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    Fort Flagler, Fort Worden, and Deception Pass State Parks provide cabin accommodations that offer a balance between wilderness immersion and modern comfort on the Olympic Peninsula. Many cabins feature electricity, heat, and indoor lighting, with varying sleeping capacities from simple bunks to queen-sized beds. Fort Worden cabins come equipped with picnic tables outside and basic furniture inside, while Fort Flagler offers more rustic options. Most state park cabins include electric heaters to manage the cool coastal temperatures common in the region. Basic kitchen amenities typically include a small table and counter space, though cooking facilities vary widely between locations. "We stayed with several families at the group site with a mixture of trailers, tents, and tents on cars. This site has close access to the bathrooms shared with those staying in the cabins. Peekaboo views of the water between the trees."

    Rustic log cabins and furnished rental options are available at various price points and comfort levels throughout the Port Townsend area. Many properties offer waterfront views, particularly at campgrounds like Dosewallips State Park where cabins provide scenic river access. Pet policies vary significantly, with some locations like Fort Casey restricting pets while others like John Wayne's Waterfront Resort welcoming them with designated pet-friendly cabins. Reservations are essential during summer months when occupancy reaches peak levels, especially for popular waterfront options. Some cabins remain available year-round, equipped with adequate heating for winter stays. A visitor commented, "The cabins are heated and have bunk beds, which makes for a cozy retreat into nature in the winter."

    Most furnished cabins include basic bedding and mattresses but require guests to bring their own linens, pillows, and towels. Kitchen setups vary widely from bare-bones countertops with minimal outlets to more equipped spaces with mini-refrigerators and microwaves. Cooking equipment, utensils, and cleaning supplies are rarely provided, making these items essential for visitors to pack. Several campgrounds offer on-site markets or camp stores selling firewood, ice, and basic provisions. Camano Island State Park provides a small market for essential supplies, while visitors to more remote cabins should stock up in Port Townsend before arrival. Based on reviews from The Dyrt, guests should note that "the cabins are great for families and have a bunk bed and futon set up with a table set and even heaters."

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      1. Fort Flagler Historical State Park Campground

      4.7(36)4mi from Port TownsendRVs, Tents, Cabins

      "The kids had a blast exploring the fort and the forest around the campsite. There's a big beach with a small general store/burger joint within walking distance."

      "We stayed here as a base to go whale watching out of Port Townsend. We really liked the campground, but it's a bit excluded, out on the end of the island."

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      2. Beach Campground — Fort Worden Historical State Park

      4.6(33)2mi from Port TownsendRVs, Tents, Cabins, Glamping

      "And I’ve noticed you guys have tent cabins on the list even though our tent cabins are still in the process of being built."

      "The only negative is the lack of any privacy.  To be fair, there is quite a bit of space between campsites, so it didn't feel too bad."

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      3. Deception Pass State Park Campground

      4.4(109)21mi from Port TownsendRVs, Tents, Cabins, Glamping

      "There were SO MANY available campsites when we got there. About mid afternoon. The ranger was super friendly and welcoming!"

      "Bottom line: I’ve only camped at 4 state parks in WA, however, this is the best one I’ve stayed at. Pros: Secluded Campsites."

      from $12 - $40 / night

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      4. John Wayne's Waterfront Resort

      4.4(5)13mi from Port TownsendRVs, Tents, Cabins

      "It was our first trip to an actual RV park with hookups and a lot of amenities available. It was pretty and the staff was nice and the location was perfect."

      "Trails behind rv sites for walks and close to discovery trail for biking or walking long distances. Close to town but away from traffic and traffic noises"

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      5. Dosewallips State Park Campground

      4.3(45)30mi from Port TownsendRVs, Tents, Cabins, Glamping

      "The campground has cabins, rustic shelters, and tent and rv site. The cabins are great for families and have a bunk bed and futon set up with a table set and even heaters."

      "This campground is right next to a state park. It’s also very close to a river and lots of woods."

      from $12 - $50 / night

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      6. Kitsap Memorial State Park Campground

      3.7(16)22mi from Port TownsendRVs, Tents, Cabins, Glamping

      "As cyclists, we really enjoyed this state park. The hiker/biker sites are in a wooded area removed from the other sites which makes them peaceful."

      "Stayed at Kitsap Memorial Park past few days. Very quiet area, lots of room on site 9, walked to beach area. Bathrooms for camping have code, cleaned frequently. 5G service was fast."

