Best Tent Camping near Taholah, WA
Looking for the best tent campgrounds near Taholah? Finding a place to camp in Washington with your tent has never been easier. From remote to easy-to-reach, these Taholah campsites are perfect for tent campers.
Best Tent Sites Near Taholah, WA (63)
1. Willaby Campground
Quinault, Washington20 Reviews•72 Photos•480 SavesOverview
With all campsites located near the shoreline of glacially carved Lake Quinault, visitors are sure to enjoy the beautiful shoreline and interpretive opportunities in the area. From old-growth trees in the surrounding rain forest to excellent fishing, Willaby Campground's location is ideal for outdoor enthusiasts.
Recreation
The forest features 10 miles of hiking trails and many waterfalls within walking distance of the campground. Lake Quinault is part of the Quinault Indian Nation As such,You must have a fishing permit and or boat permit through the Quinault Indian Nation. Both may be purchased through local merchants. Lake Quinault Lodge offers boat and kayak rentals as well as a number of interpretive tours.
Natural Features
The forested slopes of Olympic National Park provide a scenic backdrop across Lake Quinault. Towering conifers including Sitka spruce, Douglas-fir, western hemlock and western red cedar provide dense shade for this beautiful setting. The forest floor is covered with lush rain forest plants including moss, ferns, false lily-of-the-valley and oxalis.
Nearby Attractions
Nearby, Lake Quinault Lodge offers a restaurant and gift shop. Short trails in the area include the Big Spruce Tree Trail, Forest Service Nature Trail, Kestner Homestead Trail and the Maple Glade Trail. Explore the ocean beaches close-by as well as the National Fish Hatchery. For a more adventuresome day, drive up the valley to hike along the rivers or climb the 4,200 ft. Colonel Bob Peak for expansive views of the mountains and valleys on a clear day.
Contact Info
For facility specific information, please call (360) 288-2525.
Charges & Cancellations
Reserved sites must be occupied within 24 hours or the site will be forfetied for remainder of reservation.
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$25 / night
2. Graves Creek Campground — Olympic National Park
Quinault, Washington13 Reviews•56 Photos•294 SavesLocated in the Quinault Rain Forest, relax near a serene stream at Graves Creek Campground.
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3. Gatton Creek Campground
Quinault, Washington4 Reviews•11 Photos•66 SavesGatton Creek Campground is located on the south shore of Lake Quinault next to Gatton Creek, a small rainforest stream. Campsites and the picnic units are located along the shore of the lake with views across the__water to the forested slopes of Olympic National Park.The area provides opportunities to swim and use non motorized boats nearby.__There are 5 walk-in campsites that accommodate tents. There are also 3 picnic units. Nearest boat ramps are located at Willaby and Falls Creek Campgrounds.Access__Gatton Creek Trail #888 from the trailhead across from the campground along South Shore Road.
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4. Upper Clearwater
Amanda Park, Washington5 Reviews•16 Photos•146 Saves- Pets
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5. Western Horizon Ocean Shores
Copalis Crossing, Washington1 Review•6 Photos•23 Saves- Fires
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6. Second Beach — Olympic National Park
La Push, Washington9 Reviews•35 Photos•177 SavesPermits/Reservations: Obtain permits in person at the Wilderness Information Center in Port Angeles or the South Shore Lake Quinault Ranger Station. No reservations for South Coast. However, Second Beach is very popular in summer and can fill up.
Group Size Restrictions: Groups are limited to no more than 12 people. Associated groups of more than 12 must camp and travel at least 1 mile apart and may not combine at any time in a group of more than 12.
Food Storage Method: As of May 2013, all food, garbage and scented items must be stored, overnight and when unattended, in park-approved Bear Canisters along the entire Olympic National Park Wilderness Coast. Buckets or other hard-sided containers are no longer permitted.
Campsites: A few forested sites are available but mostly beach camping. Camping space can be scarce in summer.
Toilet Facilities: A pit toilet is located where trail meets beach.
Water Source: Two streams - Most coastal water sources have a tea-stained appearance. The light tan color originates from tannin leached from leaves. Cryptosporidium and giardia exist in coastal streams and rivers; therefore, always filter or boil water. Iodine is ineffective against cryptosporidium.
Contact Forks Outside for campsite set-up service: https://forksoutside.com
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7. Dispersed South Shore Road
Quinault, Washington2 Reviews•7 Photos•439 SavesDispersed camping is the term used for camping outside of a developed campground. If you enjoy selecting your own campsite, providing your own amenities, creating your own experience, and camping for FREE, then dispersed camping is for you!
