Top Tent Camping near Silverdale, WA

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Best Tent Sites Near Silverdale, WA (85)

    Camper-submitted photo from Lena Lake Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Lena Lake Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Lena Lake Campground
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    Camper-submitted photo from Lena Lake Campground

    1. Lena Lake Campground

    10 Reviews
    30 Photos
    140 Saves

    This 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)

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Tents
    • Group
    • Toilets
    • Alcohol

    $5 / night

    Camper-submitted photo from Camano Island State Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Camano Island State Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Camano Island State Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Camano Island State Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Camano Island State Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Camano Island State Park

    2. Camano Island State Park

    20 Reviews
    41 Photos
    179 Saves

    Close 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.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
    • RVs
    Camper-submitted photo from Blake Island State Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Blake Island State Park

    3. Blake Island State Park

    3 Reviews
    2 Photos
    86 Saves
    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
    • Tents

    $12 - $45 / night

    Camper-submitted photo from Deer Park Campground - Olympic National Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Deer Park Campground - Olympic National Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Deer Park Campground - Olympic National Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Deer Park Campground - Olympic National Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Deer Park Campground - Olympic National Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Deer Park Campground - Olympic National Park

    4. Deer Park Campground - Olympic National Park

    12 Reviews
    46 Photos
    259 Saves

    This small campground is the only one in the park located at the sub-alpine level. Access is via an unpaved road and is dependent upon seasonal snowmelt.

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    • Fires
    • Phone Service
    • Tents
    • Group
    • Standard (Tent/RV)
    Camper-submitted photo from Dungeness Forks Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Dungeness Forks Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Dungeness Forks Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Dungeness Forks Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Dungeness Forks Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Dungeness Forks Campground

    5. Dungeness Forks Campground

    9 Reviews
    32 Photos
    196 Saves

    Campground 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.

    • Tents
    • Standard (Tent/RV)
    • Toilets
    • Alcohol
    Camper-submitted photo from Fort Ebey State Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Fort Ebey State Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Fort Ebey State Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Fort Ebey State Park
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    Camper-submitted photo from Fort Ebey State Park

    6. Fort Ebey State Park

    13 Reviews
    52 Photos
    179 Saves
    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
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      7. Green Mountain

      1 Review
      82 Saves
      • Fires
      • Tents
      • Equestrian
      • Dispersed
      • Trash
      • Toilets
      Camper-submitted photo from Upper Lena Lake
      Camper-submitted photo from Upper Lena Lake
      Camper-submitted photo from Upper Lena Lake
      Camper-submitted photo from Upper Lena Lake
      Camper-submitted photo from Upper Lena Lake
      Camper-submitted photo from Upper Lena Lake

      8. Upper Lena Lake

      3 Reviews
      16 Photos
      38 Saves
      • Reservable
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      • Group
      • Tent Cabin
      • Picnic Table
      • Toilets
      Camper-submitted photo from Enchanted Valley
      Camper-submitted photo from Enchanted Valley
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      Camper-submitted photo from Enchanted Valley

      9. Enchanted Valley

      6 Reviews
      38 Photos
      230 Saves
      • Fires
      • Tents
      • Equestrian
      • Dispersed
      • Tent Cabin
      • Toilets
      Camper-submitted photo from NF-2419 Dispersed Site
      Camper-submitted photo from NF-2419 Dispersed Site
      Camper-submitted photo from NF-2419 Dispersed Site
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      10. NF-2419 Dispersed Site

      4 Reviews
      20 Photos
      158 Saves

      Dispersed camping is the term used for camping outside of a developed campground. If you enjoy selecting your own campsite, providing your own amenities, creating your own experience, and camping for FREE, then dispersed camping is for you!

