Top Tent Camping near Pacific Beach, WA

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Best Tent Sites Near Pacific Beach, WA (51)

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    1. Willaby Campground

    22 Reviews
    72 Photos
    475 Saves

    Overview

    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.

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    • Reservable
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    • Standard (Tent/RV)

    $25 / night

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    2. Graves Creek Campground

    13 Reviews
    56 Photos
    291 Saves

    Located in the Quinault Rain Forest, relax near a serene stream at Graves Creek Campground.

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    • ADA Access
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    • Group
    • Standard (Tent/RV)
    • Picnic Table

    $20 / night

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    3. Western Horizon Ocean Shores

    1 Review
    6 Photos
    23 Saves
    • Fires
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    • Standard (Tent/RV)
    • Picnic Table
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    4. Gatton Creek Campground

    4 Reviews
    11 Photos
    66 Saves

    Gatton 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.

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    5. Upper Clearwater

    5 Reviews
    16 Photos
    140 Saves
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    • Dispersed
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    6. Dispersed South Shore Road

    2 Reviews
    7 Photos
    434 Saves

    Dispersed 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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    • Dispersed
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    • Firewood Available
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    7. Chetwoot Campground

    2 Reviews
    11 Photos
    61 Saves

    The 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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    10. FS-2292 Dispersed

    1 Review
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Recent Tent Reviews In Pacific Beach

723 Reviews of 51 Pacific Beach Campgrounds


  • SThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Minnie Peterson Campground
    Oct. 17, 2024

    Minnie Peterson Campground

    Beautiful and easy!

    Didn’t know what to expect. Needed a place to sleep on the way to the Hoh Rainforest. Site is free with a discover pass which is $30. The site was east to find off the road in the dark. There was only one other group of campers when we arrived, and they’d left by the time we got up. Lots of beautiful old trees draped in moss, nice fire pits, clean pit toilet. It drizzled almost the whole time which was what we were expecting mid October. 10/10 would come again!

    I will say we were right off the road which could be more annoying in peak season.

  • AThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Bruceport County Park
    Oct. 13, 2024

    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)

  • Abrianna M.The Dyrt PRO User
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    Oct. 11, 2024

    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

  • bThe Dyrt PRO User
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    Oct. 5, 2024

    NF-2419 Dispersed Site

    Nice free boondocking between Port Angeles and Forks

    Not a bad find that doesn't require any permit of any kind which was great! Would stay here again I pitched a tent which was nice and found a spot right by the river.

  • Laura M.The Dyrt PRO User
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    Oct. 1, 2024

    South 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.

  • TThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Schafer State Park
    Sep. 27, 2024

    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.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Allens Bar Campground
    Sep. 26, 2024

    Allens Bar Campground

    Beautiful overnight on a river

    Wife found this place on internet.
    You pay a $5 “road use” fee to access the property. You drive down to a huge gravel bar solidly packed down. There are many sites right next to the Hoh river, and it’s beautiful.
    We talked to some great other campers and had a peaceful stay.

  • James B.The Dyrt PRO User
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    Sep. 20, 2024

    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.

  • Juliana C.
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    Sep. 19, 2024

    Allens Bar Campground

    Solo Female Traveler

    After someone stole my original site at a campground, I stumbled across Allen’s (sand)bar. I was hesitant at first because it’s far back on someone’s property but I took a chance and found paradise! The water, the sunset, and a bunch of people minding their own business. I’m keeping this spot a secret, but incase you’re a SFT, I gotchu.

    Details: you must be self contained (no tent camping) and you have to use the woods.

  • Sue O.
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    Sep. 5, 2024

    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.The Dyrt PRO User
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    Sep. 4, 2024

    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.
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    Sep. 2, 2024

    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.
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    Aug. 22, 2024

    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.The Dyrt PRO User
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    Aug. 21, 2024

    Hwy 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.

  • Becky H.
    Camper-submitted photo from Pacific Dunes Resort
    Aug. 6, 2024

    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!

  • AThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Hard Rain Cafe & RV Park
    Aug. 5, 2024

    Hard Rain Cafe & RV Park

    Best place we have stayed for weeks on the road

    Really thought this would just be a place to stop for an eww we rly start to the Hoh Rain Forest park. This is was a most peaceful stop, site 10, great staff (thank you)/

  • Danielle S.
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    Jul. 27, 2024

    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.

  • Samantha A.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Hoh Oxbow Campground
    Jul. 16, 2024

    Hoh Oxbow Campground

    Great camping

    Was a very nice site, had facilities. Very close to the rainforest. Did not seem to have many spots, we came in a little later and found a spot available to everyone after a certain time.

