Top Tent Camping near Ocean Shores, WA
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Best Tent Sites Near Ocean Shores, WA (24)
1. Willaby Campground
22 Reviews•72 Photos•475 SavesOverview
With all campsites located near the shoreline of glacially carved Lake Quinault, visitors are sure to enjoy the beautiful shoreline and interpretive opportunities in the area. From old-growth trees in the surrounding rain forest to excellent fishing, Willaby Campground's location is ideal for outdoor enthusiasts.
Recreation
The forest features 10 miles of hiking trails and many waterfalls within walking distance of the campground. Lake Quinault is part of the Quinault Indian Nation As such,You must have a fishing permit and or boat permit through the Quinault Indian Nation. Both may be purchased through local merchants. Lake Quinault Lodge offers boat and kayak rentals as well as a number of interpretive tours.
Natural Features
The forested slopes of Olympic National Park provide a scenic backdrop across Lake Quinault. Towering conifers including Sitka spruce, Douglas-fir, western hemlock and western red cedar provide dense shade for this beautiful setting. The forest floor is covered with lush rain forest plants including moss, ferns, false lily-of-the-valley and oxalis.
Nearby Attractions
Nearby, Lake Quinault Lodge offers a restaurant and gift shop. Short trails in the area include the Big Spruce Tree Trail, Forest Service Nature Trail, Kestner Homestead Trail and the Maple Glade Trail. Explore the ocean beaches close-by as well as the National Fish Hatchery. For a more adventuresome day, drive up the valley to hike along the rivers or climb the 4,200 ft. Colonel Bob Peak for expansive views of the mountains and valleys on a clear day.
Contact Info
For facility specific information, please call (360) 288-2525.
Charges & Cancellations
Reserved sites must be occupied within 24 hours or the site will be forfetied for remainder of reservation.
- Pets
- Fires
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- Tents
- Standard (Tent/RV)
$25 / night
2. Western Horizon Ocean Shores
1 Review•6 Photos•23 Saves- Fires
- Phone Service
- Tents
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Picnic Table
3. Road to Snag Lake - Dispersed
8 Reviews•27 Photos•291 SavesUnless otherwise posted, you can stay 10 days in a 30-day period at any of DNR's campsites. During your stay, please practice leave no trace principles and pack out what you pack in. Dispersed camping, camping outside of our designated campgrounds, is allowed in some of our forests. Dispersed camping is not allowed at day-use sites. Toilets, picnic tables, trash cans, drinking water, and fire pits are not available in the backcountry. Please follow Leave No Trace principles and pack out everything you pack in. Dispersed fires are prohibited.
- Phone Service
- RVs
- Tents
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Dispersed
4. Graves Creek Campground
13 Reviews•56 Photos•291 SavesLocated in the Quinault Rain Forest, relax near a serene stream at Graves Creek Campground.
- Fires
- ADA Access
- Tents
- Group
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Picnic Table
$20 / night
5. Gatton Creek Campground
4 Reviews•11 Photos•66 SavesGatton Creek Campground is located on the south shore of Lake Quinault next to Gatton Creek, a small rainforest stream. Campsites and the picnic units are located along the shore of the lake with views across the__water to the forested slopes of Olympic National Park.The area provides opportunities to swim and use non motorized boats nearby.__There are 5 walk-in campsites that accommodate tents. There are also 3 picnic units. Nearest boat ramps are located at Willaby and Falls Creek Campgrounds.Access__Gatton Creek Trail #888 from the trailhead across from the campground along South Shore Road.
- Phone Service
- Tents
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Market
- Trash
- Drinking Water
6. Chetwoot Campground
2 Reviews•11 Photos•61 SavesThe entrance to this campground is through Coho campground, which is closed during off-season. There is a gate that closes off the entrance.
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7. Dispersed South Shore Road
2 Reviews•7 Photos•434 SavesDispersed camping is the term used for camping outside of a developed campground. If you enjoy selecting your own campsite, providing your own amenities, creating your own experience, and camping for FREE, then dispersed camping is for you!
