8 campgrounds with availability next weekend
Several glamping destinations surround Normandy Park, Washington within a short drive, ranging from beachfront campsites to wooded yurts and waterfront resorts. Glamping campgrounds near Normandy Park include options with beach access, riverside yurts, and lakefront accommodations suited to a range of comfort levels. Dash Point State Park in nearby Federal Way provides glamping accommodations among tall trees with beach access and hiking trails. The property offers reservable sites with fire rings, picnic tables, and drinking water, while maintaining privacy between spaces. Tolt MacDonald Park in Carnation features glamping yurts in a scenic riverside setting approximately 30 miles from Normandy Park. Other options include Saltwater State Park in Des Moines with beachfront glamping sites, though camping is temporarily closed for 2024 according to recent reviews. "Each site was different in size and shape. As long as it's not packed, this is as nice as just about anything you'd find," noted one Dash Point visitor.
Vasa Park Resort in Bellevue provides a luxury glamping experience with waterfront access to Lake Sammamish. Visitors enjoy swimming, kayaking, and paddleboarding directly from their accommodations. Tall Chief Campground in Fall City offers glamping cabins and yurts with electricity, thirty-amp hookups, and access to showers and restrooms. The campground provides year-round operation in a wooded setting with firewood available for purchase. Blue Sky RV Park in Issaquah houses deluxe glamping accommodations with full hookups including electricity, water, and sewer connections. As one visitor noted about the area's glamping options, "Cleanliness, peace and quiet, and ease of access are all strengths," making these locations ideal for travelers seeking comfort in natural settings without sacrificing amenities.
"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."
"This campsite was awesome, we far enough away from other campers so it was still peaceful, you did not feel like you were on top of other campers. The fire pit was nice and had a grill."
Available next weekend
from $23 - $74 / 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."
from $23 / night
"O Site is adjacent to a river access, which I did not get a chance to check out myself, but being near water is always a plus to me."
"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!"
Available next weekend
from $23 - $254 / night
"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!"
"Water and electric hookup, picnic table, fire pit at each site with additional bathroom with a shower for the grounds. There is a ship playground for the kids and beach volleyball court."
from $25 - $95 / night
"We roasted hotdogs and s‘mores over the camp fire and our dog loved swimming in the lake. It’s a beautiful site and the park is kept incredibly clean."
"Cute campground very close to Seattle and Bellevue right on the lake. Beautiful beach area, basketball courts, playground, and volleyball right at the site. Spots are a little tight."
from $65 - $125 / night
"I would highly recommend getting a premium site if you can, we set up two ground tents, a roof top tent, and had three cars parked in our spot."
"There are plenty of huge camping spots that include fire pits, picnic tables, and room for your car. There are also spots with RV hookups if you roll like that."
"The staff are friendly and helpful. 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 love Tall Chief because it is super close to a lot of great spots around the Seattle region. It’s super close (like 7 min drive) from one of my favorite coffee shops, Aroma Coffee Co. Try it!"
"Walking distance to a gas station for supplies. Clean bathrooms with running water."
"The cabins are great for families and have a bunk bed and futon set up with a table set and even heaters. Bathrooms and showers on site, though showers will cost you."
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from $12 - $61 / night
"It rained a couple of nights but being surrounded by huge trees made it really cozy. Nice walking trails that follow creeks and go right along the sound."
"Friendly staff, clean sites and facilities, coin operated showers. This campground is located right on the hood canal which is filled with oysters beds. Many people were harvesting the delicacy."
Available next weekend
from $12 - $61 / night
"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."
GuideNice 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.
ScoutFirst off you get what you pay for it's cheap but you're packed like sardines in a gravel lot that looks trashy as hell I didn't go in the restrooms because they don't have stuff there till after 6:00 p.m. so I was terrified by how disgusting they might be on top of it the owner is quite possibly the rudest most inconsiderate and unempathetic human I've ever encountered he gaslit the hell out of me he insulted my intelligence he lied about our conversations that place is so shady there's no checking or check out time written on their forms they will just make up a time that seems appropriate and then if you don't respond and how they like they'll tell you that you have to leave I thought it was just me but after moving to a beautiful Campground I talked to two out of their individuals that told me that they basically told him to F off and they would find somewhere else really horrible business practices and his sister is just as rude as he is trashy place with Shady practices and Shady people running it. Also if you're one that noise bothers you you will hate this because it's right on the highway and you can hear everything from every spot in the park. Especially if you're looking for nightly you can go down the street to the one they recommended and pay $18 less a night for way more beautiful place
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.
GuideWe spent one night here. Short walk to the riverside.
TravelerI stayed there for one night on my way back to Seattle, and it was perfect for what I needed. Very quiet back there. The people were all super nice and accommodating. They had a dump site, restrooms outside and heated restrooms attached to the office area. I really loved that two of the permanent residents would do security at night as well. Being a woman and traveling alone, that made me feel very safe. Highly recommend this place!
