Best Dog-Friendly Camping near Port Townsend, WA

Fort Worden State Park's campgrounds welcome pets throughout both the Beach Campground and Upper Forest areas. The park features spacious campsites with beach access, full hookups, and clean restrooms where leashed dogs can accompany their owners. Fort Flagler Historical State Park Campground, Deception Pass State Park, and Fort Townsend Historical State Park all maintain pet-friendly policies across their tent, RV, and cabin accommodations. Most parks require pets to remain on leashes no longer than eight feet, with designated pet waste stations positioned throughout camping areas. Campsites typically allow up to three pets per site with proper supervision. Clean bathrooms and showers provide convenience for pet owners after beach walks. Park rangers enforce noise regulations, so excessive barking must be managed by owners. Campgrounds near Port Townsend, Washington are listed with photos on The Dyrt.

The extensive trail network surrounding Port Townsend campgrounds offers numerous options for exercising dogs, including the beach trails at Fort Worden where pets frequently enjoy sand and water access. Point Hudson Marina & RV Park provides downtown access with walking distance to pet-friendly restaurants and shops. Fort Ebey and Sequim Bay State Parks feature dedicated pet walking paths with waste disposal stations at trail junctions. During summer months, early morning or evening walks prove most comfortable for pets due to moderate daytime temperatures. Veterinary services are available in Port Townsend and Sequim for emergency care. Several campgrounds provide water spigots near pet areas for drinking and rinsing sandy paws after beach excursions. Wildlife encounters require proper leash control as deer are common throughout the area, especially at Fort Worden where they frequently approach campsites.

Best Dog-Friendly Sites Near Port Townsend, Washington (169)

    1. Fort Flagler Historical State Park Campground

    35 Reviews
    Nordland, WA
    4 miles
    Website
    +1 (360) 385-1259

    "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."

    2. Beach Campground — Fort Worden Historical State Park

    33 Reviews
    Port Townsend, WA
    2 miles
    Website
    +1 (360) 344-4400

    "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! "

    "Being close to the beach and trails was nice. So many places to explore around the old military fort. Also spent an afternoon in Port Townsend which is a fun little town. We will definitely be back."

    3. Deception Pass State Park Campground

    109 Reviews
    Anacortes, WA
    21 miles
    Website
    +1 (360) 675-2417

    $12 - $40 / night

    "Close to water. Close to beach. Lots of hiking trails good for all ages. ADA friendly and pets allowed while on leashes."

    "If you look at the map, you can pick some spots with privacy (tent and rv spots) Great trails in the area. For training, hiking, or just casual walking; you can do all of the above."

    4. Sequim Bay State Park Campground

    33 Reviews
    Sequim, WA
    13 miles
    Website
    +1 (360) 902-8844

    $32 - $50 / night

    "I was on the edge of the campground with views of the water. Sequim Bay State Park is a fairly small park with lots of sites and recreational areas."

    "The site adjacent to us looked like a homeless camp. Young couple with 2 forever barking dogs, obviously living there with amount of belongs strewn around."

    5. Fort Townsend Historical State Park Campground

    14 Reviews
    Port Townsend, WA
    3 miles
    Website
    +1 (360) 344-4431

    $32 / night

    "The sites for RVs out near the old parade grounds are pretty tightly packed."

    "This nice little campground probably gets overlooked by people heading to Port Townsend or Marrowstone Island, but it’s well worth consideration."

    6. Fort Ebey State Park Campground

    14 Reviews
    Coupeville, WA
    7 miles
    Website
    +1 (360) 678-4636

    "Most sites don’t have a sense of privacy (some are literally right next to each other with no clear delineation where one ends and the other begins), but there were a lot of “extra vehicle parking only"

    "We didn't have a view where we were but I loved the wooded area and it was just a short walk to the bluff overlooking the Strait of Juan de Fuca."

    7. Point Hudson Marina & RV Park

    9 Reviews
    Port Townsend, WA
    1 mile
    Website
    +1 (360) 385-2828

    $33 - $77 / night

    "Port Townsend is one of our favorite locations, having come here by sailboat for decades and now with a travel trailer."

    "This is the best way to spend time in our trailer, act like we're camping, while exploring Port Townsend one of the coolest towns in WA. Excellent weekend getaway."

    8. Lower Oak Bay Park

    8 Reviews
    Chimacum, WA
    7 miles
    Website

    $30 / night

    "There are two sections to this small, tucked away campground on the edge of the Salish Sea, one in the forested area and another out on the beach spit."

    "Nice stream of locals walking dogs and travelers on a pit stop."

    9. Evergreen Coho SKP Park

    5 Reviews
    Chimacum, WA
    7 miles
    Website
    +1 (360) 385-6538

    $8 - $619 / night

    "The location is a bit remote hence very quiet. I like that it's only about 10-12 minutes to Port Townsend, a bustling everything-you-could-possibly want hip town. Perfect for my tastes and needs."

