Looking for the best horse camping near Pacific Beach? Camping with your horse in Pacific Beach just got easier. These scenic and easy-to-reach Washington campsites are perfect for your horse camping excursion.
Big Spruce Campground is located adjacent to the Humptulips River in the beautiful temperate rain forest.
Secluded romantic getaway, fishing trip, hiking adventure or whatever your reason for wanting to getaway Big Spruce RV is the perfect base camp! curl up on the couch and enjoy the fire in one of our furnished cabins or bring the RV and enjoy the tranquility of nature that surrounds you.
We are just minutes from so many options, you'll have a hard time deciding what to do first. Enjoy Fine Dining and night life or immerse yourself in the wonders of the Washington coast. Explore the areas forgotten history or even talk to the locals and try to figure out where the name "Humptulips" came from.
On-site Amenities include full ADA bathrooms with spacious showers, Laundry Room, park wide WiFi, firepits and plenty of open space to enjoy being outdoors. A Convenience store and post office are right down the road as well.
Campbell Tree Grove Campground is located adjacent to the West Fork Humptulips River in the beautiful temperate rain forest. The Campbell Tree Grove encompasses an impressive stand of old growth which illuminate this distinctive and vital wild area. Access to the West Fork Humptulips Trail #806 along the river adjacent to the campground.
Porter Creek Campground is a popular area for motorcycles, all-terrain vehicles (ATVs), and picnicking in the day-use area. This 16-campsite campground is near Porter Creek and surrounded by large Douglas-fir trees. Campers are required to register on-site. Download a map of the area. After Labor Day, the campground will remain open on a first-come, first-serve basis until Nov. 2.
$14 / night
Panhandle Lake Camp boasts almost 500 acres of the Pacific Northwest's unique temperate rain forests. It is located just 15 mins outside of the quaint city of Shelton, Wa on HWY 101 and offers a beautifully serene, secluded camping experience with a 20 stall barn, two arenas, many miles of gorgeous deep woods horse and hiking trails, a private lake for fishing, swimming and non-motorized boating (boats available for rent or bring your own!) Large covered BBQ area, amphitheater fire pits, and plenty of room for RV or tent camping, or rent one of the rustic open air cabins! Panhandle also offers its full camp facility for rent for larger groups which includes a lodge with stage, fireplace, small kitchen, bathrooms, nurses station, office, meeting rooms and 35 beds; commercial kitchen and dining hall; and dorm facilities with bathrooms, showers, and 52 beds. Whether you're looking for day rides, a one night stay over, or a week long retreat with your company or family reunion, Panhandle Lake Camp is the perfect place to get away!
$25 - $100 / night
Scout
There were several campsites near the river where you could smell human excrement,see large piles of used toilet paper (specifically 16 being the worst), along with garbage littered around almost every campsite and a ton of broken glass. I don’t believe there was a camp host. Several people came by to let us know there were raccoons raiding campsites. It’s such a bummer because the trail and creek are beautiful. (although plenty of litter). Also lots of random hikers/walkers coming through and walking through the campsites themselves to get to the creek and tossing more garbage onto the creek bed. I didn’t expect it to be so dirty, I would’ve brought more trash bags.
Traveler
We were surprised when we pulled off to find such a nice place to camp. Great tent sites and free hot showers. Would definitely come back!
Guide
We came in late and the owner/operator was very helpful and found us the last dry camping site available. The next day we moved into a different site on the property with a great view of the campground. Just a five minute walk from the beach.
Guide
Very secluded, deep wood camping. About an hour on unpaved road until you get to the actual camp but the drive is gorgeous! Old growth and new baby trees line the roads and there’s about 10+ little streams along the way. The bugs weren’t too bad with citronella bracelets and candles but bring bug spray if you like. There’s river access and lots of trails to explore. There’s even horse trails and a huge horse stall area for a group site/horse trailer.
We drove past 3 piles of bear scat along the dirt road into the campground, which was fine. Our dog growled into the woods a couple of times while on some nature walk which was a little worrisome but with the right tools, actions and preventative things we were fine.
ScoutThe Screamin Eagle is a short walk from the ocean beach and has everything you need. The managers were nice and helpful and the bathroom and shower stalls were clean. There was plenty of room for RVs and tent campers. 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.
