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TravelerHeart O' the Hills Campground — Olympic National Park
9/10
Very cozy and quiet campground surrounded by the rain forest. What a dream! Super clean restrooms. If there were showers it will be 10/10
Camping near Quilcene, WA
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Camping options near Quilcene, Washington range from established campgrounds to primitive sites along the Hood Canal and Olympic Peninsula. The area includes Lake Leland Campground, a county park with waterfront access, basic amenities, and tent and RV sites. Several state parks within driving distance provide additional camping facilities, including Dosewallips State Park in nearby Brinnon and Seal Rock Campground, both offering beach access along the Hood Canal. Quilcene Community Campground provides an in-town option with easy access to services.
Road access varies across camping areas with most sites accessible by regular vehicles. The region experiences typical Pacific Northwest seasonal patterns with mild summers and wet winters. Most campgrounds operate seasonally, with many closing or reducing services between late fall and spring. Lake Leland Campground operates from early May through late September. One camper noted, "Most sites are large and have a lot of privacy," particularly at Falls View Campground. Travelers should prepare for limited cell service in more remote areas. State park campgrounds generally offer more amenities including flush toilets and potable water, while county parks provide more basic facilities.
The Hood Canal shoreline represents a significant attraction for campers in the region. Seal Rock Campground receives consistently positive reviews for its waterfront location and access to shellfish gathering. A review mentioned, "The views are incredible, most spots offer plenty of privacy, and the bathrooms are always clean and tidy." Many campers appreciate the proximity to outdoor activities including hiking, fishing, and wildlife viewing. Sites near water tend to fill quickly during summer weekends and holidays. Road noise affects some campgrounds, particularly those near Highway 101. Community campgrounds may experience more variable management and rule enforcement, with several reviews noting inconsistent quiet hours enforcement at county parks.
Best Campgrounds near Quilcene (319)
1. Dosewallips State Park Campground
"The grounds are well-maintained with easy access to some hiking trails that are easy to moderate in difficulty."
"Dump station close by worked great on exit. Wooded with ferns. Rain was nice to enjoy through the windows."
from $12 - $88 / night
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"Seal Rock campground is on the Hood canal side of the Olympic peninsula in Washington state. It's actually the second time we camped there, this time on July 3rd and 4th."
"Seal Rock Campground is a nice quiet place tucked away just out side of Brinnon WA. All of the sites are dispersed in a nice forested area which lends for good privacy."
from $18 / night
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"The bike trail runs through the campground and there is access to sports fields via a tunnel under the highway. There are a few short trails around a creek and the beach."
"The winding paths leading from the upper campsites to the water’s edge are a treasure trove for a photographer. Great fun."
from $12 - $56 / night
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"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."
"As the beach side has a lot of open camping we opted for the side nearer the trails that had a feeling of being a step away from the woods. "
from $12 - $231 / night
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"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. There’s group activities too which is great for the kids."
"There is also access to a store with supplies and firewood nearby."
from $12 - $151 / night
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"Big spaces for tents tucked away from other campers. The beach is a short walk away. Real flushing toilets no porta potties. RV dump station only $5."
"Easily accessible water and easy access to the beach. We got a bit lost while walking the trails to the beach. More signs would be nice for fool's like us."
from $12 - $141 / night
Check Availability7. Beach Campground — Fort Worden Historical State Park
"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! "
"Fort and battery tours. a real gem in Washington."
from $12 - $56 / night
Check Availability8. Fay Bainbridge Park
"2, #3, #4 are IMO best after that as they move away from the beach and then curve around in ascending order.
Some neighbor noise, sites are close, but was not busy."
"Great spot on the edge of bainbridge. Lots of spots depending on your preferred privacy level."
from $25 - $95 / night
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"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."
"Few amenities but it’s quiet and tucked back. Easy to access and bathrooms are kept clean."
from $25 / night
Check Availability10. Cove RV Park & Country Store
"This is our first trailer camping trip ever so we wanted to start small and close to home."
"Nice location for hiking or boating in the Hood Canal area, a great store, and fantastic and friendly management made this a very pleasant stay!"
from $44 - $49 / night
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Drive Time
- 50 min from Bremerton, WA
- 1 hr 11 min from Seattle, WA
- 1 hr 23 min from Olympia, WA
- 1 hr 40 min from Mount Vernon, WA
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Recent Reviews near Quilcene, WA
1810 Reviews of 319 Quilcene Campgrounds
- RRussell U.
ScoutCamp Mount Olympus LLC
Great
Great location if you need a base camp near the ferry. Host was nice and accommodating. Very private.
- AAvery L.Traveler
Fairholme Campground — Olympic National Park
Cool site but needs some work
Very nice campsite, they are pretty close together but not the end of the world. Get a lot of hwy 101 truck noise. Only one bathroom per loop, feels like an oversight
Lee D.
