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Sumas RV Park and Campground accommodates pets in all camping styles including tent sites, RV spots, and cabins. Pets can join campers at several locations near Sumas, with Oostema Farmstead, EverGrin Shire, and Hidden Meadow Retreat all welcoming four-legged companions. Most properties maintain standard leash requirements and request that owners clean up after their pets. Lynden-Bellingham KOA provides additional family amenities alongside pet-friendly policies with a swimming pool, mini golf, and paddle boats that create a camping oasis in town while still accommodating dogs. The sites are primarily level with grassy areas suitable for pets, though tent sites at some locations may be dusty during summer months. Campers consistently note the cleanliness of facilities and quietness of locations, creating comfortable environments for both humans and animals.
Silver Lake Park offers pet-friendly trails and water access within a 20-minute drive from Sumas. Many campgrounds feature fire rings and picnic tables where pets can relax with their owners during evening campfires. The farm setting at Oostema Farmstead provides unique experiences with animals on site, though pets should be kept away from livestock areas. Vedder Mountain trails, accessible from Hidden Meadow Retreat, offer hiking opportunities where leashed dogs can explore ridges overlooking both US and Canadian landscapes. Weather in the region can fluctuate dramatically, so campers should prepare appropriate shelter and cooling options for pets, especially during summer camping trips. The proximity to the Canadian border means international travelers should verify pet documentation requirements if planning cross-border excursions. Multiple campgrounds provide full hookup options for RVs, making extended stays with pets comfortable throughout the year.
"Lynden KOA was the perfect nearby campground. Tent sites in the back are rather dusty (no grass)… but then again we’re camping so who cares. Grassy sites are around the pond and book up quickly."
"Lots of places to walk my dogs."
from $60 - $120 / night
Check Availability"Lisa gave us a tour and let our children pet/feed the cows, goat, and pig. The kids loved it!!"
"It is located on a working farm. There were chickens, cows, calves, a heron (I think it was nesting near the driveway), a raspberry field, a garden and even a cat wandering around. "
from $35 - $65 / night
Check Availability"It's very well maintained--I noticed the maintenance crew and park staff were always cleaning, mowing, and doing whatever tasks around the campground on a daily basis."
"Its located right next to the lake, there are spots for tent camping as well as RV camping and for years we book an RV site but pitch our tents there because you can fit 3 tents on one site."
from $19 - $32 / night
Check Availability"This was our first trip in a new trailer, and the park is close to home for us, so perfect for our maiden voyage. Shaded sites, some hookup (water/electric), but most unserviced."
"Beautiful campground located right next to the bay awesome walking distance from our site to the bay and not too noisy either! Would definitely stay again perfect for small children as well!"
from $12 - $113 / night
Check Availability"Larrabee State Park is a publicly owned recreation area located on Samish Bay, six miles (10 km) south of the city of Bellingham, Washington."
"It's only a few miles from town, so you could head in there for a day away from the forest/beach, or you could hike one of the many trails leading to scenic views."
from $12 - $70 / night
Check Availability"We live in Sumas,so we are locals , we take our kids on spontaneous outings in the trailer randomly,just to get the kids out and enjoy our new 38 foot trave trailer!"
from $25 - $600 / night
Check Availability"Campground review: https://www.hipcamp.com/washington/hidden-meadow-retreat/hidden-meadow-retreat)
[Hidden Meadow Retreat](https://www.hipcamp.com/washington/hidden-meadow-retreat/hidden-meadow-retreat"
from $30 / night
Check Availabilityfrom $45 - $55 / night
from $419 - $879 / night
Check Availability"Nice really big lake with plenty of fish! Nice little park for the kiddos , trail's nice camp sites! I have tent camped and trailer camped"
Travelerit’s great access to the northern cascades. first time staying there and I have been camping in Washington since I was born
it has great access to some really good trails the scenery is beautiful.
ScoutGood little RV park, within walking distance of a dog park, children's park and public bathrooms which is nice. Only downside is that there is not septic at the spots which for $40 a night I would think that they would, but the water is clean and overall the whole lot is nicely kept up with and clean.