RangerOur site is one away from from the toilet/ bath house there are 6 combo rooms. There are 3 cabins, 12 full service sites, tent sites some w/ electric. Laundry 1 washer and dryer.
ScoutExtremely nice rv park. Level gravel parking sites. Good Wifi. Very clean restrooms. Manager was great. One minus though was someone had driven all over the drainfield and destroyed it causing the dump station to be closed.
ScoutIt is tucked away on the western side of the Olympic Mountains, but easy to drive to. Old fashioned forest service-type campground, with lots of vegetation between camp sites for privacy. No services except a vault toilet and garbage cans, so bring water! Excellent base for hiking the West Fork of the Humptulips River trail. First time we went, we took a tent. Next time we took a small trailer. About an hour and a half from Hoquiam/Aberdeen.
TravelerEasy to find, fairly secluded sites available (15 and 16) and right on the river which is so beautiful.
GuideWe were looking forward to a quiet and simple night camping in our little rented self-contained camper van on the last day of a 12-day road trip. We arrived at the end of the road to find the campground closed, so we ended up abandoning our final night and driving home. The campground is pretty, the creek is clean, the 16 (?) sites are fairly well maintained and could be really lovely mid-week when not full. DNR would do well to post closure information so that apps like The Dyrt can more easily pick it up.
GuideThis is a family favorite and enjoy the time we spend camping here.
GuideMY WIFE AND I MADE A TRIP OUT TO THIS CAMP GROUND IN FEBRUARY AND IT WAS AWESOME. LOOKING FORWARD TO WHEN IT OPENS IN APRIL OF 2020. THERE ARE ONLY 6 CAMPSITES NOT 21! VERY SECLUDED AND ROAD IN IS VERY ROUGH AND ALOT OF TREE'S DOWN ACROSS ROAD.
Legend
Everything about the Enchanted Valley is amazing. This was my first ever backpacking trip. I did it with my Dad when I was 8 years old and it has been a favorite ever since then.
The valley has a Chalet that was originally built by the Olympic Recreation Company in 1931 and has amazingly survived all this time. In recent years the Quinault River has shifted threatening the Chalet. In 2014 the Chalet was placed on steel rails and pulled 100 using mules and a helicopter.
The Valley is home to a herd of Elk as well as deer, bears and other wildlife. There are spectacular views of snowy mountains and you can hear the rumbling of avalanches.
From the Valley, you can continue on to Andersen Pass.
ScoutCampground is okay when its not overly full with people. There is a bunch of awesome trails with beautiful surroundings for every level of hikers and if you can find your way to Porter Falls, you definitely wont be disappointed with the view!
TravelerWe have gone and stayed in many of their sites. Very roomy sites and Richard the care taker is an amazing camp host! He has always made our stay wonderful. Showers and clean bath rooms available plus a small store for your wood and forgotten marshmallow needs... close to the beach and equestrian friendly... this is where we always stay!
ScoutPorter Creek Campground is primitive camping with over 12 sites available. Located in Capital Forest and upkept by DNR. It’s first come no reservations. The river is gorgeous and fun to explore!
GuideIt's impossible to say too many good things about the Enchanted Valley trail. Amazingly beautiful river, massive old growth, elk, bears, an abundance of huckleberries and blueberries, waterfalls... I could go on and on. This was my second time hiking the trail but my first time camping in the Enchanted Valley itself.
The campground is pretty spread out. There doesn't seem to be any "official" spots, but a lot of nice places to set up camp with fire rings already constructed. We probably saw at least 20 spots like this, and there's also plenty of camping on the gravel bar if the sites fill up.
There are 2 privies (bring your own TP!). Bear cans are required.
TravelerThis Campsite is in the woods and does not have basic amenities. It's a very rustic outdoor experience, Frequented by ATV and motorcycle and mountain biking people. There is a latrine here but no water hookups. There is a large creek running alongside some of the campsites. There are hiking trails close by but be sure to do your homework because there are many trails that allow ATV, horses, bikes, and people on them. Over all this is a great place to go if you want to get away.
