Tent Camping Near Seattle, WA
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Best Tent Sites Near Seattle, WA (63)
1. Camano Island State Park Campground
Greenbank, Washington20 Reviews•41 Photos•181 SavesClose to Seattle but a world away, Camano Island Camping offers a mellow, less bustling, but equally friendly alternative to its busier neighbor, Cama Beach State Park.
Forest loop trails provide cool, tranquil hiking, while shoreline strolls offer birding, shell and rock exploration and sweeping views of Puget Sound, Olympic Mountains and Mount Rainier.
Are you happiest in or on the water? Go boating, crabbing, saltwater fishing and sailboarding in Saratoga Passage. Curious about the restored 1930's fishing resort at Cama Beach? Hike the 1-mile trail to check out this neighboring state park.
After a fun day exploring the trails or cavorting in the water, you will probably want to kick back in your forested cabin, pitch your tent or get cozy in your RV. There, you can cook up the delicious crab you have caught, or your dinner of choice, and enjoy a bit of sublime R and R before heading back to the world.
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2. Blake Island Marine State Park Campground
Manchester, Washington3 Reviews•2 Photos•87 Saves- Pets
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- Reservable
- ADA Access
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$12 - $45 / night
3. Woodlands at Lake Stickney
Mill Creek, Washington2 Reviews•6 Photos•18 SavesRemember camping in your parents back yard? or staying the night at your freinds house pitching a tent under the stars? Relive this memory by booking this private residential yard camp site under the trees in this private setting.,yet open to the stars above.
Pitch a tent under the walnut grove. Set up your own picnic table, BBQ grill, electricity, and wifi is available..Enjoy camping outside 200 ft from the Lakeshore of Lake Stickney Public acess where fisherman can fish till thier hearts content. Swimming, fishing, boating, kayaking, canoeing, or bicycling are available. Electricity is available for both Rv parkers and tent campers alike. BBQ grills and smokers are available to cook the days catch.
You will have complete privacy away from it all, yet this site is a 3 minute walk to Lake Stickney for boating, fishing or both. A mile walk to restaurants, grocery stores, and modern amenities. And 10 min drive from paine feild PAE.
Each site with its own nestling among the natural foliage of their property. Choose to be off to yourself among the trees or near the open yard where other campers are.
Please bring your own camping table. Electricity is available to charge phones, laptops, and devices on the property but not at each camp site, wifi, on the property.
Please bring your own camp toilet for your stay and pack your wast out with you. There is also a public Outhouse at the public access is available 200 ft away. Commercial kitchen for large groups is available for an extra charge at the lake Stickney community Club. 3/4 mile away from the public access. Ask me for details..
Meal delivery services are also available through door dash and other delivery services. All meal accommodations are with in 1 mile from the property should you want to bike or walk to such.
This suburban area is quiet off the beaten track to the busy hussle and busle of regular life, yet close to busses,
There are 7 camp sites available which can accommodate 2 persons each. Parking is along the street.
restaurants, grocery store and many other amenities available
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$60 - $68 / night
4. Paine Field Community Park
Mukilteo, Washington2 Reviews•1 Photo•10 Saves- Pets
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- Picnic Table
5. Lena Lake Campground
Lilliwaup, Washington10 Reviews•30 Photos•142 SavesThis heavily used walk-in campground is accessed by hiking 3.5 miles on Lena Lake Trail #810. This backcountry primitive camping area is located along the west-shore of Lena Lake a large 55 acre lake in the Hamma Hamma drainage at 1,800 feet elevation. There are two pit toilets available on the west and north shores. Camp in designated sites located on either side of the lake. This area is heavily impacted by high visitor use! Campers must be familiar with Leave No Trace principles. Pack out all trash, camp within developed sites, and respect other visitors. From the campground there is access to The Brothers Wilderness via The Brothers Trail #821 which ends at The Brothers Base Camp. Wilderness regulations apply within The Brothers Wilderness. View a Lena Lake Campground vicinity map (.pdf)
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$5 / night
6. Hollyhock Farm
Duvall, Washington1 Review•8 Photos•44 SavesHollyhock Farm is a diverse family farm on the hills of the Snoqualmie Valley. We raise a variety of animals using ethical methods that work with nature for the health of our farm and surrounding forest lands. We offer two campsites, as well as a tiny cabin.
