9 campgrounds with availability this weekend
Cabin options near Mountlake Terrace include several state parks with furnished accommodations. Fay Bainbridge Park and Flowing Lake Park & Campground offer cabin rentals with varying amenities. Most cabins include basic furnishings like bunk beds, futons, or queen-sized beds with picnic tables and fire rings outside. Many locations provide electricity and heating systems for year-round comfort. "The cabins are heated and have bunk beds, which makes for a cozy retreat into nature in the winter," notes one visitor to Flowing Lake Park. Bathroom facilities are typically shared, with most parks offering clean restrooms and shower facilities within walking distance of cabin sites.
Rustic and deluxe cabins are both available, depending on the location. State parks like Dosewallips, Camano Island, and Kitsap Memorial offer well-maintained cabin accommodations with different amenities. Most require advance reservations, especially during summer months when availability becomes limited. Pet policies vary by location—some parks welcome pets in designated cabins while others maintain pet-free accommodations. According to one camper at Fidalgo Bay Resort, "Pet friendly cabins is an extra bonus!" Cabin sizes range from cozy options for couples to larger units that accommodate families or small groups.
Most cabin rentals include essential furniture but expect to bring your own bedding, pillows, and towels unless otherwise specified. Kitchen facilities vary significantly between locations—some offer only outdoor fire rings with grill grates, while others may include small indoor kitchenettes. Firewood is commonly available for purchase from camp hosts or park offices. Several parks have small stores with basic supplies, though selection is limited. For full grocery shopping, visitors should stock up in larger towns before arrival. Water and electrical hookups are standard at most cabin sites, though amenities differ between parks.
"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!"
from $25 - $95 / night
"As cyclists, we really enjoyed this state park. The hiker/biker sites are in a wooded area removed from the other sites which makes them peaceful."
"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."
Available this weekend
from $12 - $151 / night
"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."
"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."
"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."
Available this weekend
from $12 - $61 / night
"After flying into SeaTac late in the afternoon this campground was a great place to start our Washington trip and only about 30 minutes from the airport."
"I appreciate there is electric, sewer and water. I use this an overnight point to fill my RV before going off grid."
Available this weekend
from $23 - $74 / night
"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."
Available this weekend
from $12 - $209 / night
"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."
"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."
Available this weekend
from $12 - $144 / night
"I've stayed here several times and it has everything you need to stay in an RV, tent, cabin, or yurt"
"WiFi wasn’t the best but hot spots worked well enough. Showers and restrooms were clean"
TravelerNice campground, well maintained and rangers often patrol the campsite loops. Bathrooms are nice but dated, but quite expensive campground. Paying in-person was $49 for an RV spot with utilities, but booking online was $69 for the same site. Can be busy on the weekend.
ScoutI wanted to like this campground, but I wouldn’t stay here again for more than maybe one night.
There are signs EVERYWHERE warning about theft, which immediately tells you something about the area. I didn’t have anything stolen, but I was extremely careful about what I left out.
The biggest problem is that you’re basically on your own after hours. There is no campground host, no posted after-hours ranger number, and no non-emergency number at the campground or through the park’s phone system. The staff hours also seem very limited and inconsistent. I arrived around 6:30 PM and nobody was there, and staff didn’t seem to return until around 9–10 AM.
The bathrooms were dirty, out of toilet paper, and the showers were cold. One morning there was a large unleashed dog in the women’s bathroom that growled at me while its owner was showering. I believe she may have been homeless and using the facilities. Again, there was nobody around to contact about it.
Another night, people were extremely loud until almost midnight. Same problem: no host, no ranger and no non-emergency number. Unless something is serious enough for 911, you’re left to deal with it yourself.
There are also a lot of homeless people and visible drug addicts/drug activity around Federal Way. I had been warned about the area before coming here, and I understand why.
The park itself is pretty and might be fine for a quick overnight stay, but for multiple nights, I wouldn’t recommend it. Between the theft warnings, lack of after-hours staff, weird staffing hours, and no way to report non-emergency problems, I never really felt comfortable settling into my campsite.
ScoutThe management is awesome
TravelerThere is single camp-host here, the facility’s are in a deep state of disrepair, and the campground is overcrowded when full.
LegendI’m giving this park only four stars because the roads coming into the park and the road through the park are very narrow and winding. I probably wouldn’t bring a trailer more than 32 or 33 feet long in here as there are tight curves around trees. Did have electric and water. But as others have said, kind of surprised that it doesn’t have a dump station. Very nice walking trail through the forest and next to a lake where one could go swimming or boating. We were here in midweek in September and the park was only about 1/4 full. Our site number 26 was nice, but not very level. Showers were clean and hot water. Very nice play ground.
GuideWe spent one night here. Short walk to the riverside.
ScoutThe Navy carrier jets train out here, for hours on end, you can’t hear someone next to you speak when they’re overhead, and it’s one after another. To top it off, some dipsh@t did the grand finale flight of the evening, around 11:30 PM, so low over the campground they lit up the inside of the tent.
