Glamping near Pullman, Washington offers varied experiences in southeastern Washington's Palouse region, where elevations range from 700 to 2,400 feet. The Snake River corridor provides water-based recreation opportunities with summer temperatures typically reaching 85-95°F. Fall camping season extends through October with cooler nights requiring additional layers.
What to do
Hiking trails: Fields Spring State Park Campground features a 2-mile roundtrip hike to Puffer Butte with views spanning three states. "The hiking trail was long and absolutely amazing, and we ended up near a fire cabin used during the winter and summer. We saw so much wildlife since it's located far away from cities and people," reports one visitor.
Fishing spots: Winchester Lake State Park provides year-round access to diverse fishing. "We caught blue gill, trout, bass, crappie, perch, cat fish and had a small Tiger Muskie on the line but lost it," shares a regular visitor. The lake is stocked regularly and offers accessible fishing piers.
Waterfront recreation: Chief Timothy Park sits on a 282-acre island with multiple water access points. "Perfect location for swimming, kayaking, and fishing! There is also a trail all the way around the island for hiking/walking with great views," notes a camper who visits regularly.
What campers like
Clean facilities: Premier RV Resort at Granite Lake maintains high cleanliness standards. "The whole park is clean and well taken care of. The spot was paved with lawn surrounding," reports a recent guest. Bathrooms and common areas receive frequent maintenance.
Quiet atmosphere: Fields Spring State Park offers a peaceful retreat despite holiday crowds. "We dreaded dealing with crowds over the 4th of July weekend... Even on July 3, there were still a handful of empty sites. It was very quiet," shares a visitor who appreciated the solitude.
Wildlife viewing: Hells Gate State Park Campground provides natural habitat for various species. "Awesome camp ground right on the river. We saw lots of different wild life," notes one camper. Morning and evening hours offer the best wildlife spotting opportunities.
What you should know
Cell service limitations: Cell coverage varies significantly across camping areas. At Premier RV Resort, "No Verizon coverage and free wifi is junk. But for $3/day you can get decent wifi," reports one guest. Boyer Park & Marina KOA has similar issues according to visitors.
Weather considerations: Strong winds can affect camping experiences along the Snake River. "The winds come through quite a bit which helps with the heat but make sure everything is secured down," advises one camper about their stay at Boyer Park & Marina KOA.
Reservation requirements: Many popular glamping spots require advance booking. "Super safe and well organized. A little pricey and you need a reservation. Usually packed," explains a visitor about the reservation process.
Tips for camping with families
Playground access: Winchester Lake State Park Campground offers recreational facilities for children. "Nice campsite options, tent, RV, and yurt. Nice place to ride bikes, fish, hike, and relax," shares a family who regularly visits the park.
Swimming areas: Chief Timothy Park provides designated swimming zones. "They have a designated swimming area and a boat launch if you have a boat. My family always loves camping here," notes a regular visitor with children.
Educational opportunities: Hells Gate State Park incorporates learning with recreation. "Camping right on the Snake River with Lewis & Clark Discovery Center. Lots of sites, water restrooms, showers, and fire pits," mentions a visitor who appreciated the historical context.
Tips from RVers
Site selection strategy: When booking at Premier RV Resort, consider specific site requests. "When you reserve online they don't allow you to pick your site and so you get what you get. Tip- call after booking online to request a site," advises an experienced RVer.
Access challenges: Freeman Creek Campground — Dworshak State Park requires careful navigation. "Google maps wrecked us- I selected 'quickest route' and had NO warnings that we would be driving up the narrowest gravel road with an 11% incline! Once we started the decline it was mercifully paved but signage posted stated '2 road lane can be used as single lane'," warns an RV owner who faced difficulties.
Hookup availability: Winchester Lake State Park offers partial hookups. "We pulled our 40ft RV up here and had a great time! Not full hookups but lots of fishing. We were there for two weeks and they did have electricity and water hookups just no dump," explains a long-term visitor who found the trade-offs worthwhile.
