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Best Campgrounds near Sekiu, WA

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The Olympic Peninsula's northwestern coast near Sekiu, Washington features diverse camping environments within Olympic National Park and surrounding tribal lands. Campers will find options ranging from developed campgrounds to primitive beach sites. Hobuck Resort and Beach Area in Neah Bay provides tent, RV, and cabin accommodations with beach access, while Ozette Campground offers year-round camping in a more remote rainforest setting. Shi Shi Beach, accessible by hiking trail, provides tent-only camping with stunning coastal views. Klahowya Campground, situated along a river in a temperate rainforest setting, accommodates both tent and RV camping with sites that offer more privacy than many other area campgrounds.

Camping permits and land access requirements vary significantly throughout the region. A Washington State Discover Pass ($30 annually) is required for many Department of Natural Resources sites, while separate recreation permits are needed for camping on tribal lands near Neah Bay and Cape Flattery. As one camper noted, "Be sure to have a full tank of gas and food/firewood when you pass through Forks or Sekiu as there aren't any service stations out here in one of the more remote parts of Washington." Cell service is limited or non-existent in most camping areas. Weather conditions can change rapidly, with frequent rain even during summer months. Many campgrounds operate on a first-come, first-served basis, though some Olympic National Park sites accept reservations.

Visitors consistently praise the area's natural beauty and diverse ecosystems. The coastal campgrounds provide access to tide pools, beach walks, and marine wildlife viewing. Several campers mention the exceptional privacy at sites surrounded by towering trees and dense undergrowth. One reviewer described camping at Shi Shi Beach as "absolutely stunning, with plenty of beautiful sandy beaches to walk on and tide pools to explore." Road noise can be an issue at campgrounds near Highway 101 or 112. Facilities vary widely, from primitive vault toilets to campgrounds with showers and hookups. The region's camping options serve as excellent base camps for exploring Cape Flattery (the northwesternmost point in the contiguous United States), the Hoh Rainforest, and numerous coastal hiking trails.

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Best Camping Sites Near Sekiu, Washington (133)

    1. Fairholme Campground — Olympic National Park

    52 Reviews
    Sol Duc Hot Springs, WA
    22 miles
    Website
    +1 (360) 565-3130

    $24 / night

    "Pros: -beautiful lake view and access -free food storage containers, no need for bear canisters -plenty of trees at campsites for hammocking -walk in and drive in sites -choose your own site -proximity"

    "This dense verdant rainforest is dripping with moss, lichen, Goliath trees, flowers, fungus, fauna, cloudy light beams straining to reach the forest floor, trails and oxygen; all adjacent the mysterious"

    2. Hobuck Resort and Beach Area

    18 Reviews
    Neah Bay, WA
    17 miles
    Website

    $20 - $50 / night

    "Do not miss the trail to Cape Flattery. You'll want a camera, hiking stick. Binoculars and perhaps something to keep you dry as it gets wet."

    "The bathrooms and water source was close by. All campsites were walking distance to the sandy beach but be ready for a slightly sandy beach site."

    3. Shi Shi Beach — Olympic National Park

    15 Reviews
    Neah Bay, WA
    18 miles
    Website
    +1 (360) 565-3100

    "Does tend to be windy so plan on camping behind the trees, plenty of beautiful sandy beaches to walk on, with tide pools to explore."

    "Lots of cool water rocks and features that make the west coast of Washington so darn amazing. To camp here you need a permit which can be a little difficult and requires advance planning ($10)!"

    4. Klahowya Campground

    13 Reviews
    Beaver, WA
    16 miles
    Website

    "We passed by two great looking spots (one with RV hookups) before settling on site 7, which is situated right next to the river."

    "My family and I came up to camp at crescent lake.  We got out of town a little late and main campsites at lake were full.  A short 9 mile drive west from the lake we found this little gem.  "

    5. Sol Duc Hot Springs Resort Campground — Olympic National Park

    67 Reviews
    Sol Duc Hot Springs, WA
    29 miles
    Website
    +1 (888) 896-3818

    $33 - $58 / night

    "This site is listed as being a 35’ back-in, but it really is just a shared parking lot between this and the site next to it (37) across from the central restrooms."

    "March 23 - October 28, 2018 Located along the Sol Duc River in magnificent Olympic National Park, Sol Duc Hot Springs Resort is on the “edge of the backcountry in the heart of the Olympic National Park"

    6. DNR Dispersed Campsite

    6 Reviews
    Neah Bay, WA
    10 miles

    "This location was brought over from the iOverlander app. Follow the link for pictures.

    DNR land from the Indian reservation to the highway. You can park anywhere along the road."

    "Big pull off with access to the beach. Big enough for a few rigs.

    No signs posted day use or no camping. perfect for the night!

    Dry camping.

    Some road noise but stops around 10pm."