ScoutTook a 3 day backpacking trip alomg the quinalt river. Stayed the first night at oniel campground located about 7.5 miles in. 2nd day our group day hiked the remaining 6miles we had planned in our trip to reach the enchanted valley cabin and then proceded back to camp. There we plenty of campsites along the river most of the the trip and a few campgroudns with multiple sites and even a privy. Oniel had 3 fire pits along with wire to tie up any food (it is bear country out there) and a bathroom. Overall the site was great and not many people were there. No snow was present at the campground, it was intermittent on the trail however.
GuideI've legit wanted to camp her for well over a year. I loathe campgrounds but this one was amazing. I'd actually go back. It's deep with NO amenities, except for a vault toilet. It's super quiet and beautiful! The few people who were there were super chill. I was hoping to do some dispersed around the site but there was no possibilities. The road out to it is pretty treacherous also. Not for beginners, we had to help some people who put their car in a ditch by wrecking it.
LegendCampground: First off, many sites list 21 open spots. There are actually 11 free designated camping areas. This campground is very secluded and peaceful. Right on the river, tons of near by hiking trails, bathrooms, fire rings, picnic tables and water! The only con to this site is the road in is incredibly bumpy, we actually popped a tire on the way in.
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ScoutThis was my first backpacking adventure and I absolutely loved it. We took the trail past Enchanted Valley and up to Marmot Lake, up to Lake Lacrosse, hopped over Ranger Pass (extremely difficult), and back down into the valley. If you have some legs underneath you, I highly recommend making it to Marmot Lake and Lake Lacrosse. The views are absolutely spectacular up there.
The hike from Enchanted Valley Chalet to Marmot lake is about 12 miles. We decided that we would hike to the end of the Valley the night before to cut some of the miles down. From our campsite at the mouth of the mountain to Marmot lake was 9 miles. It was a tough hike but very manageable.
Camping on top of Marmot lake was the best part of the trip. Climb up on top of the rock to the right of the trail for some very amazing campsites. Ours looked out over a huge valley with mountains all around us and the lake to our back.
Instead of going out the way we came in, we decided to take a loop up to Lake Lacrosse and over Ranger pass. This cut our trip out by 5 miles but proved to be much more difficult. Lake Lacrosse basin has some of the best views on the hike. We saw a heard of Elk up there and three bears. There are some fun side trails up there that we decided to pass on.
Ranger Pass (found on the REI hiking map app), was a very difficult climb for two beginners. We ended up losing the trail and using GPS to guide us over the mountain. On the backside of the mountain there was a rock slide on a VERY steep slope. It took us 4 hours to get down .2 miles. Coupled with some intense fog, it was a pretty stressful hike back down. The end of this hike took us through a creek bed that intersected with the trail that took us up the mountain. It was tough hiking that day for sure.
Hiking to just Enchanted Valley is an easy hike though. There are three main campgrounds on the way into the valley, Pony Bridge (3miles), O'Neil Creek (8miles), and Pyrites Creek (~9.2miles). We stayed at O'neil creek on the way out and back in. However, if I were to go back I would take the extra mile hike into Pyrites Creek. Pony bridge is cool, but crowded, and is only 3 miles in.
The trees are MASSIVE on this hike. Everything is old growth rain forest that makes the hike truly enchanted.
Overall, the trip was amazing and I will definitely make it back to the Olympics in the future :)
LegendLocated 15 miles from Graves Creek Campground on a backcountry trail, this is a campsite that any true backpacker must experience. Located in a valley below mountains, cliff walls, and forests, you are treated to panoramic 360 views of mountains, waterfalls, and absolutely amazing scenery. Bear canisters are a must here as it is in prime bear country, even though we didn't see any. The campground is a little tricky as there aren't any designated camp spots, you just choose somewhere and you set up camp. All in all, this is one of the most amazing camp spots I have ever experienced.
GuideYou get rewarded after the 20 mile hike into this valley with breathtaking views that reminded me of my times in Alaska. Don't plan on going on a 3 day weekends you'll find out the rest of Seattle had the same trip in mind. You have your pick of the meadow to set up camp.
Horse camping in Washington offers a unique opportunity to explore the great outdoors while enjoying the company of your equine friends. With a variety of campgrounds that cater to horse enthusiasts, you can find the perfect spot to set up camp and ride the scenic trails.
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