LegendLake Pleasant RV Park
A lake, but geese, ducks, and birds!
General: 230-site RV park. Some sites are back-in, some pull-through. Some are lakefront. All are FHU. There is also one yurt.
Site Quality: Paved camper pad on level sites. Unlike most other RV parks, there is some foliage separating the sites, providing a modicum of privacy. We chose a lakefront site, but I think the pull-thru sites in the far rear of the park might have been a better choice (less geese traffic!).
Bath/Shower: There is a large main bathroom with showers near the office. At the rear of the property, there are five bathrooms, each with a toilet, sink, and shower; one of these is ADA accessible. When we arrived late Saturday afternoon, two of these had no toilet paper, and one had no soap. I did see they were being attended to in the evening. Also, no hooks or shelves to put toiletries on. There was often water on the floor in these units, I’m guessing from the showers. The main bathrooms at the front are MUCH nicer, but about a third of a mile walk from the rear sites.
Activities/Amenities: Catch and release fishing. A couple of miles of hiking trails around the perimeter of the campground. These are paved, gravel, or grass, and hilly! The road around the campground is just about a mile and flat, so it was good to run laps if that is your thing (good for me!). Amenities include: a playground, laundry ($2 each for washer and dryer), recycling, a library (I was happy to pick up a book on my to-read list), a dog run, and propane. The lake is nice, but there is a lot of algae, and swimming is not allowed. There are about two dozen geese that roam freely around, leaving goose poop wherever they go! I did see someone watering down the goose by-product on Monday morning, so the staff does work to mitigate this situation. Also ducks, birds, and even bunnies and snails.
As far as RV parks go, this is one of the nicer ones we have stayed at (and less expensive than some). It is convenient to the Seattle area. It is well-tended to; there are flower baskets throughout the property. One star deducted for the bathrooms at the rear of the property.
Jacquie B.
GuideLake Pleasant RV Park
Quiet and clean, d
This is a nice park, clean and quiet. But the draw back is the sites are small, there are bushes between the sites to give some privacy. It is camping in a parking lot. I don't believe you can have campfires. Kids have no place on their site to play so play in the street. More than once I had to honk at them to get them out of the way.
Great location for me, I was visiting my daughter who lives in Seattle.
The park was clean, they wash the goose poop off the sites, but still watch where you step. It is very high priced but they are the only game in town.
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- AAlison L.Traveler
Potlatch State Park Campground
Wonderful Campground
One of my favorite grounds I’ve visited. On-demand hot showers in two buildings, plenty of bathroom stalls (main building has stalls and one shower, second loop has 2 private stalls and 2 private showers, and last loop has one vault toilet)- sites 1-26(?) are fairly close together and close to the main road- second loop I didn’t look too much at, but most of the bigger campers or cars were parked there- last loop has almost all full-shade, larger, and less crowded sites (they’re still fairly small, but with less people it’s not so bad). There are dumpsters and water spigots all over. Clean grounds, friendly on-site host, office staff absolutely wonderful and incredibly helpful. Across the street from the day-use park with lake- super nice, rather small. Rangers do patrol nightly. PLEASE BRING SMALLER BILLS PER OFFICE REQUEST.
MariScoutFay Bainbridge Park
$25 a night - not bad
For the price it’s pretty good. $25 a night! There’s a bathroom and a porta potty close by the campsite but no sink. You have to park in a close parking lot not at your site which we would prefer. Our site was very slanted and hard. Lots of bunnies hopping about. The only lone women’s shower is down near the beach. Same with the men’s. The beach is beautiful but covered in tiny thorns of some kind so don’t wear sandles or flip flops!! It will hurt you! The ocean is beautiful of course but lots of kelp so no swimming for us.
Ronda A.ScoutRV@Olympic
Lovely, clean new campground
Really lovely new campground with great amenities. The spots are very wide and very well maintained. The playground and dog park are great. The restrooms and common areas are excellent, clean, and well-maintained. The manager is friendly and organized. We really enjoyed our 6 nights here!
Alex R.GuideBelfair State Park Campground
Kids will love it here
We usually do dispersed camping because we don’t like being too close to other other campsites. But we were surprised by how much room we had here. It’s not boondocking by any means but still, not a Walmart parking lot either. We had plenty of space for our things and the kids to play. Speaking of, if you are allergic to kids stay away. They have them in all ages and verities here… my kids enjoyed riding bikes and playing at the nearby park from morning until dark. Restrooms are cleaned often, didn’t have any issues with our hooks ups. Is it windy? Yes it’s the ocean. Is there a tide? Yes it’s the ocean….
Guide to Quilcene
Camping near Quilcene, Washington, offers a mix of beautiful scenery and outdoor activities. Whether you're looking for a family-friendly spot or a peaceful retreat, there are several campgrounds to choose from.
