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Campgrounds near Mill Creek in Snohomish County range from full hookup RV parks to waterfront sites and cabin accommodations, all within a 30-minute drive and well-suited as a basecamp for exploring the Seattle metropolitan area. Nearby developed campgrounds like Lake Pleasant RV Park in Bothell and North Sound Recreational Vehicle Park in Lynnwood provide full hookup sites with varying amenities. Several campgrounds in the area feature cabin accommodations, including Flowing Lake Park & Campground in Snohomish and Fay Bainbridge Park on Bainbridge Island, both offering year-round access with tent and RV sites.
Most campgrounds near Mill Creek require reservations, particularly during summer months when Seattle-area camping demand peaks. Many facilities offer both short-term and extended-stay options, with several parks accepting monthly reservations for those needing longer accommodations. Proximity to urban areas means most sites have good cellular coverage and nearby services, though this convenience comes with less privacy than more remote locations. Road access is generally well-maintained with paved entrances to most developed campgrounds. A camper noted, "There aren't many RV parks that are close to Seattle but this is the best option. Office staff is friendly, bathrooms are clean, laundry is cheap, and there are cute hiking paths surrounding the park."
Waterfront camping represents a common feature among higher-rated campgrounds in the region, with several properties situated around small lakes or ponds. Lake Pleasant RV Park receives consistently positive reviews for its well-maintained grounds and water features, with one visitor describing it as "a very pleasant and nice place to stay, quiet and set up around a pond." Urban proximity remains the primary advantage for Mill Creek area campgrounds, with multiple reviewers highlighting the blend of convenience and natural setting. The region includes several properties with walking trails, playgrounds, and wildlife viewing opportunities. Seasonal considerations include heavy rainfall during winter months and potential crowding during summer weekends when temperatures are most favorable for outdoor recreation.
Best Campgrounds near Mill Creek (251)
1. Lake Pleasant RV Park
"This is the nicest park with the best rates close to the Seattle area. It’s north of Lake Washington so you can skip bridge traffic and tolls. It has easy access to UW Bothell."
"The roadways are easy to navigate and lots of folks walk around the park roads."
from $62 - $750 / night
Check Availability2. Flowing Lake Park & Campground
"This is a nice campground with semi private sites, several of which are generous sized with walking trails, and trails to the lake. Lots of trees for privacy."
"Very close to several Walmarts and grocery stores."
3. Fay Bainbridge Park
"2, #3, #4 are IMO best after that as they move away from the beach and then curve around in ascending order.
Some neighbor noise, sites are close, but was not busy."
"Great spot on the edge of bainbridge. Lots of spots depending on your preferred privacy level."
from $7 - $95 / night
Check Availability4. Tolt MacDonald Park, WA
"The campground is next to a classy laundromat, and I say classy because it’s probably one of the nicest laundromats in the area that even has a dumpsite for RVs."
"The campground is in 500+ acre Tolt-McDonald Park, far enough away from any busy road so that there is no traffic noise, just the sound of the Tolt River rapids."
5. Evergreen State Fairgrounds
"It has water and 30 amp power at all spots with access to a dump station. You are limited to 7 nights per month. It's right next to the fairgrounds so you have all the sounds that come with that."
"Notable considerations, near racetrack ongoing races and trials usually quiets down early evening this time of year. Great place to go adventure for the day. A couple major stores to stock up on."
from $35 / night
Check Availability6. Silver Lake RV Park
"The proximity to the lake is very nice. The park is very well kept. This is a bit close to businesses, but still feels pretty sereen."
7. North Sound Recreational Vehicle Park
"I looked at all the RV/Trailer Parks close to Seattle. They were either over priced money traps, or crammed in so tight that there was no room to turn yourself around.
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"Located in Residential area with mostly full- time residents. Clean, safe, quiet. Staff was very friendly and helpful."
8. Woodlands at Lake Stickney
"The tent sites at Hearth Street Properties offer secluded spots near the water, with conveniences like restaurants nearby. Check them out and share some pics from your trip on the Dyrt!"
from $60 - $68 / night
Check Availability9. Paine Field Community Park
"A great clean safe place in the city and surrounded by trees and nature"
10. Thousand Trails Thunderbird
"This is a good campground just off Hyway 2 and on the river, some site are directly next to the river, however, we choose a site on the other side of the road due to the full hookup there."
Drive Time
- 21 min from Seattle, WA
- 38 min from Mount Vernon, WA
- 1 hr 2 min from Bellingham, WA
- 1 hr 19 min from Bremerton, WA
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Recent Reviews near Mill Creek, WA
1445 Reviews of 251 Mill Creek Campgrounds
Jeff A.
