14 campgrounds with availability this weekend
Several RV parks surround Ruston, Washington, offering year-round accommodations for motorhome travelers, with options ranging from full-hookup urban RV campgrounds to state park sites. Sun Outdoors Gig Harbor, located just west of Ruston, features 102 full hookup sites with both 30 and 50 amp electrical service. The park includes laundry facilities, propane fill service, and is designated as big-rig friendly. Angle Lake RV Park provides similar amenities with full hookups and 50 amp service, along with on-site RV storage options. Trailer Inns RV Park in Bellevue maintains 100 sites with full hookups and operates year-round, though fires are not permitted within the park. Sites throughout these facilities typically include concrete or gravel pads with picnic tables. As one visitor to Sun Outdoors Gig Harbor noted, "Sites are large for travel trailers and motor homes, they also have power and water, there is a dump station you can use on your way home free of charge."
Reservations are strongly recommended for RV camping in this region, particularly during summer months when parks reach capacity. Most facilities offer sanitary dump stations, though Enumclaw Expo Center RV Park operates without one. Cell service varies by location, with parks closer to urban areas providing reliable connectivity. One traveler at Dash Point State Park reported, "We had to leave early because it was just not suiting our needs and was very uncomfortable," citing significant grading issues requiring 5-6 inches of leveling blocks. Pet policies are generally accommodating throughout the area, with most parks allowing dogs with standard leash requirements. Propane fill services are available at select locations including Sun Outdoors Gig Harbor and Angle Lake RV Park. RV campers should note that some parks enforce restrictions on RV age, with certain facilities only accepting newer models manufactured after 2005. Checking individual campground policies before booking is especially important for older rigs.
"Great place, peaceful, lots of trees. All types of site- large, small, full hook ups (30&50) to rustic, small tent area. Water pressure challenges on hill, WiFi ok/slow."
"This is definitely a RV resort, but there are 5or 6 tent camping sites under some big trees which provide shade almost all day. Nice bathroom and showers."
from $57 - $104 / night
"We really enjoyed our stay here it was very quiet and peaceful sites were long and roomy with a fire ring and picnic table. Good cell service with AT&T and Sprint."
"Lots of trees in our section separating us but in other sections your really close to each other. It is first come first serve and lucky us we got 50 amp."
"Wanted them close by otherwise likely wouldn’t have stayed here. Great option for family in town and wanting to be close by. Close to the airport if you need to leave your RV for a bit and fly out."
"No shower or bathroom but the staff is friendly and the space is a slice of quiet nature. Imrated 4 stars because it is the most confusing location for a driver or friend to find."
from $100 - $120 / night
"Had full hook up, everything worked as it should. The store has a good stock of stuff."
"This is our first trailer camping trip ever so we wanted to start small and close to home."
from $44 - $49 / night
"Really nice campground that had everything we were looking for in an RV resort. Nice paved and level sites that can accommodate any size RV."
"Pros: Concrete level pads 50 AMP Full sewer & water hookup Excellent facilities Free dryer usage Clean pool 3-5’ deep Exceptional showers in bath house Cons: No picnic tables or shade on site RV"
from $10 - $30 / night
"Water and Electric (50 amp) only. There are several dump stations nearby. Very quiet and low key."
"Very nice small park with basic amenities and large private or cramped sites based on what you choose and pay for. Some have fire rings."
from $35 - $50 / night
"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."
"They have water, propane, and a dump. They also have great long-term rates."
from $62 - $750 / night
"Indoor pool, small playground, dog run and well marked facility. Each space is large enough for camper and your vehicle and comes with a small storage shed."
"We felt welcomed as soon as we walked to the check-in desk. Dave and Victoria are so kind. This place is so nice and neat and clean. They have a pool and a hot tub which is a plus and a sauna."
from $45 - $70 / night
"Last minute on our way from mt ranier called and got a 1 night full hookup for the van. We could fill up water and dump before our return. Also took showers in their shower house and bathrooms."
"Look…it’s not a resort or a place you go to for the fun amenities. But, it’s 15 minutes to Seattle."
ScoutNo shower or bathroom but the staff is friendly and the space is a slice of quiet nature. Imrated 4 stars because it is the most confusing location for a driver or friend to find. It's nestled behind a Shell station and Google Maps will deliver your guests to a parking lot across the street..
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.
ScoutThis place is so nice. We felt welcomed as soon as we walked to the check-in desk. Dave and Victoria are so kind. This place is so nice and neat and clean. They have a pool and a hot tub which is a plus and a sauna. It was very nice to be able to chatter with them and joke back-and-forth like they were old friends. You can’t go wrong staying here. The only thing is I hate to tell anyone how nice it is cause then I might not be able to get in.
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
GuideStayed Sept 28 to 30th 2026. Nice park, hot showers, clean bathrooms, enjoyed our stay
RangerIt was MAGICAL- mushrooms, fall leaves, and moss everywhere. Keep in mind that there’s no signal, Starlink nor cell.. we also were freezing at night (35 degrees) in early October and the spots were tricky for our bigger rig. But if you have a smaller rig there’s tons of places off of road 73 for dispersed camping. Bumpy road to get there but keep on driving and you’ll find places with even firepits.
ScoutIt IS a pretty, private, moderately priced rv park. Too bad -- there is a note announcing their permanent closure 10/31/2026. Enjoy it while you can!
