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    Nordland, Washington serves as a gateway to several well-maintained state park campgrounds on Marrowstone Island and the surrounding Olympic Peninsula. Fort Flagler Historical State Park Campground provides waterfront sites with views of Puget Sound, while nearby options include Fort Townsend Historical State Park and Fort Worden Historical State Park. Most facilities accommodate tents, RVs, and cabins, with varying levels of hookups and amenities. The campgrounds across the region blend historical significance with natural beauty, offering access to beaches, forested trails, and wildlife viewing opportunities within 10-20 miles of Port Townsend.

    Campground availability follows seasonal patterns, with most state parks open year-round but offering limited services during winter months. Fort Townsend operates only from May through September, while others like Fort Flagler transition to first-come, first-served after October 31st. Several sites feature electrical hookups, water access, and shower facilities, though amenities may be reduced in off-seasons. Cell reception varies throughout the area, with most campgrounds reporting adequate coverage for AT&T and Verizon. A camper noted, "We will come any season of the year to this campground. There's something different at every time. We especially love spring and fall when it's barely raining and we can walk the beaches with our dog."

    Waterfront camping locations receive consistently high ratings from visitors, particularly at Fort Flagler where beachfront sites offer views of Port Townsend, passing ferries, and the Olympic Mountains. Many reviewers highlight the value of staying in the Upper Oak Bay Campground for privacy while visiting the Lower Oak Bay area for day use and beach access. Wind conditions can impact camping comfort, especially along exposed shorelines. A review from The Dyrt mentioned, "The wind blows, so pull your canopy in at night or when you're away for awhile." Several campgrounds balance historical exploration with natural settings, allowing visitors to explore military installations and artillery batteries while enjoying beach access, wildlife viewing, and hiking trails. Proximity to small towns provides convenient access to supplies and local attractions.

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      1. Fort Flagler Historical State Park Campground

      4.7(36)2mi from Nordland129 sitesRVs, Tents, Cabins

      "The kids had a blast exploring the fort and the forest around the campsite. There's a big beach with a small general store/burger joint within walking distance."

      "As the beach side has a lot of open camping we opted for the side nearer the trails that had a feeling of being a step away from the woods. "

      from $12 - $231 / night

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      2. Beach Campground — Fort Worden Historical State Park

      4.6(33)7mi from Nordland60 sitesRVs, Tents, Cabins, Glamping

      "The trade off is the endless opportunity for walking, hiking and learning the history of the area. Charming Downtown Port Townsend is close by and a true National Historic resource! "

      "Fort and battery tours. a real gem in Washington."

      from $12 - $51 / night

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      3. Deception Pass State Park Campground

      4.4(114)24mi from Nordland349 sitesRVs, Tents, Cabins, Glamping

      "Some trails walking distance from the campsite to gorgeous beaches while others we drove to get to other trails and scenic lookouts. I loved every minute staying there."

      "This is one of the most popular locations in Washington State and easy to see why. Both fresh and salt water experiences are within a few steps away with amazing sunsets and breathtaking views."

      from $12 - $144 / night

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      4. Fort Casey Historical State Park Campground

      4.4(20)8mi from Nordland48 sites

      "Take your family this summer to enjoy hiking trails, explore the remains of Fort Casey, and visit the diving park at Washington’s Keystone."

      "Only 88 miles away from our home, a perfect getaway for a short trip. We are fairly new to the RV life style (always tent camped) and this only our 3rd trip in our new travel trailer."

      from $12 - $46 / night

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      5. Camano Island State Park Campground

      4.2(22)10mi from Nordland85 sitesRVs, Tents, Glamping

      "It was a quick walk to views of the water, and there were plenty of walking trails around."

      "The system in Washington is sometimes showing how overwhelmed and understaffed they are, and this park is so severely understaffed it’s sad."

      from $12 - $70 / night

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      6. Fort Townsend Historical State Park Campground

      4.0(16)5mi from Nordland43 sitesRVs, Tents

      "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."

      "I'm slowly overtime trying to visit all of Washington's State Parks, and there are a large number of them in the Port Townsend area."

      from $12 - $71 / night

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      7. Sequim Bay State Park Campground

      4.1(35)16mi from Nordland73 sitesRVs, Tents

      "The bike trail runs through the campground and there is access to sports fields via a tunnel under the highway. There are a few short trails around a creek and the beach."