ScoutEveryone’s so nice, good dog park, pool, and friendly staff. Little mini mart on site.
TravelerThe campground itself is very clean, you can tell the owners take pride it in. The showers are warm, not as hot as I’d like but very very nice! The dog park is gravel, so that was a bummer. The hot tub, indoor pool, and and gym are closed for the season. Not sure how those are seasonal. Overall it’s clean and quiet.
ScoutWon't let me give zero stars. So I donated$200 plus, and stayed long enough to drive phase 1 and phase 2 loops, and then left and drove 1 hour and 1/2 home. RED FLAG: First, they take reservations but do not reserve a spot for you; rv spots are first come first serve. RED FLAG: No specific photos of RV SITES on website. All roads are gravel. Phase 1 are all straight back in and not angled. You literally butt against the rv directly behind with maybe 12 inches separating you. The slidouts were literally inches away from neighbors. The only thing green were the weeds around the power and water poles. Phase 1 was bascially a refugee camp. The rv pads were weeds, grass, and some gravel. This area is not maintained at all. Phase two was full, with no trees. Grass dead. Nothing green except weeds. Sites were big and wide. It's was dreary and sad. There were two other RV'S circling and appeared to as shocked as us. I've seen better dog parks. I called my friend who wanted a review after our stay as he had a reservation in September. Needless to say he cancelled his reservation. The beach is not walking distance I would never consider this park ever and plan on leaving this review anywhere I can. The photos in other reviews here look nothing like what I saw today.
RangerGreat spot for an Overnighter on the road through quaint Sedro-Woolley WA, this spot contains amenities for all, along with RV parking and a handful of tent lots. If you care to go swimming it has easy access directly to the lake with a primitive boat launch meant for smaller, canoe-like, vessels. Clean Restrooms, no showers, but they have a stage and performances during the summer months and two Parks, meant for all ages! Surrounding areas to explore include a Dog Park just across the way, and a spooky hike among abandoned buildings which were once part of Northern State Mental facility. Be sure to take in the Train display at the Town’s enterance and have a great trip!
RangerThe service… At first, over the phone, the worker here seemed very nice but upon arrival, this campground was very off-putting. I’m not a big fan of anyone walking into my campsite even if they think they are being helpful. But this worker followed us into the site and immediately told us our rig was too far forward… we hadn’t even cut the truck off yet. And proceeded to talk to us while we were just trying to get settled. Just really weird vibes.
About this site itself…. TIGHT. No room on either side. No privacy. No place for pets to go even though it advertises that there is a pet area. This morning, after walking to the back of the campground where the worker told us we could take our dog when we checked in, he told us that we couldn’t let our dog walk in that grassy area. We were like, there is literally nowhere else to take the dog. It’s entirely surrounded by business and the airport.
We kept to ourselves and got a refund for the final booked night so we could just leave. The worker was really not thrilled about that request and was pretty rude about it.
The only reason we give it two stars is for the location. You can’t get any closer to Bellingham which is absolutely awesome.
ScoutAffordable stay $25 @7/2020. Closing at end of month for renovations.
Well kept large quiet park. Great dg waking areas; including a dog park. Some sites with trees for shade. Hookups work. Free city dump station within a mile; easy to access. 2 clean bathrooms; no shower. Manager on site. Gate locked by 10pm. Access through older well kept neighborhoods. Grocery store on main road. Lorenzo-s was closed due to COVID; we ate their 10 years ago; mighty good rellanoes. Gave it 4 as one toilet with very slow flush! Perhaps renovations will solve that problem. Perhaps showers will be included; they could charge more.
TravelerStayed here for a long weekend. Great location. Nice walking trails and beach access. Staff was extremely friendly and helpful. Pet friendly cabins is an extra bonus!