Campsite
Choose a campsite screened from roads and trails, and at least 200 feet from water Use a campsite that’s already been established, if possible. If you choose a new site, return the site to its natural condition when you leave Pets
Your animal friends are welcome to accompany you on your dispersed camping adventure! Fires
Only burn wood that is already dead and down Always make sure your fire is DEAD OUT and cold to the touch before you leave it Campfires are allowed below 3,500 feet when not otherwise prohibited by fire restrictions Trash
Store your food & trash properly to keep bears and other wildlife out of your camp Whatever you pack in, PACK IT OUT! Human Waste
Bury your poo & paper at least 6” deep and at least 200 feet away from any water source
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9. Chetwoot Campground
Quinault, Washington2 Reviews•11 Photos•61 SavesThe entrance to this campground is through Coho campground, which is closed during off-season. There is a gate that closes off the entrance.
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10. Yahoo Lake Campground
Olympic National Park, Washington1 Review•9 Photos•47 Saves- Pets
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Recent Tent Reviews in Taholah
864 Reviews of 63 Taholah Campgrounds
Nicholas G.
Guide
FS-2292 Dispersed
There was a ton of dispersed sites on this FR
The road was a little rough but my suv made it fine. No signal and got a little snow on the roof in the morning but it was a good spot with a great view.
- SSeth J.
Traveler
American Sunset RV & Tent Resort
Not busy during fall
Our friends have stayed here a few times for razor clam digging and seemed fine with it, so we tried it. We stayed 2 nights during a mid-November clam dig. There is a string of long-term campers and a string of short-term spots. It was really empty, so there were no close neighbors. I could see how it would be overly snug during a busy session with how close the sites are together. You literally have enough room for a slide out and 5 feet or so to the next site's picnic table. The covered fish cleaning station was very nice to clean clams. It's an older looking campground but we were happy with it.
- SSophia S.Traveler
Minnie Peterson Campground
Beautiful and easy!
Didn’t know what to expect. Needed a place to sleep on the way to the Hoh Rainforest. Site is free with a discover pass which is $30. The site was east to find off the road in the dark. There was only one other group of campers when we arrived, and they’d left by the time we got up. Lots of beautiful old trees draped in moss, nice fire pits, clean pit toilet. It drizzled almost the whole time which was what we were expecting mid October. 10/10 would come again!
I will say we were right off the road which could be more annoying in peak season.
- AAriel W.
Scout
Bruceport County Park
Nice Spot
Nice little spot. Free hot showers. $20 for a tent site. Some of the tent sites to choose from were really small or not level but we got lucky with what we thought was the best site (B-10)
- AAriel W.Scout
Hwy 101 - Near South Beach Campground
No campsites
Drove about 1 mile down the road and it was closed off. A couple of pull offs that were super muddy so didn’t bother. South Beach Campground just down the road is also closed.
Abrianna M.Traveler
South Beach Campground — Olympic National Park
Very enjoyable
Such a beautiful view, hard to beat! clean bathrooms and everyone was very friendly. Lots of little trails straight to the beach. Great place to watch the sunset and have a quiet campfire
Kiwi S.Scout
Quileute Oceanside Resort
Expensive
Sites are close to beach, beautiful. On the other hand are the sites spaced close together. The bathroom is not what you expected if you pay more than 75 dollar. You had even to pay for a shower.
Laura M.
LegendMinnie Peterson Campground
Free with Discover Pass
Sweet little campground, maybe 10 sites, plus a hiker/biker area, just outside the Hoh section of Olympic National Park. It’s free but you must have the Washington State Discover Pass ($30/year). You’re right in the rain forest and everything is so lush and green and peaceful.
Site #4 is for handicapped use only, until after 6pm when it’s open to all users. So maybe something to check out if you’re don't need a handicapped spot and are arriving late and aren’t sure if there will be any sites. We arrived early afternoon on a Tuesday in mid September and there were 3 or 4 other campers here.
There is no water and no trash service. There is a pit toilet that was so nasty inside- yech. People had also left their garbage bags in the bathroom instead of taking it with them, so disappointing how selfish people can be.
The Verizon phone had absolutely zero reception (most of the area driving in and all of the National Park as well). I didn’t try the cell booster but I suspect it wouldn’t have helped. The ATT phone had weak reception, ok for some slow motion browsing and texting but not enough to stream.
You’re on a moderately busy road that leads to the National Park so there’s some road noise. Very little sun or open sky for solar power or starlink (we don’t have starlink so I don’t know if it would work here).