Campsite
Choose a campsite screened from roads and trails, and at least 200 feet from water Use a campsite that’s already been established, if possible. If you choose a new site, return the site to its natural condition when you leave Pets
Your animal friends are welcome to accompany you on your dispersed camping adventure! Fires
Only burn wood that is already dead and down Always make sure your fire is DEAD OUT and cold to the touch before you leave it Campfires are allowed below 3,500 feet when not otherwise prohibited by fire restrictions Trash
Store your food & trash properly to keep bears and other wildlife out of your camp Whatever you pack in, PACK IT OUT! Human Waste
Bury your poo & paper at least 6” deep and at least 200 feet away from any water source
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- Fires
- Tents
- Dispersed
- Trash
- Firewood Available
8. Upper Clearwater
5 Reviews•16 Photos•140 Saves- Pets
- Fires
- Tents
- Group
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Dispersed
10. Satsop Center Campground
1 Review•12 SavesSatsop Center Campground is located just southeast of Wynoochee Lake. Evergreen conifers and hardwoods provide a beautiful wooded setting at this historic Forest Service work center. This campground is an ideal location for group gatherings and camping. Nearby Wynoochee Lake provides opportunities for hiking along Wynoochee Lake Shore Trail #878, boating on the lake, and day use opportunities at Wynoochee Dam and Coho Campground at the lakeshore. There are no commercial services available at Wynoochee Lake. The water is very cold so be prepared. Other nearby hiking opportunities include Spoon Creek Falls, Maidenhair Falls and Church Creek Trail #871. Available campsites & amenities : 8 RV sites, 1 large group site, and 4 tent sites. Potable water, showers and toilets are available, as well as WiFi.
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Recent Tent Reviews In Ocean Shores
671 Reviews of 24 Ocean Shores Campgrounds
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Tricia O.
Traveler
Cape Disappointment State Park
Expensive
Unless you manage to get one of the nice spots, you’re essentially paying a premium to park on grass with no privacy. It’s a beautiful area: but pick your site wisely.
- AAriel W.
Scout
Bruceport County Park
Nice Spot
Nice little spot. Free hot showers. $20 for a tent site. Some of the tent sites to choose from were really small or not level but we got lucky with what we thought was the best site (B-10)
- AAriel W.Scout
Hwy 101 - Near South Beach Campground
No campsites
Drove about 1 mile down the road and it was closed off. A couple of pull offs that were super muddy so didn’t bother. South Beach Campground just down the road is also closed.
Abrianna M.Traveler
South Beach Campground
Very enjoyable
Such a beautiful view, hard to beat! clean bathrooms and everyone was very friendly. Lots of little trails straight to the beach. Great place to watch the sunset and have a quiet campfire
Samuel H.
Guide
Fall Creek Campground
Neat Spot
You are supposed to have a Washington State Discovery pass to stay here, also they want you to fill out self registration once you arrive, fyi there are no pens onsite to do so.
This was a nice spot to stay the night, clean, nice picnic tables and fire pits, one pit toilet.
Laura M.
LegendSouth Beach Campground
Nice if you get a front row spot
This campground is part of the Olympic National Park, it’s FCFS only, and very bare bones. There are flush toilets, but no sinks or showers or water spigots- don’t forget to bring your own water!
It’s $20/night, and you pay when you arrive after you select a site. You pay either via a QR code with PayPal or a credit card(if you have cell reception), or fill out your credit card information on a slip that you drop in a deposit box. No cash and no checks accepted. No campfires allowed at this time. The ATT phone had decent reception, the Verizon phone was very weak and basically unusable.
There is a row of sites along the edge that are the primo sites- full ocean view. Everyone else can make do with the ocean views they get from in between all the other campers. The waves are calm and steady all night, very relaxing and nice for drowning out generator sounds. There are trash bins but no recycling bins. Each site is attached to a numbered picnic table. If there’s no free picnic table then it’s not a site (we were confused by this big open area that would have easily fit us, but it wasn’t actually a site. Look for the picnic table).
There is a host on site. There are trails down to the beach, after climbing over driftwood and rocks, but otherwise no trails or hiking or anything else to do directly from the campground. We stayed one night.
- TTitti R.Scout
Schafer State Park
Great little place by the river
Just about 10 miles north of highway 12 near Elma. Got a great site right by the river. Nice toilets & showers (in old building so was pleasantly surprised!) wifi by information center, cell coverage limited (1 bar t-mobile with Weboost)
James B.
Ranger
Coho Campground
4 Day stay
Came to stay 4 nights and camp with family.
Sites are nicely sized but any rig over 25foot would have trouble getting into. Absolutely no cell service. In Site 25 we had enough of an opening to get Starlink to work ok. In the reserved loops bathrooms are flush toilets and kept clean. Forest is thick There is a dump site which says it costs $5. Potable water throughout.