All of our listings have a toilet available for use, trash disposal on site, potable water, and campfires are permitted (outside of burn bans.
**Please note that pets are not permitted.**
We have created an additional 1/3 mile nature trail loop for campers to explore our forest. Blackberry picking in season! Those interested in the farm itself can contact the hosts for additional info.
There is an old railroad grade walking/biking trail nearby that runs up and down the length of the Snoqualmie valley. The Snoqualmie river also offers boating, floating, and swimming opportunities. The town of Duvall is 5min away and has restaurants, shopping, and a micro brewery.
Guests love staying with us: "I would give it 6 stars if I could! This stay was magical! A little oasis in the woods, just minutes from civilization :) Phil was an excellent host, the cabin was cozy and so cute, and I will 100% be coming back! I'd love to try out the bigger campsites sometime too! But the tiny cabin and cute little downtown Duvall might just be my new favorite getaway."
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$35 - $65 / night
7. Big Country
Clinton, Washington1 Review•10 Photos•7 SavesOur listing is located on top of a beautifully wooded hill on Whidbey Island. Although we are less than 5 minutes away from the Clinton Ferry terminal, it feels worlds away. The site is fairly secluded, the main house is not visible. Walk to the beach or stroll some of the trails on the property- this listing has a bit of everything. A shower (located in the basement of the main house) is available for campers for an additional fee.
Possession Sound Preserve is 5-8 minutes walking distance from our property. Restaurants, store, brewery and a bar are located 5 minutes away by car.
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- Picnic Table
$50 / night
8. Fort Ebey State Park Campground
Coupeville, Washington13 Reviews•52 Photos•179 SavesThe park has 39 standard campsites, 11 partial-hookup sites with electricity and water hook-ups, one water trail campsite available only to campers who arrive at the park in human-powered watercraft, one restroom (ADA), and two showers (one ADA). Maximum site length will accommodate most extra-large RVs (limited availability). There is no trailer dump station available at this park. The campground is open March 1 - Oct. 31 by reservation.
The park provides a group camp that accommodates up to 60 people. The camp is located on a bluff down the Point Partridge Road. A vault toilet and running water are at the site. Flush toilets and showers are a five-minute walk down an easy trail. Minimum number of people is 20 with a maximum of 60. Maximum number of cars is 20. The group camp is open April 1 through Oct. 31.
Planning a multi-day camping stay? You won't run out of things to do at Fort Ebey State Park!
Set on the western side of Whidbey Island, Fort Ebey was constructed as a coastal defense fort during the Second World War. Its battery was dug into a high bluff and is great fun for kids, adult kids and World War II aficionados. Don't forget your headlamp or flashlight. The park's concrete gun emplacements and underground rooms are great for exploration.
Emerging from the battery, you'll find 25 miles of mixed-use walking and bike trails. The bluff trail overlooks Admiralty Inlet and offers peek-a-boo views of Point Wilson Lighthouse across the bay. Douglas-fir and hemlock provide shade along forested trails sprinkled with pink big-leaf rhododendrons in season. One more thing: Fort Ebey sunsets are unbeatable on a clear evening.
Seaweed harvesting is allowed on the beach between April 16 and May 15; be sure to get a seaweed and shellfish license.
Into active outdoor play? Surfing is a popular beach activity, and paragliding is allowed. Paragliders like to take off from the former parade lawn on the bluff. For observers, it's a stunning visual to behold.
PARK FEATURES Fort Ebey State Park is a 651-acre camping park on Whidbey Island.
Automated pay stations: This park is equipped with automated pay stations for visitors to purchase a one-day or annual Discover Pass and boat launch permit.
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- Reservable
- ADA Access
9. Green Mountain
Seabeck, Washington1 Review•83 Saves- Dispersed camping, or camping outside of a designated campground, is not allowed.
- The camping stay limit is 5 consecutive days, 15 total days per calendar year.
- Tahuya River Horse Camp is only open for weekend camping from Memorial Day to Labor Day
- Quiet hours are from 10 p.m. to 6 a.m.
