5 campgrounds with availability this weekend
Fort Worden Historical State Park houses glamping accommodations on Washington's Olympic Peninsula, providing an upscale outdoor experience with sweeping views of Puget Sound. The campground features canvas tent cabins equipped with comfortable furnishings, electricity, and heating for year-round comfort. These premium accommodations blend the park's historic military setting with modern luxuries, creating a unique glamping destination. "Fort Worden has been a family favorite since I was a kid and it's awesome now bringing my own kids to camp here," shares one visitor who appreciates the spacious waterfront sites. Nearby, Deception Pass State Park also offers glamping options with similar amenities including beach access and modern conveniences that elevate the traditional camping experience.
The historic grounds of Fort Worden provide glamping guests with extraordinary exploration opportunities through a network of former military bunkers, lighthouse tours, and scenic beach trails. According to a camper, "There is so much to do at this state park from the museum, bunkers to explore and just relaxing." The glamping sites position visitors perfectly for experiencing Port Townsend's Victorian seaport charm, located just minutes away with its boutique shopping and fine dining options. Morning beach walks reveal marine wildlife including otters, crabs, and occasional whale sightings during migration seasons. Glampers enjoy private fire pits for evening gatherings, while full-service bathhouses with hot showers provide added convenience. Reservations are essential, particularly during summer months when the park's premium glamping accommodations book quickly due to their waterfront positioning and unmatched sunset views.
"The trade off is the endless opportunity for walking, hiking and learning the history of the area. Charming Downtown Port Townsend is close by and a true National Historic resource! "
"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."
Campground full this weekend
Get a text when availablefrom $12 - $51 / night
"Lets start with the downsides: reserve early as it fills up quick for summer, during the summer there are burn bans and you will need a propane fire pit or no fire at all, the jet noise can be overwhelming"
"Overall the campgrounds are well maintained and the bathrooms were always well stocked. It is a popular campground for families, with kiddos riding bikes and running around."
Available this weekend
from $12 - $144 / night
"Has running water, a couple fire pits and a bunch of picnic tables. These are lots of level spots to pitch tents."
"This site has close access to the bathrooms shared with those staying in the cabins. Peekaboo views of the water between the trees."
Available this weekend
from $12 - $70 / night
"The upper has a lot of trees to divide the non-electric sites nicely. Sites feel far apart but since it’s not super green, you can hear neighbors."
"There are a couple of sites with good views, but they are very close to each other. "
"Next to a dog kennel or shelter, so there was quite a bit of barking when we arrived late afternoon, but was quiet when they were put in for the evening/night."
"Perfectly adequate car camping with a picnic table, fire circle, and access to pit toilets."
from $15 / night
"When you want to get away from it all, but don’t want to travel far from the city, THIS is the spot. Spacious campsites. Running water. Flushing toilets. Showers. A tranquil Puget Sound experience."
"All campsites are surrounded by trees so choose carefully if you need a pull through or if you have a large rig that you’re trying to back up. We had a small camper van and it fit perfectly."
from $40 - $80 / night
"Very clean, large public bathrooms and showers. Onsite laundry works well. The grounds are maintained exceptionally well. Very friendly staff!"
"Very nicely kept facilities with beautiful flower beds. Each site has full hookups. Open space but not a parking lot."
"We stayed here for a short overnight as we made our way up the Olympic Peninsula to Port Townsend. Nice park with a some trails right from the campground. We enjoyed the Maple Valley loop."
"Walking distance to a gas station for supplies. Clean bathrooms with running water."
Available this weekend
from $12 - $61 / night
"Very quiet area, lots of room on site 9, walked to beach area. Bathrooms for camping have code, cleaned frequently. 5G service was fast. Very nice place."
"I thought the wooden fences around each campsite was a nice touch!"
Available this weekend
from $12 - $151 / night
"This is a nice, well maintained campground next to a lake. Lake Leland is a beautiful and quiet lake that doesn't allow motor boats. Each campsite has a fire pit and picnic table."
