Best Dog-Friendly Camping near Oak Harbor, WA

Cliffside RV Park offers full hookup sites for pets and their owners along Whidbey Island's scenic waterfront. Located within Naval Air Station Whidbey Island, this military campground maintains exceptionally clean grounds with immaculate bathrooms and showers that accommodate pet owners. Dogs can explore the park's paved waterfront trail along the bluff and access the sandy beach below. North Whidbey RV Park provides convenient pet-friendly accommodations directly across from Deception Pass State Park entrance, featuring a fenced dog play area where pets can exercise off-leash. Both campgrounds offer full hookups for RVs and welcome well-behaved pets at tent sites and cabin rentals. The facilities remain tidy with grass surrounding all campsites and dedicated pet waste stations throughout the grounds.

Rhododendron Campground's 15 secluded sites provide excellent privacy for campers with dogs in a coastal woodland setting. The campground's site placement creates natural buffers between neighbors, ideal for pets that need space from other campers. Trails throughout Deception Pass State Park connect directly to many of these pet-friendly campgrounds, offering miles of hiking opportunities where leashed dogs can accompany their owners. Access to beaches varies seasonally, with some areas restricting pets during summer months while permitting year-round access in others. Camping with pets requires preparation for occasional jet noise from Naval Air Station Whidbey Island operations, as planes can fly directly overhead with extremely loud sounds that may startle animals. The proximity to Oak Harbor provides easy access to veterinary services and pet supply stores when camping supplies run low.

Best Dog-Friendly Sites Near Oak Harbor, Washington (175)

    1. Deception Pass State Park Campground

    111 Reviews
    Anacortes, WA
    8 miles
    Website
    +1 (360) 675-2417

    $12 - $40 / night

    "The Navy PBY museum in Oak Harbor is not to be missed."

    "We saw seal and sea lions playing in the water close to shore. There were owls in the RV campsite."

    2. Beach Campground — Fort Worden Historical State Park

    33 Reviews
    Port Townsend, WA
    12 miles
    Website
    +1 (360) 344-4400

    "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."

    3. Fort Flagler Historical State Park Campground

    35 Reviews
    Nordland, WA
    14 miles
    Website
    +1 (360) 385-1259

    "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. "

    "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."

    4. Bay View State Park Campground

    33 Reviews
    Anacortes, WA
    15 miles
    Website
    +1 (360) 757-0227

    $12 - $75 / night

    "We were able to make it work, even with our dog-reactive dog, though. Recommend campsite 48 as it seemed to be one of the most private ones. The beach was lovely and not at all crowded."

    "Our spot backed up to beautiful trees and was nicely situated to not feel crowded."

    5. Fort Ebey State Park Campground

    14 Reviews
    Coupeville, WA
    8 miles
    Website
    +1 (360) 678-4636

    "Easy access to Deception Pass State Park as well as a quick drive down all of Whidbey Island. We loved our experience there so much it was the inspiration to the name of our old Westfalia -- Ebey."

    "Most sites don’t have a sense of privacy (some are literally right next to each other with no clear delineation where one ends and the other begins), but there were a lot of “extra vehicle parking only"

    6. Thousand Trails La Conner

    11 Reviews
    La Conner, WA
    8 miles
    Website
    +1 (888) 707-1477

    "Bathrooms are kept clean, mini golf is fun, and the walks to “Lone Tree” at sunset are amazing. The hosts are ALWAYS so friendly!"

    "Beautiful location and campground but confusing to find your way around inside"

    7. Cliffside RV Park - Military

    6 Reviews
    Oak Harbor, WA
    4 miles
    Website
    +1 (360) 257-2649

    "Located on Naval Air Station Whidbey Island this is a great site for military and retired vets. They have RV sites as well, but I always use the tent sites."

    "A lovely paved waterfront trail on the bluff and then an amazing sandy beach. At low tide, you can walk all the way to Rocky Point and beyond outside of the base."

    8. North Whidbey RV Park

    7 Reviews
    Oak Harbor, WA
    7 miles
    Website
    +1 (360) 675-9597

    "We were leery of bringing our trailer onto the ferry for the first time, so we took the driving route via Deception Pass."

    "Nice grass around all the campsites, 50 Amp electricity, water and sewer. Picnic table at every site. Lovely location but it can be noisy due to proximity to road and navy jets."

    9. La Conner RV

    8 Reviews
    La Conner, WA
    9 miles
    Website
    +1 (360) 466-3558

    "Great campground this was hands down one of our favorite thousand trails in Washington you will enjoy this campground Great location great campground would go back"

    "I love thousand trails, we decided last minute to get out of the house and away for the weekend and spend some time outdoors."

    10. Washington Park Campground

    13 Reviews
    Anacortes, WA
    14 miles
    Website
    +1 (360) 293-1918

    $30 - $37 / night

    "Washington Park is a nice clean park with 3 loops. 1 loop for non hookups. Most of these sites are on the outside of the campground and provide good privacy."

    "Great medium size campground surrounded by saltwater, short trails, and grassy picnic areas. Great views of islands and sunsets. Boat launch with large paid parking area."

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Dog-Friendly Camping Reviews near Oak Harbor, WA

1311 Reviews of 175 Oak Harbor Campgrounds


  • Joshua D.
    Jun. 12, 2018

    Fort Ebey State Park Campground

    Wonderful Area!! Gorgeous Bluffs!

    Fort Ebey was such a beautiful experience! A beautiful sunset every night! Easy access to Deception Pass State Park as well as a quick drive down all of Whidbey Island. We loved our experience there so much it was the inspiration to the name of our old Westfalia -- Ebey. Less busy than Deception Pass but close enough you can still go. Close to Oak Harbor (just in case you forgot to pack something)

  • Sabine S.The Dyrt PRO User
    Nov. 12, 2021

    Deception Pass State Park Campground

    Great wildlife watching

    Two nights at Deception pass state park. Great wildlife, from porpoises and seals to eagles flying above.