Sumas camping areas sit at approximately 40-50 feet above sea level in the northern reaches of Whatcom County, with Mt. Baker visible on clear days to the east. The region experiences a moderate maritime climate with summer temperatures typically ranging 65-80°F and winter temperatures often between 30-45°F. Fall camping can bring unexpected temperature drops, especially at higher elevations in the surrounding foothills.
Lakefront activities: Silver Lake Park, located within a 20-minute drive from Sumas, offers fishing, kayaking, and boat rentals. The 180-acre lake provides year-round recreation opportunities. "Great fishing, boats you can rent, life jackets you can borrow... it's all great. My family goes every year," shares Alexander M. about Silver Lake Park.
Shellfish harvesting: The coastal areas west of Sumas provide excellent clamming and crabbing opportunities. "This has to be one of my all time favorite places for Shell Fishing and Crabbing! Peaceful and not too busy, access to the beach, and group camp sites, makes this a family destination for quiet fun," notes Dani H. about Birch Bay State Park Campground.
Farm experiences: Several campgrounds offer unique agricultural experiences where campers can observe working farms. "The farm setting provides unique experiences with animals on site. Lisa gave us a tour and let our children pet/feed the cows, goat, and pig. The kids loved it!!" writes Christina B. about Oostema Farmstead.
Clean facilities: Many campgrounds maintain exceptionally clean amenities. "The cleanest restrooms and showers that I have ever experienced camping. We have been here three times now. No sewer, but the dump area is quiet and efficient," reports Patrick J. about Silver Lake Park.
Farm-to-table options: Local farms connected to campgrounds offer fresh produce and meat. "They sell some great meat from their grass fed cattle. There are fantastic gardens where they let us pick some fresh veggies," says Mark about Oostema Farmstead.
Scenic beach walking: Coastal campgrounds provide expansive shoreline for exploration. "You can walk along the beach for what seems like forever, up and around Birch Bay, but some of it is probably private property so be careful where you collect clams and crabs," advises Harry H. about Birch Bay State Park.
Seasonal considerations: Weather can change dramatically between seasons. "Weather in the region fluctuates dramatically, so prepare appropriate shelter and cooling options, especially during summer camping trips," advises a camper.
Train noise: Some campgrounds experience significant train noise. "There is however, a train that runs right by the campground and it is loud! Trains hooting every 2 hours or so throughout the night as they chug through near the park. It was hard to get a good sleep," warns Michael L. about Larrabee State Park Campground.
Wildlife awareness: Local wildlife may visit campsites. "Nice campground with great views of the water. Just be aware that it has some nosy raccoon residents who feel very comfortable coming right up to camp to investigate your food situation," cautions a camper at Larrabee State Park.
Recreational amenities: Several dog friendly campgrounds near Sumas offer special activities for children. "Great Amenities... Swimming pool, mini golf, arcade games, paddle boats. Lots of trees and shade! I love how it's tucked away and you forget you're right in Lynden," explains Renee R. about Lynden-Bellingham KOA.
Space for play: Look for campgrounds with open areas for activities. "The lynden KOA is a small piece of camping paradise in the heart of lynden, kids can ride their bikes and fish and parents don't have to worry," says Jesse C.
Hiking with children: Nearby trails offer family-friendly exploration. "We went hiking twice, and loved every second of it. As you can see from my pictures, flowers were in full bloom and were absolutely gorgeous," shares Melani T. about trails accessible from Lynden-Bellingham KOA.
Site leveling: Some campgrounds require additional attention to leveling. "We had site T6 which is full hook up pull through. The site was extremely unlevel front to back so much so my rear stabilizers barely touched the ground," warns Jason W. about Larrabee State Park Campground.
Space between sites: RV sites vary significantly in privacy and spacing. "The sites are primarily level with grassy areas suitable for pets. Sites are nice, close to others but still good privacy," shares Arthur M. about Hidden Meadow Retreat.
Long-term options: Several pet-friendly campgrounds near Sumas accommodate extended stays. "I rented a long term space here for over 2 years while working in Washington. Price was by far the best around. It's a very good sized place with spaces to accommodate even the largest trailers," notes Lance C. about Hidden Village RV Park.
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