      "The winding paths leading from the upper campsites to the water’s edge are a treasure trove for a photographer. Great fun."

      from $12 - $51 / night

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      8. Point Hudson Marina & RV Park

      4.4(10)5mi from NordlandRVs

      "Where this place shines is in its location with beautiful views across the mouth of Puget Sound to Whidbey Island, the Cascades beyond, as well as Point Wilson Lighthouse nearby at Fort Worden."

      "Port Townsend is one of our favorite locations, having come here by sailboat for decades and now with a travel trailer."

      from $33 - $77 / night

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      9. Fort Ebey State Park Campground

      4.5(16)12mi from Nordland60 sitesRVs, Tents, Cabins

      "We didn't have a view where we were but I loved the wooded area and it was just a short walk to the bluff overlooking the Strait of Juan de Fuca."

      "The campground is easy to find from the highway and the facilities are very clean and there's a number of showers and bathrooms around the campground."

      from $12 - $156 / night

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      10. Lower Oak Bay Park

      3.8(8)3mi from NordlandRVs, Tents

      "There are two sections to this small, tucked away campground on the edge of the Salish Sea, one in the forested area and another out on the beach spit."

      "Nice stream of locals walking dogs and travelers on a pit stop."

      from $30 / night

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    • LThe Dyrt Pro User
      Sep. 8, 2026

      Falls View Campground

      Quiet forest camping at Falls View — spacious Site 12, a steep river hike, and Highway 101 for a soundtrack

      Falls View Campground is a small, primitive U.S. Forest Service campground in Olympic National Forest, about 3.5 miles south of Quilcene on Highway 101. We spent two quiet nights here and had the place mostly to ourselves. That emptiness is the tradeoff: no potable water (the campground is under redesign), vault toilets only, no hookups, and first-come, first-served sites. If you want flush toilets and a water spigot, this is not it. If you want tall timber, a river below you, and room to breathe, it works. We stayed in Site 12, one of the newer spots. It was spacious, with good privacy from the next site and easy pull-through options for a van. Picnic table, fire ring, and enough gravel pad to park without a scramble. The campground map notes that Sites 1, 2, 3, and 9 are small and limited to car/truck campers; 12 felt like a different category. Payment is cashless. You can occupy a site, then either scan the QR code with the Recreation.gov app or drive about three miles north to the fee machine at Quilcene Ranger Station (295142 US-101). Official rate is $10 per night for a single site, plus $5 for an extra vehicle. Display the receipt on the site post. The Falls View Canyon Trail starts in the campground and drops to the Big Quilcene River. It is not an easy stroll. What goes down must come up, and the climb is steep — switchbacks, stairs in places, and enough grade to make you notice. The payoff is the river: mossy basalt, clear water, and that classic Olympic Peninsula green. There is also a shorter loop to a viewpoint of the waterfall plunging toward the river. Bring water; there is none at the campground. Highway 101 is close enough that you hear traffic. It did not ruin the stay for us, but light sleepers or people hunting total silence should know that going in. Pets must be leashed. Season is roughly May through September. Bottom line: Cheap, quiet, and pretty if you are self-contained and okay with vault toilets and a steep hike. Site 12 was a winner. Pack your own water and expect the highway

    • JThe Dyrt Pro User
      Sep. 8, 2026

      View Disperesed Camping

      Beautiful road side spot on a cliff

      Very rough and narrow road that follows a cliff face. 4wd not needed but sedan or mid sized truck would be most practical. Go past the marker just a little bit and there is good sized pullouts with fire rings.

    • JThe Dyrt Pro User
      Sep. 8, 2026

      Sage Horse Camp

      A Quiet, Serene Equestrian Camp

      My feline and I were looking for a quiet, off the beaten path sanctuary and found it. We chose spot 14 in the nw corner, hidden and along the northern treeline. The road is gravel and took us a minute to roll in and once there, magnificent. There are amenities for horses to play, trails to ride, and corrals at each of the 15 sites. Although we did not have horses, this place was a wonderful spot to rest our road legs for a couple days.

    • JThe Dyrt Pro User
      Sep. 8, 2026

      Sequim Bay State Park Campground

      A Cozy Off the Highway 101 State Park

      This State Park is cozy and directly off Hwy 101. A Camp Host, small trail down to Sequim Bay, giant trees shading the campground, one shower and toilets, garbage, and cozy.