Matthew Y.Scout
Snag Lake Campground
Terrible campground
I pulled up and it looked abandoned and unsafe—something from a horror movie. The bathroom literally had trash dumped out in front and the some of the campsites were unkept. It's trek to get back there for such disappointment. Left as soon as I could, ended up sleeping at a rest area.
Sue O.Traveler
Travel Inn Resort
Guide
Travel Inn RV Resort offers a welcoming and convenient option for travelers seeking a comfortable stay. Located in a serene environment, this resort provides essential amenities such as full hookups, clean restrooms, and recreational facilities. Whether you're looking for a short getaway or an extended stay, Travel Inn RV Resort ensures a pleasant experience with its friendly staff and well-maintained grounds. For those planning a trip and needing to sort out documentation like an NBI clearance, it's essential to schedule an NBI online appointment for renewal for clearance in advance to avoid any last-minute hassles. By doing so, travelers can focus on enjoying their stay at the resort, knowing their paperwork is in order.
Zarek A.Guide
Queets Campground
Cute and fun
Wonderful spot to wake up next to a river. Need to be mindful of other campers in the area. Met a friendly dog. Looks like an ok place to float down the river 😉
Dolan G.Scout
Twin Harbors State Park
Meh
The layout of this campground packs sites too close together. It feels more like tailgating in a parking lot than camping. Other than that, this park is pretty great. It's a very short walk to the beach and a stone's throw from Westport. It's even got some decent trails for hiking around a bit. The bathrooms are pretty standard fare for state Park bathrooms, however, the free showers were a great plus.
- Jamie J.Traveler
JB's RV Park
Fabulous location!
Right up next to the shores! Nice little private tent spots. Free cold shower. Friendly camp hosts and staff.
Tyler C.GuideHwy 101 - Near South Beach Campground
Watch where you are.
The coordinates for this location takes you into a road that is within the National Park. There is “No free camping” in the national park. Across the road you’ll find the South Beach Camping. This is a FCFS open campground provided by NPS. It’s $20/night or $10/night if you have a reciprocal pass.
There’s toilets and a great ocean view and beach access. If you choose to park down the access road, you could potentially be ticketed. I did choose to stay 1 night at the campground. Pretty crowded by RV’s but was okay for a single night.
Mary S.Traveler
Road to Snag Lake - Dispersed
Nice view, bumpy drive!
This spot was great for a night! Super quiet. There was some trash around the site and the road, so I picked up as much as I could. The view was misted over but beautiful anyway- however, in my little Nissan Versa, I struggled on the roads up and down. I eventually kept it around 5-10mph to avoid damaging my car, but I got there just fine and had no issues at the campsite. I've got T-Mobile and had full bars.
Becky H.Scout
Pacific Dunes Resort
Super great hosts and wonderful stay near the beach!
James and Jordyn were so helpful and accommodating to any need that arose. The nearness of the trail to the beautiful beach was a huge plus. Super relaxing ...hope to return soon!
- JJen M.Guide
Pacific Beach Resort and Conference Center (Military Camping Only)
Who doesn't love the ocean?
It's basically on the beach, the staff is great, and the price is fantastic!
- JJette M.Traveler
Fishermans Cove RV Park
Wrong RV location review above me
This is not Curlew Lake in Eastern Wa. This is Ilwaco near the Columbia River in the SW corner of Wa. We came to this campground by the lovely pictures of a large lake, nice camping sites etc. The Pro's: easy check-in Walking distance to the town and Marina. Close to Cape Disappointment State Park There is a laundromat. Cons: this is a fisherman's park. The sites are close together. No picnic tables at our sites. $59 is too expensive. Bad advise from the previous reviewer!!!
- Danielle S.Guide
FS-2292 Dispersed
Epic views
Very far off the beaten path, every time I camp here I don’t run into anyone. You’re camping on the Ridgeline so it can be a bit windy. East of the campsite there is a walking trail that takes you to an overlook, perfect for watching the sunrise.
Kaitlin B.TravelerRoad to Snag Lake - Dispersed
Views
Excellent dispersed site next to electronic towers.
- CCrystal H.Traveler
Kalaloch Campground - group — Olympic National Park
Beautiful sites and beach
This campground was in the perfect location. There are sites on the Bluffs or in the forest, but either way it's a short walk to the beach. Many sites were pretty small. We had 2 large tents and that was tight, but one large tent would be fine.
Darrin R.Traveler
Falls Creek Campground
CLOSED as of July 2-4
Some sort of tree fell so there is tribal involvement I guess? Gatten Creek open but tiny. The campground west of this one was also closed. We ended up paying a ton of money for Rain Forest campground :| Call the lodge or something to find out if it's open yet before you go.