Without the jets, this would be a great spot. Beautiful scenery, plenty of trails and beaches, well kept, but the constant interruption of any moment of peace makes it worthless unless you’re deaf and don’t mind the ground vibrating routinely when they fly over.
LegendWe stayed here for a short overnight as we made our way up the Olympic Peninsula to Port Townsend. Nice park with a some trails right from the campground. We enjoyed the Maple Valley loop. There are elk at Dosewallips but we didn’t see any. Some road noise from our site (21) and heard a low-flying helicopter in the morning. Shower water pressure was a bit low and the water not hot enough.
LegendDeception Pass State Park is an incredible place to camp. The scenery and hikes have a wow factor. We enjoy the smaller Quarry Pond side. Great facilities. Wonderful campground.
Cabins near Mountlake Terrace, Washington are nestled in the Puget Sound region where elevations range from sea level to 500 feet. Winter temperatures typically hover between 35-45°F with high rainfall, making insulated cabin accommodations particularly valuable during colder months. Most cabin sites in the area can be reserved up to nine months in advance through Washington State Parks reservation system.
Beach exploration: At Deception Pass State Park Campground, access to shorelines provides opportunities for beachcombing and tide pool discovery. "There are lots of beaches to walk and trails to hike. The little store right outside the camp has amazing salmon," notes one visitor. The park features both freshwater and saltwater beaches within walking distance of cabin sites.
Fishing access: Several cabin locations offer direct water access for fishing. At Fort Flagler Historical State Park Campground, cabins place anglers near prime fishing spots. "City views of port Townsend. Easy in and out," reports one camper who visited during off-season. Fishing licenses required; check current regulations before arrival.
Wildlife viewing: Many cabin sites provide opportunities to observe local wildlife. "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," reports a visitor to Dosewallips State Park. Cabin locations often include access to established viewing areas with interpretive signage.
Cabin proximity to water: Fort Worden Historical State Park offers cabins with beach access. "Being right on the beach is fantastic, and well worth the slightly higher cost," writes one reviewer. Most waterfront cabins require earlier reservations, especially during summer months.
Winter cabin amenities: Heated accommodation options make off-season cabin camping comfortable. "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," explains a visitor to Flowing Lake Park & Campground.
Playground access: Family-friendly cabin sites often include playground facilities. "The cabins are a lot of fun! Amazing playground," notes another Flowing Lake visitor. Playground equipment typically includes structures suitable for children ages 5-12, with some parks offering equipment for younger children as well.
Site selection strategies: Choose cabin locations based on specific needs and preferences. "Do not choose a site by the cabins or field, you will be disappointed. Choose a large site by the river!" advises one camper at Dosewallips State Park. Most parks offer site maps with cabin locations clearly marked.
Reservation timing: Cabin reservations typically require advance planning. "We went from Sunday to Tuesday to avoid the crowd and actually get a decent campsite which we did," explains a visitor who stayed at Dosewallips State Park Campground. Mid-week stays generally offer better availability than weekends.
Seasonal considerations: Weather patterns affect cabin camping experiences throughout the year. "Jan 24-26, 2025 - We went for a winter meet-up... We had beautifully clear skies and little light pollution so it was really nice for stargazing," reports a winter camper at Fort Worden. Most cabins remain available year-round with varied seasonal amenities.
Group accommodations: Larger cabin options accommodate family groups. "We stayed in a lovely tent spot. The space had plenty of room. A fun lake to play in," mentions a visitor to Flowing Lake Park. Several parks offer group sites with multiple cabins or a combination of cabins and tent spaces.
Kid-friendly water access: Kitsap Memorial State Park Campground provides shallow water areas suitable for children. "The property itself is great. There's a playground and a couple large open fields for kids to play. Also really close to the water which is cool," explains one visitor. Swimming areas typically include designated shallow sections with gradual entry points.
Educational opportunities: Historical parks with cabins offer learning experiences for children. "There is a little aquarium open on the weekend. The family had a blast," notes a visitor to Fort Worden. Many parks provide junior ranger programs with activity booklets available at entrance stations or visitor centers.
Off-season advantages: Many cabin locations offer reduced crowds during non-summer months. "Awesome fall and winter camping. First come first serve after Oct 31st... No problem finding 2 sites side by side for 40 ft rigs," reports a visitor to Fort Flagler. Off-season visitors should check for reduced amenities or limited facility hours.
Accessibility considerations: Cabin locations vary in terrain and access. "Very disappointed. Booked and told tent sites could be driven up to. Not the case," notes one visitor to Fay Bainbridge Park. Most parks provide specific accessibility information on reservation platforms, including distance from parking to cabin doors and number of steps.
Site spacing: Cabin areas differ in privacy levels. "The sites have very little privacy and the host was aggressive and unfriendly. We probably wouldn't stay here again," shares a visitor to Kitsap Memorial State Park. Sites with numbers at edges of loops typically offer more seclusion than centrally located cabins.
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