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GuideLena Lake Campground
Great spot
A nice 3.5 miles ish hike from the parking area to campground. The campsites offers fire rings and has plenty of amazing views of the lake. Don’t forget to pack everything out and leave no trace.
Tent Camping near Seabeck, WA
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Tent campsites near Seabeck, Washington offer a range of backcountry and established experiences in the Kitsap Peninsula area. Green Mountain provides several tent-specific camping areas with picnic tables and fire pits about 15 minutes from Seabeck. NF-2419 Dispersed Site offers more primitive options for those seeking free tent camping with fewer amenities but greater seclusion in the surrounding Olympic National Forest.
Campers should bring adequate supplies as amenities vary significantly between sites. Green Mountain campsites include picnic tables, fire pits, and vault toilets, but no drinking water is available. Sites often feature dirt or compacted gravel surfaces with minimal grading. Dispersed tent camping at NF-2419 requires self-sufficiency, with no toilets or trash facilities. As one camper noted, "It is frequented by others so low privacy unless you camp away from the vehicle path." Many tent sites require a Northwest Forest Pass or other permits, particularly for overnight stays, and seasonal fire bans may restrict campfires during summer months.
Tent campsites in the Seabeck area provide access to extensive trail networks through dense forest terrain. Green Mountain offers hiking connections with multiple trail access points from the campground. The primitive dispersed sites along forest service roads provide more isolated backcountry tent camping experiences. A recent review described NF-2419 as a "truly magical place" despite occasional vehicle traffic on the forest service road. Most sites are accessible during spring through fall, with winter access sometimes limited by snow or road conditions. Backpackers seeking more remote tent camping can venture farther into the Olympic National Forest for additional primitive sites, though these require proper wilderness camping permits and adherence to strict leave-no-trace principles.
Best Tent Campgrounds near Seabeck (98)
1. Lena Lake Campground
"The campsites offers fire rings and has plenty of amazing views of the lake. Don’t forget to pack everything out and leave no trace."
"This is a hike-in campground down a 3.5 mile trail. It sees heavy use from locals on the weekend. There was plenty of room during the week when I was there."
from $5 / night
Check Availability2. Green Mountain
"Nice clean camping area with easy access to multiple trails and logging roads. Trails are open to hiking horseback riding and motorcycles. Camp ground has multiple horse stalls in a common area."
3. Elkhorn Campground
"When looking at campgrounds, my husband and I look for the best hikes around. We really enjoyed staying here, and the hiking was amazing."
"Great glimpses of mountains along the trail. Can’t wait to do it again in the summer!"
4. Blake Island Marine State Park Campground
"Really fantastic location. Very strict rangers which can be good or bad depending on your preference. Quiet hours are at 10pm which is early for some people so be aware."
"Hike the perimeter trail for views all around the island. It's a great place to stay in the summer months and relax."
from $12 - $70 / night
Check Availability5. Upper Lena Lake — Olympic National Park
"This was my first backpacking trip. It was brootal but way beyond worth the exhaustion. Watch out for bees! Be prepared to climb! Provides bear wire to hang your food at night."
"We went in mid June and hit snow about 1 mike past Lena Lake. We continued another mile crossing several downed trees and snow patches before deciding to turn back."
6. NF-2419 Dispersed Site
"Had a blast coming up the mountain with the family , found a few great spots that we pinned for later that are unmarked with fire rings. Not many other campers' sites are well dispersed ."
"Not a bad find that doesn't require any permit of any kind which was great! Would stay here again I pitched a tent which was nice and found a spot right by the river."
7. Dosewallips Campground (walk-in Only) — Olympic National Park
"Elk next to our campsite was fun. There were a lot of sites outside on a field (which I think is weird), but my site and many are in the trees."
8. Dungeness Forks Campground
"We arrived here while beginning our trip around the Olympic peninsula. We unfortunately got caught in rain for almost 2 weeks."
"Great trails and right next to The spit. Only issue is that it is a locally run (county?) park and there's no alcohol allowed they are VERY strict about this policy."
9. Deer Park Campground — Olympic National Park
"Deep park is located on a 7 mile long gravel road. The drive up is tight and not suitable for any type of trailer. The campground has level tent sights that offer a fantastic 360 degree view. "
"Luckily I went and talked to the ranger and he told me of a spot that might still be open…IT WAS! We were there for the weekend."
10. Aldrich Lake
Drive Time
- 18 min from Bremerton, WA
- 1 hr 9 min from Olympia, WA
- 1 hr 15 min from Seattle, WA
- 1 hr 38 min from Mount Vernon, WA
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Tent Camping Reviews near Seabeck, WA
1145 Reviews of 98 Seabeck Campgrounds
Tj J.
