The Washington coastline between Ocean Shores and Grayland provides year-round camping options with consistently mild temperatures ranging from 40-70°F throughout the year. Coastal fog frequently appears during summer mornings, typically clearing by afternoon and providing natural cooling for beachside campers. Winter storms bring dramatic wave action from November through February, drawing storm watchers to oceanfront campsites.
What to Do
Beach walking and clamming: Pacific Beach State Park offers direct beach access via multiple trails from the campground. One visitor mentioned, "The beach was awesome. Just a short drive to Grayland where we set off fireworks for the 4th of July" at Twin Harbors State Park Campground.
Storm watching in winter months: Kalaloch Campground provides prime storm-watching locations during winter. A camper noted, "I prefer winter camping here because its less crowded, and the storms coming in from the Pacific are nothing less than awe inspiring."
Blackberry picking: Hoquiam River RV Park features seasonal wild blackberry patches along its nature trails. A reviewer mentioned, "The Forest was loaded with delicious plump berries" and "the little walking trails along the river were gorgeous."
Dune exploration: Grayland Beach State Park provides access to extensive dune systems. A visitor shared, "The dunes between the campground and the beach make for a nice walk and an awesome place to explore and for kids to play."
What Campers Like
Secluded beach access: At Tidelands Resort Campground, tent sites offer privacy and solitude. One camper noted, "Very secluded tent sites. Can be windy. Took my 35' trailer here recently."
Clean facilities: Hoquiam River RV Park maintains well-kept amenities. A visitor remarked, "The owner was very sweet and everything is very neat and clean. You can tell they take pride in it. Bathrooms are clean. Laundry facility works really well."
Yurt camping options: Several campgrounds near Ocean Shores offer yurt accommodations. At Grayland Beach State Park Campground, "Yurts are available near the dunes" according to one reviewer who appreciated these sturdy glamping options near Ocean Shores.
Summer fog conditions: Pacific Beach offers natural cooling during hot summer months. A visitor mentioned, "The beach was down a short trail and was gorgeous. The little walking trails were my favorite part and completely empty during our visit."
What You Should Know
Site spacing varies significantly: At Pacific Beach State Park, a visitor noted, "Whiltst camping right next to others is not my jam, the etiquette of fellow campers and proximity to the beach negates those feelings—but if isolation is what you're going for, this ain't the place."
Reservation requirements: Campgrounds fill completely during summer weekends. For Twin Harbors State Park, a visitor advised, "We tent camped at site 299 in mid-May. The campground was pretty full, but site 299 was the most secluded, so we got the most solitude here."
Insect considerations: Be prepared for mosquitoes in wooded areas. A camper at Twin Harbors mentioned, "The mosquitos were pretty bad, and werent deterred by our 'froo froo' spray, so do yourself a favor and take deet."
Weather variability: Even summer camping requires warm clothing. One visitor remarked, "Be prepared for cold and fog. Bonus if you get some sunny days."
Tips for Camping with Families
Yurt options for Ocean Shores family camping: The yurts at Pacific Beach State Park provide comfort for families with young children. A visitor mentioned, "Our dogs and two year old son had the time of their life. The state park employees and town locals were very friendly."
Beach activities: Grayland Beach State Park offers extensive beach activities for children. A reviewer noted, "Been comin to this park for years. Absolutely love the place... The dunes between the campground and the beach make for a nice walk and an awesome place for kids to play."
Family-friendly layout: Several campgrounds organize sites to create natural play areas. At Kalaloch Campground, a camper shared, "The group site at Kalaloch is amazing! It's no where near the rest of the campground. There is a gated road that leads you to your private site!"
Noise considerations: Family campgrounds can be lively. One visitor to Twin Harbors reported, "We unfortunately were surrounded by people with small children that ran around the campground climbing and shaking the trees, riding and falling off their bikes/scooters, screaming and crying."
Tips from RVers
Hookup accessibility: At Ocean Mist RV Resort, RV sites include full hookups with beach access. A camper noted, "We enjoy this park. Half of the park is west of a river that divides the park. The beach side butts up against some grassy dunes with a trail that leads directly to 'our' own almost private beach."
Site selection for privacy: At Twin Harbors State Park, a reviewer advised, "Even sitting at your picnic table feels like you're intruding in your neighbors. Fire pits are elevated grills at many sites. Additionally, we had to run to town because the water and power hookups are ridiculously far away."
Dump station locations: Pacific Beach State Park provides convenient dump facilities. A visitor noted, "Sites are spacious, clean and there are a multitude of various amenities including wifi. Beach is walkable and great to take in some views."
Site leveling: Most RV sites throughout the region are relatively level. At Grayland Beach State Park, an RVer commented, "Large, paved, level, private campsites. Walk through the dunes to the beach to put your feet in the ocean."
