Best Tent Camping near Toutle, WA

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Best Tent Sites Near Toutle, Washington (33)

    Danielle S.'s photo of tent camping at Cougar Park & Campground - Tent Only near Cougar, WA
    Camper-submitted photo at Cougar Park & Campground - Tent Only near Cougar, WA
    Camper-submitted photo at Cougar Park & Campground - Tent Only near Cougar, WA
    Camper-submitted photo at Cougar Park & Campground - Tent Only near Cougar, WA
    Camper-submitted photo at Cougar Park & Campground - Tent Only near Cougar, WA
    Camper-submitted photo at Cougar Park & Campground - Tent Only near Cougar, WA

    1. Cougar Park & Campground - Tent Only

    9 Reviews
    26 Photos
    25 Saves
    Cougar, Washington

    45 tent camping sites NOTICE: Ground tents only (no tent trailers) Group camping facility with 15 tent camping sites and a covered picnic shelter with fireplace and sink NOTICE: Ground tents only (no tent trailers) Day use picnic area (see fees) Swimming beach Beaver Bay hiking trail accessed from this park. Water and restrooms provided Boat ramp Entrance gate closes at 9 p.m.

    • Reservable
    • Tents
    • Group
    • Picnic Table
    • Drinking Water
    • Toilets
    Brooke S.'s photo of tent camping at Merrill Lake Campground near Cougar, WA
    Camper-submitted photo at Merrill Lake Campground near Cougar, WA
    Camper-submitted photo at Merrill Lake Campground near Cougar, WA
    Camper-submitted photo at Merrill Lake Campground near Cougar, WA
    Camper-submitted photo at Merrill Lake Campground near Cougar, WA
    Camper-submitted photo at Merrill Lake Campground near Cougar, WA

    2. Merrill Lake Campground

    6 Reviews
    20 Photos
    121 Saves
    Cougar, Washington
    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
    • Tents
    • Equestrian
    Danielle S.'s photo of tent camping at Mount St. Helens Dispersed Camping near Cougar, WA
    Camper-submitted photo at Mount St. Helens Dispersed Camping near Cougar, WA
    Camper-submitted photo at Mount St. Helens Dispersed Camping near Cougar, WA
    Camper-submitted photo at Mount St. Helens Dispersed Camping near Cougar, WA
    Camper-submitted photo at Mount St. Helens Dispersed Camping near Cougar, WA
    Camper-submitted photo at Mount St. Helens Dispersed Camping near Cougar, WA

    3. Mount St. Helens Dispersed Camping

    10 Reviews
    42 Photos
    659 Saves
    Cougar, Washington

    Forest Road 83 provides access to Mt St Helens campgrounds. There are dispersed sites along this road for camping, and the area provides access to Climber's Bivouac, Ape Cave, and Lava Canyon. Camping near Mt St Helens is open from Memorial Day until snow blocks the roads. Food, lodging, gas, and other services are available in nearby communities.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Tents
    • Dispersed
    • Alcohol
    Camper-submitted photo at Four Directions Retreat near Rainier, OR
    Camper-submitted photo at Four Directions Retreat near Rainier, OR
    Camper-submitted photo at Four Directions Retreat near Rainier, OR
    Camper-submitted photo at Four Directions Retreat near Rainier, OR
    Camper-submitted photo at Four Directions Retreat near Rainier, OR
    Camper-submitted photo at Four Directions Retreat near Rainier, OR

    4. Four Directions Retreat

    2 Reviews
    13 Photos
    33 Saves
    Rainier, Oregon

    Our beautiful property features, forest and meadow settings. We have a beautiful new stage we built in 2019. We also have a tiny cabin available.(Tiny cabin per night-$85, plus a Tipi at $65 a night.) We offer much more! Lovable goats!!! We will provide WIFI. Make sure you read about our amenities. We are located close by a lot of cool activities. Columbia River 10 minutes away. Trojan Park 8 minutes away. Scappoose Bay 20 minutes away. Beaver Falls 20 minutes away!