ScoutMalaney Creek Farm
Great Private Camping Getaway
arrived at the farm and were greeted by the owners. they got on their quads and led us down a private road through a super nice cedar gated entry and showed us our spot. they gave us a quick run down of the place and let us be. our spot was the Trillium site which has a few hundred foot hike from where you park your car and the portable toilet. the site was pretty cool and very secluded. it had a fire ring with some sawn cedar benches, a pile of firewood and a giant old spool for a table. we threw our marmot up and took a closer look. there is a camp box with info, instant coffee, guides to area sight seeing and food along with a log book to write about your stay. there were also some cool led lighting which was great at night. fire ban was on but they put a big candle on the grate of the fire pit so we had something. we kicked around on the trails which look like they are used by horses and motorcycles but not heavily. some interesting plants in the area. they were working on a new trail that is supposed to eventually lead out to the lake but it wasnt complete yet. however it was covered with wood chips and had a hand cut cedar bridge built on it. you gotta see it. sounds like they are constantly evolving the farm looked like a lot of things in the works. definitely will come back for more time here. night time got spooky with coyotes howling in the distance but the morning there were so many birds chirping and singing you couldnt hear yourself think! oh we found a corn hole game in an open area that they have several picnic tables staged at.
Art S.
LegendLena Lake Campground
Lena Lake campground
This is a hike-in campground down a 3.5 mile trail. It sees heavy use from locals on the weekend. There was plenty of room during the week when I was there. Lena Lake is quiet and serene and the perfect place to sit on a log and journal. Other people walked around the edge of the lake but care must be taken as it's a bit rugged. Follow the leave no trace principles and this place will be one to return to again for yourself and others.
Ariel & John W.
RangerHeart O' the Hills Campground — Olympic National Park
Beautiful clean primitive campgrounds
In the Olympic NP, close to Hurricane Ridge to the south, 15 min to town of Port Ángeles to the north. Camped in loop C. Had a beautiful private site. Old growth forest and hiking trails all around. No hookups, no dump station. Each site has fire ring, picnic table. Each loop has a clean, powered, plumbed bathroom, no showers. Would camp again.
Amy & Stu B.LegendDosewallips State Park Campground
Gorgeous location
This campground is right next to a state park. It’s also very close to a river and lots of woods. We stayed here to see Olympic national park, (I wouldn’t recommend this location to travel to Olympic every day, it was very far.)
The amenities were nice, bathrooms with warm water (one shower per bathroom.)
No laundry, no Wi-Fi and both Verizon and AT&T worked with about one bar.
The sites were level spacious and had a fire ring and picnic table at each. We chose the full hookup option. Firewood could be purchased through the camp host.
The best part about this day was the surrounding area. Every night, my husband and I would walk to the wildlife viewing platform to see lots of birds, or walk down by the river and see lots of elk and bald eagles.
Cary C.GuideTulalip Casino
Quiet and clean
Nice place to have a free spot for the night. Not sure the max number of nights. I forgot to ask. No hook ups and no water available. Clean area and pet exercise area. Security drives by regular.
- ddebra
TravelerCoho Campground
Great rural campground
Coho campground is a forested campground overlooking a large alpine lake. Lots of old growth forest, birds and squirrels live in the campground. The sites are large with a paved drive that can accommodate several vehicles and trailers. Large picnic tables and a fire pit on each site with an area for tents. No electric, water or sewer on the site. There are several flush toilets that are well kept. Bathrooms have an electrical outlet if you need to charge something. Faucets with drinking water. No showers. No cell service and starlink doesn’t work due to trees. Nearest gas station and stores about 35 minutes away. There is a boat ramp and a nice lake for kayaking. Several trails around the lake and campground.
Thomas B.LegendBelfair State Park Campground
On the shores of Hood Canal
This campground is located on the northern side of Hood Canal and offers some great views of the water. About half the sites are in the woods, although they are all pretty close together. Some of the larger sites, including the RV sites, are right next to the beach, and you can set up chairs and have a beautiful view. These sites have little, if any, vegetation to provide privacy. A mid-week visit in early May found lots of sites open. The grounds and bathrooms are clean and well-maintained. There is a lot of open lawn, especially in the day use area, which would be great in the busy summer months. You need a Discover Pass for day use. These are required at pretty much all county and state campgrounds in Washington State. Right now they cost $30 per year. There is one Washington Water Trails site available for people arriving by human-powered boats (kayaks). It's first-come, first-served, with a picnic table and fire ring.