What to do
- Hiking: Explore the trails around the area. Many campers enjoy the easy to moderate hiking trails nearby. One reviewer mentioned, "The grounds are well-maintained with easy access to some hiking trails that are easy to moderate in difficulty" at Dosewallips State Park Campground.
- Fishing: If you love fishing, the rivers and lakes in the area are great spots. A camper at Staircase Campground shared, "My man spent most of his time fishing right from our campsite."
- Beach Activities: Enjoy the waterfront at places like Fort Flagler Historical State Park Campground. One visitor noted, "Witnessed a beautiful sunset camping on the bluff," making it a perfect spot for beach lovers.
What campers like
- Clean Facilities: Campers appreciate well-maintained restrooms and showers. A review for Heart O' the Hills Campground stated, "Flush toilets! We heard owls every night."
- Friendly Staff: Many visitors mention the helpfulness of campground hosts. One camper at Sequim Bay State Park Campground said, "Host was a class act helping us out with everything at 11pm when we arrived."
- Scenic Views: Campers love the beautiful surroundings. A review for Dungeness Recreation Area highlighted, "Waking up to the sight of the river right there was just lovely."
What you should know
- Noise Levels: Some campgrounds are near highways, which can be noisy. A visitor at Sequim Bay State Park Campground mentioned, "Upper loop has quite a bit of highway noise."
- Reservations: It's a good idea to book your spot in advance, especially during peak seasons. A camper at Fort Casey Campground noted, "Reservations are almost a necessity for weekends, holidays, and summer months."
- Limited Amenities: Some campgrounds may not have full amenities. A review for Camano Island State Park Campground mentioned, "No hookups whatsoever but you can have your generator."
Tips for camping with families
- Kid-Friendly Activities: Look for campgrounds with playgrounds and safe areas for kids to play. A camper at Dungeness Recreation Area mentioned, "Had a nice playground for kids."
- Choose Quieter Sites: If your family prefers peace, opt for sites further from the road. A review for Heart O' the Hills Campground suggested, "There are quieter tent sites in the back."
- Pack Snacks: Having snacks on hand can keep the kids happy during hikes. One camper at Fort Flagler Historical State Park Campground appreciated the "ample area with picnic table" for family meals.
Tips from RVers
- Check Site Sizes: Make sure your RV fits the site. A reviewer at Fort Casey Campground noted, "The sites were pretty tight."
- Look for Full Hookups: If you need them, check for campgrounds with full hookups. A camper at Sequim Bay State Park Campground mentioned, "The sites with hookups are in trees."
- Be Prepared for Weather: Bring gear for rain or wind, especially in the fall. A visitor at Staircase Campground shared, "The road up is dirt/gravel for the last 5ish miles. Lots of potholes and bumps."
Camping near Quilcene, Washington, has something for everyone, from families to RV enthusiasts. Just remember to plan ahead and enjoy the beautiful outdoors!
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best season for camping in Quilcene, WA?
What is the best season for camping in Quilcene, WA?
Summer is the prime camping season in Quilcene, with warm days and moderate nighttime temperatures providing comfortable conditions. Late spring through early fall (May-September) offers the best weather window, with July and August being the driest months. At Deception Pass State Park Campground, campers note wonderful summer weather despite occasionally chilly nights. Winter camping is possible but challenging, as Dungeness Forks Campground reviews mention significant rainfall, especially in November. The Olympic Peninsula's diverse microclimates mean conditions can vary dramatically even within short distances, so always check weather forecasts before your trip.
Where are campgrounds located near Quilcene, WA?
Where are campgrounds located near Quilcene, WA?
Quilcene offers several camping options in the immediate area and within a short drive. Quilcene Community Campground is conveniently located right off Highway 101 as you enter town, offering 9 compact sites. For lakeside camping, Lake Leland Campground provides boat-in and drive-in access just minutes from Quilcene. The Olympic Peninsula surrounding Quilcene is rich with camping opportunities, including spots near Brinnon, Port Townsend, and throughout Olympic National Park. These locations provide easy access to explore the Hood Canal, Olympic Mountains, and the charming town of Quilcene itself.
What amenities are available at Quilcene campgrounds?
What amenities are available at Quilcene campgrounds?
Amenities at campgrounds near Quilcene vary widely. Dosewallips State Park Campground offers well-maintained grounds with access to hiking trails ranging from easy to moderate difficulty. The campground is suitable for different camping styles and provides basic amenities. At Staircase Campground in Olympic National Park, you'll find riverside campsites with great water access, though facilities are more rustic. Most campgrounds in the area typically provide picnic tables, fire rings, and vault toilets. Some state parks offer additional amenities like playgrounds, shelters, and hiking trail access. RV-specific facilities are limited at many of the more remote sites, so check ahead for hookup availability if needed.
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