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
    • Tents

    $30 - $300 / night

    Camper-submitted photo at Base Camp Mt St Helen’s near Glenoma, WA
    Camper-submitted photo at Base Camp Mt St Helen’s near Glenoma, WA
    Camper-submitted photo at Base Camp Mt St Helen’s near Glenoma, WA
    Camper-submitted photo at Base Camp Mt St Helen’s near Glenoma, WA
    Camper-submitted photo at Base Camp Mt St Helen’s near Glenoma, WA

    5. Base Camp Mt St Helen’s

    1 Review
    6 Photos
    2 Saves
    Glenoma, Washington
    • Pets
    • Tents
    • Group

    $270 / night

    Camper-submitted photo at Sand Island Marine Park Campground near St. Helens, OR
    Camper-submitted photo at Sand Island Marine Park Campground near St. Helens, OR
    Camper-submitted photo at Sand Island Marine Park Campground near St. Helens, OR
    Camper-submitted photo at Sand Island Marine Park Campground near St. Helens, OR
    Camper-submitted photo at Sand Island Marine Park Campground near St. Helens, OR
    Camper-submitted photo at Sand Island Marine Park Campground near St. Helens, OR

    6. Sand Island Marine Park Campground

    5 Reviews
    5 Photos
    113 Saves
    St. Helens, Oregon

    Sand Island St. Helens Campground is located just 25 minutes from Portland, Oregon and Longview, Washington. This 31.7 acre offshore overnight camping experience offers docks, nature trails, beaches, picnic tables, campsites, restrooms, kayak connections, water adventure rides and more. This brand new camping facility is fun for the entire family and sure to become a frequent camping destination. Upon arrival for overnight stays first check in at the St. Helens Marina. Our courtesy shuttle will unload your gear and take you to the parking lot for your vehicle and bring you back to the marina. Once you arrive on the island via our boat shuttle our staff on the island will take you to your campsite and even take your gear to your campsite with our speedy people mover. Each overnight camping group is offered this free shuttle to and from the St. Helens, Marina daily. Overnight guests can receive a phone number for late night check in if you plan to arrive after 5 p.m. Please ask for this in your booking description area online. Bathrooms are on the island, showers are a 3 minute shuttle ride to the main land. The island offers spectacular views of Mt. St. Helens in Washington State and Mt. Hood in Oregon State plus stunning river views. Huge commercial ships will take your breath away as they grace the river on the east side of the island. The sandy beach point is a wonderful place to take it all in. Horseshoes, corn hole, and other games are available to check out and enjoy. Pets in your control are welcome as long as you clean up after them and do not disrupt other guests. A dog that barks at strangers or just because…will be politely asked to go home. A peaceful experience is our goal for all guests. Additionally, the island is just a shuttle ride away to the City of St. Helens river front district complete with lovely dining experiences, fun shopping, buying souvenirs at local gift shops or at the famous 2 C’s Vendor Mall. You can even take in a movie at the historic Columbia Theater or savor a wonderful cocktail or craft beer if the mood hits you.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Reservable
    • Tents
    • Group
    • Trash

    $30 / night

    Morgan T.'s photo of tent camping at Clatsop State Forest Gnat Creek Campground near Cathlamet, OR
    Camper-submitted photo at Clatsop State Forest Gnat Creek Campground near Cathlamet, OR
    Camper-submitted photo at Clatsop State Forest Gnat Creek Campground near Cathlamet, OR
    Camper-submitted photo at Clatsop State Forest Gnat Creek Campground near Cathlamet, OR
    Camper-submitted photo at Clatsop State Forest Gnat Creek Campground near Cathlamet, OR
    Camper-submitted photo at Clatsop State Forest Gnat Creek Campground near Cathlamet, OR

    7. Clatsop State Forest Gnat Creek Campground

    7 Reviews
    22 Photos
    73 Saves
    Cathlamet, Washington
    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Phone Service
    • Tents
    • Standard (Tent/RV)
    • Picnic Table

