Best Campgrounds near Milton, WA

Milton, WA is a great camping destination for adventurers of all types. Milton is a great camping destination for everyone. There are tons of nearby hikes, adventurous activities, and sights to see. You're sure to find the perfect campground for your Milton camping trip.

Best Camping Sites Near Milton, Washington (266)

    1. Dash Point State Park Campground

    72 Reviews
    Federal Way, WA
    6 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."

    2. Game Farm Wilderness Campground

    15 Reviews
    Auburn, WA
    6 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."

    3. Saltwater State Park Campground

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

    $60 / night

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

    "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"

    4. Kanaskat-Palmer State Park

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

    $20 / night

    "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."

    "It's close proximity to our house allows us to hook up the trailer after work and include a Friday night in our camping weekend!"

    5. Holiday Park Military - Lewis McChord Base

    7 Reviews
    Spanaway, WA
    12 miles
    Website
    +1 (253) 982-5488

    "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."

    "It is in the wilderness, on the lake, but it is also fairly close to stores and gas stations. Long term max is 28 days per spot."

    6. Sun Outdoors Gig Harbor

    10 Reviews
    Gig Harbor, WA
    15 miles
    Website
    +1 (253) 858-8138

    $57 - $104 / night

    "Close by stores, trails, parks, harbor. Tacoma across bridge (10 minutes - $6.25 toll)."

    "Costco, Home Depot, Albertsons and other shopping close by."

    7. Penrose Point State Park Campground

    19 Reviews
    Lakebay, WA
    20 miles
    Website
    +1 (888) 226-7688

    $32 / night

    "Pros: group camp is very close to beach front area, GREAT CLAMMING AND OYSTERING!"

    "Penrose Point State Park is a great place close to Seattle to go camping in a small or large group. It's tent or camper friendly with plenty of spots for busier seasons."

    8. Netties Mountain View Retreat

    4 Reviews
    Buckley, WA
    13 miles
    +1 (253) 831-3900

    $40 - $60 / night

    "Convenient drive to Mt Rainier and Summit lake trail as well. Definitely worth every penny! "

    "Convenient location near Mt. Rainier."

    9. Lewis North Travel Camp - Joint Base Lewis McChord

    7 Reviews
    DuPont, WA
    16 miles
    Website
    +1 (253) 967-7744

    $12 - $35 / night

    "Very friendly next to the lake plenty of things to do walking, biking, hiking, fishing, Military museums, not to far off of I-5. Full hookups laundry shower facilities. Cabins too."

    "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."

    10. Camp Murray Beach

    4 Reviews
    DuPont, WA
    15 miles
    Website
    +1 (253) 584-5411

    $8 - $32 / night

    "Need to reserve your site online with the JBLM MWR or go to the adventure center building nearby on base. Nice access to American Lake and fishing nearby as well."

    "This is a great spot on American Lake to camp with many sites on the waterfront. I would highly recommend this location to eligible military ID Card holders."

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Recent Reviews near Milton, WA

1332 Reviews of 266 Milton Campgrounds


  • WThe Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 13, 2025

    Elkamp Eastcreek

    Beautiful grounds, meticulous maintenance

    There aren’t many campgrounds to which I would award six stars out of five, but Elkamp Eastcreek is certainly one of them. Every square inch is meticulously maintained (and that includes the two spacious and sparkling clean restrooms). The campsites are far enough apart that they feel relatively private, and most appear completely level. Trees abound. Dogs are welcome! 

    You couldn’t ask for more courteous and caring hosts than Tom and Brian. They run a classy gift shop with merchandise that includes art, apparel, books, games, gifts and gear.(Plus firewood, ice and propane.) Brian is also the barista at the KampGrounds espresso wagon, and he makes a fabulous mocha. 

    Eatonville is reasonably close, and the Mill Haus Cider Co. is worth the drive. The food is excellent— order the Basque cheesecake if it’s on the menu that day— and the outdoor patio(with a working waterwheel) is stunning. And, of course, you’re only a few miles from the Nisqually Gate of Mt. Rainier National Park, which needs no introduction. If that’s not enough, Tom and Brian will have additional ideas for you. 

    If you don’t happen to have an RV or a tent, you can rent Elkamp’s Airstream by the night. And while I don’t see a link on the website, there’s also a cabin you can rent. 

    What would improve Elkamp? It would be great to have a dump station. Sewer hookups would be even better. But that’s a small inconvenience in exchange for staying at a gorgeous campground just a short drive from the Seattle metro area. 

    We will definitely be back. Probably every year.

  • Frank B.The Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 12, 2025

    Ike Kinswa

    Quiet

    One of the nicest State campgrounds. Very clean and quiet.

  • EThe Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 11, 2025

    Mounthaven Resort

    Nice 3 night stay

    This is a great small campground for exploringMt Rainier. We stayed here with friends from Colorado and explored the park and did some great hiking outside of the park. It’s a small mostly quiet campground with around 17 sites and 10 cabins. I would stay again if going to explore the mountain. Very clean showers and restroom building. There is ice available for purchase and firewood if no burn ban. Very enjoyable stay.

  • Zachary H.The Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 10, 2025

    Small Site but Million $ View!

    Solid spot for capable vehicles

    I drive a 2010 tacoma and made it up the mtn road fine, but it was a little janky in spots. Got to camp around 8pm so the “prime” spot was taken and it was hard to turn around at the top since they had a party of three cars parked, but beautiful views of Rainier and there were a few other pull offs on the road with good views.

  • andrew The Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 5, 2025

    Lewis North Travel Camp - Joint Base Lewis McChord

    Easy

    If you have access, use it. $50 for FHU. The laundry is fine. The bathhouse is big and well maintained. There are two separate buildings with these facilities. I observed Commons#2. The park is kid of tight for my tastes. But the sites are big and separated from your neighbors. Very comfortable and woodsy. Great place.