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      7. Bay View State Park Campground

      4.0(33)29mi from Port TownsendRVs, Tents, Cabins

      "We actually stayed at the cabins rather than in a tent. The views of the bay from the cabin were great."

      "Some of the sites are close together (for a WA state park) but the sites are still private by normal RV park standards. The location is excellent and the rangers are nice."

      from $12 - $75 / night

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      8. Thousand Trails La Conner

      3.9(12)22mi from Port TownsendRVs, Cabins

      "Campground located on the ocean. Some full hook ups, cabins, club house. Most sites treed although an area of parking lot type spots as well."

      "Near the water and shared by the local tribe. This is a very special place to stay."

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      9. North Whidbey RV Park

      4.3(7)20mi from Port TownsendRVs, Cabins

      "We called early afternoon and asked if they had a space for that night for a fifth wheel with total rig length 53ft. Nice grass around all the campsites, 50 Amp electricity, water and sewer."

      "The location is fantastic for access To Oak Harbor, Anacortes and Deception Pass State Park. We spent the weekend here with my sister and her family who rented one of the cabins at the RV Park."

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      10. La Conner RV

      4.3(8)23mi from Port TownsendRVs, Tents, Cabins, Glamping

      "A Thousand Trails facility. Not all services are available at each site. Wonderful setting with either woods or water views.  A quiet place to get away from it all. "

      "Great campground this was hands down one of our favorite thousand trails in Washington you will enjoy this campground Great location great campground would go back"

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    • j
      Jul. 28, 2018

      Lakedale Resort

      Glamping!

      We had Nevas Canvas Tent #6. It was amazing! Glamping at its finest! King size bed was super comfy. We had a huge deck overlooking one of the three lakes. Our tent also had a bathroom w/ a toilet and shower, an electrIc heater, a trundle bed/couch, and electrical outlets. They currently have 6 of these Nevas tents, 16 canvas tents (w/o water/restrooms/electricity), 6 huge log cabins, 7 yurts (w small kitchens), 37 or so camping sites, 4 RV sites, and an Airstream you can rent. There is also a traditional lodge (not sure how many rooms, but it looked nice). Canvas tents and lodge come w/ breakfast. We will for sure come back!

    • Ms H.
      Mar. 27, 2021

      Elwha Dam RV Park

      Great place

      There are lots of different options from tent sites to cabin rentals. Owners were very welcoming and accommodating. They have a veggie garden to share, lots of outdoor activity areas and places to explore within walking distance. It’s a great base camp for exploring the peninsula. They do a good job of providing privacy with the smaller RV spaces. WiFi is good, not great but that’s not why we’re there. We will be back!

    • H
      Sep. 22, 2022

      Deception Pass State Park Campground

      Cozy campsites !

      There were SO MANY available campsites when we got there. About mid afternoon. The ranger was super friendly and welcoming! The bathrooms were nice and had showers that require tokens that you can buy with your site at check in. The sites vary in size and shape but most of them are decently private/ spaced apart. The site next to us never got booked, probably because it was small, but it was nice for us because it was only a few bushes away. Sites include a picnic table and fire ring with grill grate . There was a trail to the beach not far from us and it was super nice. Although there are plenty of signs that require dogs to be on leashes most people did not adhere to those rules, so keep an eye out if you're bringing the doggos. Very family friendly, very cozy, very nice stay!

    • Marisa N.
      Jul. 18, 2018

      Flowing Lake Park & Campground

      The cabins are a lot of fun!

      We typically visit the cabins here in the winter, so we don’t usually partake in the summer activities of swimming, boating, etc., but we do love coming here in the winter. The cabins are heated and have bunk beds, which makes for a cozy retreat into nature in the winter. The only reason that this spot did not get full stars is because the park has had transients hiking through the trails (which made for a scary 2 a.m. bathroom break).

    • Thomas B.The Dyrt PRO User
      May. 11, 2021

      Belfair State Park Campground

      On the shores of Hood Canal

      This campground is located on the northern side of Hood Canal and offers some great views of the water. About half the sites are in the woods, although they are all pretty close together. Some of the larger sites, including the RV sites, are right next to the beach, and you can set up chairs and have a beautiful view. These sites have little, if any, vegetation to provide privacy. A mid-week visit in early May found lots of sites open. The grounds and bathrooms are clean and well-maintained. There is a lot of open lawn, especially in the day use area, which would be great in the busy summer months. You need a Discover Pass for day use. These are required at pretty much all county and state campgrounds in Washington State. Right now they cost $30 per year. There is one Washington Water Trails site available for people arriving by human-powered boats (kayaks). It's first-come, first-served, with a picnic table and fire ring.