    • Morgan G.The Dyrt Pro User
      Sep. 6, 2026

      Rhododendron Campground

      standard car camping

      10 out of 15 sites were available on Labor Day weekend Saturday at 4pm. No reservations - it's just show up, put $15 cash in the box, and claim your campsite. Perfectly adequate car camping with a picnic table, fire circle, and access to pit toilets.

      you can still hear road noise from the main road, and barking dogs in the morning from a nearby dog sanctuary. Beautiful rhododendron brush covers the space between sites.

    • Cathy E.The Dyrt Pro User
      Sep. 6, 2026

      Gold Basin Campground

      Lovely Campground, Disgusting Vault Toilets

      Campsites are clean and private, but the vault toilets were so bad we left early. This campground would have been great otherwise. Tent pad was far from level in our site but others looked better.

    • Mike The Dyrt Pro User
      Sep. 3, 2026

      Dungeness Recreation Area

      Not bad, but you better arrive by 10!

      First, the really bad and frankly, stupid: This park locks down at 10pm, and there is no way to get in. They do a crappy job of alerting you too. It's in some small print, but it needs to be big, bold, and front and center when you make the reservation. We traveled 5+ hours and didn't make it in time and had to sleep in the small parking lot outside the gate. Another kind of dumb policy is the showers - The shower is free, but timed to 5 minutes. It's just short enough that you need to turn it on again to finish. Then you can't turn it off. I understand the purpose, but I'm guessing it wastes more water in the end.

      Beyond that, it's generally a nice park. There are a lot of great sites with lots of trees for shade and hammocks. We heard owls and eagles, and the views are fantastic. The spit is cool, but no dogs. One last thing - it's on the bluff, not too far from the water. It can still be breeze and chilly in the summer. It's kind of a bummer when you can't have a fire.

    • J
      Sep. 2, 2026

      Deception Pass State Park Campground

      Check the training schedule before you camp here!

      The 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.

    • LThe Dyrt Pro User
      Aug. 31, 2026

      Lake Erie Campground

      A really nice area to camp

      Behind the small well kept store is the lawned campground for tenters, or RVs. The flat area is well kept grass on the shoreline of Lake Erie and has a dock. New orange tables for each site. Looming across the road is wonderful Mt. Erie and the Anacortes Community Forest Lands with many trails for all levels. Trail maps online, and one can connect to a trail just walking a short bit. Mt Erie has a gorgeous view of the San Juans, Whidbey Island, Olympics, Cascades and eagles flying by. The south face has many rock climbs for all levels, even at least one 5.13! A noted area for newbies trying rock climbing, with someone to assist.

      There are basically no trees, but with the grass and sunshine, wonderful. Downtown Anacortes is about 10 minutes away. Scenic Deception Pass to Whidbey Island less than that, or a nearby trail makes a scenic hike to the bridge. A great place to explore so many things.

    Guide to Nordland

    Fort Flagler Historical State Park Campground offers spacious sites with beach access at 150 feet above sea level on Marrowstone Island. Upper campground sites provide more privacy among trees while lower campground spots face Port Townsend Bay with views of passing ferries. Winter camping options expand as several campgrounds transition to first-come, first-served status after October, allowing for more spontaneous trips without reservations.

    What to do

    Beach exploration: Fort Flagler Historical State Park Campground combines forest and shoreline access for varied outdoor activities. "I absolutely love it here. You can walk the beach or walk the beautiful forest. Well maintained, great camphosts and a cool snack shack," notes Linda M. The park features trails connecting both wooded and beachfront areas.

    Historic site tours: Beach Campground — Fort Worden Historical State Park provides access to military history with preserved artillery installations. A camper shares, "Fun and safe campground. Near the beach with a small aquarium open on the weekend. The family had a blast." The site includes historic bunkers, a lighthouse, and educational displays about coastal defenses.

    Mountain biking: Fort Ebey State Park Campground offers dedicated trails through forest terrain. "There are great hiking and mountain biking trails through forest, ocean views and beach access, and it's also fun to explore the old WWII facilities. Bring flashlights," recommends one visitor. The trail network connects to bluffs overlooking the Strait of Juan de Fuca.

    What campers like

    Waterfront proximity: Campers consistently rate waterfront sites highest, particularly at Lower Oak Bay Park where the beach section provides direct water access. "We camped along the spit, and had an amazing time. And even in the final days of summer, it was a lovely temperature to hang out for the week and we even got to see the Northern Lights one night!" reports Shari G.

