Best Campgrounds near Ruston, WA

Are you in need of a campground near Ruston, WA? Ruston is a great camping destination for everyone. There are tons of nearby hikes, adventurous activities, and sights to see. Find the best campgrounds near Ruston, plus reviews and photos from other campers like you.

Best Camping Sites Near Ruston, Washington (264)

    1. Dash Point State Park Campground

    72 Reviews
    Federal Way, WA
    5 miles
    Website
    +1 (888) 226-7688

    $20 / night

    ""Firstly, I just have to say what a positive and amazing experience I had at this campground. The volunteers were friendly, kind and absolutely awesome to interact with."

    "The campground itself is tucked into a beautiful, forested area with plenty of trees and privacy between sites. Ours had a tent pad, fire ring, and picnic table."

    2. Penrose Point State Park Campground

    19 Reviews
    Lakebay, WA
    11 miles
    Website
    +1 (888) 226-7688

    $32 / night

    "Pros: group camp is very close to beach front area, GREAT CLAMMING AND OYSTERING!"

    "Penrose Point State Park is a great place close to Seattle to go camping in a small or large group. It's tent or camper friendly with plenty of spots for busier seasons."

    3. Sun Outdoors Gig Harbor

    10 Reviews
    Gig Harbor, WA
    5 miles
    Website
    +1 (253) 858-8138

    $57 - $104 / night

    "Close by stores, trails, parks, harbor. Tacoma across bridge (10 minutes - $6.25 toll)."

    "Costco, Home Depot, Albertsons and other shopping close by."

    4. Saltwater State Park Campground

    16 Reviews
    Des Moines, WA
    10 miles
    Website
    +1 (253) 661-4956

    $60 / night

    "My family stayed here for a night when we went out to Washington a few months ago. It was a nice little place."

    "Pay showers ($1 for 3 minutes) and clean restroom with air dryer, pet friendly, lots of trails to hike and a beautiful beach area with a playground, seasonal/weekend snack shop, outdoor shower by the beach"

    5. Game Farm Wilderness Campground

    15 Reviews
    Auburn, WA
    15 miles
    Website
    +1 (253) 931-3043

    $40 / night

    "Just like building and exploring in Minecraft for PC, you can craft your perfect outdoor adventure here, surrounded by nature, and enjoy endless fun and exploration."

    6. Joemma Beach State Park Campground

    10 Reviews
    Lakebay, WA
    15 miles
    Website
    +1 (253) 884-1944

    $12 / night

    "We arrived little later around 6 p.m. And being such a nice day there were only few sites left."

    "Conveniently located right next to the bathroom with an area for parking two vehicles. I have AT&T and had good service in this spot."

    7. Manchester State Park Campground

    18 Reviews
    Manchester, WA
    19 miles
    Website
    +1 (360) 871-4065

    $50 / night

    "Nice wooded campground with access to the water. Plenty of opportunities for day hikes and not far from port orchard Washington. Some sites have hookups and others are dry camping."

    "Trails, views, and history in walking distance. Coin operated showers and clean restrooms."

    8. Holiday Park Military - Lewis McChord Base

    7 Reviews
    Spanaway, WA
    12 miles
    Website
    +1 (253) 982-5488

    "Excellent location for those with military access to the base - active duty, retired or family. 30/50 amp hookups. Beautiful views of American Lake. Pet friendly."

    "It is in the wilderness, on the lake, but it is also fairly close to stores and gas stations. Long term max is 28 days per spot."

    9. Belfair State Park Campground

    18 Reviews
    Belfair, WA
    19 miles
    Website
    +1 (360) 275-0668

    $12 - $50 / night

    "Often our first or last trip of the year, due to its proximity to the greater Seattle area.  Most of the folks we meet are from western Washington. "

    "On the water of the Hood Canal, it offered more family activities than many of the parks around. The campground itself is situated close to the water with several loops, tightly packed together."