"Great location, lake is walking distance for dogs, swimming, and fishing. Only downfall to this campground is that there is no one monitoring the quiet time of 10pm-7am."
from $25 / night
ScoutBeautiful spot on Orcas Island. Do be aware there is a ferry ride and you need a reservation and it can be expensive depending on the size of your rig. Water and 30 amp electric. Clean bathrooms and showers. Cute café and the best sunset on the island.
GuideI had the great fortune of being here off season, and there were very few fellow campers. Many campsites are right on the water and there is a great mix of car camping and walk-in sites. There is a group site, and some short hiking trails. The beauty is the beach and water and the amazing night sky. The pit toilets are clean and it is a laid back place. During the busy season the beach sites would be tight. Very few van/trailer sites so pay attention to the website because it has everything g you need to know.
TravelerBathrooms and showers were exceptionally clean and hot, our site wasn’t reachable by car and so we had to move but thankfully the host was kind and let us change without much trouble. If you are coming after work hours call the host as it is hard to find the camp sites alone. It was fairly quiet, during busy hours you can hear the road though.
GuideDecent campground for basing Olympic Park visit out of.....clean restrooms, safe and secure...decent onsite camp store...a bit pricey but location is everything...gas pumps but very pricey...Arrived to find assigned site too small for my 25' trailer and van....Management very accomodating and moved me to a much better site which was greatly appreciated...Would stay again...recommended
Scout10 out of 15 sites were available on Labor Day weekend Saturday at 4pm. No reservations - it's just show up, put $15 cash in the box, and claim your campsite. Perfectly adequate car camping with a picnic table, fire circle, and access to pit toilets.
you can still hear road noise from the main road, and barking dogs in the morning from a nearby dog sanctuary. Beautiful rhododendron brush covers the space between sites.
ScoutThe Navy carrier jets train out here, for hours on end, you can’t hear someone next to you speak when they’re overhead, and it’s one after another. To top it off, some dipsh@t did the grand finale flight of the evening, around 11:30 PM, so low over the campground they lit up the inside of the tent.
Without the jets, this would be a great spot. Beautiful scenery, plenty of trails and beaches, well kept, but the constant interruption of any moment of peace makes it worthless unless you’re deaf and don’t mind the ground vibrating routinely when they fly over.
LegendWe stayed here for a short overnight as we made our way up the Olympic Peninsula to Port Townsend. Nice park with a some trails right from the campground. We enjoyed the Maple Valley loop. There are elk at Dosewallips but we didn’t see any. Some road noise from our site (21) and heard a low-flying helicopter in the morning. Shower water pressure was a bit low and the water not hot enough.
LegendDeception Pass State Park is an incredible place to camp. The scenery and hikes have a wow factor. We enjoy the smaller Quarry Pond side. Great facilities. Wonderful campground.
TravelerThis is a beautiful state park with plenty of bathrooms, showers, and water points. There are plenty of full hookup RV spots, non-hookup TV spots, and tenet camping sites. There is a playground for kids, easy access beach area for swimming and paddle boarding, and pathways for pleasant walks.
I stayed on the beach loop at site 142. It was sunny during the day with nice shade in the evening. A blackberry patch right behind me was just beginning to ripen.
Great place for families with a loop for the kids to cruise on their bikes.
Fort Worden Historical State Park offers glamping experiences on Washington's Olympic Peninsula within a former military installation that operated from 1902 to 1953. Campers can choose between beachfront and forest camping areas, with sites available year-round despite the region's 35-40 inches of annual rainfall. Winter camping offers a quieter experience with fewer crowds but requires preparation for temperatures that can drop to the low 40s.
Explore military history: Fort Worden's historical significance extends beyond the main glamping area. "If you like bunkers, canons, and barracks, with a view, then come here. There is a lighthouse that still functions and plenty of beach access. You could even play tennis here if you wanted," notes a visitor at Fort Worden State Park.
Beach activities: The shoreline offers diverse experiences across different campgrounds. "The hike in from the northern park boundary is amazingly beautiful and it sure makes you appreciate the spot once you get there. There are trails everywhere from the campsites, but most importantly down to the beach and Cranberry Lake," reports a camper at Deception Pass State Park.
