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GuideLena Lake Campground
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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 Silverdale, WA
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Forested public lands surrounding Silverdale, Washington provide several tent camping options for outdoor enthusiasts. Green Mountain, located just west of Silverdale in Kitsap County, offers primitive tent campsites with basic amenities including picnic tables and fire rings. For those willing to travel slightly farther, Lena Lake Campground provides hike-in tent-only sites accessible via a 3.5-mile trail, while Blake Island Marine State Park offers boat-in tent camping with more developed facilities. These tent-focused campgrounds provide varying levels of seclusion and natural settings within reasonable distance of Silverdale.
Most tent campgrounds in the region feature natural, ungraded surfaces that work well for standard camping equipment. Green Mountain's tent sites include basic amenities like picnic tables and fire pits but lack drinking water and showers. Campers should bring all necessary water supplies and be prepared for vault toilets rather than flush facilities. Weather conditions significantly impact the camping experience, with frequent rain possible throughout the year. According to one camper review, Green Mountain can experience noise from dirt bike traffic, so those seeking complete quiet may want to consider more remote options. Seasonal fire bans are common during summer months, particularly at Blake Island Marine State Park where rangers strictly enforce quiet hours beginning at 10 p.m.
Tent campers visiting Lena Lake frequently comment on the quality of the experience despite the required hike. One visitor noted that "Lena Lake is quiet and serene and the perfect place to sit on a log and journal," though they also mentioned it "sees heavy use from locals on the weekend" with "plenty of room during the week." The walk-in nature of these tent sites naturally limits the number of visitors and creates a more immersive forest experience. At Green Mountain, the proximity to Silverdale allows tent campers to enjoy backcountry tent camping while remaining close to urban conveniences. The campground's five tent sites provide a balance between accessibility and natural setting for those seeking primitive tent camping without extensive travel.
Best Tent Campgrounds near Silverdale (88)
1. 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 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. 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 Availability4. 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!"
5. Courter Country Farm
from $50 - $60 / night
6. 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."
7. 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."
8. 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."
9. 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."
10. Paine Field Community Park
"A great clean safe place in the city and surrounded by trees and nature"
Drive Time
- 10 min from Bremerton, WA
- 1 hr 1 min from Olympia, WA
- 1 hr 6 min from Seattle, WA
- 1 hr 25 min from Mount Vernon, WA
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Tent Camping Reviews near Silverdale, WA
1075 Reviews of 88 Silverdale 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 Silverdale
Tent camping opportunities near Silverdale, Washington cluster around the Olympic Peninsula's eastern edge, where the Kitsap Peninsula meets Hood Canal at 80-400 feet elevation. This region receives approximately 50 inches of annual rainfall, with summer temperatures averaging 70-75°F during peak camping season. Winter camping remains possible but typically requires cold-weather gear for overnight temperatures that can drop to the low 30s.
What to do
Hiking backcountry trails: At Upper Lena Lake, campers face a challenging but rewarding trek. "This was my first backpacking trip. It was brootal but way beyond worth the exhaustion. Watch out for bees! Be prepared to climb!" reports Jess G. The trail climbs significantly beyond Lower Lena Lake.
Wildlife viewing: Deer Park Campground offers exceptional animal sighting opportunities. "Be prepared to see lots of deer," notes Meghan S. The meadow-adjacent sites provide excellent viewing areas, with many campers reporting deer approaching within yards of their tents.
Fishing opportunities: Nearby waterways provide fishing options during camping trips. At Dungeness Forks Campground, one visitor noted they spent "the morning fishing for wild salmon" that were visible in the adjacent creek. The rivers surrounding most campgrounds in the region support seasonal fishing based on state regulations.
What campers like
Secluded waterfront sites: Blake Island Marine State Park Campground offers boat-access camping with waterfront views. "It is a peaceful getaway from the hustle and bustle with gorgeous views of the city. Hike the perimeter trail for views all around the island," shares Christi R.
Night sky viewing: The higher elevation campgrounds provide exceptional stargazing. "That night it got so dark we were blanketed in stars and it was simply amazing," writes Meghan S. about Deer Park Campground. Light pollution is minimal compared to camping closer to Silverdale proper.
Unique access methods: Dungeness Forks Campground offers riverside camping with distinctive approach roads. "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 and back up a ways for us to squeeze by," reports Danielle C. This limited access helps maintain the campground's peaceful atmosphere.
What you should know
Seasonal considerations: Snow impacts higher elevation sites well into summer. Lance R. notes about Upper Lena Lake: "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."
Water availability: Most tent sites near Silverdale require bringing your own water. "This campground has no showers or water. They do have pit toilets and firewood for sale," notes a Deer Park Campground visitor. Plan to carry sufficient water for your entire stay at most backcountry sites.
Weekend crowding: Weekday camping provides better site availability throughout the region. "It sees heavy use from locals on the weekend. There was plenty of room during the week when I was there," reports Art S. about Lena Lake Campground.
Tips for camping with families
Choose accessible sites: For family tent camping near Silverdale, consider locations with minimal hiking. "Paine Field Community Park is great for the kids. It's clean and has bathrooms available!" recommends Aimee M., highlighting the importance of facilities when camping with children.
Bring entertainment options: Many campsites lack structured activities for children. "The campground is bordered on two sides by rivers and you will be lulled to sleep by the sound of the water," notes Justin S. about Dungeness Forks, suggesting that nature exploration provides the primary entertainment.
Plan for weather changes: Olympic Peninsula weather shifts quickly, especially with children. "We unfortunately got caught in rain for almost 2 weeks. This made our exciting trip the Washington rain forest a little less exciting," shares Daniel S., emphasizing the need for dry clothing and shelter options when tent camping with families.
Tips from RVers
Access road limitations: Many tent camping sites near Silverdale have restricted RV access. At Green Mountain, Ivy K. notes: "Nice clean camping area with easy access to multiple trails and logging roads. Trails are open to hiking horseback riding and motorcycles." However, the campground primarily accommodates smaller vehicles.
Limited hookup availability: Most tent-focused campgrounds lack RV amenities. "The spaces were a bit small, but fit our tent fine. There was a picnic table and small fire ring," reports Skylar M. about Elkhorn Campground, indicating why many RVers seek alternative sites further from Silverdale.
Seasonal closure considerations: Many tent camping areas near Silverdale close during winter months. Chad K. advises about Deer Park: "Overall, for a night or two this campground is wonderful," but notes its limited seasonal availability, typically closing by mid-October due to snow access issues.
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