Best Tent Sites Near Vancouver, Washington (65)

    1. Sand Island Marine Park Campground

    6 Reviews
    St. Helens, OR
    18 miles
    Website
    +1 (503) 310-0235

    $30 / night

    "Sites are primitive, no tables. This is on the columbia river water kayak trail."

    "Island is lovely to walk around, our site had beach access. Site to reserve has pictures. Will definitely return!"

    2. JJ Collins Marine Park

    3 Reviews
    Scappoose, OR
    13 miles
    Website
    +1 (503) 397-2353

    3. Healing ponds farm retreat and healing center

    6 Reviews
    Buxton, OR
    27 miles
    +1 (503) 709-0706

    $45 / night

    "The RV toilet, hammock, fire pit, and picnic table were well maintained."

    "Our site was secluded and we had privacy. The pond area is beautiful with all the statues found around it. Highly recommend and we plan to visit again :)"

    4. Naked Falls

    2 Reviews
    North Bonneville, WA
    24 miles
    Website

    $50 / night

    "Naked Falls is a private campground with primitive sites. I’d recommend tent only, although sites 1 & 2 seemed to work ok for small trailers or pop up campers."

    "The falls are really close by for some great swiming."

    5. Dougan Falls- State Forest

    1 Review
    Bridal Veil, WA
    23 miles
    Website
    +1 (360) 577-2025

    "Explore along the creek by taking one of the trails along the north side of the campground. Toilets only; water and wood (no g'tee) at host site."

    6. Gifford Pinchot National Forest-Canyon Creek Dispersed Camping

    6 Reviews
    Cougar, WA
    28 miles
    Website
    +1 (360) 891-5000

    "Road got a little bumpy getting out here but once we found a spot right near the riverbank, you felt like you were deep in it. Saw a few people on the way out."

    7. Cougar Park & Campground - Tent Only

    9 Reviews
    Cougar, WA
    33 miles
    Website
    +1 (503) 813-6666

    "I was on a 4 day backpacking trip and stayed at this campsite with a group of people. The weather does change very fast in the park so bring extra layers. There is fire rings tables and restrooms"

    "We got site #36 site with some trees, no real noise of the road, felt fairly private. The sites are somewhat far apart though I could see into my neighbor's campground."

    8. Evans Farm

    1 Review
    Hillsboro, OR
    21 miles

    9. Merrill Lake Campground

    6 Reviews
    Cougar, WA
    35 miles
    Website
    +1 (360) 577-2025

    "another site where you park and walk in! 8 sites, some are more private than others. 2 vault toilets, fire rings and picnic tables! great lake to kayak on."

    "There are 8 walk in sites and one drive up site, all first come first serve discovery pass required. Some sites are larger than others, but in ours we were able to fit two 6ptents and one 2p tent."

    10. Tillamook State Forest Dispersed Camping

    15 Reviews
    Tillamook State Forest, OR
    46 miles
    Website
    +1 (503) 357-2191

    "These sites are beautiful and really meant for tent camping—but you can park an rv in most of the spots.

    There is a vault toilet closer to site 14 but no hookups."

    "Gorgeous spots all over that are accessible in most 4WD/off-road capable vehicles."

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Tent Camping Reviews near Vancouver, WA

1279 Reviews of 65 Vancouver Campgrounds



Guide to Vancouver

Tent camping near Vancouver, Washington offers a variety of scenic spots perfect for outdoor enthusiasts looking to escape into nature. With options ranging from secluded islands to beautiful lakes, there's something for everyone.

Tent campers should check out Sand Island Marine Park Campground

  • Enjoy friendly staff and stunning views at Sand Island Marine Park Campground, which features easy water access from most campsites.
  • This campground allows pets and has a handful of secluded sites, making it a great choice for those seeking privacy.
  • Be prepared for a boat-in experience, as this unique location is accessible only by water.

Explore local attractions at Merrill Lake Campground

  • Located near Cougar, WA, Merrill Lake Campground offers a serene environment with opportunities for paddle boarding and kayaking.
  • The campground features walk-in sites that provide a semi-private experience, perfect for families or groups.
  • With no motorized boats allowed, the peaceful atmosphere is ideal for fishing and enjoying the natural beauty of the area.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is the most popular tent campsite near Vancouver, WA?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular tent campground near Vancouver, WA is Sand Island Marine Park Campground with a 3.2-star rating from 6 reviews.

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