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Stayed Sept 28 to 30th 2026. Nice park, hot showers, clean bathrooms, enjoyed our stay
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Pacific Beach, Washington features a range of oceanfront camping options where the Olympic Peninsula meets the Pacific Ocean. Pacific Beach State Park Campground stands as the area's premier destination, offering year-round camping directly on the beach with unobstructed ocean views. Within a 30-minute drive, additional options include private RV resorts in Copalis Beach and Ocean Shores, plus the military-only Pacific Beach Resort and Conference Center. Accommodations range from basic tent sites to full-hookup RV spots, yurts, and cabins. Most campgrounds provide direct beach access or are within walking distance of the shoreline, allowing campers to experience the Washington coast's expansive sandy beaches.
Weather conditions significantly impact the camping experience along this stretch of coastline. As one camper noted, "The wind is a constant and no water hookups but water available. No trees as it's right on the ocean." Winter camping requires preparation for cold, wet conditions, though many sites offer electrical hookups for heaters. Summer brings milder temperatures but still features frequent coastal fog and wind. Reservations are essential during peak season (June through September) and holiday weekends, with many campgrounds booking up to six months in advance. Cell service is limited throughout the area, particularly at beachfront locations. The Washington Discover Pass ($30 annually) is required at state parks and some nearby public lands.
Beachfront access represents the defining feature of Pacific Beach camping, with visitors consistently praising the proximity to the ocean. "Right on the ocean at Pacific Beach, this campground is small, but so close to the water. The sand is wonderful & the views are magnificent," reports one reviewer. Most oceanfront sites lack trees and natural windbreaks, creating an open camping experience with panoramic views but little privacy between sites. Popular activities include beachcombing, kite flying, and seasonal razor clamming. Several campgrounds provide outdoor showers for rinsing off sand. Highway noise affects some inland campgrounds, so requesting sites away from main roads is advisable. The small town of Pacific Beach offers basic services including a coffee shop, tavern, and small market, with more extensive shopping available in Ocean Shores.
Best Campgrounds near Pacific Beach (167)
1. Pacific Beach State Park Campground
"Our Trip down the coast ended at Pacific Beach Washington, camp or rent a cottage and walk off deck to your own private ocean front spot!!"
"We’ve been coming to pacific beach for years but this was our first time camping. It was nice to be right in the ocean. The wind is a constant and no water hookups but water available."
from $23 - $77 / night
Check Availability2. Ocean City State Park Campground
"We were only here for one night, but it was a very nice campground that is steps away from the ocean. All of the facilities were clean and everything seemed to be well taken care of."
"Found a nice grassy site away from others on the loop 3. Our site was a few places away from the bathroom. Further down the road was the access to the beach."
from $23 - $114 / night
Check Availability3. Kalaloch Campground - group — Olympic National Park
"Proximity to the beach makes this a necessary stop while exploring the Washington coast."
"Nestled between the highway and the ocean, this park is five stars for location, but three stars for the disparity in sites and limited bathroom facilities."
from $24 - $48 / night
Check Availability4. Thousand Trails Oceana
"This is a very small Thousand Trails campground, but the pathway to the ocean definitely makes up for its size."
"Apparently this campground floods as it is below sea level we went at the time of year that was completely dry stayed 21 days and really had a blast our campsite was right near the beach We walked to the"
5. Pacific Beach Resort and Conference Center (Military Camping Only)
"Pacific Beach RV Resort& Conference Center is a fantastic military‑affiliated campground along the Washington coast."
"Close to beach you can drive on. Town around it is a dump as well as the pacific beach RV park. We stayed 3 nights and used it as a hub to explore ONP, the beaches, and Seabrooke."
from $25 / night
Check Availability6. Copalis Beach RV Resort
"Easy access to the beach (trail is at the edge of the property). Just watch where the put you. They put me head in along a fence with a trailer."
"This place is truly amazing- it’s best feature is proximity to the beach. A 5 minute walk to a relatively private beach. Compared to ocean shores this place was quite and more private."
7. Pacific Beach State Park Campground
"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."
"I was delighted to find that this is one of a handful of Washington state parks that has free wifi and it worked pretty well!"
8. The Driftwood RV Resort and Campground
"There isn't beach access, but there is access to Copalis River which apparently you can boat/float to the beach. The sunset from the river access was stunning."
