6 campgrounds with availability this weekend
Millersylvania State Park Campground near Roy houses premium glamping accommodations including canvas tents with cabin-like structures, providing a comfortable alternative to traditional camping. The park's glamping options feature comfortable beds, BBQ grills, and outdoor seating areas surrounded by old-growth forest. One guest shared, "The 'Glamping tents' are very nice but crazy expensive at over $300 a night." Camp Lakeview and Elkamp Eastcreek also offer upscale glamping experiences with full hookups, heated accommodations, and private outdoor spaces. These luxury camping options provide easy access to nearby attractions while maintaining a secluded forest setting with amenities like picnic tables, fire pits, and clean shower facilities.
Located just south of Olympia, these glamping destinations provide excellent access to Mount Rainier National Park, approximately one hour from Camp Lakeview to the park entrance. Guests enjoy hiking trails, fishing opportunities, and water recreation at Deep Lake within Millersylvania State Park. According to a camper, "This is a beautiful park located on Deep Lake just outside of Olympia. The park itself is huge offering lots of options for campers." Elkamp Eastcreek provides a peaceful setting with meadows for relaxation and clean facilities including coin-operated showers and dish washing stations. The glamping sites throughout the region maintain excellent proximity to Seattle while offering an immersive forest experience with varying levels of privacy between accommodations. Most locations require advance reservations, especially during peak summer months.
"After flying into SeaTac late in the afternoon this campground was a great place to start our Washington trip and only about 30 minutes from the airport."
"This campsite was awesome, we far enough away from other campers so it was still peaceful, you did not feel like you were on top of other campers. The fire pit was nice and had a grill."
Available this weekend
from $23 - $74 / night
"This is a very nice, typical Washington state park with plenty of trees, greenery, hiking, pathways and even a lake."
"It was rainy and the fire pit area had plenty of puddles. Lots of folks came in later in the evening with multiple cars and sat out talking; plenty of them packed up and left before 8 am."
Available this weekend
from $12 - $140 / night
"Super peaceful, great fire pit location, water at the site entrance, portable restrooms away (but close), and best of all right at the river’s edge."
"This site does is a back in, but the slab is at a 90 degree angle from the drive. So you will have to back your trailer around a corner if you plan to park it on the slab. "
"Sites fairly large & private with tons of old trees and right next to a creek. Bathrooms clean. Fire pits and firewood available from hosts. Easy access to Rainier NP. Hosts super nice."
"The owners are very friendly and helpful, it’s in a beautiful area (with a meadow to walk around/chill out in), the bathrooms are very clean and they have showers (coin operated, bring quarters, but only"
from $25 - $40 / night
"This campground has super friendly staff, decent bathrooms and showers, laundry facility, access to a lake, fishing is welcome, swimming allowed, great playground for kids, allows pets, has a small store"
"Limited fire pits and spots are first come first serve and field is not regularly monitored. Bathrooms are portapotties and no shower facilities. Also it is across the road from main campground."
"Spent cool day with fire and s’mores watching the Roosevelt Elk herd lazily spending the day munching on grass. At Dosiwallips campground along Hood Canal."
"They had a dump site, restrooms outside and heated restrooms attached to the office area. I really loved that two of the permanent residents would do security at night as well."
"When we arrived, the other spot was also taken. It’s an $8 fee to reserve online but it turned out to be worth it. We were there on a holiday weekend so keep that in mind."
"This campground is on Mayfield Lake where the Cowlitz River flows into the lake. We were in loop D, which was the only open loop along with the cabins (cabins are loop C and attached to loop D)."
"Spent most of the time on the lake fishing, so we didn't explore the resort much. Great people here, very helpful and friendly."
from $65 - $71 / night
TravelerNice campground, well maintained and rangers often patrol the campsite loops. Bathrooms are nice but dated, but quite expensive campground. Paying in-person was $49 for an RV spot with utilities, but booking online was $69 for the same site. Can be busy on the weekend.