- Laura M.Legend
South Beach Campground — Olympic National Park
Nice if you get a front row spot
This campground is part of the Olympic National Park, it’s FCFS only, and very bare bones. There are flush toilets, but no sinks or showers or water spigots- don’t forget to bring your own water!
It’s $20/night, and you pay when you arrive after you select a site. You pay either via a QR code with PayPal or a credit card(if you have cell reception), or fill out your credit card information on a slip that you drop in a deposit box. No cash and no checks accepted. No campfires allowed at this time. The ATT phone had decent reception, the Verizon phone was very weak and basically unusable.
There is a row of sites along the edge that are the primo sites- full ocean view. Everyone else can make do with the ocean views they get from in between all the other campers. The waves are calm and steady all night, very relaxing and nice for drowning out generator sounds. There are trash bins but no recycling bins. Each site is attached to a numbered picnic table. If there’s no free picnic table then it’s not a site (we were confused by this big open area that would have easily fit us, but it wasn’t actually a site. Look for the picnic table).
There is a host on site. There are trails down to the beach, after climbing over driftwood and rocks, but otherwise no trails or hiking or anything else to do directly from the campground. We stayed one night.
- TTitti R.Scout
Schafer State Park Campground
Great little place by the river
Just about 10 miles north of highway 12 near Elma. Got a great site right by the river. Nice toilets & showers (in old building so was pleasantly surprised!) wifi by information center, cell coverage limited (1 bar t-mobile with Weboost)
James B.
Ranger
Allens Bar Campground
Beautiful overnight on a river
Wife found this place on internet.
You pay a $5 “road use” fee to access the property. You drive down to a huge gravel bar solidly packed down. There are many sites right next to the Hoh river, and it’s beautiful.
We talked to some great other campers and had a peaceful stay.- James B.Ranger
Coho Campground
4 Day stay
Came to stay 4 nights and camp with family.
Sites are nicely sized but any rig over 25foot would have trouble getting into. Absolutely no cell service. In Site 25 we had enough of an opening to get Starlink to work ok. In the reserved loops bathrooms are flush toilets and kept clean. Forest is thick There is a dump site which says it costs $5. Potable water throughout. 
Juliana C.ScoutAllens Bar Campground
Solo Female Traveler
After someone stole my original site at a campground, I stumbled across Allen’s (sand)bar. I was hesitant at first because it’s far back on someone’s property but I took a chance and found paradise! The water, the sunset, and a bunch of people minding their own business. I’m keeping this spot a secret, but incase you’re a SFT, I gotchu.
Details: you must be self contained (no tent camping) and you have to use the woods.
Sue O.Traveler
Travel Inn RV Resort - KM Resorts
Guide
Travel Inn RV Resort offers a welcoming and convenient option for travelers seeking a comfortable stay. Located in a serene environment, this resort provides essential amenities such as full hookups, clean restrooms, and recreational facilities. Whether you're looking for a short getaway or an extended stay, Travel Inn RV Resort ensures a pleasant experience with its friendly staff and well-maintained grounds. For those planning a trip and needing to sort out documentation like an NBI clearance, it's essential to schedule an NBI online appointment for renewal for clearance in advance to avoid any last-minute hassles. By doing so, travelers can focus on enjoying their stay at the resort, knowing their paperwork is in order.
Zarek A.Guide
Queets Campground — Olympic National Park
Cute and fun
Wonderful spot to wake up next to a river. Need to be mindful of other campers in the area. Met a friendly dog. Looks like an ok place to float down the river 😉
Steve R.Traveler
Cycle Camp
There isn't a better place
If you're on two wheels powered by legs or motor you won't find a more welcoming and unique environment. I've been here 4 times and from the first visit I knew I'd be back again and again. It has everything a motorcycle or bicycle camper could want. Bob Wishon runs this and you could not meet a kinder human. Stays are by donation and those fund a gathering /party the third weekend of every August. If you're anywhere remotely close on a bike, this IS the place to go.
Dolan G.Scout
Twin Harbors State Park Campground
Meh
The layout of this campground packs sites too close together. It feels more like tailgating in a parking lot than camping. Other than that, this park is pretty great. It's a very short walk to the beach and a stone's throw from Westport. It's even got some decent trails for hiking around a bit. The bathrooms are pretty standard fare for state Park bathrooms, however, the free showers were a great plus.
- AAlex E.Scout
3 Rivers Resort
Great Place for twilight fans
Great camp ground, friendly and clean facilities. Showers are coin unfortunately. Bring a rain coat and boots because your camp will be wet constantly!
