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Best Campgrounds near Snoqualmie, WA

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The Mount Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest surrounds Snoqualmie, Washington, providing a range of camping experiences from developed campgrounds to dispersed sites along rivers and in forested areas. Tinkham Campground and Denny Creek Campground offer established sites with basic amenities for tent and RV camping, while South Fork Snoqualmie River provides free dispersed camping options. Several campgrounds in the area feature cabin accommodations, including Tolt MacDonald Park in nearby Carnation and Tall Chief Campground in Fall City, which also accommodate RVs and tent campers. The Middle Fork Campground, located along the scenic Snoqualmie River, serves as a popular base for hiking and fishing activities.

Seasonal considerations significantly impact camping availability in the Snoqualmie region, with many campgrounds operating only from late spring through early fall. Tinkham Campground typically opens in early June and closes by mid-September, while Middle Fork Campground operates from May to September. Road conditions to some sites can be challenging, particularly for low-clearance vehicles. A camper noted, "The road leading into Tinkham campground is pothole galore. There are some serious holes and a LOT of them, so if you are traveling in a sedan like I was, be prepared for a lot of zig zagging trying to maneuver through them without damaging your car."

Riverside camping locations receive consistently high ratings from visitors, with many campers specifically seeking sites along the Snoqualmie River. The sound of flowing water creates a peaceful atmosphere, though some campgrounds experience highway noise due to their proximity to Interstate 90. Campers report that sites at Middle Fork Campground are "spread well, not cramped together" with "great views of peaks, waterfalls, and for all-day hikes it's a great start point to various alpine lakes." Forest cover provides ample shade at most campgrounds, with Tall Chief described as having "lots of trees in our section separating us." Wildlife viewing opportunities abound throughout the region, particularly in the more remote camping areas. Most campgrounds provide basic amenities such as picnic tables, fire rings, and vault toilets, though water availability varies by location.

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Best Camping Sites Near Snoqualmie, Washington (266)

    1. Tinkham Campground

    45 Reviews
    Snoqualmie Pass, WA
    15 miles
    Website
    +1 (360) 804-1103

    $30 - $36 / night

    "Although the Camp Ground and facilities are great at Tinkham, my advice would be to get into your lifted Off-Roader and hit the mountain roads for this camping trip of a lifetime!"

    "This is a great campground on the south fork of the Snoqualmie River, however, no matter what month we go, the water is always super cold.  Gotta love glacier water."

    2. Tolt MacDonald Park, WA

    22 Reviews
    Carnation, WA
    8 miles
    Website
    +1 (206) 205-5434

    "The campground is in 500+ acre Tolt-McDonald Park, far enough away from any busy road so that there is no traffic noise, just the sound of the Tolt River rapids."

    "The campground is next to a classy laundromat, and I say classy because it’s probably one of the nicest laundromats in the area that even has a dumpsite for RVs."

    3. Kanaskat-Palmer State Park

    30 Reviews
    Ravensdale, WA
    15 miles
    Website
    +1 (888) 226-7688

    $20 / night

    "There is good system of trails, tons of picnic tables along the river, and good river access to the Green rivers.

    Campground is well maintained, clean bathrooms and showers available."

    "It's close proximity to our house allows us to hook up the trailer after work and include a Friday night in our camping weekend!"

    4. Tall Chief Campground

    15 Reviews
    Fall City, WA
    7 miles
    Website
    +1 (888) 707-1477

    "Lots of trees in our section separating us but in other sections your really close to each other. It is first come first serve and lucky us we got 50 amp."

    "This is a big park that is part of Thousand Trails.  No sales pitch to join, which was nice.  Rangers were super nice.  Bathrooms very new and clean.  Lots of trees between sites. "

    5. Middle Fork Campground

    23 Reviews
    North Bend, WA
    14 miles
    Website
    +1 (360) 804-1103

    $32 - $96 / night

    "This campground is located along the Middle Fork of the scenic Snoqualmie River in Mt."

    "Dispersed camping along the road to Snoqualmie Lake Trailhead. Nice river access, some of the spots are a bit exposed but some are further back from the road, buggy but fun!"

    6. Blue Sky RV Park

    5 Reviews
    Preston, WA
    5 miles
    Website
    +1 (425) 222-7910

    "A Quiet oasis tucked into the forest. The new and clean bathrooms and showers were a real treat after a 2100 mile journey from Texas."

    "It’s a very nice location, exceptionally clean and safe.

    In site 11 you can hear the highway when outside of rv but couldn’t inside. Neighbors were very friendly."

    7. South Fork Snoqualmie River Dispersed Site

    18 Reviews
    Snoqualmie Pass, WA
    17 miles
    Website
    +1 (425) 888-1421

    "Lovely area such beautiful surroundings."