- Dogs are allowed in Green Mountain and Tahuya but must be kept on a leash. Horseback riders may bring unleashed dogs if they are controlled by voice command.
- Day use fishing sites are open for fishing from April 15 to October 30.
- Be alert for other road users, ranging from heavy vehicles to bicycles, and check your speed accordingly.
- Stay on designated trails. Trails are marked with colored diamonds. White: Single-track trail Yellow: Two-track trail Purple: 4x4 trail
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- Equestrian
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10. Dungeness Forks Campground
Sequim, Washington9 Reviews•32 Photos•197 SavesCampground is located at the fork of the Dungeness and Graywolf Rivers and is a shaded, forested area with evergreen conifers.There are 10 campsites that will accommodate tents. Trailers and motorhomes are not recommended due to steep one lane unpaved road access.
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Recent Tent Reviews in Seattle
992 Reviews of 63 Seattle Campgrounds
Amber G.
Traveler
Hilltop Camp on Forest Road 2419
Amazing
Gorgeous little spot off a national forest road. Stunning views, no light pollution or car sounds at night. It’s December so of course it’s a bit cold at night and I’d recommend at least AWD to get up here. Will be back.
- FFrankie S.
Scout
Kayak Point County Park
Beautiful Campground Near Water
There is a trail that leads down to the water or you can hop in your car for a short drive. We did a walk up site and checked in late, the bathrooms were locked due to it being the off season. We had to stop in at the park station and ask the person working for the bathroom code. Peaceful and very pretty trees.
Lauren Hannah G.
Guide
Flowing Lake Park & Campground
Nice sites
Lovely treed campground. Large sites!
Joshua W.Traveler
Fort Casey Campground
Great spot and quite park
Definitely a nice area to Visit for our first time. Quite and the ferry comes right past the camp ground. Ferry doesn’t blast its horn unless there is a boat in the ferry path. Definitely worth to check out and check out the fort. Showers and nice very clean park.
- TTricia O.Traveler
Middle Fork Campground
Quick Escape
Glad they reopened this campground - it’s a nice quick escape from the city with plenty of accessible / semi accessible trails nearby. Sites are pretty basic, but have a bear locker.
Minecraft A.Scout
Game Farm Wilderness Campground
Game Farm Wilderness Campground
Game Farm Wilderness Campground is like a real-life Minecraft experience. 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. For More Info: https://www.minecraftapks.com/minecraft-for-pc/
Abrianna M.Traveler
South Fork Snoqualmie River Dispersed Site
Beautiful but creepy
Nice area by a creek, very peaceful and quiet during the day, a ton of people around and lots of passerby’s. As soon as it got dark, someone decided to sneak around my campsite with a flashlight and stand outside my tent for some time. Packed up quick and zoomed out of there, very uncomfortable and would not recommend for solo campers.
- AAudrey C.Traveler
Money Creek Campground
Convenient and Beautiful
I just can’t say enough about this campsite. I wound up staying here 4 to 5 days at a time over the course of two months because I loved it so much. It’s private. The spaces allow you to have a certain level of intimacy. They have bathrooms, water, and gray water dump, the host Marissa is just a complete awesome doll. It’s convenient to drive into because it’s right off the highway and about five minutes or so is the town of Skykomish with an incredible deli library a laundromat and a coffee shop I hope to visit here many more times, but I absolutely love it. Oh and cell reception is pretty good. Best we stayed at. For both Google Fi and, Verizon.
- bbrandon W.Guide
NF-2419 Dispersed Site
Nice free boondocking between Port Angeles and Forks
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.
Brandon K.Guide
Fay Bainbridge Park
Puget Sound visit
Good place for families that looks to be kept really clean. The spaces are packed in fairly tight with no dividing barriers of trees. Campsite 10 looks to be the best as it has a little canopy tree and is in the corner without obstruction for a view of the Puget Sound. Water and electric hookup, picnic table, fire pit at each site with additional bathroom with a shower for the grounds. There is a ship playground for the kids and beach volleyball court. It is nestled back through an area of homes that back up to sites 1-8.