"Also, you can access beach from “Drive-on” beach access ablut 6 minutes north of camp, it is just after the Iron Springs Resort."
9. Pacific Dunes Resort
"Nice wooden privacy fence behind all the rv sites. Picnic table and firepit with movable grill on it. Propane grill next to sand play area. Wifi was good. NO Cell reception for T-Mobile or Verizon."
"The nearness of the trail to the beautiful beach was a huge plus. Super relaxing ...hope to return soon!"
from $35 - $80 / night
Check Availability10. Ocean Breeze RV Resort - KM Resorts
"We found tons of wild blackberry bushes near our site."
"We enjoyed the access to so many beaches and of course did some Ocean Shores tourism."
Drive Time
- 1 hr 25 min from Olympia, WA
- 2 hrs 11 min from Bremerton, WA
- 2 hrs 18 min from Longview, WA
- 2 hrs 20 min from Seattle, WA
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Recent Reviews near Pacific Beach, WA
949 Reviews of 167 Pacific Beach Campgrounds
Kate K.
ScoutKalaloch Campground - group — Olympic National Park
Beachfront sites are directly overlooking the ocean, though they are few and difficult to get. But the rest of the sites and beautiful too, nestled in the forest. No hookups.
- TTamatha B.
TravelerBogachiel State Park Campground
Beautiful State Campground
This campground is very close to Forks. Great for Twilight fans. The sites have a picnic table and a fire pit. There are restrooms and campsites vary by camper type. tent, RV hiker/biker sites.
- LLori R.
RangerBush Pioneer County Park
Quiet camping by the Bay
Lovely little spot right by Willapa Bay. The campground has 12 sites suitable for tenting, campervans, or small tent trailers. The spots aren’t really designed for trailers, most are a bit uneven, but we were still able to make it work with a camper-van. Sites along the outer edge offer more privacy; the ones in the middle feel a bit more exposed. There’s a nice path down to a small beach area—just check the tide schedule, as high tide can affect access. It’s $20 per night and includes toilets and showers. A large open field nearby is perfect for badminton, basketball, baseball, or soccer, making it a great option for families. When we stayed, there were only three other campers, so it felt quiet and uncrowded.
- SSheri K.Guide
JB's RV Park
Don't waste your money or time!
I don't know if there's enough room to tell you how bad this place was. When I made the reservation, they did not give me a site number, and email as a receipt for the down payment of one night, which was 65 per night. On the day of arrival I attempted to call several times during the day and got no answer, and no voicemail. When we finally arrived, the young woman in the office told me I was in site number five, had me scan my card for the second night and basically dismissed me. There was no paperwork to explain anything about the park. I then went to space number five. There is not a level site in this entire park. It is all grassy, and only spaces one through five were minimally mowed. The weeds throughout the park were at least 18 to 20 in tall. In the first row of the RV Park there are several permanent resident trailers. None of them are maintained well if at all. NOW, let me tell you about the shower house... hopefully there will be room for pictures. The path that led from the main gravel road to the shower house is covered with weeds at least knee-high to me. There is no clear path whatsoever, there is trash in these overgrown weeds, and when you get to the 'opening' you realize that there is no door. So you walk through this opening to where there should be a door to the inside room, but there is not. There is a wooden ramp that allows you not to have to step up about a foot, but when you are on your way out that ramp has about a 2-inch warp to it, which poses a very bad trip hazard. You can see by the paint on the wall where a sink should be, but there is none. There are two toilet stalls, each is 'finished' with rough plywood. There are no lights inside the stalls so it is very dark. Then there is the single shower stall, that had tons of dead bugs and dirt on the floor and walls. The shower curtain felt slimy when I just pulled it open. Did I forget to mention the metal folding chair sitting in front of the shower? It was completely rusted! Like anyone was going to use that!? It was quite clear to me that no one working or owning this park cares enough to do any maintenance or cleaning.
- JJes A.Traveler
Kalaloch Campground - group — Olympic National Park
Convenient location
Located right off Hwy 101, it’s a very convenient location for the south side of Olympic National Park. Has stairs down to the beach and 4 campground loops. Site D9 is right near the bathrooms (also dumpsters) but pretty level. We came on the shoulder season when its first-come, first-served spots but didn’t have any issues finding a spot.