TravelerSpacious spots by a scenic lake. Can accommodate just about any size rig, plenty of sites for both tents and rvs.
TravelerBeautiful spot, lots of great spots for tents, rvs and travel trailers. Loved that there was plenty of space between campsites. Would spend multiple nights here!
ScoutFirst off you get what you pay for it's cheap but you're packed like sardines in a gravel lot that looks trashy as hell I didn't go in the restrooms because they don't have stuff there till after 6:00 p.m. so I was terrified by how disgusting they might be on top of it the owner is quite possibly the rudest most inconsiderate and unempathetic human I've ever encountered he gaslit the hell out of me he insulted my intelligence he lied about our conversations that place is so shady there's no checking or check out time written on their forms they will just make up a time that seems appropriate and then if you don't respond and how they like they'll tell you that you have to leave I thought it was just me but after moving to a beautiful Campground I talked to two out of their individuals that told me that they basically told him to F off and they would find somewhere else really horrible business practices and his sister is just as rude as he is trashy place with Shady practices and Shady people running it. Also if you're one that noise bothers you you will hate this because it's right on the highway and you can hear everything from every spot in the park. Especially if you're looking for nightly you can go down the street to the one they recommended and pay $18 less a night for way more beautiful place
ScoutI wanted to like this campground, but I wouldn’t stay here again for more than maybe one night.
There are signs EVERYWHERE warning about theft, which immediately tells you something about the area. I didn’t have anything stolen, but I was extremely careful about what I left out.
The biggest problem is that you’re basically on your own after hours. There is no campground host, no posted after-hours ranger number, and no non-emergency number at the campground or through the park’s phone system. The staff hours also seem very limited and inconsistent. I arrived around 6:30 PM and nobody was there, and staff didn’t seem to return until around 9–10 AM.
The bathrooms were dirty, out of toilet paper, and the showers were cold. One morning there was a large unleashed dog in the women’s bathroom that growled at me while its owner was showering. I believe she may have been homeless and using the facilities. Again, there was nobody around to contact about it.
Another night, people were extremely loud until almost midnight. Same problem: no host, no ranger and no non-emergency number. Unless something is serious enough for 911, you’re left to deal with it yourself.
There are also a lot of homeless people and visible drug addicts/drug activity around Federal Way. I had been warned about the area before coming here, and I understand why.
The park itself is pretty and might be fine for a quick overnight stay, but for multiple nights, I wouldn’t recommend it. Between the theft warnings, lack of after-hours staff, weird staffing hours, and no way to report non-emergency problems, I never really felt comfortable settling into my campsite.
GuideDecent campground....Ideal location for visiting Mt St Helens....clean, safe, secure.....only issue is locating shower house etc...we ended up using the RV for our needs....full hookups...reasonably priced....easy late evening check in however they should do an upgrade to their campground maps they hand out with check in package...Super tiny print...difficult to read....Checked in after dark which was also challenging due to the tiny print on the map....All in all a decent campground
GuideWe spent one night here. Short walk to the riverside.
GuideThis park has so much potential. Sites are a decent size with OK spacing, no site has sewer and the line at the dump site gets pretty long on the weekends so plan accordingly. There’s is no true access point to the lake but many walking trails from other campers. No, designated swim area if you are into that sort of stuff. A place where this park shines is the park for kids, it’s well kept (as long as campers pick up after their kids). Bathrooms were a little messy but again, this is mostly due to campers….
This park is pretty big but easy to get around. We stayed at main campground B and it has a lot of sites that are mostly in shade. They have a lot of trees but none messed with backing up or trailer height issues. Overall I don’t think I would book here again unless I needed a last minute spot.
TravelerI stayed there for one night on my way back to Seattle, and it was perfect for what I needed. Very quiet back there. The people were all super nice and accommodating. They had a dump site, restrooms outside and heated restrooms attached to the office area. I really loved that two of the permanent residents would do security at night as well. Being a woman and traveling alone, that made me feel very safe. Highly recommend this place!