    Winter accessibility: Fort Casey Campground remains open during colder months when many other sites close. "We visited Fort Casey in early November, 2020. We used the AC power and water hookups for our 25ft trailer. The site is located near the beach, so naturally there isn't much privacy and you are constantly exposed to the elements. However, the beautiful water and mountain scenery more than compensate," notes Jerry.

    Wildlife viewing: Multiple campgrounds report regular deer sightings, seal watching from shorelines, and tidepools with marine life. "Ive never seen more starfish, and seals. I was here visiting an uncle who lives in the area. We went kayaking on the bay, and enjoyed the weather," reports Anthony S. about Sequim Bay State Park Campground.

    What you should know

    Military jet noise: Deception Pass State Park Campground sits near Naval Air Station Whidbey Island, causing periodic noise disruptions. "Definitely worth a stay with its proximity to the beach, stargazing, hiking. The whole area feels magical. Plus Anacortes is a fun town just a few minutes away. The only downside is the noise from the naval base nearby. You'll hear jets overhead on a regular basis," writes Will L.

    Shower token system: Most state parks require purchasing tokens for shower facilities, typically $0.50 for 3 minutes of water. "The showers were very well maintained, and had hand soap available in the sink area. There also showers in the bathroom. Shower tokens, fire wood and ice, are for sale at the state park office at the main entrance of the park," explains Christopher D.

    Campsite privacy varies: While upper campground areas typically provide more separation between sites, lower beachfront areas offer minimal privacy. "The campsite was very well maintained and raked when we arrived. Each campsite has a picnic table and a fire pit. The campground has only one bathroom located near the center of the campground, so keep that in mind when you're choosing your campsite," advises one camper.

    Tips for camping with families

    Kid-friendly beaches: Cranberry Lake at Deception Pass provides shallow-water swimming areas perfect for children. "The hike in from the northern park boundary is amazingly beautiful and it sure makes you appreciate the spot once you get there. Cranberry Lake has a designated swimming area where the water is super shallow and just perfect for the kiddos," notes Travis D.

    Junior Ranger programs: Fort Townsend Historical State Park Campground offers educational activities for children. "Lots to do there...beach, crabbing, clamming, playground, sport courts, trails, and the most fun is exploring all the gun batteries. We did the tour and it was very informative. Lots of history and there are even a few geocaches," shares Jill T. about a similar program at Fort Flagler.

    Group site options: Camano Island State Park Campground offers designated group camping for families traveling together. "Stayed in the group site with my daughter's American Heritage Girls troop. We had 22 girls and there was plenty of room. This is a huge group site. Has running water, a couple fire pits and a bunch of picnic tables," reports Bridget S.

    Tips from RVers

    Winter utilities: Some parks maintain water access during winter months despite official closures. "Website said water was turned off at the sites but all sites still had water.. nice hosts that left us alone. Docks are pulled out of the water during winter months. Upper campground is closed during winter," shares Mike K. about Fort Flagler.

    Site selection: For larger rigs, confirm specific site dimensions rather than general campground classifications. "We stayed in RV in site without hook-ups. Fighter jet noise on a Monday morning during our stay. Be prepared for rain. See website for length of level pad," recommends Leonard H. at Deception Pass.

    Day-use strategy: Multiple RVers recommend camping in upper campground areas with hookups while utilizing beachfront areas for daytime activities. "Avoid the crowds. Awesome fall and winter camping. First come first serve after Oct 31st. Spent a long weekend there last week. No problem finding 2 sites side by side for 40 ft rigs," advises an experienced visitor about seasonal approaches.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    What camping is available near Nordland, WA?

    According to TheDyrt.com, Nordland, WA offers a wide range of camping options, with 316 campgrounds and RV parks near Nordland, WA and 18 free dispersed camping spots.

    Which is the most popular campground near Nordland, WA?

    According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Nordland, WA is Fort Flagler Historical State Park Campground with a 4.7-star rating from 36 reviews.

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

    According to TheDyrt.com, there are 18 free dispersed camping spots near Nordland, WA.

    What parks are near Nordland, WA?

    According to TheDyrt.com, there are 9 parks near Nordland, WA that allow camping, notably Keystone Harbor and Mt. Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest.

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