Karen & Alex M.
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GuideEmigrant Springs State Heritage Area
Good for an overnight...
Agree with other reviewers that this is a pretty campground, however, could only give 3 stars because of the road noise.
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The Starbuck-Lyons Ferry Marina KOA provides upscale glamping options with cabin accommodations along the Snake River in Washington. Situated just over an hour from Walla Walla, this KOA offers rustic-yet-refined cabins with electricity, picnic tables, and access to modern restroom facilities with hot showers. One visitor noted, "The campground is beautiful and the staff is very friendly," highlighting the welcoming atmosphere that complements the comfortable accommodations. Minam State Recreation Area, located about two hours from Walla Walla, offers yurt accommodations for those seeking a more unique glamping experience, combining the comfort of shelter with proximity to outdoor recreation along the Wallowa River.
Egrant Springs State Heritage Area houses distinctive yurts surrounded by old-growth forest in the Blue Mountains. These circular canvas structures feature comfortable beds, electricity, heating, and nearby modern bathroom facilities with hot showers. The area transforms seasonally, offering hiking and wildlife viewing in summer months and cross-country skiing and snowshoeing during winter. According to a camper, "There are plenty of logging trails to hike within walking distance, and more a short drive away." The campground provides access to the historic Oregon Trail with interpretive displays about pioneer history, making it an educational glamping destination with firewood available for purchase on-site and pet-friendly accommodations for travelers exploring eastern Oregon.
Best Glamping Campgrounds near Walla Walla (11)
1. Fishhook Park
"Store close by to grab sodas for our burgers that night. Clean campground and bathrooms. Very friendly hosts!"
"General: 41 RV sites with water and electric plus 11 tent sites in a grassy common area. Site Quality: Reasonable separation between the sites."
from $22 - $110 / night
Check Availability2. Hood Park
"Friendly hosts, pull through with water and electric, with dump station on site (free for registered campers), large grassy sites, tons of space, and right on the Snake River."
"Nice fire pits but you can't have fires. Showere were decent. They need to be updated. Lots of green grass and lots of shade. All in all not bad. We will be back. Hopefully with less spiders."
from $30 - $110 / night
Check Availability3. Emigrant Springs State Heritage Area
"It was a welcome dose of green after a long day of brown along the interstate through Idaho and western Oregon. The cabin was rustic, the shower house was in good repair with nice hot showers."
"When we arrived after dark the 200 ft path to our cabin was cleared and we could easily drag our items stacked on a tarp to our cabin."
from $20 - $92 / night
Check Availability4. Mottet
"First off - you will need a higher clearance vehicle to reach this campground, and signage may be limited so make sure you know your step by step directions beforehand."
5. Wildhorse Casino
"Amazing golf course, super friendly staff, great clean pool! Breakfast at the course is awesome, within walking distance and great bang for the buck."
"Golf, museum, movies, walking trails, nature and special events! This week was the annual July Pow Wow! Clean pool and hot tub. Showers and bathrooms very clean and a laundry room, too!"
6. Midway Campground
"We camped the first week of June, so days were warm and it got cool enough at night to sit close the campfire."
"It's a cool spot and the drive there is beautiful. It's the only campground in the general area meaning it's the only bathroom nearby."
from $8 / night
Check Availability7. Tucannon Campground
"It’s $8/night, no host on site, no reservations, self pay at the board. Really peaceful and quiet, very beautiful. "
"Quiet and away from others."
8. Minam State Recreation Area
"There is access to great swimming holes from this campground. It is a first come, first serve site with limited vegetation between campers. It can be loud depending on neighboards."
"The location of the campground is off to the left-hand side of highway 82 (if coming from Elgin) and down a long gravel road."
9. Spring Creek Campground
"No trash pick up. Every site has a picnic table and a fire pit. We are the only ones here so far-Sunday eve in August"
"It’s direct access onto the road from the highway exit. It’s a rough road about 1.2 miles, that’s bumpy and has lots of pot holes. Snow coverage on the road was minimal, max 2”."
10. Starbuck-Lyons Ferry Marina KOA
"We visited this KOA for several years on 4th of July to visit a concert in Walla Walla. In the early days this KOA was nothing more than dirt tent sites."
Drive Time
- 52 min from Kennewick, WA
- 1 hr 48 min from Lewiston, ID
- 2 hrs 1 min from Yakima, WA
- 2 hrs 34 min from Spokane, WA
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Glamping Reviews near Walla Walla, WA
113 Reviews of 11 Walla Walla Campgrounds
- MMerrie V.