- Michael S.Traveler
Flowing Lake Park & Campground
County park and campground, as expected
This campground is set up as expected for a county park campground. Pretty much all the lots are hard pack gravel with no tent pads. Having a free standing tent is a bonus. Most of the sites are set up that way to accommodate various RV’s or tow behinds. Central located bath house with pay showers. Location on near the lake is good but can be crowded on the weekends. If your launching a boat do it early since trailer parking is limited. Campground spots are quiet and most have good tree cover. Recommend driving through and taking a look first of your local to choose a spot. This is a good spot for car campers or RVs and families.
Guide to Seabeck
Tent camping near Seabeck, Washington provides backcountry experiences in the forested Kitsap Peninsula region, where elevation ranges from sea level to about 1,600 feet at Green Mountain. Summer temperatures typically reach 70-80°F with cooler evenings around 50-60°F. The area receives significant rainfall from October through April, making late spring through early fall the most favorable camping seasons.
What to do
Hiking at Lena Lake: The 3.5-mile trail leads to multiple camping options with varying views. "A gorgeous 3.5 mile hike through a forest, plenty of places to rest or to pull over and take pictures. There is camp sites scattered along the lake as well," explains a Lena Lake Campground visitor.
Star gazing on clear nights: The higher elevation sites offer excellent night sky viewing opportunities when weather permits. A camper at Deer Park Campground shares: "That night it got so dark we were blanketed in stars and it was simply amazing. This campground has no showers or water. They do have pit toilets and firewood for sale."
Fishing in local waterways: Several camping areas provide access to streams and lakes for fishing opportunities. "Right next to the creek/water which was beautiful with wild salmon that we spent the morning fishing for!" notes one visitor to Dungeness Forks Campground.
What campers like
Lakeside camping options: Many tent sites offer water proximity for added recreation options. A camper at Upper Lena Lake states: "It was brootal but way beyond worth the exhaustion. Watch out for bees! Be prepared to climb! Provides bear wire to hang your food at night."
Wildlife viewing opportunities: The area hosts deer, birds, and other forest creatures that frequently visit campsites. "Got to feed 3 Bluejays by hand with my oldest one of our new favorite memories," shares a visitor at NF-2419 Dispersed Site.
Diverse terrain experiences: From riverside to mountaintop, campers can choose varied environments. "Nestled in the valley in between two beautiful rivers. Arrived at 1pm on a Friday and just 2 spots left out of about 10," explains a camper at Dungeness Forks Campground.
What you should know
Limited facilities at dispersed sites: Most free camping areas lack basic amenities. "NF-2419 is a very busy road at all hours. 2 or 3 cars drive by all day and all through the night. As far as we could find there aren't many spots that are more secluded they are mostly just turn outs," notes one camper.
Weather variability: Even summer camping can involve unexpected conditions. At Deer Park Campground, one visitor experienced: "The clouds were in and it was raining till we set up camp. The drive was long to get up, but well worth it. We set up camp during a short rain break."
Restricted access to some sites: Island camping requires boat transportation. "Accessible by boat only. Beautiful park, great hiking!" explains a camper at Blake Island Marine State Park Campground.
Tips for camping with families
Choose sites with kid-friendly amenities: Some areas provide better facilities for family camping. "This was my best spot with my girls (8m and 2 yrs) on our adventure. It was clean, quiet, accessible and all of the sites had what was promised. Elk next to our campsite was fun," shares a visitor at Dosewallips Campground.
Check site availability timing: Popular camping areas fill quickly during peak season. "Arrived here while beginning our trip around the Olympic peninsula. We unfortunately got caught in rain for almost 2 weeks," notes a camper at Dungeness Forks Campground.
Monitor seasonal trail conditions: Snow can affect hiking trails even in summer months. "We went in mid June and hit snow about 1 mile past Lena Lake. We continued another mile crossing several downed trees and snow patches before deciding to turn back," explains a camper from Upper Lena Lake.
Tips from RVers
Road access limitations: Many forest service roads have restrictions for larger vehicles. "Nice clean camping area with easy access to multiple trails and logging roads. Trails are open to hiking horseback riding and motorcycles," notes a visitor to Green Mountain.
Site size considerations: Most tent camping sites near Seabeck have limited space for vehicles. "The drive to the site was accurately steep with little room on either side. Our 19ft campervan made it up and down but a car did need to pull off to the side for us," explains a Dungeness Forks camper.
Alternative accommodations: For those seeking easier access camping experiences, look for drive-in options. "We were on our way to upper Lena, and stopped to check out lower as well. Pretty busy, but it is summer! Beautiful place to visit!" shares a Lena Lake visitor.
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