GuideRhododendron Campground
Thieves
Left for the evening for dinner got back and someone stole our stuff smart enough to not leave anything too valuable homeless living in area?
Aubrey M.
TravelerFR27 Landing
Open space, clearing for star link access, fits about 4 rigs, 3 firings
No water or amenities - close to road but quiet minimal traffic
Lee D.
LegendSun Outdoors Gig Harbor
An OK Sun Outddoors
General: 132-site RV park in beautiful Gig Harbor. The site layout is a bit wonky. Some are pull-through, some are back-in, some on concrete pads, and others (small tent sites) are just in a grassy area. Some have trees or foliage separating them while others have zero separation.
Site Quality: Varies. We had an electric and water site, located in a cul-de-sac near the tent sites. Our pad was shared by two sites. Fortunately, the site next to us was vacant. Completing the site is a picnic table. IMO the two best sites are 65 and 51.
Bath/Shower: Three stalls and three showers, and although they were clean, it was obvious they were not attended to during our two-night stay (I'm assuming there is a cleaning schedule, but it was not posted). Showers were a bit tight, but the water was warm.
Activities/Amenities: IMO, the nicest amenity this park offers is a small but nicely equipped exercise room. Other amenities include: a pet area (and dog wash), a well-equipped laundry room with an ironing board (but you do need to buy a special card), and a dump station (for an extra fee).
We appreciated a courtesy call the day of our arrival to let us know what to do if we arrived after the office was closed.
While not the fault of the RV park, it was located near the Gig Harbor Sportsman Club, and shots echoed throughout the park from the time we arrived at 5 pm until 8 pm, but fortunately only the first night. This was both annoying and disconcerting.
We opted not to pay the $35 “site-lock” fee. To me, this is a very annoying fee (and the reason for deducting a star), but fortunately we got the site we reserved. RV parks like this are expensive, and while they offer various amenities, they are not our favorite type of place to stay. Given the nature of our travels this summer, we will be staying in quite a few of them.
Karrah K.TravelerBoulder Creek Trail Dispersed
Private oasis off the road
I had the place to myself for 4 nights. It's not easy to get here as the road is full of potholes. Once you turn down this little "driveway" past an old open gate (didn't look like it had been closed in a long time - trust me I checked lol). Anyways you can fit many people, tents, probably campers too but you'll hit some brush or hanging branches - plenty of space to turn around though.
- Christina F.Guide
Deception Pass State Park Campground
Surprisingly secluded
HIGHLY recommend site 33 as it is secluded! Once in the site, I could not really see my neighbors. And this site was huge! I was in the Forest loop, which was lovely. Probably not for big trailers like 5th wheels or longer bumper pulls as the road through is very narrow and campsites are between big trees. It was perfect for my little 18 foot teardrop though. No playground. Good cell service. Here's the thing though, this is pretty much right next to NAS Whidbey so if jet noise bothers you, don't camp here. They were not doing night ops while we were there, but that doesn't mean it doesn't happen.
Sabriena E.TravelerTinkham Campground
Beautiful and secluded, but noisy
We had a great time and really enjoyed how secluded and spaced out many of the spots are. Having gone mid week, there were very few other campers, and it was lovely walking around the campground and strolling along a short 1 mile long trail to a mossy and wooded swamp. The temperature was great, had easy access to the river, and had plenty of shade and space at our site.
I will not that being so close to the highway does of course mean non-stop road noise, but I found it easy to tune out if I imagined the noise as a close by waterfall :)
Additionally the “potable water” consisted of one hand cranked pump that took quite a bit of work to get any water out of. Not to mention any water that did come what was rust stained and smelled of iron. That is truly my biggest grievance with this site. If I go again, I will be bringing extra fresh water. I should also note that the bathrooms were very dark, even during the day, and smelled pretty bad, but that’s to be expected from an out house.
Overall I would go again! It was gorgeous and any noise was easily made up for by the trees and moss and isolated sites ❤️
- LLindsay C.Traveler
Dash Point State Park Campground
Perfect for those new to camping
We took our 5 & 6 year olds on their first camping trip. We spent 4 days, 3 nights and all had a great time. We were in a tent site. The only reason I didn’t give it 5 stars is that some of the sites are quite small or very close to the neighboring spots. Our site was wonderful. We loved that it’s so close to the beach and trails for hiking. Best of both worlds.
Kelly H.ScoutKayak Point County Park
Campground review
Had everything for camping especially a quick walk to the water!