    7. Ozette Campground — Olympic National Park

    17 Reviews
    Neah Bay, WA
    19 miles
    Website
    +1 (360) 565-3130

    "Camping has all the necessary amenities but be sure to have a full tank of gas and food/firewood when you pass through forks or Sekiu as there aren't any service stations out here in one if the more remote"

    "Upon arrival, we grabbed our beverages, our chairs, and walked the short path from our campsite to the shore of Ozette Lake."

    8. Mora Campground — Olympic National Park

    51 Reviews
    La Push, WA
    28 miles
    Website
    +1 (360) 565-3130

    $18 / night

    "This campground is close to forks Washington. We were able to get a spot at 5:30 in the afternoon."

    "Campsites were easy to locate, in an accessible loop, and the cleanest facilities I've seen - plus, each site is surrounded by a good deal of treeline to give you a bit of privacy."

    9. Bear Creek Campground

    9 Reviews
    Beaver, WA
    14 miles
    Website
    +1 (360) 374-6131

    "We got there around 2:30pm and had a bunch to choose from but by 7:30 they seemed to be full."

    "This DNR managed land is the perfect stopping point for you if your looking for a cheap and easy spot directly off Highway 101 and don't mind staying too close to the highway."

    10. Salt Creek Recreation Area

    51 Reviews
    Joyce, WA
    29 miles
    Website
    +1 (360) 928-3441

    $45 / night

    "Like a number of Washington State Parks, the plug-in sites are in a large field, with very few trees around and kind of look like a lot of other standard RV parks with three or so levels of close parking"

    "We live on the nearby Kitsap Peninsula and this campground is our favorite Washington campground. The views are amazing and the crashing waves are the perfect soundtrack."

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  • AThe Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 8, 2025

    Washington Beach Pulloff

    Drive right onto beach and overlook canada

    Peaceful with no one around. Drive onto the beach and overlook Canada and the ships passing. Near road so a little noise, but still private.

  • JThe Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 7, 2025

    Shadow Mountain RV Park and Campground

    Don't pick the dispersed camping

    Okay, I'm sure the more expensive paid sites are fine. But the 'dispersed camping' is a joke. 19 dollars and the area they want you to stay in is not just 'next' to the highway. There are basically no trees in the way— it's less dispersed and more 'camping on the shoulder of a highway'.

    They do say it's next to the highway in the listing, but I think they misunderstand what dispersed camping is generally understood to be.

    Did it seem safe? Not really. It was unclear whether the field above the building was an option for dispersed campers, but some people appeared to have given up and had set up there.

    I will give them credit for having laundry facilities and hot showers, though they seem to be intended largely as an additional cost to tack on.

    Overall? Go elsewhere.

  • andrew The Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 7, 2025

    RV@Olympic

    Brand New

    If you want crisp, clean and new this is a park for you. We choose it for access to Hurricane Ridge. 15min to park entrance, 45 to the ridge. The spots are wide and you can park next to your coach. The clubhouse is nice and new. I did not make it to the bathhouse or laundry but I’m sure they are nice. Someone commented about walking dogs but I did not have a problem. There is a big grassy area in a circle of sites. If you have a dog, get one of these. I just walked through several vacant sites to the area. Maybe I shouldn’t have, but I did. Nice place for access to the northern part of Olympic.

  • MThe Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 5, 2025

    Hard Rain Cafe & RV Park

    Hard Rain RV park is cool

    Funky little place outside the Hoh Rainforest is private, clean, funky, and easy access to the park.

  • pThe Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 22, 2025

    South Beach Campground — Olympic National Park

    Seer schöne Lage an der Beach

    Site 10 und 11 bieten viel Platz, sind aber nicht direkt am Meer. Dafür weniger dem Wind ausgesetzt. Guter Ausgangspunkt z.B. zum sehr empfehlenswerten Hoh Rainforest oder Ruby Beach. Hatten top Wetter, aber teilweise starken Wind.

  • Amy O.The Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 22, 2025

    sol duc river

    Nice dispersed camping space, great access to river.

    This spot was really nice with a couple fire rings and excellent river access down the path. There was a man made river rock pool that was perfect for relaxing in the water. Two parallel roads passed the site so it made for some traffic, but not terribly noisy or too disturbing, although it felt a little exposed. The road to get to the site was a FS road so it was lightly trafficked; the busier road was sol duc which was also visible from the site. Lots of bugs in August, be prepared! Come early as we arrived at 2-3:00 on a Thursday and people were scoping for camping within the hour we arrived. There seem to be several sites in the area though so if this one isn’t available, don’t give up!

  • kThe Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 22, 2025

    Minnie Peterson Campground

    Nice boondocking site

    Need a Washington state pass $35 for a year then it’s free👍👍 has a pit toilet but no dump or trash dumpster. Did not see water.

  • Aptenoknits D.The Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 19, 2025

    Beaver Lake Roadside Camp

    Traffic Noise and Mosquitoes

    This is a single dispersal spot by a nice lake. It's very pretty and convenient, but the lake has a lot of mosquitoes. Worse is the traffic noise. For an out of the way highway, it gets a lot of traffic and all night long. I felt like I was in a city. There's also a lot of brambles in the area, and it might be hard to set up a tent.