Joshua W.Scout
Elk Lake — Olympic National Park
Fine base camp spot, some site flooding
Camped here for the day hike up to Blue Glacier. The sites are small and somewhat close. Water access easy from streams before and after sites along the trail. Taking your camp gear up to the Glacier Meadows would be significantly more difficult, especially with the ladder.
After we returned from the glacier, we found that our site had mostly flooded from moderate rain. We looked at the few open spots left and found the same issue. Settled for a partially sloped spot just next to a site. Not a fun thing to do after dark after a long day.
- Jamie J.Traveler
JB's RV Park
Fabulous location!
Right up next to the shores! Nice little private tent spots. Free cold shower. Friendly camp hosts and staff.
Tyler C.GuideHwy 101 - Near South Beach Campground
Watch where you are.
The coordinates for this location takes you into a road that is within the National Park. There is “No free camping” in the national park. Across the road you’ll find the South Beach Camping. This is a FCFS open campground provided by NPS. It’s $20/night or $10/night if you have a reciprocal pass.
There’s toilets and a great ocean view and beach access. If you choose to park down the access road, you could potentially be ticketed. I did choose to stay 1 night at the campground. Pretty crowded by RV’s but was okay for a single night.
Becky H.Scout
Pacific Dunes Resort
Super great hosts and wonderful stay near the beach!
James and Jordyn were so helpful and accommodating to any need that arose. The nearness of the trail to the beautiful beach was a huge plus. Super relaxing ...hope to return soon!
- JJen M.Guide
Pacific Beach Resort and Conference Center (Military Camping Only)
Who doesn't love the ocean?
It's basically on the beach, the staff is great, and the price is fantastic!
- AAdrian H.Scout
Hard Rain Cafe & RV Park
Best place we have stayed for weeks on the road
Really thought this would just be a place to stop for an eww we rly start to the Hoh Rain Forest park. This is was a most peaceful stop, site 10, great staff (thank you)/
- DDuncanScout
Sol Duc Hot Springs Resort Campground — Olympic National Park
Traffic Jam
On the positive side, this gives you a place to stay. The negative is that it's so tight you you can share dinner dishes with your neighbors next door and likely won't be able to extend your awning all the way out. Depending on where your assigned spot is and what type of rig is parked next or near you, you will probably have to ask at least one person, probably two to move their vehicles so you have enough room to back into your spot. It is that tight. The spring itself it nice, so bring your swim suits, and the park itself is beautiful and well worth the hassle of staying there.
- Danielle S.Guide
FS-2292 Dispersed
Epic views
Very far off the beaten path, every time I camp here I don’t run into anyone. You’re camping on the Ridgeline so it can be a bit windy. East of the campsite there is a walking trail that takes you to an overlook, perfect for watching the sunrise.
Kim A.TravelerQuileute Oceanside Resort
Best campground on a tour of the PNW
Wow - a nicely sized site RIGHT on the beach! Couldn’t ask for more.
Guide to Taholah
Tent camping near Taholah, Washington, offers a unique opportunity to immerse yourself in the stunning natural beauty of the Pacific Northwest. With a variety of campgrounds featuring diverse amenities and activities, outdoor enthusiasts can find the perfect spot to set up camp.
Scenic Activities and Adventures
- Experience the breathtaking views and hiking opportunities at Willaby Campground, located right on Lake Quinault, where you can explore the temperate rainforest and enjoy the serene lake setting.
- For those seeking a more secluded experience, Gatton Creek Campground offers walk-in sites with direct access to the lake, perfect for swimming and kayaking.
- Enjoy the tranquility of Upper Clearwater, where you can hike along the river and take in the lush surroundings, making it an ideal spot for nature lovers.
Affordable Tent Camping Options
- Tent camping fees at Gatton Creek Campground are around $25 per night, providing a budget-friendly option for campers looking to enjoy the outdoors.
- At Willaby Campground, you can find well-maintained sites with basic amenities, making it a great choice for those who want a comfortable camping experience without breaking the bank.
- For a truly remote experience, consider Yahoo Lake Campground, which offers primitive sites at no cost, perfect for those looking to escape the crowds.
Tips for Tent Camping Near Taholah
- Arrive early at Gatton Creek Campground to secure a spot, as it fills up quickly due to its popularity and limited sites.
- Be prepared for varying conditions at Upper Clearwater, where the road can be narrow and challenging, especially for larger vehicles.
- Bring your own supplies, as amenities like showers and markets may be limited at campgrounds like Willoughby Creek, ensuring you have everything you need for a comfortable stay.
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