Best Tent Camping near Port Angeles, WA

Port Angeles is the perfect place for adventurous campers and RVers. Port Angeles is filled with the activities, sights, and experiences to make everyone in your crew a happy camper. Ready to plan your adventure? Check out our campgrounds near Port Angeles and user-submitted reviews.

Best Tent Sites Near Port Angeles, Washington (118)

    1. Deer Park Campground — Olympic National Park

    12 Reviews
    Carlsborg, WA
    15 miles
    Website
    +1 (360) 565-3130

    "Deep park is located on a 7 mile long gravel road.  The drive up is tight and not suitable for any type of trailer.  The campground has level tent sights that offer a fantastic 360 degree view. "

    "Luckily I went and talked to the ranger and he told me of a spot that might still be open…IT WAS! We were there for the weekend."

    2. Lillian — Olympic National Park

    5 Reviews
    Port Angeles, WA
    12 miles
    Website

    "I wish we would have just kept driving though, because the weather wasn't too good. We woke up and were socked in with fog and rain."

    "We were backpacking the Elwha river trail in Olympic National Park and decided to stay at Lillian base camp for a night. We hiked 4miles into the forest from whiskey bend road and we were astonished!"

    3. Dungeness Forks Campground

    9 Reviews
    Sequim, WA
    19 miles
    Website

    "We arrived here while beginning our trip around the Olympic peninsula. We unfortunately got caught in rain for almost 2 weeks."

    "Great trails and right next to The spit. Only issue is that it is a locally run (county?) park and there's no alcohol allowed they are VERY strict about this policy."

    4. Slab Camp/Deer Ridge Trailhead

    3 Reviews
    Carlsborg, WA
    16 miles
    Website

    "There are a lot of spots that you could wander into the woods and set up camp on a mossy bed under the canopy."

    "There are about 5 sites with rock fire pits and a decent amount of space. A nice quiet place to spend the night even if you’re not trying to hike"

    5. Sequim Glamping

    1 Review
    Carlsborg, WA
    15 miles
    Website

    $85 / night

    "I'm happy to welcome Bryan, your host, to our platform. This property is gorgeous and I love all the sweet touches."

    6. Elk Lake — Olympic National Park

    6 Reviews
    Olympic National Park, WA
    21 miles
    Website

    "This is a pretty simple camping area along the backpacking trail in the Hoh rainforest.

    The lake is small but lovely and means there is a pretty consistent water source."

    "The water access to the lake was a pain in the butt, and the lake is nothing special (no swim access or anything like that)."

    7. Weekend Worrior Camping

    1 Review
    Joyce, WA
    16 miles
    Website
    +1 (360) 670-8238

    $30 - $59 / night

    "There's RV sites tent sites and Glamping tents there's one with a king bed for couples and 1 with a king bed and a twin bed for families and 1 with 2 twin beds for friends they're all fully furnished with"

    8. Grand Lake — Olympic National Park

    1 Review
    Carlsborg, WA
    16 miles
    Website

    "This is a stunning spot that can be accessed via the Badger Valley Trail, leading through alpine meadows and mobile executor descending steeply into Grand Valley."

    9. Boulder Lake — Olympic National Park

    1 Review
    Joyce, WA
    16 miles
    Website

    "The hike can be a bit grueling and since I've done it the road leading to the trailhead has been shut down, so plan on adding a few more miles to your hike to get to the lake (around 7 miles.)"

    10. Lunch Lake — Olympic National Park

    3 Reviews
    Olympic National Park, WA
    20 miles
    Website

    "This is not a campground, but one stop on the amazing Seven Lakes Loop or High Divide Loop backcountry trails. You can also do a one night out and back just to Lunch Lake."

    "We hike the High Divide Loop in 2 days and backcountry camped at Lunch Lake overnight. This was one of my all-time favorite campsites."

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Tent Camping Reviews near Port Angeles, WA

1440 Reviews of 118 Port Angeles Campgrounds



Guide to Port Angeles

Port Angeles, Washington, offers a stunning backdrop for tent camping enthusiasts, with a variety of campgrounds nestled in the natural beauty of Olympic National Park and surrounding areas.

Tent campers appreciate these amenities

  • Enjoy the breathtaking views and high elevation at Deer Park Campground, where you can experience incredible sunrises and sunsets.
  • At Dungeness Forks Campground, spacious sites next to the river provide a serene atmosphere, perfect for relaxation and exploration.
  • Lunch Lake features a peaceful setting with pit toilets and the opportunity to filter water from the nearby lake, making it a great choice for backcountry adventurers.

Tips for tent camping near Port Angeles

  • Arrive early at Deer Park Campground to secure a spot, as it operates on a first-come, first-served basis and fills up quickly during peak season.
  • Be prepared for limited amenities at Elk Lake, where you'll need to bring your own drinking water and be ready for a hike-in experience.
  • For a more secluded experience, consider Five Mile Island, which offers privacy along the river but can get crowded during the summer months.

Tent campers should check out Lillian

  • The Lillian campground is a hidden gem, perfect for those looking to hike and enjoy the stunning views of Olympic National Park.
  • With its remote location, Boulder Lake provides a tranquil setting for tent campers willing to tackle a challenging hike to reach the alpine lake.
  • Olympus Guard Station is an excellent base for exploring the Hoh River Trail, featuring well-maintained sites and the chance to experience the beauty of the backcountry.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is the most popular tent campsite near Port Angeles, WA?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular tent campground near Port Angeles, WA is Deer Park Campground — Olympic National Park with a 4.8-star rating from 12 reviews.

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