9 campgrounds with availability this weekend
Holiday Park Military - Lewis McChord Base and Lewis North Travel Camp offer cabin accommodations for military personnel near Spanaway. These cabins provide electric hookups, water access, and basic furnishings, with most including picnic tables and fire rings outside. Elkamp Eastcreek features private cabin rentals with full hookups including electric, water, and sewer connections. Millersylvania State Park Campground provides rustic cabin options with electric heating in a wooded setting. A visitor commented that "the cabins are great for families and have a bunk bed and futon set up with a table set and even heaters."
Rustic and deluxe cabins are both available, depending on the location. Camp Lakeview Resort and Camp Lakeview offer family-sized cabin layouts with varying amenities, from basic accommodations to more furnished options. Most cabins require reservations, especially during peak summer months when availability becomes limited. American Heritage Campground provides pet-friendly cabin options, though many locations limit pets to two per reservation. One camper shared that "super last minute trip and the host was amazing making an exception for us having 3 dogs (2 dog limit)."
Most cabins include beds but require visitors to bring their own linens, towels, and toiletries. Cooking facilities vary widely between locations - some cabins offer basic kitchen setups while others provide only outdoor fire rings or grills. Kanaskat-Palmer State Park cabins have electric hookups but no water connections at individual sites, so guests should plan to bring water supplies. On-site camp stores at several locations, including Camp Lakeview and American Heritage Campground, offer basic provisions and firewood. Proximity to Spanaway provides convenient access to additional supplies when needed.
"After flying into SeaTac late in the afternoon this campground was a great place to start our Washington trip and only about 30 minutes from the airport."
"I appreciate there is electric, sewer and water. I use this an overnight point to fill my RV before going off grid."
Available this weekend
from $23 - $74 / night
"Excellent location for those with military access to the base - active duty, retired or family. 30/50 amp hookups. Beautiful views of American Lake. Pet friendly."
"It is in the wilderness, on the lake, but it is also fairly close to stores and gas stations. Long term max is 28 days per spot."
"Unfortunately the restrooms right next to our site were closed so it was a slight walk to the nearest restroom. Restrooms were heated and well taken care of."
"Very friendly next to the lake plenty of things to do walking, biking, hiking, fishing, Military museums, not to far off of I-5. Full hookups laundry shower facilities. Cabins too."
from $12 - $35 / night
"This campground has super friendly staff, decent bathrooms and showers, laundry facility, access to a lake, fishing is welcome, swimming allowed, great playground for kids, allows pets, has a small store"
"It was a larger site that sits next to the small creek. It was very pleasant and quiet. The bath house isn’t too far and was usually well stocked and clean."
"Well maintained campground, full hookups and tent sites available. Sites fairly large & private with tons of old trees and right next to a creek. Bathrooms clean."
"Someone came around and made sure we had enough firewood often. My partner cut herself and the owner brought out her first aid kit and cleaned and bandaged her wound."
from $25 - $40 / night
"They have glamping! Or as the campground calls it: pampered camping. This is a beautiful park located on Deep Lake just outside of Olympia. "
"It was rainy and the fire pit area had plenty of puddles. Lots of folks came in later in the evening with multiple cars and sat out talking; plenty of them packed up and left before 8 am."
Available this weekend
from $12 - $137 / night
"We stayed 1 night here for the maiden voyage of our recently purchased travel trailer, which was nice since it's only about an hour away from our place near Seattle."
"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!"
Available this weekend
from $23 - $254 / night
"Spent most of the time on the lake fishing, so we didn't explore the resort much. Great people here, very helpful and friendly."
"Nice quiet campground with fire ring and picnic table. Host was amazing as always."
"Lovely and secluded sites 30 amp, dump station, playground, great well stocked store,laundry, and helpful staff. Trails in area."
from $40 - $60 / night
GuideNice campground, well maintained and rangers often patrol the campsite loops. Bathrooms are nice but dated, but quite expensive campground. Paying in-person was $49 for an RV spot with utilities, but booking online was $69 for the same site. Can be busy on the weekend.
TravelerSpacious spots by a scenic lake. Can accommodate just about any size rig, plenty of sites for both tents and rvs.
TravelerBeautiful spot, lots of great spots for tents, rvs and travel trailers. Loved that there was plenty of space between campsites. Would spend multiple nights here!
ScoutI wanted to like this campground, but I wouldn’t stay here again for more than maybe one night.
There are signs EVERYWHERE warning about theft, which immediately tells you something about the area. I didn’t have anything stolen, but I was extremely careful about what I left out.
The biggest problem is that you’re basically on your own after hours. There is no campground host, no posted after-hours ranger number, and no non-emergency number at the campground or through the park’s phone system. The staff hours also seem very limited and inconsistent. I arrived around 6:30 PM and nobody was there, and staff didn’t seem to return until around 9–10 AM.
The bathrooms were dirty, out of toilet paper, and the showers were cold. One morning there was a large unleashed dog in the women’s bathroom that growled at me while its owner was showering. I believe she may have been homeless and using the facilities. Again, there was nobody around to contact about it.
Another night, people were extremely loud until almost midnight. Same problem: no host, no ranger and no non-emergency number. Unless something is serious enough for 911, you’re left to deal with it yourself.
There are also a lot of homeless people and visible drug addicts/drug activity around Federal Way. I had been warned about the area before coming here, and I understand why.
The park itself is pretty and might be fine for a quick overnight stay, but for multiple nights, I wouldn’t recommend it. Between the theft warnings, lack of after-hours staff, weird staffing hours, and no way to report non-emergency problems, I never really felt comfortable settling into my campsite.
