RV campgrounds near Sumner, Washington provide access to mountain views with elevations ranging from 500 to 1,200 feet. The area experiences moderate rainfall averaging 39 inches annually, creating lush surroundings at many campsites. Most campgrounds remain open year-round with peak season extending from May through September when temperatures typically range from 65°F to 85°F.
What to do
Fishing opportunities: Cove RV Park & Country Store sits along Hood Canal, offering direct water access. "Nice location for hiking or boating in the Hood Canal area, a great store, and fantastic and friendly management made this a very pleasant stay," notes a reviewer about the waterfront location.
Explore nearby trails: Tall Chief Campground provides access to regional hiking paths. "We love Tall Chief because it is super close to a lot of great spots around the Seattle region. It's super close (like 7 min drive) from one of my favorite coffee shops, Aroma Coffee Co," shares one camper about the convenient location.
Visit Mount Rainier: Enumclaw Expo Center RV Park serves as a starting point for mountain exploration. According to a visitor, "Nice older park at the base of Mt. Rainier. Water and Electric (50 amp) only. There are several dump stations nearby. Very quiet and low key."
What campers like
Clean facilities: Sun Outdoors Gig Harbor maintains high standards throughout the property. "Lovely RV park in Gig Harbor. Very clean. Friendly and helpful staff. I've stayed here numerous times over the past few years and this place is consistently amazing," reports one regular visitor.
Space between sites: Blue Sky RV Park offers more separation than typical RV parks. "This is a great RV resort. The picture on the app is not at all what this place looks like. A Quiet oasis tucked into the forest. The new and clean bathrooms and showers were a real treat," writes a camper about their experience.
Family amenities: Some parks provide recreational options for children. At Tall Chief Campground, "Super close to a lot of great spots around the Seattle region...Most sites are pretty big too. We can easily fit our trailer, tow vehicle, and extra vehicle and still have space," reports one visitor.
What you should know
Reservation requirements: Many parks fill quickly during peak season. At Angle Lake RV Park, "Staff were friendly and welcoming to book guests from out of town for a short stay. Great option for family in town and wanting to be close by. Close to the airport if you need to leave your RV for a bit and fly out."
Sewer connections: Not all parks offer full hookups at every site. At Enumclaw Expo Center RV Park, "Water and Electric (50 amp) only. There are several dump stations nearby," notes a camper about the hookup limitations.
Noise considerations: Some parks experience noise from nearby roads or facilities. "It is situated next to a H.S. stadium so the game nights get a little bit loud but really not that bad," mentions a visitor about Enumclaw Expo Center RV Park.
Vehicle restrictions: Certain parks limit RV age or type. One camper notes about Enumclaw Expo Center RV Park, "It looks really nice but they don't allow drop-ins or vehicles older than 20 yrs."
Tips for camping with families
Playground access: When traveling with children, check for recreational amenities. "This is a very clean campground that is a mix of short term campers and traveling nurses. Indoor pool, small playground, dog run and well marked facility," notes a visitor about Trailer Inns RV Park in Bellevue.
Site selection for privacy: Request specific areas when making reservations. At Sun Outdoors Gig Harbor, "The staff are super friendly and accommodating. I didn't use the bathroom/shower rooms. But the laundry facilities are clean and reasonably priced. I would recommend."
Budget considerations: Costs vary significantly between parks. "Very nice small park with basic amenities and large private or cramped sites based on what you choose and pay for. Some have fire rings. All with picnic tables," reports a visitor about Enumclaw Expo Center RV Park.
Tips from RVers
Parking logistics: Level sites matter for comfortable setup. At Blue Sky RV Park, "Pad was paved, level and long enough for Super C and toad. Will definitely come back to stay at Blue Sky! Thanks Brett!!"
Extended stay options: Several parks accommodate longer visits. "We stayed 3 months for work, perfect beautiful, CHEEP CHEEP, not too good to be true, just right. All hook ups included. (Bring your dump tote!) easy easy easy dump station," shares a long-term visitor at Tall Chief Campground.
Laundry facilities: On-site laundry access varies between rv campgrounds in Sumner, Washington area. "Bathrooms are usually found to be immaculate. The main bathrooms have a great 'spa' feeling to their design and make you feel like you are glamping," notes a visitor about Tall Chief Campground.
Power considerations: Electrical service differs between parks. "We ended up here during a heat wave and an entire section of the park blew after having several days of power issues. The staff were very accommodating as they were just as upset about the outage and caught off guard as we were," reports a visitor about their experience at Tall Chief Campground.