  • L
    Sep. 5, 2025

    Vasa Park Resort

    Vasa Park Resort

    We have enjoyed our 3 week stay at this little water front event and RV campground. This is in the shore of Lake Samammish, giving access to swim, paddle, picnic. The facilities and grounds are kept clean and well maintained. It been fun watching the buffet groups come in and have their celebrations. Everyone is friendly and kind.

  • F O.
    Sep. 5, 2025

    Tinkham Campground

    One night

    Road getting into the campground was horrendous their was alot of road noise but the camp sites were big and clean. And at $32.00 a night with no electric was kind of pricey. The camp host was nice.

  • marcus K.The Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 4, 2025

    Cougar Rock Group Campground — Mount Rainier National Park

    Nice quiet campground

    Well maintained national park campground. Reserve on Recreation.gov. Sites have tables, bear boxes and fire pits. Restrooms have flush toilets and sinks for dishes. Ranger is available at the adjacent ranger station for check in or any other questions.

    Its a dry site - as in no water at the campsites. There is a drinking fountain by the bathroom. The dump station was closed for 2025 season and not sure when or if it will re open.

    Its only $20 in 2025.

  • andrew The Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 2, 2025

    Mounthaven Resort

    Like a warm blanket

    First, DO NOT GO PAST THE SIGN where it tells you to stop. If you turn right to the office you will need to back out. We did. The trees are so thick and the spots are separated. It’s wonderful. You have to maneuver your trailer into the spots. The bathhouse is fine with two small “bathrooms”. There is one washer and one dryer at $5 per load. Ouch. There is no real store nearby so have what you need before you get here. WIFI works well; cell service not so much (Verizon). It is beautiful in the woods.


Guide to Milton

Camping near Milton, Washington, offers a mix of beautiful nature and fun activities for everyone. Whether you're looking for a family-friendly spot or a peaceful getaway, there are several campgrounds to check out.

What to do

  • Hiking and exploring: Many campgrounds have trails that lead to stunning views and wildlife. For instance, at Dash Point State Park Campground, one reviewer mentioned, "Several miles of hiking trails and chances to see wildlife or catch frogs." This makes it a great spot for families who enjoy outdoor adventures.

  • Beach activities: If you love the water, head to Penrose Point State Park Campground. A visitor shared, "Trails for hiking and beach walks are clean and easy to navigate," perfect for a day of fun in the sun.

  • Fishing and kayaking: Many campgrounds are near lakes or rivers. At Alder Lake Park, one camper noted, "A lovely lake is within a short walk and has a playground, a designated swim area and a large dock." This makes it a great place for fishing or just relaxing by the water.

What campers like

  • Clean facilities: Campers appreciate well-maintained restrooms and showers. A review for Millersylvania State Park Campground stated, "The bathrooms are very nice. They charge a nominal fee for the showers but they have great water pressure and hot water."
  • Spacious sites: Many campgrounds offer roomy spots for tents and RVs. At Kanaskat-Palmer State Park, a visitor mentioned, "The campground is nice and clean... There are also quite a few yurts if you don't have a tent or RV."
  • Family-friendly atmosphere: Campgrounds like Belfair State Park Campground are great for families. One reviewer said, "The kids spent most days playing in the river or at the beach."

What you should know

  • Noise levels: Some campgrounds can get noisy, especially during peak seasons. A camper at Penrose Point State Park Campground noted, "The campground was kind of noisy and loud."
  • Limited amenities: Not all campgrounds have full hookups or markets nearby. For example, Tinkham Campground has "NO drinking water" and "NO electric hookups," so be prepared to bring your own supplies.
  • Wildlife encounters: Campers should be aware of wildlife in the area. One visitor at Tolt MacDonald Park mentioned, "The river is close by for water playing," but also noted the importance of keeping an eye on kids.

Tips for camping with families

  • Choose a family-friendly campground: Look for places with playgrounds and activities for kids. Belfair State Park Campground has a playground and is close to the beach, making it a hit with families.
  • Plan for meals: Bring easy-to-cook meals and snacks. A camper at Dash Point State Park Campground mentioned, "I made dinner," which shows that cooking can be part of the fun.
  • Pack outdoor games: Bring along games for the kids to play outside. One family at Alder Lake Park enjoyed the "playground" area, which kept the kids entertained.

Tips from RVers

  • Check site sizes: Make sure your RV fits the site. A reviewer at Kanaskat-Palmer State Park noted, "There are also quite a few yurts if you don't have a tent or RV," indicating options for different setups.
  • Be ready for rough roads: Some campgrounds have bumpy access roads. One visitor at Tinkham Campground mentioned, "The road was full of deep dips and bumps throughout."
  • Bring extra supplies: Since some campgrounds lack amenities, it's wise to stock up. A camper at Millersylvania State Park Campground appreciated the "clean and well-maintained" facilities, but it's always good to be prepared.

Camping around Milton, WA, has something for everyone, whether you're in a tent, RV, or cabin. Enjoy the great outdoors!

Frequently Asked Questions

What camping is available near Milton, WA?

According to TheDyrt.com, Milton, WA offers a wide range of camping options, with 266 campgrounds and RV parks near Milton, WA and 37 free dispersed camping spots.

Which is the most popular campground near Milton, WA?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Milton, WA is Dash Point State Park Campground with a 3.9-star rating from 72 reviews.

Where can I find free dispersed camping near Milton, WA?

According to TheDyrt.com, there are 37 free dispersed camping spots near Milton, WA.