    $10 - $15 / night

    Camper-submitted photo at Lake Merrill- State Forest near Cougar, WA
    Camper-submitted photo at Lake Merrill- State Forest near Cougar, WA
    Camper-submitted photo at Lake Merrill- State Forest near Cougar, WA

    8. Lake Merrill- State Forest

    1 Review
    2 Photos
    89 Saves
    Cougar, Washington
    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
    • Tents
    Mokey S.'s photo of tent camping at Coffee Creek Community & Gardens near Centralia, WA
    Camper-submitted photo at Coffee Creek Community & Gardens near Centralia, WA
    Camper-submitted photo at Coffee Creek Community & Gardens near Centralia, WA
    Camper-submitted photo at Coffee Creek Community & Gardens near Centralia, WA
    Camper-submitted photo at Coffee Creek Community & Gardens near Centralia, WA
    Camper-submitted photo at Coffee Creek Community & Gardens near Centralia, WA

    9. Coffee Creek Community & Gardens

    1 Review
    5 Photos
    53 Saves
    Centralia, Washington

    Coffee Creek is an intentional community & working farm on the north side of Centralia, Washington. While our 11 acres feels very secluded, we are just 3 miles from historic downtown and 10 minutes from the freeway & shopping. An accessible oasis!

    There is a park with swimming, fishing and hiking along the Skookumchuck river within a mile of the farm, in addition to the natural beauty found right here at home. We enjoy bird watching and exploring our forest when we aren't working on the farm.

    Seasonal Strawberries & Fresh Produce are our specialties, and farm fresh eggs are almost always available during your stay! We also have pastured meats to purchase & grill.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • Tents

    $50 - $115 / night

    Camper-submitted photo at Green River Horse Camp near Glenoma, WA

    10. Green River Horse Camp

    2 Reviews
    13 Saves
    Glenoma, Washington

    Each campsite is limited to two trailer rigs or three vehicles. There is no potable water here; the closest drinking water is located 5 miles south on Road 26 at the Norway Pass Trailhead. Nearby Trails include Green River Trail #213, Goat Mountain Trail #217, Vanson Ridge Trail #213A, and Tumwater Trail #218.

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Recent Tent Reviews near Toutle, Washington

883 Reviews of 33 Toutle Campgrounds


  • Jeff K.
    Camper-submitted photo from Silver Lake Resort
    Jul. 20, 2020

    Silver Lake Resort

    Not for Tent Camping

    This is a cute little resort that is great for RV's and Fishing.  I would not recommend this campground for tent camping.  The Tent sites are open, sloped grass with no seperation between sights and no privacy(think grass parking lot).  They are also located RIGHT next to the highway.  The lake is beautiful and the staff are very friendly so I'm sure with the proper site and inside and RV to shield you from the road noise you could have a pleasant stay here.

  • Evan F.
    Camper-submitted photo from Battle Ground Lake State Park Campground
    Mar. 4, 2021

    Battle Ground Lake State Park Campground

    Quiet and Beautiful

    We tent camped at a drive-in site (8) in October 2020 and loved our experience. The whole campground felt small and peaceful, the tent sites were well spaced and surrounded by trees. It seemed to be popular with families and there were quite a few kids riding their bikes around the loop. The walk around the lake was beautiful and quiet - we did not pass many people at all.

    I think next time we’ll try the walk-in sites for the privacy and the above view of the lake.

    Would recommend, absolutely.

  • Deanna M.
    Camper-submitted photo from Millersylvania State Park Campground
    Aug. 10, 2018

    Millersylvania State Park Campground

    Large, close and clean

    Went in the middle of the week and wasn't busy at all. Can tell this place is packed on weekends, being so close to Olympia. Nice swimming area with snack bar. Many of the tent camp sites are not private and right next to their neighbor. Overall a nice place to go during the week.