Guide to Sekiu

Camping near Sekiu, Washington, offers a fantastic escape into nature, with beautiful landscapes and plenty of outdoor activities. Whether you're looking to relax by the water or explore the lush forests, there’s something for everyone.

What to do:

  • Hiking: There are numerous trails nearby, including those leading to stunning waterfalls and scenic viewpoints. One camper mentioned, "We stayed here and enjoyed the location. Easy to hike to the falls, spend time at Lake Crescent or go up the Elwah," highlighting the accessibility of great hiking spots from Mora Campground.
  • Tide Pooling: If you’re near the coast, don’t miss the tide pools. A review from Salt Creek Recreation Area states, "This park offers one of the most stunning tide pool experiences... it has to be seen in order to be believed."
  • Exploring Beaches: The nearby beaches are perfect for a day of sun and sand. One visitor at Crescent Beach & RV Park said, "The back view of the campground is forrest, swamp and mountains. The front view is beautiful ocean beach looking out at the Strait of Juan de Fuca."

What campers like:

  • Natural Beauty: Campers rave about the stunning surroundings. A review for Hoh Campground notes, "Loved this campground! Steps away from the rainforest trailhead, so a great one night stay to hike the trails."
  • Clean Facilities: Many campgrounds are well-maintained. A camper at Elwha Dam RV Park shared, "The campground itself is great with super clean bathroom and facilities."
  • Wildlife Encounters: Campers enjoy spotting wildlife. One review for Hoh Campground mentioned, "Elk came through the campsite, which was cool."

What you should know:

  • Crowded During Peak Season: Many campgrounds can get busy, especially in summer. A visitor at Fairholme Campground said, "Road noise kind of sucks at night because of how close you are to the highway."
  • Limited Amenities: Some campgrounds may not have showers or electric hookups. A review for Bogachiel State Park Campground noted, "Clean bathrooms. Shower available but you have to buy tokens."
  • First-Come, First-Serve: Many sites operate on a first-come, first-serve basis. A camper at Hoh Oxbow Campground mentioned, "We had a spot right on the river only by getting super lucky."

Tips for camping with families:

  • Choose Family-Friendly Campgrounds: Look for places with activities for kids. One family at Elwha Dam RV Park said, "The entire campground is extremely safe and accommodates everything you would need like games, activities, hikes."
  • Pack for Rain: The weather can be unpredictable. A camper at Mora Campground noted, "Unfortunately, it was raining quite a bit when we were there."
  • Plan for Quiet Time: Some campgrounds can be noisy. A review for Fairholme Campground mentioned, "Campsites close together and noises echo. Not a lot of privacy."

Tips from RVers:

  • Check Site Sizes: Make sure your RV fits the site. A review for Salt Creek Recreation Area mentioned, "Most could only accommodate smaller rigs, but a few could get a mid-sized Class B."
  • Book Ahead: Popular spots fill up quickly. A camper at Crescent Beach & RV Park said, "It’s popular, so book ahead."
  • Enjoy the Views: Many campgrounds offer stunning views. A visitor at Lyre River Campground shared, "The river is gorgeous and provided us with the perfect background noise for us to unwind in the forest."

Camping near Sekiu, Washington, is a great way to enjoy the outdoors, with plenty of activities and beautiful scenery to explore.

Frequently Asked Questions

What RV camping facilities are available in Sekiu?

RV campers visiting Sekiu have several options in the surrounding area. Crescent Beach & RV Park provides RV accommodations with coastal access. Fairholme Campground on Lake Crescent can accommodate RVs in a picturesque setting, though it's popular and fills quickly. Many sites lack hookups, so come prepared for dry camping. Be sure to have a full tank of gas and supplies before arriving as services are limited in this remote area. For budget-conscious RVers, DNR land offers dispersed camping options that can accommodate larger rigs with proper planning.

Where can I find camping spots in Sekiu, WA?

While Sekiu itself has limited camping options, several excellent campgrounds are located within a short drive. Sadie Creek Campground on Highway 112 offers a handful of sites in a convenient location. For beach access, Hobuck Resort and Beach Area provides camping with stunning coastal views (note: a recreational permit is required). Other nearby options include Lyre River Campground west of Joyce and dispersed camping on DNR land. Most campgrounds in this region don't take reservations, so arriving early is recommended, especially during summer months.

What are the best seasons for camping in Sekiu, Washington?

Summer and early fall (June through September) offer the best camping conditions in Sekiu with milder temperatures and less rainfall. Ozette Campground is particularly pleasant during these months, offering a special experience in one of the more remote parts of Washington. Shi Shi Beach is stunning year-round but most comfortable in summer when winds are less intense. The Olympic Peninsula can be rainy throughout the year, so always pack waterproof gear regardless of season. Winter camping is possible but challenging due to frequent storms and colder temperatures.

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