ScoutSpring Creek Campground
Large sites off highway
Rolled in here about 5pm on a Monday night, found a nice flat site to park our van. 3/5 sites available, appears to be lots of dispersed camping nearby too. Nice pit toilet, no water. fire ring with grate and picnic table w ea site. Spring creek dried up.
Greg L.ScoutWildhorse Casino
Great free camping
It's a great spot, it's just a parking lot. But there's enough room for slides, Doesn't seem to have a check in and the gas station next door has free dump and potable water. (There's no sign but an employee said it was potable)
- llexi G.Scout
Hood Park
Camp
Its ok out here water is gross
peachypopsScoutHood Park
Hood park
The people are very nice and the showers are pretty clean and so is the campsites unfortunately the water is a Lil gross but it's still beautiful and peaceful
Filomena S.
TravelerWildhorse Casino
Dry camping
Free dry camping in the parking lot. Doesn't get better than that. They also have a huge grass area for dogs.
Katie D.GuideHood Park
Great place to just relax and enjoy
Friendly hosts, pull through with water and electric, with dump station on site (free for registered campers), large grassy sites, tons of space, and right on the Snake River.
- KKailey S.Traveler
Shilo Troy Resort
Surrounding Mountains & River
This is one of my favorite places to go. I love that the river runs right next to the little town. The views of the mountains and sunsets are stunning!
- NNicole A.Traveler
Emigrant Springs State Heritage Area
Great campground.
Great campground. It is clean and has fun activities such as trails and scavenger hunt papers. The showers are clean and warm.
Guide to Walla Walla
Camping sites around Walla Walla range from densely forested mountain retreats to riverside locations along the Snake River. The region sits at elevations between 500-5,000 feet with hot, dry summers reaching 90°F and winters dropping below freezing. Most campgrounds in the area open from May through September, with limited winter accessibility at lower elevations.
What to do
Fishing access points: Fishhook Park offers direct water access for anglers. "The catfish were biting!" notes one visitor, while another camper mentions "Fishing was great off of the docks." The park includes both shore fishing spots and boat launch facilities.
Hiking nearby trails: At Midway Campground, campers can explore multiple trails without driving elsewhere. "There are plenty of logging trails to hike within walking distance, and more a short drive away," reports a camper. The area provides both day hikes and longer routes.
Water recreation options: Hood Park provides swimming and boating access on the Snake River. "Right on the snake river, so you can practically fish from your camp site if you want. There is a connected wildlife preserve that you can walk around in and also fish in," explains a visitor. The park includes a designated swimming beach area.
What campers like
Riverfront camping: Many visitors appreciate waterfront sites at Fishhook Park. "Not only did we get a spot on the river, but there were free, clean hot showers centrally located," writes one camper. Sites along the water tend to fill quickly during summer months.
Wildlife viewing opportunities: Minam State Recreation Area offers regular wildlife sightings. "Whitetail doe with 2 fawns frequented the campground," notes a visitor. The area's proximity to the river attracts various birds including osprey.
Quiet locations: Spring Creek Campground provides a peaceful setting despite its accessibility. "Great little campground far enough from the interstate to be peaceful. 4 spots available so it fills up fast," advises a camper. The limited number of sites helps maintain the quiet atmosphere.
What you should know
Tent camping considerations: Some areas have specific tent sections with different amenities. At Fishhook Park, "We camped here May 2016. This park we tried the tent only site and it was a bit of a walk to haul all of our stuff. The trees were in bloom and bugs hatching & swarming, so that was a huge hurdle."
Seasonal changes: Weather conditions vary significantly by season. "The area transforms seasonally, offering hiking and wildlife viewing in summer months and cross-country skiing and snowshoeing during winter," notes a visitor to the area's yurt accommodations.
Road conditions: Access to some campgrounds requires careful driving. For Tucannon Campground, a visitor warns, "The GPS gave us the wrong directions and took us on this very backwoods road that was pretty much not a road and the side of a mountain. There is a real road going to this campsite!"
Tips for camping with families
Playground availability: Hood Park offers family-friendly facilities. "There is a playground and interpretive events for kids in the evenings. They even had some movies on the weekends," shares a visitor. The campground hosts regular weekend activities during peak season.
Kid-friendly swimming: Multiple campgrounds offer swimming areas appropriate for children. "Nice swimming area but unless you have a boat there is really nothing to do in the area," notes a Fishhook Park visitor, suggesting bringing additional activities.
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