    "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"

    8. Dash Point State Park Campground

    72 Reviews
    Federal Way, WA
    30 miles
    Website
    +1 (888) 226-7688

    $20 / night

    ""Firstly, I just have to say what a positive and amazing experience I had at this campground. The volunteers were friendly, kind and absolutely awesome to interact with."

    "The campground itself is tucked into a beautiful, forested area with plenty of trees and privacy between sites. Ours had a tent pad, fire ring, and picnic table."

    9. Issaquah Village RV Park

    5 Reviews
    Issaquah, WA
    9 miles
    Website
    +1 (425) 392-9233

    "It’s in the heart of Issaquah and close to every kind of service, shopping and even nature you could want."

    10. Denny Creek Campground

    18 Reviews
    Snoqualmie Pass, WA
    20 miles
    Website
    +1 (360) 804-1103

    $38 - $140 / night

    "contractCode=NRSO&parkId=70256) • Snoqualmie National Forest, Washington

    Standard Tent to RV Sites - $20-32.00

    Group Sites - $84

    When you pull off HWY 90 into Snoqualmie Pass you’re going to be"

    "It's on the southFork of the Snoqualmie River and the water level varies with the season. There is plenty of access points to the river."

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  • JThe Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 9, 2025

    Salmon La Sac

    Salmon La Sac

    Very busy campground on the weekend, but found one of the last first come, first serve sites on Friday around noon. Pit toilets were clean but stronger than normal smell. Good family oriented campground with swimming hole at bottom of loop.

  • JThe Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 9, 2025

    Johnny Creek Campground

    Lower Johnny Campground

    Lower Johnny had nice sites, #15 felt pretty private and you could hear and see Icicle Creek about 30 feet below the site. Toilet was very clean. Area did not seem as packed in as Eightmile Campground down the road. If being near the water is not a priority, Upper Johnny had lots of very nice looking sites with more availability than the other nearby campgrounds.

  • Elena M.The Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 8, 2025

    Kachess Lake Lakebed

    Beautiful but dirty

    Beautiful view, but very dirty, dusty and noisy, dirt bikes are everywhere.

  • andrew The Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 5, 2025

    Lewis North Travel Camp - Joint Base Lewis McChord

    Easy

    If you have access, use it. $50 for FHU. The laundry is fine. The bathhouse is big and well maintained. There are two separate buildings with these facilities. I observed Commons#2. The park is kid of tight for my tastes. But the sites are big and separated from your neighbors. Very comfortable and woodsy. Great place.

  • L
    Sep. 5, 2025

    Vasa Park Resort

    Vasa Park Resort

    We have enjoyed our 3 week stay at this little water front event and RV campground. This is in the shore of Lake Samammish, giving access to swim, paddle, picnic. The facilities and grounds are kept clean and well maintained. It been fun watching the buffet groups come in and have their celebrations. Everyone is friendly and kind.

  • F O.
    Sep. 5, 2025

    Tinkham Campground

    One night

    Road getting into the campground was horrendous their was alot of road noise but the camp sites were big and clean. And at $32.00 a night with no electric was kind of pricey. The camp host was nice.

  • J
    Sep. 2, 2025

    Kayak Point County Park

    Small woodsy campground with beach access

    All campsites are surrounded by trees so choose carefully if you need a pull through or if you have a large rig that you’re trying to back up. We had a small camper van and it fit perfectly. Campsite is on a bluff above the beach, but you can’t see the sunset from the campground you would have to go down to the beach. Bathroom/shower is typical for a state or county campground - functional, but zero elegance. This one is a county campground and state or federal passes do not apply. Water and 30 amp electric at all sites except one tent site. Douglas squirrels are common and shy. Pets are welcome on leash.

  • Angelo V.The Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 27, 2025

    Ranger Creek Airstrip Dispersed

    Beautiful campground

    Multiple spots surrounding the airstrip. Im working remote so having enough of a clearing that I can access the internet was important. Starlink gets the job done but my t mobile service was basically non-existent.

    I stayed on the east side of the strip and there is plenty of space and locations to settle. I explored the loop to the south west of the strip and there were some large campgrounds that looked made for groups. Plenty of trails to explore as well. This section had rocks blocking vehicles from driving into the campground, so tents only. There is also an incredibly steep hill near the end of the loop that is absolutely not safe in winter.

    There are two vault toilets on ends of the east side. The southern one was out of tp, so bring your own septic safe stuff just in case.

  • T
    Aug. 25, 2025

    Camp Lakeview

    Ball field camping spots

    Overall very nice but you get what you pay for. Limited fire pits and spots are first come first serve and field is not regularly monitored. Bathrooms are portapotties and no shower facilities. Also it is across the road from main campground.

Guide to Snoqualmie

Camping near Snoqualmie, Washington, offers a mix of beautiful scenery and outdoor activities. Whether you're looking for a peaceful retreat or an adventure-filled getaway, there are plenty of campgrounds to choose from.