GuideQuiet, but we were here mid week in late August….
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.
TravelerThis is a beautiful state park with plenty of bathrooms, showers, and water points. There are plenty of full hookup RV spots, non-hookup TV spots, and tenet camping sites. There is a playground for kids, easy access beach area for swimming and paddle boarding, and pathways for pleasant walks.
I stayed on the beach loop at site 142. It was sunny during the day with nice shade in the evening. A blackberry patch right behind me was just beginning to ripen.
Great place for families with a loop for the kids to cruise on their bikes.
TravelerUsually, I have a complaint, but there are no complaints.
Camping options near Normandy Park, Washington range from riverside retreats to beachfront locations within 30-45 minutes of driving distance. The region features seasonal temperature shifts, with summer highs around 75°F and winter lows near 35°F, affecting campground availability. Rain patterns typically favor camping between July and September when precipitation is lowest and sites are less muddy.
Water activities on Lake Sammamish: At Vasa Park Resort, the beachfront location offers swimming and paddling options. "We loved the Vasa Park Resort. We stayed here while visiting my brother in Seattle and had so much fun. We roasted hotdogs and s'mores over the camp fire and our dog loved swimming in the lake," shares Amy H.
Explore tidal ecosystems: Fay Bainbridge Park provides beachcombing opportunities with timing dependent on tides. "Great campground right on the beach. Clean facilities," notes Brook M. The park features excellent views of marine traffic and mountain ranges on clear days.
Hiking with river access: Family-friendly trails connect to waterways at several campgrounds. "Beautiful, clean campground. Short hike to river spots that are perfect for wading or fishing. 10 minute drive from Deep Lake which is beautiful and great for swimming and paddle boarding," writes Ashlie M. about Kanaskat-Palmer State Park.
Privacy between sites: Campers appreciate spacing at Dash Point State Park, particularly for tent camping. "This campground is remarkable in the privacy between each of the camping spots, the bird life, the wild and deep forest vibes, and the walking trails," explains Brittany D.
Yurt accommodations: Yurt camping near Normandy Park, Washington offers comfortable alternatives to tent setups. "Spent a night in the yurt. Everything worked," shares Chris A. about his stay at Tolt MacDonald Park, which is approximately 30 miles from Normandy Park.
Seasonal wildlife viewing: Many campgrounds feature wildlife spotting opportunities. "The campground has elk that walk through it and is right on the river. There are several hiking trails that start from the campground," notes Dean about Dosewallips State Park.
Park ranger presence: Enforcement of quiet hours and park rules varies by location. "This campground is heavily patrolled by the park rangers. I usually have contact with them in my campsite at least twice a day. I have been asked by the park rangers at 10:01 p.m. to be quite as myself and three 9 year old girls were talking too loud," explains Kelly P. about Tolt MacDonald Park.
Flight path noise considerations: Some campgrounds experience aircraft noise. "Commercial jets landing at Sea-Tac fly directly above us at a low altitude and are VERY loud and VERY frequent (every 3-5 minutes), so if you don't mind the noise, or LOVE airplanes (like we do), this is an Awesome campground!!!" reports Travis P. about Saltwater State Park.
Limited connectivity: Cell service varies significantly. "Zero cell reception here for ATT and Verizon, and the cell booster didn't help. There are trash dumpsters here and blue recycling bins, but they don't specify what they will accept for recycling," notes Laura M. about Kanaskat-Palmer State Park.
Playground access: Some parks feature dedicated play areas. "Amazing kids area pirate ship. Great beach walk and good camp sites," writes Tanya B. about Fay Bainbridge Park, highlighting the kid-friendly infrastructure.
Shower facility quality: Important for family comfort, shower quality varies widely. "Bathrooms are super nice - each is private with a shower. Camp staff were pleasant and helpful," reports Julie M. about Kanaskat-Palmer State Park.
Weather contingencies: Given regional rainfall, backup plans are essential. "It did rain one of the mornings and ended up with a puddle under our text but it was the last day so no loss. I think next time I'll try and rent a cabin when I stay here," explains Becky R. about Belfair State Park.
Hookup limitations: Most parks offer partial hookups only. "We chose the full hookup option. Firewood could be purchased through the camp host. The best part about this day was the surrounding area," shares Amy & Stu B. about Dosewallips State Park.
Site leveling challenges: RV sites may require significant leveling. "I only took away a star because it was advertised as ok for a Motorhome but the gravel pull through was so not level the jacks pushed the front tires 6 inches off the ground," notes Cody F. about Tolt MacDonald Park.
Site privacy for larger vehicles: Site selection matters for privacy with RVs. "Limited space, place is mostly long term users. Nice facility very clean and well run," explains Mike V. about Blue Sky RV Park, one of the specialized RV facilities near Normandy Park offering glamping-style accommodations.
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