Guide to Mill Creek
Mill Creek camping options include well-maintained sites that range from urban RV parks to natural lake settings within a 30-mile radius. Campgrounds in the area typically receive 35-45 inches of rainfall annually, with summers staying relatively dry. Several locations maintain year-round operations, particularly cabin facilities that provide shelter during wet winter months.
What to do
Hiking trails: 3-mile loops at Camano Island State Park provide scenic waterfront views without demanding terrain. A camper noted, "Around the perimeter of the park are short hiking trails through the trees — somewhat steep gravel trails that give you an added level of workout over laps around the park."
Fishing access: Year-round opportunities for catching various fish species at the local lakes. The Snoqualmie River at Tolt MacDonald Park offers "great spot for steelhead + salmon fishing. We've fished steelhead and pinks out of the snoqualmie river in the past."
Beachcombing: Extensive shorelines available for exploration at waterfront locations. "Camano Island State Park has a beach, camp sites and a hiking trail... This is a great place to walk on the beach or let your dog go for a swim."
What campers like
Privacy between sites: Some campgrounds offer natural separation between camping spaces. At Lake Pleasant RV Park, "the trees between spots offered a really nice level of privacy" while another visitor mentions "Great privacy hedges between spots."
Urban convenience: Most camping options maintain close proximity to urban amenities while feeling removed. One camper stated, "We stayed at this park on a trip to Seattle. It was only about 30 minutes to downtown, but almost felt like you were out in the country."
Wildlife viewing: Multiple locations host resident animals. "Lots of geese, ducks, and bunnies are around the property" at Lake Pleasant RV Park, while others mention waterfowl viewing opportunities from several lakeside campsites.
What you should know
Seasonal variations: Limited winter availability outside of cabins and yurts. At Flowing Lake Park & Campground, "Reserve ahead very popular especially during the summer. Flushing toilets and showers. Lake access with boat launch and fishing dock... Fall camping here is beautiful."
Site dimensions: Many RV spots accommodate different vehicle sizes. According to a recent visitor, "Most RV spots are wide enough for 2 vehicles, except pull through spots which are pretty long. We had no problem navigating the roads with our truck and 17' Micro Minnie trailer."
Shower facilities: Availability varies between locations, with some requiring tokens. One camper mentioned, "Has water electric and token showers. No dump spot!"
Tips for camping with families
Playground access: Multiple options for children's entertainment at Fay Bainbridge Park. "Amazing kids area pirate ship. Great beach walk and good camp sites" with another reviewer adding "It is nestled back through an area of homes that back up to sites 1-8."
Beach safety: Rocky shorelines predominate waterfront areas rather than sandy beaches. "The swimming area is also just rock and mud. A few loads of sand would make it infinitely better," notes a visitor to Flowing Lake Park.
Cabin availability: Year-round options for families seeking shelter. "My Questival team stayed at Flowing Lake in cabins in October, and we loved it! Cabin was clean and warm despite chilly weather!"
Tips from RVers
Extended stay options: Multiple locations permit longer visits. "This is the nicest park with the best rates close to the Seattle area... I lived here in off season when I was attending university," says one camper about Lake Pleasant RV Park.
Hookup configurations: Water and electric hookups available at most sites. At Evergreen State Fairgrounds, "It has water and 30 amp power at all spots with access to a dump station... The power pedestals is set up for 2 rv's per pole so it might be on the wrong side so you need to run an extra cord or hose."
Noise considerations: Urban proximity means ambient sounds at many sites. One reviewer warns, "Unless you're going to the fairgrounds, this'll probably be torture. The racetrack here is non stop noise when they're racing."
Frequently Asked Questions
What camping is available near Mill Creek, WA?
What camping is available near Mill Creek, WA?
According to TheDyrt.com, Mill Creek, WA offers a wide range of camping options, with 251 campgrounds and RV parks near Mill Creek, WA and 18 free dispersed camping spots.
Which is the most popular campground near Mill Creek, WA?
Which is the most popular campground near Mill Creek, WA?
According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Mill Creek, WA is Lake Pleasant RV Park with a 4.3-star rating from 16 reviews.
Where can I find free dispersed camping near Mill Creek, WA?
Where can I find free dispersed camping near Mill Creek, WA?
According to TheDyrt.com, there are 18 free dispersed camping spots near Mill Creek, WA.
What parks are near Mill Creek, WA?
What parks are near Mill Creek, WA?
According to TheDyrt.com, there are 10 parks near Mill Creek, WA that allow camping, notably Keystone Harbor and Mt. Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest.
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