      Campsite

      Choose a campsite screened from roads and trails, and at least 200 feet from water Use a campsite that’s already been established, if possible. If you choose a new site, return the site to its natural condition when you leave Pets

      Your animal friends are welcome to accompany you on your dispersed camping adventure! Fires

      Only burn wood that is already dead and down Always make sure your fire is DEAD OUT and cold to the touch before you leave it Campfires are allowed below 3,500 feet when not otherwise prohibited by fire restrictions Trash

      Store your food & trash properly to keep bears and other wildlife out of your camp Whatever you pack in, PACK IT OUT! Human Waste

      Bury your poo & paper at least 6” deep and at least 200 feet away from any water source

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    Recent Tent Reviews In Silverdale

    949 Reviews of 85 Silverdale Campgrounds


    • bThe Dyrt PRO User
      Camper-submitted photo from NF-2419 Dispersed Site
      Oct. 5, 2024

      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.The Dyrt PRO User
      Camper-submitted photo from Fay Bainbridge  Park
      Sep. 30, 2024

      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.

    • pawan
      Camper-submitted photo from Grand Lake
      Sep. 26, 2024

      Grand Lake

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      This is a stunning spot that can be accessed via the Badger Valley Trail, leading through alpine meadows and mobile executor descending steeply into Grand Valley.

    • James B.The Dyrt PRO User
      Camper-submitted photo from Coho Campground
      Sep. 20, 2024

      Coho Campground

      4 Day stay

      Came to stay 4 nights and camp with family.
      Sites are nicely sized but any rig over 25foot would have trouble getting into. Absolutely no cell service. In Site 25 we had enough of an opening to get Starlink to work ok. In the reserved loops bathrooms are flush toilets and kept clean. Forest is thick There is a dump site which says it costs $5. Potable water throughout.

    • Renegade M.The Dyrt PRO User
      Camper-submitted photo from Heart O' the Hills Campground
      Sep. 11, 2024

      Heart O' the Hills Campground

      Beautiful campground with onsite Gestapo

      After two lovely nights earlier in the week I returned to the Heart O’the Hills campground for my last night of my trip. I found a site I liked, with Devil’s Club behind it and a cool empty tree stump with Salal around and above it. All was well so I thought. Until a couple came by, German maybe, saying I’m in their spot which they already paid for. It says clearly to leave something in a spot chosen which they didn’t. I didn’t know it’s needed to check the (confusing) registration board to see if a site has been taken. It’s a first come campground with no preregistration. Says on the sign to leave something to indicate a site is taken. Also I hadn’t paid yet as I first find an open site, set up everything and make food before too dark. They wanted me to leave the site. I said I really couldn’t. It would be too difficult physically to pack up and move. (Petite 66 yr old female here) Many sites were still available. They were going to see if I can pay for another site they’d take as I suggested. Instead they went to the onsite femi-Nazi attendant. She came to my site while I was still eating demanding that I leave. I said that it would be too difficult. She then threatened to call law enforcement. Clearly I was a criminal to her the way she aggressively verbally abused and threatened me despite me explaining what happened. I still said it would be too difficult for me to pack up and move. She huffed off to ask the couple if they are okay finding another site. If not I would have packed up and left the campground. She returned saying I can stay still aggressively asking why I hadn’t paid yet. I was waiting for the couple to let me know first!!! She basically yelled at me to go pay now. “RIGHT NOW!!!!”- like an unconscious parent ordering their child to do something. Jeez. What the F is wrong with some people? She needs to be head honcho in a military boot camp. Or a prison warden. I stopped at the visitor center on the way out and got contact info to report her. Totally unwarranted treatment of anyone. Very upsetting to be the target energetically of her inferiority complexes which she compensates by abusing and lording (trying to) over others. 😖

    • Jonathan H.The Dyrt PRO User
      Camper-submitted photo from Game Farm Wilderness Campground
      Sep. 7, 2024

      Game 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!

    • cThe Dyrt PRO User
      Camper-submitted photo from Whidbey Island Fairgrounds Campsite
      Aug. 28, 2024

      Whidbey Island Fairgrounds Campsite

      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.

    • Joshua W.
      Camper-submitted photo from Elk Lake
      Aug. 23, 2024

      Elk Lake

      Fine base camp spot, some site flooding

      Camped here for the day hike up to Blue Glacier. The sites are small and somewhat close. Water access easy from streams before and after sites along the trail. Taking your camp gear up to the Glacier Meadows would be significantly more difficult, especially with the ladder.

      After we returned from the glacier, we found that our site had mostly flooded from moderate rain. We looked at the few open spots left and found the same issue. Settled for a partially sloped spot just next to a site. Not a fun thing to do after dark after a long day.