  • Stephanie Z.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Dairy Creek East - L L Stub Stewart State Park — L.L. Stub Stewart State Park
    Jun. 21, 2019

    Dairy Creek East - L L Stub Stewart State Park — L.L. Stub Stewart State Park

    A Pretty Boring Campsite at a Great Park

    The Dairy Creek Campground at Stub Stewart is a two loop campground. The sites are spacious, but there isn't much character.  The East loop is pretty much an open field. The west loop has a few more trees but still not much privacy or space between sites. 

    Dairy Creek is clean and well maintained, and has great access to the trails and disc golf around the park. If you're in an RV this is a good set up. If you're camping with kids, there's a play area here.

    There are a few "walk in" sites where you don't park your car next to your tent, but rather in the parking lot next to the grassy area where the open tent sites are. If you're looking for a better tent camping experience that actually feels like it's in the woods, you're better off going to the hike in campground in the park.

    The loops are big and there is parking near the bathroom. This is great if you don't want to walk a long way, but it's bad if you've got the campsite near the bathroom with all the cars coming and going.

  • Devon P.
    Camper-submitted photo from Rainbow RV Resort
    Jun. 22, 2022

    Rainbow RV Resort

    This place is a steal! (From the customer)

    Wanted to make some headway leaving Mount Rainier towards Seattle and stay somewhere in the middle. Should have camped at Cougar Rock and driven further today. Expensive (30 plus tax) tent camping prices afford you an unlevel pad of weedy haphazardly maintained grass that's actually just the back yard of a house converted into way too many tent sites and two cabins. No fire pit, no picnic bench for my site, not raked after cutting the weeds so grass in EVERYTHING. The best part? The advertised wifi which would add some redeeming quality to the price tag doesn't reach the camping area (even though I could throw a rock to the reception desk from there) AND in the morning you have the blessing of COIN OPERATED showers after already paying for your stay. One single toilet and one single shower at the camp store for all campers.

    AVOID THIS PLACE AT ALL COSTS. Not worth your money when there are plenty of decently maintained forest service sites around with flat camping pads. I only give it 1 of 5 stars because I found something worth about 30 dollars in the parking lot. Otherwise it's 0/5.

  • April C.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Millersylvania State Park Campground
    Oct. 13, 2022

    Millersylvania State Park Campground

    Choose your Adventure

    This place had it all; open RV camping, secluded van camping, tree canopy car/tent camping, walk-in camping, and themed safari tent camping, and one cute mini airstream. 

    Lake down the road. Water and electrical hookups, dump station with dump water and fresh water. 

    Restrooms and showers are scattered around. Showers are coin based and there is a machine to turn your dollars into coins.

  • Ashley Y.
    Camper-submitted photo from Camp Wilkerson
    Aug. 20, 2017

    Camp Wilkerson

    Stayed with the Scouts

    We stayed here as part of a camping trip for my son's cubscout troop. It seemed like a moderately used small campground at the time. My visit was a year ago. They have a large shelter used for weddings. Adirondacks that didn't seem used much, a tent camping area and cabins. We tent camped. They also have restrooms that have since been updated since my initial visit. It's a decent basic campground with a small stream running through it.

  • N
    Camper-submitted photo from Klaskanine River RV Park
    Aug. 4, 2021

    Klaskanine River RV Park

    Basic accommodations

    Friendly enough owner. Showers and bathroom needs updated. Have to pay for showers. Nice field for tent camping and creek in the back.

  • Mayna M.
    Camper-submitted photo from Fall Creek Campground
    Jul. 16, 2023

    Fall Creek Campground

    Clean, fun and free

    Kids really enjoyed the creek nearby and it was great for our tent camping. We were able to hike around and had water, and restrooms that were clean.

  • Cheryl W.
    Camper-submitted photo from Ike Kinswa State Park Campground
    Jul. 30, 2021

    Ike Kinswa State Park Campground

    Completely amazing site!!

    Let me start off by saying - if there are so many campsites in Washington, why would you want to stay at the same place multiple times???

    Ike Kinswa is the place I would stay at repeatedly. Between the incredibly helpful and friendly staff, to the private tent sites, to the water access, we’ve already stayed twice this summer!! So incredibly impressed with this gem!