- SSeanTraveler
Kalaloch Campground - group — Olympic National Park
Reservations!
A friend told us it was first come first served. Learned our lesson, make a reservation Get sites away from the road. It's noisy.
Clément S.Guide
Hoquiam River RV Park
Nice place to stay
Nice campground by to the river and close to Olympic
- Andrew A.Scout
Pacific Holiday RV Resort
Its nice, quiet. I just wish there was more trees and more private campsites.
Clean bathrooms and showers Heated pool is nice Wonderful trail to the beach Friendly staff
Mar Z.Scout
Rock Candy Mountain Trailhead
Perfect woodsy rest stop off highway
Right off the highway. Pit toilet and wooded areas. Can still hear highway from this exact GPS location, so I went further on up the road for a quieter spot. A few trucks did speed by in the middle of the night, but it was a Saturday and July 4th weekend. 5 bars of cell service.
Jeffrey Y.Scout
Thousand Trails Long Beach
Nice campground with beach access
The location is perfect, with an easy walk to the beach, making it ideal for those who love the ocean.
The campground offers a variety of amenities, including a pool and hot tub, which are perfect for relaxing after a day of activities. For pet owners, there's a convenient dog park where dogs can run and play.
The RV sites nice, but not very spacious. It is super nice that full hook-ups are standard. Tent sites are also available and offer a comfortable camping experience.
Guide to Ocean Shores
Camping near Ocean Shores, Washington, offers a great mix of beach fun and forest adventures. With several campgrounds to choose from, you can find the perfect spot to relax and enjoy nature.
What to do:
- Beach Access: Many campgrounds are just a short walk from the beach. At Ocean City State Park Campground, one camper noted, "Quite the walk to the beach is long but so worth it." Enjoy beachcombing, kite flying, and even clamming during the season.
- Hiking Trails: Explore the nearby trails. A visitor at Willaby Campground mentioned, "The views and proximity to several hikes made our two-night stay perfect." The lush surroundings make for great hiking experiences.
- Fishing: If you enjoy fishing, Falls Creek Campground is near some great spots. One reviewer shared, "Sites right on the riverside. Water was high enough to do some laps on a whitewater kayak."
What campers like:
- Clean Facilities: Campers appreciate well-maintained restrooms and showers. A visitor at Grayland Beach State Park Campground said, "The park was beautiful and well maintained, the facilities were clean."
- Secluded Sites: Many campgrounds offer privacy. One camper at Lake Sylvia State Park Campground remarked, "Sites were super clean and hidden away from your neighbors."
- Friendly Staff: Campers often mention helpful staff. A review for Bay Center-Willapa Bay KOA noted, "We were greeted by Karen who was so nice and helpful."
What you should know:
- Crowded on Weekends: Some campgrounds can get busy, especially on weekends. A visitor at Twin Harbors State Park Campground mentioned, "It can get a little crowded on the weekends."
- Limited Privacy: Some sites are close together. A camper at Pacific Beach State Park Campground said, "Sites are very close together with no privacy BUT the Pacific Ocean being literally right there makes up for it!"
- Reservation System: It's wise to book ahead, especially during peak season. A camper at Grayland Beach State Park Campground noted, "The reservation system seems out of date."
Tips for camping with families:
- Choose Family-Friendly Campgrounds: Look for campgrounds with amenities for kids. A parent at Ocean City State Park Campground shared, "They enjoyed the somewhat quiet area."
- Plan for Activities: Bring games and beach toys. A camper at Pacific Beach State Park Campground mentioned, "Miles of beach combing, kite flying."
- Pack Snacks: Keep snacks handy for the kids. A visitor at Hoquiam River RV Park said, "The owner was very sweet and everything is very neat and clean."
Tips from RVers:
- Check Hookup Availability: Make sure your campground has the right hookups. A camper at Lake Sylvia State Park Campground noted, "Only 4 sites with power and water."
- Be Mindful of Space: Some RV sites can be tight. A visitor at Twin Harbors State Park Campground mentioned, "The layout of this campground packs sites too close together."
- Bring Extra Supplies: Stock up on essentials before arriving. A camper at Falls Creek Campground advised, "The campground has bathrooms with flush toilets and cold water sinks."
Camping near Ocean Shores, Washington, is a fantastic way to enjoy the great outdoors. With beautiful beaches, friendly campgrounds, and plenty of activities, it’s a great spot for families and RVers alike.
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