Frank B.Traveler
Kanaskat-Palmer State Park
Quiet Park
Really liked the park. Everything was good about it. The only thing for me was that we have a rv, and there is electrical hookups but no water hookups.
Daniel W.GuideSouth Fork Snoqualmie River Dispersed Site
Tinkham camping
Very cool spot with new generation trees growing out of old generation stumps, close to river for water, very popular spot so found a lot of trash but loved the sites and hiking trails nearby
Jonathan H.ScoutGame Farm Wilderness Campground
Arrived just a few min too late...
This looked like a pretty good campground. I could see open tenting spots from the road, even! But I was unable to get in early in the evening with nowhere else to go. Too strict!
- Jonathan H.Scout
Dean's Campground
Dean's Is No More
Unfortunately this campground is permanently closed.
BMRTVScout
Carbon River
Tons of places to camp, can be a party spo5
I came on a Friday so i could get up early to go hiking. I put up my hammock around 7pm, nobody's else there. Around 9-11pm a few people including a 5th wheel arrived and spent a bunch of time moving that around. They ran their generator, lights and music until 2:30am. My bad for coming on a Friday. Woke up to a beautiful sunrise and spent time on the bridge taking photos before riding up the gravel road up to the Summit Lake hike.
Lots of spots along the road which I'll utilize next time to avoid the party :)
- cchristineGuide
Whidbey Island Fairgrounds Campsite - TEMPORARILY CLOSED
Funky, convenient
Langley is a great little town. I don’t know why they haven’t done more to develop the campground- all sites are first-come-first served. They did repair the electrical system this year and just reopened. It’s at the fairgrounds on the edge of town, there’s a largely unlandscaped grass field with electrical boxes & (some) water connections. There is a dump out on site and potable water. There are accessible bathrooms and showers nearby. The campground is on a hill above the horse barn and arena, very convenient to the town of Langley, which is delightful. No camp host available, nobody you can call for assistance. Because the campground just reopened, we were the only ones camped most of the 6 days we were here. I love Langley but they are not as tourist-driven as many towns which have campgrounds like this.
- KKira M.Scout
Camp Lakeview
Awesome place!
I came for my birthday and had a great time. Staff was so friendly and helpful, and the place was clean. They have a little store in case you forget something and firewood that’s way cheaper than buying elsewhere. People were fishing, paddle boarding and swimming. I would absolutely go stay there again!
- KKenScout
Dosewallips State Park Campground
Well-Kept State Park Campground
I spent three nights (arrived Monday, departed Thursday) at this lovely campground about an hour from my house. The grounds are well-maintained with easy access to some hiking trails that are easy to moderate in difficulty. (If I were in better shape without 50+ years of knee problems, I'd rate all the trails as easy.)
The campsites are a short walk to the Dosewallips River, which is shallow and not very fast this time of year. It's a longer walk to the Hood Canal itself.
You're not going to have a private, quiet, pristine wilderness experience here. US 101 runs through the park next to the campground, and the logging trucks can be quite loud. There are lots of families -- meaning, kids running around and riding bikes -- and the campsites are close to one another without any privacy. But, highway traffic is pretty much nonexistent in the evening and night and the entire camp was pretty quiet by 9 pm every evening.
The camp is arranged in a bunch of loops. The first and last sites in each loop are preferable because of all the open space between the site and the road. The last site -- in my case, No. 20 -- is the best with an RV because the trailer will provide privacy from the adjacent campsite and there's a big space to other sites. (See the attached photo.)
T-Mobile was 2 bars of 4G LTE reception. I have a Pepwave cellular modem in my trailer and had virtually no problem streaming shows.
- AAdrian H.Scout
Cove RV Park & Country Store
Great Customer Service
Mike and the ladies in the office just great people, very helpful and friendly
Small park, a little road noise but nothing that bothered us, will stay here again.
Had full hook up, everything worked as it should.
The store has a good stock of stuff.
- JJon W.Traveler
Beckler River Campground
Beautiful campground
Great site, next to a river. Crystal clear water. No running water. Camp toilet. Clean. Great for families
Has Verizon LTE (5mbps), and T-Mobile LTE and 5G (20mbps).