  • L
    Camper-submitted photo from Skamokawa Vista Park
    Aug. 16, 2021

    Skamokawa Vista Park

    Beach Access

    Beautiful access to the beach. Large tent sites. Area is very clean. Reservations are easy and the host asks what form of payment we would prefer. Very professional.

  • Raskol B.
    Camper-submitted photo from Merrill Lake Campground
    Aug. 14, 2021

    Merrill Lake Campground

    Mountain top lake campground

    Incredible, free, private. Tent sites only, short hike in from parking lot, bring your own everything. Pit toilets, lake access, close to Mt. St. Helens activities. Four miles from Cougar.

  • A
    Camper-submitted photo from Silver Lake Resort
    Aug. 19, 2019

    Silver Lake Resort

    Ok camping

    Tent sites are on top of each other and no privacy my site did not have any shade. They are all right next to the road. The docks were nice to fish off of.

  • Nicole G.
    Camper-submitted photo from Taidnapam Park
    Jun. 18, 2018

    Taidnapam Park

    Decent state park

    Decent coin op showers. Nice walk in tent sites. Nice RV sites. Decent playground. Fishing bridge just a short walk. There's no store or anything. Can buy firewood nearby. Flush toilets. Cleaned regularly.

  • Erin P.
    Camper-submitted photo from L.L. Stub Stewart State Park Campground
    Jul. 6, 2017

    L.L. Stub Stewart State Park Campground

    Closest campsite to Portland

    Went tent camping. Was expecting a bit more of a campsite, but it was just a big field with everybody together. No privacy or trees even blocking other campsites. Not suitable for more than 1 tent or groups. Bathrooms okay, and water was close so thats a plus. Would only stay again if desperate.

  • Don H.
    Camper-submitted photo from Camp Wilkerson
    Aug. 12, 2020

    Camp Wilkerson

    Great group camping for multi-families

    Great camping if you go in groups. The tent camping area actually leaves a lot to be desired. The group camping areas have lean to that can accommodate many people in the bunks. We brought a pop up camper and was able to get it set up nicely. Water and toilets are available.

  • Janell
    Camper-submitted photo from Alder Lake Park
    Aug. 27, 2021

    Alder Lake Park

    Small, well cared for campground

    Only con is road noise from Hwy7. Main through fare to Mt Rainier south entrance and services. Sites may be too close together if park was full. We were one a few campers! We tent camped and had view of Lake Alder. Nice campground host. We'll cared for, clean, organized sites. No sewer or showers, pit toilets.

  • Rich M.
    Camper-submitted photo from Millersylvania State Park Campground
    Jul. 29, 2019

    Millersylvania State Park Campground

    Good campground new Olympia

    Millersylvania is located South of Olympia on Deep Lake. The campsites are nice, they have both RV, Yurts, and Tent sites. The RV loop does pack you in their like sardines. Deep Lake is a murky lake but is stocked with fish and has designated swim area.

  • Mary C.
    Camper-submitted photo from County Line Park
    Aug. 30, 2018

    County Line Park

    Good for fishing

    When I think of camping, I think of wilderness, semi-privacyand a campfire. 

    Pros:

    -Right on the Columbia River

    -Very small site and Inexpensive

    -you can fish from your campsite

    Cons:

    -Right on a busy Highway

    -Very crowded spaces and no privacy

    -No fires

    -No more tent camping

    This was a decent campground if you are interested in staying still and not bothered by a cramped no privacy site

  • R
    Camper-submitted photo from Taidnapam Park
    Aug. 22, 2018

    Taidnapam Park

    Gem for Tenters with kids!

    This campground is a strange hidden gem - stick with me through the downsides. Taidnapam is on Riffe Lake, which is created by a dam and as of about 2013 the water levels have been permanently lowered by 30-ish feet. This is bad news for people who only went there for boating and fishing and swimming in the swim area but for some of us it's actually good news.