- Kimberly T.Scout
Bush Pioneer County Park
Quiet
Very nice quiet small local campground. Easy walk to Wallipa Bay.
Ronica S.TravelerPacific Beach Resort and Conference Center (Military Camping Only)
Pacific Beach RV Resort & Conference Center (Military Affiliated Only)
Pacific Beach RV Resort& Conference Center is a fantastic military‑affiliated campground along the Washington coast. You’ll need a military ID to stay here, but Pacific Beach State Park is nearby if you don’t have access.
I spent a long weekend in site 34, a paved and level back‑in spot. The first part of my stay was stormy—heavy rain and wind made setup tough—but once the weather cleared, the campground felt calm and relaxing. My neighbor in site 35 had some water pooling near their rig, but it didn’t seem to bother them. Connectivity was hit‑or‑miss. My Verizon 5G and Winegard 5G(Verizon) only had one bar, and service dropped often. Thankfully, Navy Gateway’s WiFi filled the gap and worked reliably.
The campground offers water and electric hookups, with a dump station available for departure. Also available were laundry facilities and bath/showers, but I did not use. The tall bushes block ocean views from the sites, but the gazebo offers a beautiful sunset lookout. The beach is an easy walk away. I didn’t go clamming, but plenty of campers were out digging and beachcombing. I found several sand dollars to take home for crafting.
When the sun came out, I drove to Lake Quinault and hiked the Quinault Loop Trail, an easy and scenic 4.6‑mile loop through lush forest. I also visited the World’s Largest Sitka Spruce Tree. I didn’t eat at the Quinault Lodge this trip, but I’ve enjoyed meals there before. A peaceful coastal base with great access to both the beach and the Quinault rainforest.
Highly recommend and would definitely return.
- JJ M.Traveler
Porter Creek
Perfect beginner and family spot
I went here with my fiance in September. Went on a Friday and there was only 1 other group. Theres about 16 sites from what I saw. Its free as well but first come first served. Getting to it is pretty easy and straight forward aswell, heads up the road turns to gravel and it can get narrow. Most of the sites are along the creek which was very beautiful. Theres also 2 trails in walking distance aswell. Most sites also have a table, and metal fab firepit. Theres also a few out houses for restrooms.
Guide to Pacific Beach
Camping sites near Pacific Beach, Washington occupy the coastal edge of the Olympic Peninsula where few trees provide natural windbreaks at oceanfront locations. Average rainfall exceeds 70 inches annually, creating wet camping conditions from October through April. Cell service remains unreliable throughout the area, with the strongest signals found in the town of Pacific Beach rather than at beachfront campgrounds.
What to do
Razor clamming: seasonal harvests: During designated seasons, Pacific Beach offers prime razor clamming opportunities. At Pacific Beach State Park Campground, campers report excellent clam hunting. "We have stayed here a couple of times for getting fresh air (smoke escape) and for great Razor Clam hunting... Oh and possible Green Flash with colorful sunsets," notes one visitor.
Beach kite flying: windy conditions ideal: The constant coastal winds create perfect conditions for kite enthusiasts. At Thousand Trails Oceana, campers enjoy the windy atmosphere. "Most campers leave dogs off leash to go play, as during peak season driving on the beach there is prohibited. When the weather is nice and wind is blowing, the campground comes alive with kites, windsocks and other wind related decorations being flown from most campsites."
Olympic National Park day trips: 45-minute drive: Many campers use Pacific Beach as a base for exploring the Quinault Rainforest section of Olympic National Park. From Ocean Breeze RV Resort, "Only 45 minutes to Quinault Rainforest" makes this a convenient option for those seeking to combine coastal camping with rainforest exploration.
What campers like
Ocean proximity: Camping directly next to the Pacific draws many visitors to the area. At Kalaloch Campground, families appreciate the easy beach access. "Loved this place, right on the beach. My children thought they had been brought to a new land. By far one of the best campgrounds we have ever been to," shares one reviewer.
Winter storm watching: Unlike many coastal destinations, some Pacific Beach campgrounds remain open year-round, allowing for dramatic storm viewing. "I prefer winter camping here because its less crowded, and the storms coming in from the Pacific are nothing less than awe inspiring," notes a Kalaloch camper.