Jason G.Guide
Fort Townsend Historical State Park Campground
Tent spots were nice and large and private
Really nice campground, particularly for a base camp, or just an easy/quick getaway. I'm slowly overtime trying to visit all of Washington's State Parks, and there are a large number of them in the Port Townsend area. I was able to visit 6, including this one, where I made camp for the night. Got here kind of late so didn't get to explore to much, but did one of the trails down to the beach.
The RV spots looked pretty tight and not great, other's reviews seem to be right on with that. But the upper campground with no hook-ups had a lot of tree cover, the sites are all very large, and most of them offer a good amount of privacy. Clean campground, and clean bathrooms. I would visit again to explore more for sure.
- JJen M.Guide
Belfair State Park Campground
Bad Situation Turned Out Terrific!
We arrived at 10pm with 2 exhausted kids and someone had sniped our site! We went to the Campground Host and not only did they get us into an emergency spot (which was actually better) they gave my kiddos each a little toy. They even checked on us each day to make sure everything was going well in the new site.
Tia A.GuideSouth Fork Snoqualmie River Dispersed Site
Little pocket of peace.
A lit if the spots are on the smaller side, so we had a bit of trouble finding one that could fit our motorhome, but it was worth it. The place is beautiful. Super dark at night, and besides the sound from the interstate and cars driving up and down, it's quite. Even with the noise, it's peaceful and perfect for a little getaway. We have Verizon and have decent service, even with crappy weather.
- CChloe G.Traveler
John Wayne's Waterfront Resort
Small getaway!
The community feeling was incredible, kind people and a beautiful view. We visited a nearby lavender farm and that was a nice spot too. We will be staying here again!
- DDouglas H.Scout
Gold Basin Campground
Decent Campground
Plenty of sites, good amount of privacy. Put toilets were clean. Potable water not available, there was a sign directing you to Verlot for water.
- PPatti C.Guide
Beckler River Campground
Beautiful Spot West of Stevens Pass pic
We had two beautiful days at Beckler River CG. Site 25 was very roomy and private yet had access to Site 24 via a little pathway so we were able to cross back and forth to see our friends camping next door. There’s lots of trails you can access via a short drive. We have AT&T which had great reception. The vault toilet was clean. There’s no water available in the CG so make sure you bring extra water.
Bobby J.
Ranger
Mountain Loop Hway Dispersed Camp
Coordinates off
The directions had me believing that the dispersed camping was just various pull offs on the highway loop and that’s where I stayed. It was loud and it felt like the traffic was coming through my tent at times. After driving to North Cascades I discovered that there was real dispersed camping on that road but probably 45 minutes to an hour past where the coordinates took you. Once the highway turned into a gravel road is when I started seeing nice dispersed campsites
Guide to Seattle
Seattle offers a fantastic array of options for tent camping, allowing outdoor enthusiasts to immerse themselves in nature while enjoying the stunning Pacific Northwest scenery.
Tips for tent camping near Seattle
- Blake Island Marine State Park: Accessible only by boat, this campground provides a serene escape with strict quiet hours, ensuring a peaceful night under the stars.
- Woodlands at Lake Stickney: This private site offers a friendly atmosphere with attentive owners who prioritize your comfort while maintaining your privacy.
- Hollyhock Farm: Nestled in a beautiful forest, this secluded spot is perfect for those seeking tranquility and a chance to connect with nature.
Tent campers like these nearby activities
- Camano Island State Park Campground: Enjoy hiking trails and beach access, making it a great spot for families and outdoor adventurers alike.
- Green Mountain: This area features multiple trails for hiking, horseback riding, and even motorcycle access, catering to a variety of outdoor activities.
- Kinney Point State Park Campground: Ideal for paddle-in camping, this site offers a unique experience for kayakers and those looking to explore the waters.
Tent campers appreciate these amenities
- Paine Field Community Park: A clean and safe environment surrounded by trees, perfect for families with kids and pets.
- Duvalla: This private campground provides essential amenities like drinking water and toilets, ensuring a comfortable stay.
- Elkhorn Campground: Located in Olympic National Forest, this site offers basic necessities and is a gateway to some of the best hiking in the area.
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