    The campground is slower than it used to be during the summer months due to the lowered water levels - but that means you can often still get a reservation at the last minute, especially for the walk-in tent sites (which is what we use). We have camped for three years now at the walk-in tent sites and it's a bit tougher to access the water but you definitely can still find plenty of places to get in or take a kayak down to the water. There's also lots of fun areas around the edge of the lake to explore that used to be under water - making for interested hiking.

    We love this campground to go to with kids - the walk-in tent sites are great and the water is so shallow now for quite a ways out so the kids can play in the water and the sand/mud along the edge of the lake. There are so many nooks and crannies around the edge of the lake to explore with the kids - and we used an inflatable kayak while there to go across the lake. They also have a scavenger hunt of items hidden around the campground that you can do with your kids (or if they are a bit older they can do on their own) and a playground.

  • Abigayle W.
    Camper-submitted photo from Mossyrock Park
    Jul. 10, 2020

    Mossyrock Park

    Quaint with Many Facilities

    This camping is great if you do not mind having others near you or if you are fearful of venturing out alone. If you are looking for a secluded location, this is NOT the spot. This location had many amenities. My husband and I tent camped and it included ample space to pitch our tent, a small in-the-ground pit, and a table. We noticed many RVs and many sites had available hookups. There is a nice lake in walking distance for boating, swimming, and fishing.

  • Queen Katie S.
    Camper-submitted photo from Rainbow RV Resort
    Sep. 13, 2020

    Rainbow RV Resort

    Luxury RV Camping!

    We Can’t Thank The Rainbow RV Resort Enough For The Wonderful Stay We Had. They Are A Clean Reasonably Priced RV Camping Site With Tent Camping Available, A Boat Launch A Beautiful Dock And Swimming Area As Well. Thank You To All The Rainbow Resort Staff For Making Our Stay An Enjoyable And Memorable One! Beautiful Place With Amazing Views Of Tanwax Lake! We Look Forward To Staying Again Sooner Then Later! Take Care!

  • Alma C.
    Camper-submitted photo from Village Inn Motel and RV Park
    May. 3, 2024

    Village Inn Motel and RV Park

    Rude and Not Good Communicators

    The app says it is Tent camping friendly, but it is not. They were very rude and accused of us of being homeless. They said it the RV tenants were “particular” but when we asked to pay for a night at the inn they said we couldn’t stay with them. What’s worse is that they had an entire lot not being used, but told us we had to leave. It would have been perfect for people passing through camping.


Guide to Toutle

Tent camping near Toutle, Washington offers a blend of scenic beauty and outdoor adventure, perfect for nature enthusiasts looking to escape the hustle and bustle.

Tent campers should check out Four Directions Retreat

  • Enjoy a peaceful stay at Four Directions Retreat, where you can relax by the campfire and take in the serene forest and meadow setting.
  • This campground allows pets, making it a great choice for families who want to bring their furry friends along for the adventure.
  • With amenities like drinking water and picnic tables, it’s well-equipped for a comfortable camping experience.

Local attractions near Base Camp Mt St Helens

  • Located close to the science learning center, Base Camp Mt St Helens offers a unique opportunity to explore the volcanic landscape and learn about the area's geological history.
  • Hikers will appreciate the nearby trails that lead to stunning views of the mountain and surrounding wilderness.
  • The campground is free, making it an excellent option for budget-conscious campers looking to immerse themselves in nature.

Tips for tent camping near Toutle

  • For a more primitive experience, consider Merrill Lake Campground, where you can enjoy a remote setting with beautiful lake access for kayaking and paddleboarding.
  • Be prepared to pack out all your trash, as this campground emphasizes Leave No Trace principles to maintain its natural beauty.
  • Remember to bring your own toilet paper, as the facilities may not always be stocked, ensuring a more comfortable stay.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Which is the most popular tent campsite near Toutle, WA?

    According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular tent campground near Toutle, WA is Cougar Park & Campground - Tent Only with a 4.1-star rating from 9 reviews.

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