Campsites near Roy occupy the forested areas between Mount Rainier and Puget Sound, with elevations ranging from 400 to 800 feet above sea level. The region experiences mild summers with average temperatures between 65-80°F during peak camping season (June-September), while winters bring significant rainfall of 40-50 inches annually. Most campgrounds in this area feature second-growth Douglas fir and western red cedar forests, creating natural separation between sites.
Lake activities at Alder Lake Park: Located 25 miles southeast of Roy, this park offers designated swimming areas separated from motorized boating zones. "Alder lake is a great spot for both swim play and boating. The lake has a blocked off no wake area for those that wish to have swim fun and the rest of the lake is for small motorized water craft," says Mary C., who visited the park.
Forest hiking at Dash Point State Park Campground: Find 11 miles of hiking trails just 30 minutes north of Roy. "There are ample trails throughout the park including a lovely trail along the lake, which is not far from the campground," notes Christina F., who appreciates the natural setting.
Kayaking at Ike Kinswa State Park Campground: Protected kayaking areas extend up the Cowlitz River where it meets Mayfield Lake. "There's even a protected kayaking area that goes up the river. We found a lovely beach up there to explore," shares Bonnie H., who visited the park.
Privacy between sites: Many campgrounds offer wooded separation that creates secluded camping experiences. "This campground is remarkable in the privacy between each of the camping spots, the bird life, the wild and deep forest vibes, and the walking trails," writes Brittany D. about Dash Point State Park.
Clean facilities: Most parks maintain well-kept bathrooms and shower buildings. At Elkamp Eastcreek, "The bathrooms were always clean. There's designated dish washing station (though there's no spout right now) and potable water station," according to Sarah Claire B., who appreciated these amenities.
Tent pad construction: Several campgrounds provide specially prepared tent sites with extra cushioning. "The campsites are pretty private and there's specific spots for your tent that has an extra layer of mulch underneath for cushioning," notes Sarah Claire B. about Elkamp Eastcreek.
Reservation requirements: Most campgrounds require advance bookings, especially during summer months. "After months of trying to get reservations for this popular campground, we finally got one for Thanksgiving weekend!" shares Christina F. about Millersylvania State Park Campground.
Shower facilities: Shower options vary by campground, with some requiring tokens. "Showers are older but clean. Need to buy tokens for the shower," explains Kate B. from Dash Point.
Cell service variations: Connectivity differs significantly between sites. "We had decent service for Verizon," reports Christina F. about Millersylvania, while another campground notes "Beautiful campsite, amazing trails just no cell service."
Playground access: Several parks offer play equipment for children. At Camp Lakeview, "There is a playground next to a volleyball court and basketball court. A small beach with a large dock was available for use during the day as well as a boat launch and fishing dock," according to Julia B.
Weekend vs. weekday stays: Consider timing for optimal experience. "The weekends get very busy but during the weeks it is a cozy little community," notes Julia B. about Camp Lakeview.
Biking opportunities: Several parks offer family-friendly cycling routes. "We absolutely love this campground. We usually reserve the 3 sites that are closest to the swimming area (no guard). Our kids love walking the trails and riding their bikes around the loops," shares Latosha H. about Ike Kinswa State Park.
Yurt camping alternatives: For those without RVs seeking Roy, Washington yurt camping options, Riverbend Campground offers comparable accommodations. "If you don't happen to have an RV or a tent, you can rent Elkamp's Airstream by the night. And while I don't see a link on the website, there's also a cabin you can rent," notes William B.
Site leveling considerations: Some parks require additional equipment. "The only reason for 4 stars instead of 5 is because our site had a huge mud puddle from the road going to the power and water hook-up. The thin layer of mud on the pavement made things quite slick as I was trying to get leveling blocks down," shares Christina F. about Millersylvania State Park.
Electrical hookup limitations: Check power capabilities before booking. "They advertise 30A service, but the grid cannot handle it. Breakers flip often, especially in the colder months when campers are trying to stay warm," warns Michael R. about electrical constraints at some campgrounds.
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