    • Isabelle K.The Dyrt PRO User
      Jul. 17, 2017

      Lakedale Resort

      Family oriented campground with a great location

      I reserved a "family campsite" for tent camping with a friend this past week. The campground has a great location and is easily accessible from all that the San Juan Island has to offer. The sites are large and well appointed, ours was in a nice wooded area, had two picnic tables, a nice fire pit with grill and multiple flat spots for our tent. The sites don't offer a ton of privacy and we were surrounded by large groups of families, which was a bit noisy. We arrived at this campground after spending the 3 prior nights in the backcountry, so we were pretty excited to take advantage of the bathhouse and shower facilities. We may have just caught the campground at a bad time, but we were shocked to see how filthy the bathrooms and showers were. The showers were ice cold and looked like they hadn't been cleaned in weeks. The price was also rather steep ($66/night for the most basic camp site offered) but understandable considering the lack of availability for campsites during the high season on the island.

      Overall, I would definitely recommend this campground to a family looking for fun activities for the kids while staying on the island. The resort also offers many other types of accommodations that I would be interested to try in the future including cabins, airstream trailers and "glamping" canvas tents!

    • R
      Aug. 10, 2021

      Fidalgo Bay Resort

      Lovely little “cabins”

      Stayed here for a long weekend. Great location. Nice walking trails and beach access. Staff was extremely friendly and helpful. Pet friendly cabins is an extra bonus!

    • Rich M.
      May. 18, 2020

      Lake Crescent Lodge — Olympic National Park

      Amazing Getaway

      This place is glamping at its finest. It is located at the top of the Olympic Peninsula on Lake Crescent. There is plenty to do here from fishing, cycling, boating, and hiking.

      They have small cabins and a lodge with an amazing restaurant.  I recommend this to friends who aren't quite the rugged camper but still want to explore the Olympic Mountains.

    • Mary C.
      Jun. 11, 2018

      Dosewallips State Park Campground

      Great Shrimping take off point

      We usually stay here during our annual shrimping trips. The site is in a valley so when heavy rainfall happens you will get muddy, swampy sites. During sunshine, the place is great.

      The campground has cabins, rustic shelters, and tent and rv site. The cabins are great for families and have a bunk bed and futon set up with a table set and even heaters.

      Bathrooms and showers on site, though showers will cost you. Sites are pretty open, though there are a few that are a bit hidden. Lots of areas to hike and explore, even a hidden waterfall a short drive away.

      Great for shrimping, clamming and oyster hunting.

    Guide to Port Townsend

    Cabin camping near Port Townsend, Washington offers access to both Olympic Peninsula forests and Puget Sound waterways. The area sits at sea level with a moderate maritime climate that sees annual rainfall averaging 19 inches, significantly less than Seattle due to the rain shadow effect. Winter temperatures typically remain above freezing, making year-round cabin rentals viable across multiple state parks.

    What to do

    Beach exploration at low tide: Fort Worden Historical State Park features extensive shoreline access where visitors can observe marine life. "Great coastal views and beach walks with lighthouse and pier access. Possibility to rent kayaks. Clean modern restrooms. Excellent hot showers," notes Leonard H. about Beach Campground — Fort Worden Historical State Park.

    Wildlife viewing: Dosewallips State Park provides opportunities to see local fauna including birds, elk, and eagles. "Every night, my husband and I would walk to the wildlife viewing platform to see lots of birds, or walk down by the river and see lots of elk and bald eagles," reports Amy & Stu B. about their stay at Dosewallips State Park Campground.

    Historical exploration: Fort Casey State Park contains military structures for visitors to investigate. "The Fort is fun to explore all the dark nooks and crannies. The light house is just cool. The land around the Fort is easy to hike around to see the different parts and buildings," explains Emily S., though she notes accessing the beach "is a little steep but manageable."