Wildlife viewing: The region's ecosystem supports various wildlife viewing opportunities. According to one camper at Dosewallips State Park, "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."
Ferry excursions: Take advantage of nearby ferry services for day trips. A visitor to Fort Casey notes, "The Port Townsend ferry is right there so you can enjoy watching the ferry come and go. It would also be a great day excursion to walk onto the ferry and spend the day walking around and exploring Port Townsend, it's about a 30 min ferry boat ride too."
Water access: Proximity to shorelines ranks high among camper preferences. "We spent the entire weekend here camping, $50 per night for an electric & water site, the bathrooms are clean and there's always one close. 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 a visitor at Fort Worden State Park.
Private sites: Despite proximity to others, some campgrounds offer secluded options. At Rhododendron Campground, a camper notes, "I had my eye on Rhododendron Campground, but checked at the State Parks on the way here. They were all packed full. I'm so glad this is where I ended up. Much cheaper ($15/site), much smaller (15 sites total), excellent site placement & sense of privacy (I can't see anyone from where we are)."
Recreational facilities: Glamping close to Port Townsend, Washington often includes access to shared amenities. "This campground is great, the reservation system is super easy to use, facilities are clean, theres a convenient store within walking distance for any forgotten camp essentials, and trails to the bridge and beaches leave from right next to the sites," explains a visitor at Deception Pass State Park.
Navy operations: Military aircraft noise affects several camping areas. A camper at Rhododendron Campground warns, "Military jets flew back and forth for an hour starting at 8PM--these aren't normal airplane sounds. It's frighteningly LOUD. For a solid hour."
Site spacing variations: Campground layouts differ significantly across the region. At Upper Oak Bay Park, a visitor notes, "We checked out this campground but decided to stay at the Lower Bay campground. This campground (upper) is just more traditional, with separate sites and loops and a host. Some of the sites have a nice water view."
Seasonal considerations: Winter camping offers unique experiences. "Jan 24-26, 2025 We went for a winter meet-up with my local teardrop trailer group. As mentioned in other reviews, the beach campground is very open with little privacy between spots, but there is quite a bit of space. The first night there were a few gusts of wind that shook the trailer, but it died down," reports a Fort Worden State Park visitor.
Reservation requirements: Many popular spots require advance planning. "Managed to get a last minute 2 night reservation in June. Site was great with lots of room and full services. Excellent area for walking on the trails or the beaches. Close to town for shopping and restaurants," shares a Fort Worden visitor.
Playground access: Several campgrounds feature dedicated play areas. At Camano Island State Park, a camper appreciates that "My little one loves the playground and a green field. Beautiful view of the bay. Reasonable price."
Junior Ranger programs: Educational activities enhance family camping experiences. A visitor to Fort Worden State Park recommends, "Kids of all ages should do the Junior Ranger program which the Gift Shop has the packets."
Beach exploration: Tidal areas provide interactive learning opportunities. "Fun and safe campground. Near the beach with a small aquarium open on the weekend. The family had a blast," notes a Fort Worden visitor.
Swimming options: Shallow water areas offer safer places for children to play. A Deception Pass camper explains, "Cranberry Lake has a designated swimming area where the water is super shallow and just perfect for the kiddos."
Site selection: Choose carefully based on rig size and hookup needs. At Kitsap Memorial State Park, an RVer advises, "RV sites 1, 2, 4, 9, and 11 will be easier to back in to. The other full hook up sites are 90° approaches."
Utility considerations: Water pressure varies between campgrounds. The same Kitsap Memorial visitor notes, "Water pressure is low, averaging just over 20psi."
Space awareness: RV spots often trade spaciousness for amenities. "The camper spots are really close together. There is a big field to play ride bikes walk dog etc. The beach is really nice and nearby and at low tide is so peaceful to take a walk," reports a Kitsap Memorial camper.
Winter camping advantages: Off-season camping offers unique benefits for RVers. A Fort Worden visitor shares, "Even in winter, the park was busy with people during the day and the campground was full. There is so much to explore, I wish I'd had more time there."
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