    • Mike The Dyrt PRO User
      Camper-submitted photo from Heart O' the Hills Campground
      Aug. 15, 2024

      Heart O' the Hills Campground

      Lots of great sites!

      This is a great campground. We rolled in on a Thursday evening, hoping we were there early enough to snag a spot, since it's all first-come, first-served. There were quite a few to pick from and we ended up with a great spot. By Friday night, there was only a few spots left. The good: flush toilets! We heard owls every night. Also, they have astronomy presentations up at Hurricane Ridge, which is cool. The bad: no showers and the bathrooms in A-Loop were closed for renovation. Also, the fire ban sucked.

    • KThe Dyrt PRO User
      Camper-submitted photo from Dosewallips State Park
      Aug. 12, 2024

      Dosewallips State Park

      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.

    • AThe Dyrt PRO User
      Camper-submitted photo from Cove RV Park & Country Store
      Aug. 9, 2024

      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.

    • Jason G.The Dyrt PRO User
      Camper-submitted photo from Fort Townsend
      Aug. 6, 2024

      Fort Townsend

      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.

    • J
      Camper-submitted photo from Belfair State Park
      Aug. 5, 2024

      Belfair State Park

      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.

    • CThe Dyrt PRO User
      Camper-submitted photo from John Wayne's Waterfront Resort
      Jul. 28, 2024

      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!

    • Danielle S.
      Camper-submitted photo from FS-2292 Dispersed
      Jul. 27, 2024

      FS-2292 Dispersed

      Epic views

      Very far off the beaten path, every time I camp here I don’t run into anyone. You’re camping on the Ridgeline so it can be a bit windy. East of the campsite there is a walking trail that takes you to an overlook, perfect for watching the sunrise.

    • Rory J.
      Camper-submitted photo from Fay Bainbridge  Park
      Jul. 18, 2024

      Fay Bainbridge Park

      Amazing spot

      This is the second year we have camped at Fay Bainbridge. Love the whole area. The camp host is friendly and helpful. The spots are spacious and shaded and the beach is easily accessed.

    • K
      Camper-submitted photo from Saltwater State Park
      Jul. 12, 2024

      Saltwater State Park

      2024 report - Camping closed all year

      I live adjacent to the park. Camping is closed for 2024"while the park undergoes planning and development efforts.". Campfires have been banned for a couple years as the neighbors(who bought houses next to a state park) didn’t like the smell. Kayak rentals moved to Des Moines marina. Trails are fun, jet traffic is frequent. Sunsets amazing

    • Nicole L.
      Camper-submitted photo from Jarrell Cove State Park
      Jul. 8, 2024

      Jarrell Cove State Park

      Fun Forth of July

      Recently we spent the 4th of July weekend at Jarrell Cove and we had a great time. The campground is very family friendly (we have a toddler) and quiet. They had more amenities than I would expect: they had free wifi, loaner life jackets, little library, and kids packets from the park (coloring pencils, bookmark, coloring page). Bathrooms are clean with a shower. A short drive to Harstine Island state park is great for collecting sand dollars and clams, you see a ton of little crabs and we went kayaking. I read previous reviews and they do have deer that roam and when we pulled up there was one at our site to greet us.

    • laura S.The Dyrt PRO User
      Camper-submitted photo from Dungeness Recreation Area Clallam County Park
      Jul. 7, 2024

      Dungeness Recreation Area Clallam County Park

      Shady camping near the wildlife refuge

      Cool spot for accessing the wildlife refuge. The site we ended up in was fine — level, some privacy from other sites. However, they gave away our reserved site the day of our arrival, and the host/manager was kind of rude when we approached him for help. He gave us a different site. Don’t forget to watch the sunset over the water!