    Winter star-gazing: Deception Pass State Park cabins provide clear night sky viewing during winter months. "We had beautifully clear skies and little light pollution so it was really nice for stargazing," mentions Christina F. about her January visit to Deception Pass State Park Campground.

    What campers like

    Seasonal variation: Fort Flagler State Park maintains year-round accessibility with different camping experiences. "Awesome fall and winter camping. First come first serve after Oct 31st. Spend a long weekend there last week. No problem finding 2 sites side by side for 40 ft rigs," reports Mike K. about Fort Flagler Historical State Park Campground.

    Diverse activity options: Many campgrounds offer multiple recreational possibilities within walking distance. "We spend the entire weekend here camping... We could spend so many more hours exploring the buildings and beaches! Also saw so much wildlife: otters, deer, crab (lots of baby crabs everywhere!!) and starfish," shares KayLynn D.

    Cabin comfort: Bay View State Park provides heated cabin accommodations with bay views. "We actually stayed at the cabins rather than in a tent. The views of the bay from the cabin were great. The cabin is definitely luxurious if you're used to tenting (two padded bunks and a queen sized bed; also has heat if you need it)," explains Jen D. about Bay View State Park Campground.

    Community atmosphere: Some facilities foster connections between guests. "The community feeling was incredible, kind people and a beautiful view," notes Chloe G. about her stay at John Wayne's Waterfront Resort.

    What you should know

    Navy jet noise: Whidbey Island locations experience periodic aircraft noise from Naval Air Station operations. "Definitely worth a stay with its proximity to the beach, stargazing, hiking. The whole area feels magical... The only downside is the noise from the naval base nearby. You'll hear jets overhead on a regular basis," warns Will L. about Deception Pass.

    Cabin availability patterns: Most cabin facilities require advance planning. "Great spot to getaway, easy access to beach. Enjoy watching the sunset," says Jody R. of Fort Worden, while at North Whidbey RV Park, Kristin S. notes their cabins were "very simple, clean and had a well-stocked kitchen."

    Site privacy varies: Campground layouts differ significantly in terms of spacing between sites. "From arriving to leaving it was a great experience. Beach front camping, old fort to explore, and endless outdoor opportunities," states Joseph M. about Fort Flagler, while at Kitsap Memorial Park, Michael M. observes "There's no privacy here. The sites are all right on top of each other."

    Varied terrain accessibility: Some locations present physical challenges. "The hiking trail is a little 3 mile loop with beautiful views," mentions Kayko S. regarding Camano Island State Park, while at Dosewallips, Michael B. advises "Be careful what season you decide to make reservations... Some of the best spots are prone to flooding on the road but if you have a raised vehicle like a truck or SUV it should be a non-issue."

    Tips for camping with families

    Activity variety for different ages: Seek out campgrounds with multiple recreation options. "Fun and safe campground. Near the beach with a small aquarium open on the weekend. The family had a blast," reports Nicholos J. about Fort Worden State Park.

    Playground access: Kitsap Memorial State Park Campground features dedicated play areas. "The property itself is great. There's a playground and a couple large open fields for kids to play. Also really close to the water which is cool," describes Kris W.

    Junior Ranger opportunities: Several parks offer educational programs. "The only draw back to the camp site was no sewer hook. We enjoyed walking on the beach and hiking around the park to all the Geocache's. Great food at the guardhouse and the staff is super friendly. Kids of all ages should do the Junior Ranger program which the Gift Shop has the packets," recommends Becky R.

    Family-friendly water access: Multiple locations feature safe swimming areas. "Cranberry Lake has a designated swimming area where the water is super shallow and just perfect for the kiddos," notes Travis D. about Deception Pass.

    Tips from RVers

    Site leveling considerations: Prepare for variable surface conditions. "RV sites are blacktop and level. Some sites have partial hookups w/o septic. Dump station is on site," observes James and Susan K. about Dosewallips State Park.

    Water pressure variation: Bring pressure regulators for some locations. "Water pressure is low, averaging just over 20psi," warns K D. about Kitsap Memorial State Park.

    Site selection strategy: Research specific site numbers for better experiences. "If you are looking for a more tame, less encroached camping experience, the loop that runs along the river is where you want to go," advises Michael B. about Dosewallips State Park.

    Seasonal availability: Winter camping options exist with varying levels of service. "The cabins are heated and have bunk beds, which makes for a cozy retreat into nature in the winter," notes a visitor about several parks in the region.

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