Dog-friendly beaches: Most beaches in the area permit off-leash dogs, creating a popular destination for pet owners. "Our dogs love to run up and down the beaches!" shares a Pacific Beach State Park visitor. Another notes, "Most campers leave dogs off leash on the beach. Tons of kites flying through the summer days, it's beautiful."
What you should know
Site selection strategies: Oceanfront campgrounds offer different site configurations affecting your experience. At Pacific Beach Resort and Conference Center, military campers note the quality of RV spaces: "Very well kept RV park with cafe and coffee shop, large and spacious sites, laundry, electric/water, and dump station. Close to beach you can drive on."
Advance planning required: Popular campgrounds book months ahead, especially for prime sites. "Reserve several months in advance to get a good spot. Beach is essentially a private beach," advises one camper about Pacific Beach State Park.
Weather preparation: Coastal camping requires preparation for persistent wind and rain regardless of season. "Be prepared for cold and fog. Bonus if you get some sunny days," warns one Kalaloch camper. Even summer months can bring fog and cooler temperatures compared to inland areas.
Tips for camping with families
Beach accessibility assessment: When camping with children, check how easily they can reach the beach from your campsite. At Copalis Beach RV Resort, one visitor notes, "Easy access to the beach (trail is at the edge of the property)," while another mentions "This place is truly amazing - its best feature is proximity to the beach. A 5 minute walk to a relatively private beach."
Kid-friendly amenities: Some campgrounds offer specific facilities for families. Ocean Breeze RV Resort provides "several playgrounds, a large pool, and other facilities that were all open," making it suitable for children of various ages.
Sand management: Beach camping means dealing with sand everywhere. Look for campgrounds with outdoor shower facilities. "Campground had some of the most private sites I've ever seen... We found tons of wild blackberry bushes near our site," notes one family visiting Ocean Breeze RV Resort.
Tips from RVers
Hookup limitations: Many oceanfront campgrounds offer limited hookups. At Screamin' Eagle Campground, RVers report "Level gravel parking sites" but note potential electrical issues: "Our only issue was with the electricity grid. Our circuit breaker kept tripping during peak times and interrupted our ability to run the coffee pot."
Site spacing considerations: RV parks vary widely in how closely they place units. "The middle section is so narrow it would be difficult to put out slides, the lower section will fit larger rigs but are very close each had a table and some grass," reports one RVer at Thousand Trails Oceana.
Dump station access: Several campgrounds lack sewer hookups at individual sites. "No sewer hookups! In a 300+ site campground I was shocked to learn they had no option for sewer. They have 6 dump stations in 2 locations instead," notes a visitor to Ocean Breeze RV Resort.
Frequently Asked Questions
What amenities are available at Pacific Beach campgrounds in WA?
What amenities are available at Pacific Beach campgrounds in WA?
Campgrounds in the Pacific Beach area offer various amenities to enhance your stay. The Driftwood RV Resort and Campground provides immaculate facilities, dog-friendly accommodations with waste stations throughout, and thoughtful landscaping with hidden treasures that children enjoy discovering. For those seeking different options, Copalis Beach RV Resort offers reservable sites with water, toilets, and is big-rig friendly. Most campgrounds in the area provide basic necessities, though hookup options vary by location—many offer electrical hookups while water connections might be limited to communal spigots.
Where is Pacific Beach State Park camping located in Washington?
Where is Pacific Beach State Park camping located in Washington?
Pacific Beach State Park Campground is located directly on the wide beach in the village of Pacific Beach, Washington. This small but scenic campground sits right on the ocean, offering easy beach access. The park is situated within the coastal community of Pacific Beach, with nearby amenities including a coffee shop, tavern, and the naval recreation center on the hill which features a restaurant. The location provides miles of beachcombing opportunities and is ideal for those who want to experience camping with unobstructed ocean views and the constant sound of waves.
Are there any beach camping options near Pacific Beach, Washington?
Are there any beach camping options near Pacific Beach, Washington?
Yes, there are excellent beach camping options in the area. Pacific Beach State Park Campground offers camping right on the ocean with beautiful wide beaches and magnificent views. The campground is situated directly on the sand, allowing for beach activities like kite flying and beachcombing. For military personnel, Pacific Beach Resort and Conference Center provides another oceanfront option with spacious sites and beach access. Both locations offer the unique experience of falling asleep to the sound of waves just steps from your tent or RV.
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