What to do:

  • Hiking: There are numerous trails around the area. Many campers enjoy the trails leading to Franklin Falls, which is a popular spot. One visitor mentioned, "Nice hikes along Denny Creek to Franklin Falls, or up into the cascades" at Denny Creek Campground.
  • Fishing: If you love fishing, you’re in luck! Campers at Salmon La Sac appreciate the river access, with one saying, "The creek next to some sites was a treat to visit."
  • Beach Activities: For those who enjoy the water, Kachess Campground is a great spot. A long-time visitor noted, "The lake has always been the highlight of our trip."

What campers like:

  • Clean Facilities: Many campers appreciate well-maintained restrooms and campsites. A reviewer at Middle Fork Campground said, "The bathrooms were spotless."
  • Privacy: Campers often seek out sites that offer some seclusion. One visitor at Tinkham Campground mentioned, "Spacious campsites with a decent amount of privacy."
  • Friendly Hosts: Campground hosts can make a big difference. A camper at Kanaskat-Palmer State Park shared, "The camp hosts were nice."

What you should know:

  • Noise Levels: Some campgrounds can be noisy due to nearby roads or airports. A visitor at Lake Easton State Park noted, "It’s pretty close to the freeway (there was a lot of car noise)."
  • Limited Amenities: Not all campgrounds have full amenities. For example, Tolt MacDonald Park has vault toilets and no showers, which some campers found inconvenient.
  • Reservations Recommended: Popular spots can fill up quickly, especially on weekends. A camper at Fay Bainbridge Park advised, "If you’re trying to arrive in less than 10 days, they don’t allow you to book online."

Tips for camping with families:

  • Kid-Friendly Activities: Look for campgrounds with nearby playgrounds or water access. One family enjoyed their stay at Lake Easton State Park, mentioning, "Activities for children such as the Jr. Ranger program."
  • Space for Tents: Choose sites that allow for larger tents. A reviewer at Kachess Campground noted, "Clean raised tent bed with pea-gravel raked evenly good for 6-7 person tent."
  • Plan for Meals: Bring easy-to-cook meals and snacks. One camper at Kanaskat-Palmer State Park appreciated the proximity to a grocery store, saying, "It’s also about 8 miles from a Safeway."

Tips from RVers:

  • Check Hookups: Make sure to verify if your chosen campground has the necessary hookups. A visitor at Dash Point State Park Campground mentioned, "I appreciate there is electric, sewer and water."
  • Space for Big Rigs: Look for campgrounds that are big rig friendly. A reviewer at Tinkham Campground noted, "The road was my only issue. It’s full of deep dips and bumps throughout."
  • Quiet Spots: Seek out quieter areas within campgrounds. One RVer at Middle Fork Campground said, "The campground was quiet, not too crowded."

Camping near Snoqualmie, Washington, has something for everyone, from families to RV enthusiasts. Just remember to plan ahead and enjoy the great outdoors!

Frequently Asked Questions

What camping options are available in Snoqualmie, WA?

Snoqualmie offers diverse camping experiences within the Mount Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest. Middle Fork Campground provides stunning riverside sites among towering Douglas fir, cedar and Western hemlock trees, with easy access to nearby hiking trails. For RV campers, Tall Chief Campground offers spacious sites with 50-amp service, though site privacy varies by section. The area also features dispersed camping options along the South Fork Snoqualmie River for those seeking a more primitive experience. Most developed campgrounds in the region provide basic amenities like picnic tables, fire rings, and vault toilets, with fees typically ranging from $15-32 per night depending on the facility. Many sites are seasonal, operating primarily from late spring through early fall.

Where are the best campgrounds near Snoqualmie Falls?

For camping near the spectacular Snoqualmie Falls, Tolt MacDonald Park offers a peaceful setting with the soothing sounds of river rapids. This 500+ acre park features drive-through RV sites with water and electrical hookups (20, 30, and 50-Amp service), away from traffic noise. Another excellent option is Silver Springs Campground, praised for its well-spaced sites and beautiful riverside location. The campground staff are known for being helpful and friendly. For the best experience at Silver Springs, try to secure sites numbered 2-10, as these are closest to the river. Both locations provide convenient access to Snoqualmie Falls while offering natural settings to enhance your camping experience.

Are there any large group campsites available near Snoqualmie?

Denny Creek Campground in Snoqualmie National Forest offers dedicated group sites for $84, making it an excellent option for larger gatherings. Located just off Highway 90 at Snoqualmie Pass, it's easily accessible while still providing a forest retreat atmosphere. Another option for groups is Tinkham Campground, which features spacious facilities and access to mountain roads for off-road adventures. For those needing even more space, Kanaskat-Palmer State Park provides reservable group camping areas that can accommodate larger parties with amenities like water and toilets. Most group sites in the region require reservations well in advance, especially during peak summer months. Group sites typically include multiple picnic tables, larger parking areas, and expanded fire rings to accommodate more campers.

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