GuideWe had such a wonderful stay at American Heritage Campground! The campground has a peaceful, welcoming atmosphere, and you can really feel the history and care that has gone into the property over the years.
We stayed at site 6 which was right by the playground, laundry, pool (closed for the season), and 2 individual bathrooms. There’s more bathrooms in the main bath house with showers! Our site was also able to use the WiFi since it was close to the front of the campground
A huge part of what made our stay so special was our host, Rita. She was incredibly kind, welcoming, and made us feel right at home from the moment we arrived. Learning that the campground has been in her family for over 40 years makes the experience even more meaningful. You can tell how much pride and love she has for the campground and the people who visit.
If you’re looking for a beautiful, relaxing place to stay in Olympia with a personal touch that you just don’t get at the big commercial campgrounds, we highly recommend American Heritage Campground. We’re grateful we got to meet Rita and experience a little piece of her family’s history. We’ll definitely be back!
Edit: we walked around in the morning and found the farm (sheep and chickens), frisbee golf, horse shoes, volleyball and a pavilion. This would be such a fun spot in the summer!
TravelerThere is single camp-host here, the facility’s are in a deep state of disrepair, and the campground is overcrowded when full.
GuideWe spent one night here. Short walk to the riverside.
RangerOne of our favorite stays so far. Schafer State Park has everything you actually want in a campground: flush toilets, hot showers, potable water, and hookups if you need them. The hiking is excellent for how compact the park is—easy, mossy forest loops and river-edge paths that feel much bigger than two miles. The park is split into two worlds: the older West Campground and a newer East side (about three years old). We chose the “old” side for its first-come, first-served sites. They felt private and spacious, with the East Fork Satsop River running right behind us. Kids’ laughter and happy dogs mixed with the sound of the water—this place is very family- and dog-oriented in the best way. We loved it. We were honestly surprised sites were still available over Labor Day weekend. We’ll definitely be back
TravelerI stayed there for one night on my way back to Seattle, and it was perfect for what I needed. Very quiet back there. The people were all super nice and accommodating. They had a dump site, restrooms outside and heated restrooms attached to the office area. I really loved that two of the permanent residents would do security at night as well. Being a woman and traveling alone, that made me feel very safe. Highly recommend this place!
Cabins near Spanaway, Washington offer camping options for both military personnel and civilians. The area sits at approximately 540 feet elevation and experiences mild summers with temperatures averaging 75°F from June through September. Winter cabin rentals remain available at several locations with temperatures typically ranging from 35-45°F during December through February.
Water activities at Deep Lake: Millersylvania State Park Campground provides access to Deep Lake where visitors can swim, fish and paddle. One camper noted, "A quick walk around the grounds offered a nice hike and showed us some pretty awesome sites I'd like to stay at in the future."
Hiking trails: Kanaskat-Palmer State Park offers riverside trails within walking distance of cabin sites. "Each site seems to have a trail connecting to the outer trail that runs along the river. Big entertainment for three boys who explored the woods and played on the rocks and in the eddy pools at the public river take-out," a visitor reported.
Military recreation: Holiday Park Military - Lewis McChord Base provides recreational activities for military ID holders. A reviewer commented, "Good little camp ground on post with almost everything you need. It is in the wilderness, on the lake, but it is also fairly close to stores and gas stations."
Secluded woodland settings: Cabins surrounded by trees provide privacy between sites. A camper at Elkamp Eastcreek described it as "lovely, clean campground" where "the majority of the campsites were amid tall trees."
Clean facilities: Bathrooms and shower facilities receive regular maintenance at most cabin locations. One visitor at Kanaskat-Palmer reported, "Bathrooms in that loop were pretty nice... heated and very clean."
Lake access: Multiple cabin rentals provide direct access to lakes for summer recreation. A camper at Lewis North Travel Camp shared, "Great place! Very friendly next to the lake plenty of things to do walking, biking, hiking, fishing."
Reservation requirements: Most cabins require advance booking, especially during summer months. A Kanaskat-Palmer State Park visitor advised, "We got lucky and snagged the very last spot here on a Saturday in late September... Note that you can check availability online on the day of, but you cannot make same day reservations online."
Pet policies: Pet rules vary by location with specific limits on number and size. At Lewis North Travel Camp, "Only 2 dogs allowed per reservation."
Seasonal considerations: Winter cabin rentals may have limited amenities. Some parks close certain sections during off-season periods. A Millersylvania camper noted, "The park is on their winter schedule so only sites 1-7 and 226-248 were open."
Kid-friendly activities: American Heritage Campground provides facilities specifically for children. A visitor mentioned, "This year they are offering hayrides through the park."
Swimming options: Select cabin locations include dedicated swimming areas. At Camp Lakeview, a camper described "a small beach with a large dock was available for use during the day as well as a boat launch and fishing dock."
Playground access: Some campgrounds feature play equipment for children. American Heritage includes "playground, great well stocked store, laundry, and helpful staff."
Hookup variations: Electricity availability differs between cabin types and locations. A visitor to Camp Lakeview Resort mentioned, "RV Hookups At A Decent Price... Monthly, Weekly And Daily Rates."
Leveling challenges: Some cabin and RV sites require additional equipment for leveling. One camper at Kanaskat-Palmer reported, "The gravel pull through was so not level the jacks pushed the front tires 6 inches off the ground."
Water supply planning: Not all cabins include individual water connections. A Kanaskat-Palmer visitor noted, "Hook ups are electric only, bring your water. The first time we went we did not know and our Basecamp's heat runs via the hot water heater."
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