  • Darrin R.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Falls Creek Campground
    Jul. 15, 2024

    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.

  • Jazmine M.
    Camper-submitted photo from Pacific Beach State Park
    Jun. 30, 2024

    Pacific Beach State Park

    Summer Beach Days

    I stayed June 16th-19th is was really nice weather and I had a spot overlooking the beach. The campground was clean and the access to the beach was amazing.

    Site are a little close but not too bad.

    Would go back again.

  • S
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    Jun. 29, 2024

    NF-2419 Dispersed Site

    It’s was ok

    NF-2419 is a very busy road at all hours. 2 or 3 cars drive by all day and all through the night. As far as we could find there aren’t many spots that are more secluded they are mostly just turn outs.

  • Jason C.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from NF-2419 Dispersed Site
    Jun. 22, 2024

    NF-2419 Dispersed Site

    NF-2419

    Great avenue to get out into nature with various streams crossing the path of the service road. Truly magical place. It is frequented by others so low privacy unless you camp away from the vehicle path. Grateful a place like this exists.



Guide to Pacific Beach

Camping near Pacific Beach, Washington, offers a fantastic mix of ocean views, lush forests, and a variety of campgrounds to choose from. Whether you're looking for a quiet retreat or a family-friendly spot, there's something for everyone.

What to do:

  • Beach Access: Many campgrounds are just a short walk from the beach. For instance, at Pacific Beach State Park Campground, you can enjoy the ocean right at your doorstep. One camper mentioned, "You can’t beat the view of the ocean and the closeness of the waves here."
  • Hiking Trails: Explore the nearby trails. Campers at Willaby Campground enjoyed hiking in the temperate rainforest, saying, "The campground is small and right off the road but traffic noise isn't bothersome, particularly if you snag a site on the lake."
  • Wildlife Watching: Keep an eye out for local wildlife. A visitor at Grayland Beach State Park Campground noted, "We didn’t run into anyone on the beach," highlighting the peaceful surroundings.

What campers like:

  • Scenic Views: Campers rave about the beautiful scenery. One reviewer at Kalaloch Campground said, "Many sites on bluffs overlooking the Pacific," which adds to the charm of camping in this area.
  • Clean Facilities: Clean restrooms and well-maintained sites are a big plus. A camper at Ocean City State Park Campground mentioned, "Clean restrooms and warm showers available."
  • Family-Friendly Atmosphere: Many campgrounds cater to families. A parent at Twin Harbors State Park Campground shared, "Took my daughter and her cousins camping here so they can experience the outdoors."

What you should know:

  • Crowded Campgrounds: Some sites can get busy, especially on weekends. A visitor at South Beach Campground noted, "It’s definitely a gorgeous view of the ocean but it’s by no means private."
  • Limited Amenities: Not all campgrounds have full amenities. For example, Falls Creek Campground lacks showers and water hookups, so plan accordingly.
  • Reservations Recommended: Many campgrounds fill up quickly, especially during peak season. A camper at Lake Sylvia State Park Campground advised, "Reserve early as fills up quick."

Tips for camping with families:

  • Choose Family-Friendly Campgrounds: Look for spots that offer activities for kids. At Grayland Beach State Park Campground, one parent said, "The park was beautiful and well maintained, the facilities were clean."
  • Pack for the Beach: Bring beach toys and gear for fun in the sand. A camper at Pacific Beach State Park Campground mentioned, "Miles of beach combing, kite flying."
  • Plan for Quiet Hours: Respect quiet hours to ensure everyone has a good time. A visitor at Twin Harbors State Park Campground noted, "Overall fellow campers were really great and respectful of quiet hours."

Tips from RVers:

  • Check Site Sizes: Make sure your RV fits the site. A camper at Ocean City State Park Campground mentioned, "Generously sized comfortable spots."
  • Look for Full Hookups: If you need them, check for campgrounds with full hookups. A reviewer at Lake Sylvia State Park Campground said, "Only 4 sites with power and water."
  • Be Prepared for Crowds: Arrive early to secure a good spot. A camper at Kalaloch Campground advised, "Get here early!"

Camping near Pacific Beach, Washington, is a great way to enjoy the outdoors, with plenty of options for families and RVers alike.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Which is the most popular tent campsite near Pacific Beach, WA?

    According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular tent campground near Pacific Beach, WA is Willaby Campground with a 4.6-star rating from 22 reviews.

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