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.
ScoutMy wife and I came to this campground recently (9/26 - 9/29) and overall it was a great trip. The staff (Rangers) were so friendly and helpful. The site we had for our 20 ft trailer was a pull-through site which was quite level. It was pretty shady and use of our solar panel was minimal. The proximity to Paradise was great. It was incredibly crowded at Paradise despite being so late in September. The campground filled up to full within a couple of hours of our arrival around 2:30 pm. Bathrooms are very basic (flush toilets and only cold water sinks). There was a water bottle filler right outside the bathroom and tasted great. There is no option to fill trailer tanks with water. Their water filler and dump station has been out of order for a couple of years per the ranger, so I don't expect it to be fixed anytime soon. We were told that there was a water filling station in Alder Lake Park but it is a ways from this campground. We brought our own water so didn't need it. Our site itself was great but there is a reasonable amount of debris around other sites. Overall, we would come again.
RV campgrounds surrounding Ruston, Washington provide convenient year-round options for travelers within 20-30 minutes of downtown Seattle. The area sits at sea level along Puget Sound with moderate temperatures ranging from 35-80°F throughout the year. Winter campers should prepare for frequent rain from November through March, while summer typically brings dry conditions with occasional heatwaves.
Waterfront access: Sun Outdoors Gig Harbor provides a convenient base for water activities. "Waterfront is right down the street. Costco, Home Depot, Albertsons and other shopping close by," notes Jacob P., who found the tent camping sites offer "shade almost all day."
Walking trails: Lake Pleasant RV Park features short hiking paths around its property. "Around the perimeter of the park are short hiking trails through the trees — somewhat steep gravel trails that give you an added level of workout over laps around the park," writes Kristin S., who also mentions easy access to the Samammish River and Burke Gilman trails less than 2 miles away.
Mount Rainier exploration: Enumclaw Expo Center RV Park serves as a base for mountain adventures. One visitor notes it's a "nice older park at the base of Mt. Rainier" with "very quiet and low key" surroundings, though "No view of Rainier but views r very nearby."
Clean facilities: Campers consistently mention cleanliness at Cove RV Park & Country Store, where Mike, the grounds manager, receives praise. "Mike and the ladies in the office just great people, very helpful and friendly," notes Adrian H., who appreciated that "everything worked as it should" with their full hookup.
Convenience to Seattle: Many RVers value proximity to the city. At Trailer Inns RV Park in Bellevue, one family found it "a perfect place for dropping your mobile hotel room and explore Seattle and the surrounding areas" with only "10-15min to downtown Seattle."
Pet-friendly options: Most parks accommodate pets with designated areas. Lake Pleasant RV Park visitors enjoy watching "resident ducks in the pond" and seeing "lots of geese, ducks, and bunnies around the property" according to Terri, who also appreciated the "great privacy hedges between spots."
Age restrictions: Some parks limit older RVs. Enumclaw Expo Center RV Park doesn't "allow drop-ins or vehicles older than 20 yrs," according to Madeline W., despite its otherwise positive rating.
Leveling challenges: Terrain varies significantly between parks. At Tall Chief Campground, one visitor stayed for work reasons and found it "perfect beautiful, CHEEP CHEEP, not too good to be true, just right" with "all hook ups included" though they recommend you "bring your dump tote!"
Noise considerations: Highway proximity affects some locations. At Trailer Inns RV Park, Vicky S. reported: "One of my neighbors ran a loud AC overnight. I needed earplugs," while noting the park is "basically a paved parking lot" where "vehicles are packed in tight."
Varying occupancy patterns: Several parks have long-term residents. At Issaquah Village RV Park, Wendy R. explains: "Most residents live here full time but there are always people coming in for overnights or weekly," adding they've stayed for both 3-month and 1-month visits.
Playgrounds and activities: Family amenities vary widely between parks. Trailer Inns RV Park (Bellevue) offers an "indoor pool, small playground, dog run" according to Mareesha B., though she cautions "This is not a place for those looking to camp with kids and stay at the camper."
Limited child attractions: Some parks cater more to adults. At Sun Outdoors Gig Harbor, Joseph I. points out it's "pet friendly, but not many attractions for children (no playground, no pool)" despite being "consistently amazing" and "very clean."
Stadium noise: School activities may impact quiet time. At Enumclaw Expo Center RV Park, Marque W. mentions "It is situated next to a H.S. stadium so the game nights get a little bit loud but really not that bad."
Laundry facilities: Cost and availability of laundry varies. Lake Pleasant RV Park offers "laundry very well kept and only $1 each for the washer and dryer" according to Kristin S., who also appreciated having "propane for sale on site."
Storage options: Some parks accommodate trip interruptions. John M. found Lake Pleasant RV Park has "a small storage lot that can accommodate short storage" explaining: "I camped, stored my camper while I went on a cruise, camped and then headed out."
Site spacing: Privacy levels differ significantly. At Sun Outdoors Gig Harbor, Joseph I. noted "The spaces are very close together, but there are a lot of trees and it's very well kept," adding that despite proximity "it was quiet and relaxing."
Extension needs: Hookup locations may require extra equipment. At Washington Land Yacht Harbor, Joe C. warns: "All connections are in the back so imagine hooking up at a parking lot at the concrete stoppers. Sewer and electric, make sure you got enough tubes and extensions."
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