    "FHU sites are around $33 depending on in-season/off-season, but I don't know how we would have figured out which sites were available."

    10. Dungeness Recreation Area

    22 Reviews
    Carlsborg, WA
    19 miles
    Website
    +1 (360) 683-5847

    "Just go for a walk out the spit to get a unique perspective of the Strait of Juan de Fuca. This is a USFWS refuge and campground,so if your into seabirds, this is the place to go."

    "Campground was located a short walk away from bluffs overlooking the Strait of Juan de Fuca and British Columbia. Beautiful sunset views!"

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Dog-Friendly Camping Reviews near Port Townsend, WA

1444 Reviews of 169 Port Townsend Campgrounds


  • Paul O.
    Jun. 2, 2022

    Fort Townsend Historical State Park Campground

    Very good park, RV sites might be noisy when the park is full

    We camped here during mid week shoulder season taking our first time RV on a shakedown trip. The park is really nice. Lots of good, medium difficulty hikes, as well as interesting history (old military graveyard, anyone). The sites for RVs out near the old parade grounds are pretty tightly packed. There was no one else here, so it was not a problem for us, but I could imagine it packed with kids, riding bikes around the loop and playing in the fields (good news if you have kids!). The sites in the forest on the hill are much bigger and more secluded, but the road would be tight for any trailer over 20 or so feet. Ours is 25’ and I would not try it back there. Overall the visit was good. It is 5 minutes from Port Townsend with lots of shops, eats, arts and pubs.

  • J
    Sep. 11, 2018

    Fort Flagler Historical State Park Campground

    So much to do

    Loved camping here we had a big party. 23 total - including 9 kids. 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. Port Townsend is just a short drive way and there are other beaches and areas to explore.

    The campsites are spacious and clean with easy access to water.

  • Kelly H.The Dyrt PRO User
    Jan. 28, 2022

    Beach Campground — Fort Worden Historical State Park

    Scenic beauty, history and lots to do, what's not to love?

    I enjoyed this campground.  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.

    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!  A "must visit"!

    Our campsite was clean and had some view of the water.  we were next to the trash enclosure but it was not "offensive".  

    A beautiful area!

  • Thomas B.The Dyrt PRO User
    May. 25, 2021

    Fort Townsend Historical State Park Campground

    Overlooked Opportunity

    This nice little campground probably gets overlooked by people heading to Port Townsend or Marrowstone Island, but it’s well worth consideration. There are sites in the woods that are preferable to the more open sites near the day use area, which are very close together. The sites in the wooded loop offer better privacy, although heavy tree cover limits the sunlight if you have solar. Nice beach down the hill. Also not too far from the Port Townsend historic waterfront, which would be a nice bike ride but a long walk. Clean and well maintained. Would definitely go back for a night or two

  • Rand H.
    Feb. 24, 2021

    Fort Casey Campground

    This place is awesome

    Really neat military relics. Walk to the ferry to visit Port Townsend for the day. Camp in the deep woods. This place is awesome!

  • CThe Dyrt PRO User
    May. 6, 2025

    Point Hudson Marina & RV Park

    Favorite Location

    Port Townsend is one of our favorite locations, having come here by sailboat for decades and now with a travel trailer. Point Hudson marina and campground are right on the edge of downtown PT and have beautiful views and access for culling, kayaking, and paddle boarding. There is no tent camping. It is an easy walk or bike ride to coffee shops, beach, State Park, etc.

  • K
    Mar. 7, 2021

    Fort Townsend Historical State Park Campground

    Enjoyed 1 night here in summer, nice wooded tent site.

    A fine, perhaps underappreciated park. We hiked and biked the trails and napped like slugs on the beach (a short steep walk). Agree that the tight row of sites near the lawn and entrance station were not very attractive, but in the woods above, sites were pleasant and nicely spaced. Definitely worth a night or two. Just 10 minutes from historic Port Townsend and the Whidbey Island ferry.

  • Gary R.
    Oct. 22, 2021

    Point Hudson Marina & RV Park

    Easy to book online, great views, close to everything!

    We have stayed here 4 or 5 times in the past. This is the best way to spend time in our trailer, act like we're camping, while exploring Port Townsend one of the coolest towns in WA. Excellent weekend getaway. Restaurants, shops, marina, history, all within walking distance. Friendly staff, level sites.

  • Brooks S.
    Jan. 21, 2021

    Fort Casey Campground

    Small & Open Campground

    This campground has one loop and it is very open to your neighbors. The fort itself is an easy walk to go and explore the history of the area, plus it also has some fantastic views of the Puget Sound. 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. 

    I did a Speed Test here at this campground as well but i cannot find the screen capture of the report but with my T-mobile hotspot I was getting 5 bars and had speedy internet to be able to work from this site if necessary in the future.


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