    The Navy PBY museum in Oak Harbor is not to be missed.

  • MThe Dyrt PRO User
    Apr. 24, 2021

    Deception Pass State Park Campground

    Spectacular Beaches

    The views at Deception Pass are spectacular whether you are standing on the bridge above or down on the beaches. We saw seal and sea lions playing in the water close to shore. There were owls in the RV campsite. The only draw back that would make me think twice about booking this location again is the constant noise from the military planes running drills in oak harbor.

  • kristin S.The Dyrt PRO User
    May. 1, 2021

    North Whidbey RV Park

    Perfect Whidbey Location

    We spent 4 nights here as a jumping-off point to explore Whidbey Island and a day trip to visit Orcas Island. We were leery of bringing our trailer onto the ferry for the first time, so we took the driving route via Deception Pass. The location is fantastic for access To Oak Harbor, Anacortes and Deception Pass State Park. We spent the weekend here with my sister and her family who rented one of the cabins at the RV Park.

    The cabin was very simple, clean and had a well-stocked kitchen. They enjoyed their stay and it was a convenient way for all of us to spend more time together. We were in RV spot C-22 and it was quite a tight and unlevel location. The pavement on the grounds is not in great condition with lots of bumps and ditches, but we were able to finagle our trailer to a stable spot. Your neighbors are very close but the grounds are very quiet. The staff is immensely helpful and friendly. Our water spigot was leaking badly when we arrived and they had repaired it by the next morning.

    The grounds aren’t ideal but the location to exploring Whidbey is well worth it. You are steps from the entry of Deception Pass State Park to find tons of hiking but if you venture right (directionally) out of the driveway from the RV Park, you’ll find the Cornet Bay side of the state park that offers quieter, lesser crowded trails and a different view of the bridge. I spent my evenings running through this side of the park and it was lovely with lots of wildlife and nearly complete solitude. Also, make sure you get to Greenbank Farms for some local cheeses and Whidbey Pies because nothing says post-hike refuel like Loganberry pie.

  • 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.

  • Judy T.The Dyrt PRO User
    Dec. 3, 2020

    Fort Casey Campground

    A different experience

    We have camped here a number of times, usually during the winter months. It has been almost 3 years since we were here and a few changes have been made. You used to be able to snag one of the standard campsites (no hookups) by driving in, selecting one then paying. Now, they all all registration year round.

    There is some noise here from the Coupeville-Port Townsend ferry that docks here but it is only every 1.5 hours during the low season. We like to watch the ferries and they don’t make that much noise. But, this is near a major Naval Air Force base in Oak Harbor. Apparently a few new squadrons were brought in a few years ago. For over two hours, we were treated to intermittent but frequent LOUD jets flying close to the ground. We both had headaches and our dogs were upset.

    We have a pop up truck camper so, yes, of course, we can hear more noise. We do not have a TV so can’t drown it out. I am just hoping this was where they fly Wednesday. If you have a larger solid RV, you may not experience that loud dull roar. At least they don’t break the sound barrier.

    We paid $20 for site 6. This is a standard site, meaning no hookups. Full hook up sites are available for more. There are flush toilets and potable water. The only faucet operating currently is the pump spigot as others were shut off due to frost. Each site has a fire pit and picnic table. The sites are level with gravel surface. There is a grassy area for tents and to play games. There is no privacy but there are beaches to walk on and views of several Cascades peaks and the Olympic Range. This is a good spot to camp awaiting the ferry for the next day or you could walk on to explore Port Townsend which has a historical town center.

  • M
    Oct. 26, 2021

    The Cedars RV Resort

    Beautiful

    Everyone’s so nice, good dog park, pool, and friendly staff. Little mini mart on site.

  • w
    Oct. 20, 2021

    Burlington-Anacortes KOA

    Oversell on Amenities

    The campground itself is very clean, you can tell the owners take pride it in. The showers are warm, not as hot as I’d like but very very nice! The dog park is gravel, so that was a bummer. The hot tub, indoor pool, and and gym are closed for the season. Not sure how those are seasonal. Overall it’s clean and quiet.

  • Laura M.The Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 1, 2024

    Evergreen Coho SKP Park

    For Escapee members only

    Wonderful RV park for long term Escapee-ers or members just passing through. We stopped here for a night, arriving on the weekend with no prior reservations or contact with them. They make it easy for you to self register when they're closed on weekends, just go up to the office and take one of their welcome packets. 

    We stayed in a dry camp site for only $7.50, and paid $5 for the dump (dump is only for members as well). FHU sites are around $33 depending on in-season/off-season, but I don't know how we would have figured out which sites were available. There are so many activities and amenities here for the long termers (I believe it's a 55+ park), I couldn't even list them all. 

    Showers and laundry were clean and efficient. There's a dog park and a dog walking path (there are signs everywhere about not letting your dog pee or poo on their nice plants). Cell service was good and they have good wifi as well. This would definitely be a spot we'd stop at again when we're in the area next.


Guide to Oak Harbor

If you're looking for pet-friendly camping options near Oak Harbor, Washington, there are several great spots where you and your furry friends can enjoy the great outdoors together.

Dog-friendly activities while camping near Oak Harbor

Pet-friendly campgrounds include Deception Pass and Fort Flagler

Dog owners appreciate the amenities and cleanliness

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According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular dog-friendly campground near Oak Harbor, WA is Deception Pass State Park Campground with a 4.4-star rating from 111 reviews.

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