    10. Lewis North Travel Camp - Joint Base Lewis McChord

    7 Reviews
    DuPont, WA
    14 miles
    Website
    +1 (253) 967-7744

    $12 - $35 / night

    "Very friendly next to the lake plenty of things to do walking, biking, hiking, fishing, Military museums, not to far off of I-5. Full hookups laundry shower facilities. Cabins too."

    "Unfortunately the restrooms right next to our site were closed so it was a slight walk to the nearest restroom. Restrooms were heated and well taken care of."

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Recent Reviews near Ruston, WA

1259 Reviews of 264 Ruston Campgrounds


  • EThe Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 11, 2025

    Mounthaven Resort

    Nice 3 night stay

    This is a great small campground for exploringMt Rainier. We stayed here with friends from Colorado and explored the park and did some great hiking outside of the park. It’s a small mostly quiet campground with around 17 sites and 10 cabins. I would stay again if going to explore the mountain. Very clean showers and restroom building. There is ice available for purchase and firewood if no burn ban. Very enjoyable stay.

  • andrew The Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 5, 2025

    Lewis North Travel Camp - Joint Base Lewis McChord

    Easy

    If you have access, use it. $50 for FHU. The laundry is fine. The bathhouse is big and well maintained. There are two separate buildings with these facilities. I observed Commons#2. The park is kid of tight for my tastes. But the sites are big and separated from your neighbors. Very comfortable and woodsy. Great place.

  • L
    Sep. 5, 2025

    Vasa Park Resort

    Vasa Park Resort

    We have enjoyed our 3 week stay at this little water front event and RV campground. This is in the shore of Lake Samammish, giving access to swim, paddle, picnic. The facilities and grounds are kept clean and well maintained. It been fun watching the buffet groups come in and have their celebrations. Everyone is friendly and kind.

  • F O.
    Sep. 5, 2025

    Tinkham Campground

    One night

    Road getting into the campground was horrendous their was alot of road noise but the camp sites were big and clean. And at $32.00 a night with no electric was kind of pricey. The camp host was nice.

  • marcus K.The Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 4, 2025

    Cougar Rock Group Campground — Mount Rainier National Park

    Nice quiet campground

    Well maintained national park campground. Reserve on Recreation.gov. Sites have tables, bear boxes and fire pits. Restrooms have flush toilets and sinks for dishes. Ranger is available at the adjacent ranger station for check in or any other questions.

    Its a dry site - as in no water at the campsites. There is a drinking fountain by the bathroom. The dump station was closed for 2025 season and not sure when or if it will re open.

    Its only $20 in 2025.

  • andrew The Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 2, 2025

    Mounthaven Resort

    Like a warm blanket

    First, DO NOT GO PAST THE SIGN where it tells you to stop. If you turn right to the office you will need to back out. We did. The trees are so thick and the spots are separated. It’s wonderful. You have to maneuver your trailer into the spots. The bathhouse is fine with two small “bathrooms”. There is one washer and one dryer at $5 per load. Ouch. There is no real store nearby so have what you need before you get here. WIFI works well; cell service not so much (Verizon). It is beautiful in the woods.

  • c
    Aug. 28, 2025

    Millersylvania State Park Campground

    Nice but crowded

    We enjoyed our stay at Millersylvania. It’s a beautiful place. We purchased firewood from the Boy Scout troop here for $6/bundle. The only downside for us is that it is really crowded, and a few dogs and some very rude people kept us up until about 1 am.

  • Angelo V.The Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 27, 2025

    Ranger Creek Airstrip Dispersed

    Beautiful campground

    Multiple spots surrounding the airstrip. Im working remote so having enough of a clearing that I can access the internet was important. Starlink gets the job done but my t mobile service was basically non-existent.

    I stayed on the east side of the strip and there is plenty of space and locations to settle. I explored the loop to the south west of the strip and there were some large campgrounds that looked made for groups. Plenty of trails to explore as well. This section had rocks blocking vehicles from driving into the campground, so tents only. There is also an incredibly steep hill near the end of the loop that is absolutely not safe in winter.

    There are two vault toilets on ends of the east side. The southern one was out of tp, so bring your own septic safe stuff just in case.