    • laura S.The Dyrt PRO User
      Camper-submitted photo from Sequim Bay State Park
      Jul. 7, 2024

      Sequim Bay State Park

      tight spaces, loud highway

      Upper loop has quite a bit of highway noise. Lower loop might be more isolated. Spaces felt like they were on top of each other. The parking space for our site, 37, was not at all level. Bathrooms not very clean. Wouldn’t stay here again

    • Mar Z.
      Camper-submitted photo from Rock Candy Mountain Trailhead
      Jul. 7, 2024

      Rock Candy Mountain Trailhead

      Perfect woodsy rest stop off highway

      Right off the highway. Pit toilet and wooded areas. Can still hear highway from this exact GPS location, so I went further on up the road for a quieter spot. A few trucks did speed by in the middle of the night, but it was a Saturday and July 4th weekend. 5 bars of cell service.



    Guide to Silverdale

    Camping near Silverdale, WA, offers a mix of beautiful scenery and fun activities for everyone. Whether you're looking for a family-friendly spot or a peaceful getaway, there are plenty of campgrounds to choose from.

    What to do:

    • Hiking and Wildlife Watching: Many campgrounds, like Dash Point State Park Campground, have trails where you can hike and spot wildlife. One reviewer mentioned, "Love coming here to hike with the dogs and kids," highlighting the great trails and wildlife opportunities.
    • Beach Access: Campgrounds such as Dosewallips State Park Campground are close to the beach. A visitor noted, "The beach is beautiful, rocky and sandy," making it a perfect spot for a day of sun and sand.
    • Fishing and Kayaking: If you enjoy water activities, Penrose Point State Park Campground offers fishing and kayaking opportunities. One camper shared, "We caught a bunch of little trout (catch and release) with the kids and kayaked around."

    What campers like:

    • Clean Facilities: Campers appreciate well-maintained restrooms and showers. A reviewer at Fort Flagler Historical State Park Campground said, "Restrooms are very clean. Showers require tokens, but they are well-kept."
    • Spacious Campsites: Many campgrounds, like Fort Casey Campground, offer decent spacing between sites. A happy camper mentioned, "Decent spacing between sites. If there’s a storm in the forecast be ready for some wind."
    • Family-Friendly Atmosphere: Campgrounds such as Fay Bainbridge Park are great for families. One visitor noted, "The camp host is friendly and helpful. The spots are spacious and shaded."

    What you should know:

    • Noise Levels: Some campgrounds can be noisy due to nearby highways or other campers. A reviewer at Sequim Bay State Park Campground mentioned, "Upper loop has quite a bit of highway noise."
    • Reservations Recommended: Popular spots like Fort Worden Historical State Park Campground often require reservations, especially during peak seasons. A camper advised, "Reservations are almost a necessity for weekends, holidays, and summer months."
    • Limited Privacy: Some campgrounds may lack privacy between sites. A visitor at Camano Island State Park Campground noted, "The sites at this campground are pretty close together."

    Tips for camping with families:

    • Choose Family-Friendly Campgrounds: Look for spots like Dosewallips State Park Campground, which has plenty of activities for kids. One reviewer said, "The camp is arranged in a bunch of loops, and the kids had a blast."
    • Pack for Activities: Bring along gear for hiking, fishing, and beach fun. A camper at Staircase Campground mentioned, "Our littles thought they had their own private park."
    • Plan for Meals: Some campgrounds have picnic tables and fire pits, making it easy to cook together. A visitor at Penrose Point State Park Campground shared, "The sites are decently spaced with tall trees and ground cover between."

    Tips from RVers:

    • Check Hookup Availability: Not all campgrounds offer electric hookups. A reviewer at Fort Casey Campground noted, "No electric hookups, but the view is great."
    • Be Prepared for Weather: Some areas can get windy or rainy, so pack accordingly. A camper at Staircase Campground mentioned, "The road up is dirt/gravel for the last 5ish miles. Lots of potholes and bumps."
    • Use Online Resources: Check availability and make reservations online. A visitor at Fort Flagler Historical State Park Campground said, "Dyrt makes it very easy to go to the campsite's website and check for availability."

    Camping near Silverdale, WA, has something for everyone, whether you're in a tent, RV, or cabin. Enjoy the great outdoors!

    Frequently Asked Questions

    • Which is the most popular tent campsite near Silverdale, WA?

      According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular tent campground near Silverdale, WA is Lena Lake Campground with a 4.7-star rating from 10 reviews.

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