around the river to find other places to swim than the main one which can get crowded with multiple families.

  • P
    Jun. 14, 2022

    Silver Springs Campground

    New Favorite Spot

    This is my new favorite spot to camp in Washington. The spaces are well distributed, the location right next to the river is beautiful and the site staff were extremely gracious. I’d strongly recommend picking a number between 2 and 10 as those are the closest sights to the river if you’re looking to enjoy the sounds of the water. There is also a full bathroom at around the mid 20s if you’d prefer a functional toilet system.

  • cheriana G.
    Jun. 22, 2023

    Lake Pleasant RV Park

    Best option near seattle

    There aren’t many rv parks that are close (35ish mins) to Seattle but this is the best option. Office staff is friendly, bathrooms are clean, laundry is cheap ($1 wash), maintenance staff is constantly tending to the grounds, full hook ups, and cute (short) hiking paths surrounding the park. The lake is more of a murky pond and the geese are happy residents here so expect a lot of goose poop at any spot near the water. There’s also no dog park.

  • M
    Jun. 29, 2021

    Issaquah Village RV Park

    Parking lot feels

    This camp ground is not ideal if you have dogs. There is not much grass, in fact you have to go outside the park and across the street to hear compliant pet owner. We also found the electric box to be a little wonky. They office staff did have an adapter which help. It was very quiet and clean just not the most attractive campground.

  • Christine L.
    Apr. 13, 2020

    Holiday Park Military - Lewis McChord Base

    NW Adventure Center

    Excellent location for those with military access to the base - active duty, retired or family. 30/50 amp hookups. Beautiful views of American Lake. Pet friendly.

  • molly N.
    Sep. 16, 2022

    Camp Lakeview

    Great spot

    This campground has super friendly staff, decent bathrooms and showers, laundry facility, access to a lake, fishing is welcome, swimming allowed, great playground for kids, allows pets, has a small store in the office with some essentials if you forget something. It is about a 1 Hour drive to the entrance of Mount Rainier National Park.

  • Ethan H.The Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 31, 2020

    Yurt Snowshoe

    Snow Yurt

    My father and I snowshoed to this yurt for my birthday in right before the corona virus outbreak. With several feet of deep snow, this 12.5 mile snow hike was no joke. Took us 8 hours to get to the yurt. Make sure you leave yourself plenty of daylight to get up there.

    Pets are not allowed inside the yurt for consideration of other guests and their possible allergies. We just set up a tarp over the porch outside for our dog. Twenty feet away from the front door is the vault toilet. It’s in great condition and very clean. Warm fire place and plenty of furniture or ground space for sleeping arrangements. You can reserve the yurt to have it all to yourself at skimta.org once the virus restrictions are over.

Guide to Maple Valley

Discover the best spots for pets-allowed camping near Maple Valley, Washington, where you and your furry friends can enjoy the great outdoors together.

Dog-friendly activities while camping near Maple Valley

  • At Dash Point State Park Campground, you can explore several miles of hiking trails and enjoy beach access just a short walk from the campground.
  • Kanaskat-Palmer State Park offers great fishing opportunities along the river, perfect for a day of fun with your dog.
  • Enjoy hiking and wildlife watching at Tolt MacDonald Park, where you can also find picnic areas to relax with your pet.

Tips for camping with dogs near Maple Valley

Pet-friendly campgrounds include

  • Tinkham Campground is a well-reviewed spot that provides spacious campsites with privacy, perfect for a peaceful getaway with your pet.
  • Blue Sky RV Park features clean facilities and a quiet atmosphere, making it an excellent choice for pet owners looking for comfort.
  • Issaquah Village RV Park is conveniently located near shopping and nature, ideal for those who want to explore the area with their furry companions.

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Which is the most popular dog-friendly campsite near Maple Valley, WA?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular dog-friendly campground near Maple Valley, WA is Kanaskat-Palmer State Park with a 4.6-star rating from 30 reviews.

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