  • LThe Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 26, 2025

    NF-2419 Dispersed Pullout

    Large spot in the woods

    My friend and I met here and had plenty of room for my truck, 21' trailer, and a lost woman who we let pull in and sleep. It was so large that we could have added a few more vehicles. The road wasn't bad. There were blackberry plants all over the place. There was, unfortunately, a lot of trash and no Verizon service.


Guide to Ruston

Camping near Ruston, Washington, offers a mix of beautiful scenery and fun activities for everyone. Whether you're looking for a family-friendly spot or a peaceful retreat, there are plenty of campgrounds to explore.

What to do:

  • Hiking and Wildlife Watching: Many campgrounds have trails where you can hike and see local wildlife. For example, at Dash Point State Park Campground, one camper mentioned, "Several miles of hiking trails and chances to see wildlife or catch frogs."
  • Beach Access: Enjoy the beach at Dosewallips State Park Campground. A visitor shared, "The beach itself is fairly large with plenty of space to stretch out and let your animals go wild without worrying about being too close to other people."
  • Fishing and Water Sports: If you love fishing, Seal Rock Campground is right on the Hood Canal. One reviewer said, "It’s the best of the best! Beach combing, swimming, water sports, marine life, shellfish."

What campers like:

  • Clean Facilities: Campers appreciate well-maintained restrooms and showers. At Millersylvania State Park Campground, a visitor noted, "Super clean bathrooms and showers."
  • Spacious Campsites: Many campgrounds offer roomy sites. A camper at Kanaskat-Palmer State Park mentioned, "The campground is nice and clean... the sites are level and are a mix of back-in and pull-through."
  • Family-Friendly Atmosphere: Campgrounds like Belfair State Park Campground are great for families. One reviewer said, "The kids spent most days playing in the river or at the beach."

What you should know:

  • Noise Levels: Some campgrounds can be noisy due to nearby roads or other campers. A visitor at Dosewallips State Park Campground mentioned, "The logging trucks can be quite loud."
  • Site Proximity: Campsites can be close together, which might affect privacy. A camper at Potlatch State Park Campground noted, "The campsites are dramatically close, so there is little to no privacy if it was busy."
  • Reservation Recommendations: Popular spots fill up quickly, so it's best to reserve in advance. A camper at Kanaskat-Palmer State Park said, "We reserved 3 weeks out and got the last spot."

Tips for camping with families:

  • Kid-Friendly Activities: Look for campgrounds with playgrounds or open spaces. At Millersylvania State Park Campground, one family enjoyed, "The kids spent most days playing in the river or at the beach."
  • Plan for Meals: Bring easy-to-cook meals or snacks. A camper at Belfair State Park Campground mentioned, "Town is 5 minutes down the road if you need something."
  • Safety First: Keep an eye on kids near water or busy areas. A visitor at Twanoh State Park Campground advised, "The campsites are really private due to the vegetation."

Tips from RVers:

  • Check Site Sizes: Make sure your RV fits the site. A camper at Potlatch State Park Campground noted, "The spots are a bit close together and a bit difficult backing in to."
  • Use Full Hookups: Look for campgrounds with full hookups for convenience. A visitor at Kanaskat-Palmer State Park appreciated, "There are also quite a few yurts if you don't have a tent or RV."
  • Stay Connected: Check cell service availability if you need to stay connected. A camper at Dosewallips State Park Campground mentioned, "T-Mobile was 2 bars of 4G LTE reception."

Camping around Ruston, WA, has something for everyone, from families to RV enthusiasts. Enjoy the great outdoors!

Frequently Asked Questions

What camping is available near Ruston, WA?

According to TheDyrt.com, Ruston, WA offers a wide range of camping options, with 264 campgrounds and RV parks near Ruston, WA and 27 free dispersed camping spots.

Which is the most popular campground near Ruston, WA?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Ruston, WA is Dash Point State Park Campground with a 3.9-star rating from 72 reviews.

Where can I find free dispersed camping near Ruston, WA?

According to TheDyrt.com, there are 27 free dispersed camping spots near Ruston, WA.